If you’re searching for a quick amigurumi project that works up fast and uses only a small amount of yarn, this crochet gummy bear is a fun choice. The design is made as one continuous piece and uses strategically placed bobble stitches to create the ears, nose, arms, and legs. The finished bear is small enough for keychains, backpack charms, gift toppers, or cute desk decorations.
One of the things that makes this project so enjoyable is that there are very few parts to manage. Instead of crocheting separate limbs and sewing them on later, the bear’s features are formed directly into the body as you work.
Skill Level
Beginner-Friendly to Advanced Beginner
Crocheters should be comfortable with:
- Magic rings
- Single crochet
- Increases
- Decreases
- Basic bobble stitches
Supplies
Before getting started, gather the following materials:
- 5.5 mm crochet hook
- Super bulky yarn in your favorite gummy bear color
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
Helpful Tips Before You Start
- Mark the first stitch of every round to avoid losing your place.
- Check the placement of each bobble stitch carefully since these create the bear’s features.
- Try to maintain even tension throughout the project for a smooth, symmetrical finish.
- Pull your magic ring closed firmly so no gap remains in the center.
Crochet Abbreviations
- MR = Magic Ring
- sc = Single Crochet
- inc = Increase
- dec = Decrease
- bo = Bobble Stitch
How the Bear Is Constructed
This gummy bear is worked from the top down. You’ll begin with the head, add the ears and nose using bobble stitches, shape the neck, expand into the body, and then create the arms and legs before closing the project with stuffing inside.
Crochet Gummy Bear Pattern
Round 1
Create a magic ring and work 8 single crochet stitches into the center.
Total: 8 stitches
Round 2
Place 2 single crochets into every stitch around the round.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 3 – Ears
Work:
- 5 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 5 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 4 sc
The two bobbles will become the ears.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 4
Crochet one single crochet into each stitch around.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 5 – Nose
Work:
- 8 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 7 sc
Position the bobble between the ears to create the nose.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 6
Single crochet evenly around the entire round.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 7 – Neck
Decrease around the piece until the stitch count is reduced by half.
Total: 8 stitches
This creates the narrow neck section beneath the head.
Round 8 – Beginning the Body
Increase evenly around the round.
Total: 16 stitches
The body should now begin widening beneath the neck.
Round 9 – Arms
Work:
- 7 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 5 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 2 sc
These bobbles create the bear’s arms.
Total: 16 stitches
Rounds 10-11
Work one single crochet into each stitch around.
Total: 16 stitches per round
These rounds add height to the body.
Round 12 – Legs
Work:
- 8 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 5 sc
- 1 bobble stitch
- 1 sc
The bobbles in this round form the legs.
Total: 16 stitches
Round 13
Decrease evenly around the round.
Total: 8 stitches
Finishing the Bear
Before closing the opening, add fiberfill stuffing until the bear feels firm but not overstuffed.
Thread the yarn tail onto a yarn needle and pass it through the front loops of the remaining stitches. Pull gently to gather the opening closed, secure with a knot, and weave in the remaining yarn end.
Fun Color Ideas
The pattern can easily be customized with different yarn colors:
- Red gummy bear
- Orange gummy bear
- Lemon yellow gummy bear
- Green gummy bear
- Blue gummy bear
- Pink gummy bear
- Purple gummy bear
Crocheting several bears in different colors creates a playful candy-inspired collection.
Final Thoughts
This gummy bear is a fantastic project for practicing shaping techniques without dealing with complicated assembly. The use of bobble stitches gives the finished bear its recognizable gummy bear appearance while keeping the construction simple. Whether you turn it into a keychain, a small gift, or part of an amigurumi collection, it’s a quick and satisfying crochet project that can be completed in a single sitting.