Get set for a burst of fun and color with the Crochet Gummy Bear Square! This cute and whimsical project combines the cozy familiarity of a granny square with the playful twist of a gummy bear design plunked right in the middle. The pattern is a little pocket of joy that brings a touch of sweetness to blankets, bags, or any project you choose.
Crochet Gummy Bear Square
Materials Needed:
- Background yarn (tan suggested)
- Bright, vibrant colors for gummy bears
- Multicolor yarns (optional)
- 4 mm crochet hook
Granny Square Pattern:
Starting the Square:
- Begin with a slip knot and chain 4, then add an extra 2 chains.
- Skip two, going into the third, make a double crochet.
- Make one double crochet in the next two stitches, for a total of three.
- Put one double crochet in your last stitch.
- Chain two and slip stitch to your last chain to complete the first part of your rectangle.
Next Steps:
- Chain one, going right back into that same stitch, put two double crochets.
- Chain three, then two more double crochets.
- Make a double crochet in the next two, lining it up with the last double crochets from the previous row.
- In the last double crochet down at the bottom, put two double crochets, chain three, and two more double crochets.
- Skip over the chain two space, and in the next stitch (a double crochet stitch from the previous row), make two double crochets, chain three, and two more double crochets.
- Double crochet in the next two stitches.
- In your next stitch, put two double crochets, chain three, and two double crochets.
- Slip stitch to your very first stitch to complete the round.
For Next Rounds:
- Begin each new round by chaining one and starting in the same space that you slip stitched into.
- Follow the pattern of double crochets, chain threes, and slip stitches as per the existing shape of the square, adding "puff stitches" at the corners for added decoration if desired.
Making the Gummy Bear:
- After completing the square's last round, start making the gummy bear directly onto the square, between the fourth and third rounds.
- Chain two and work half double crochets along, jumping between stitches for the shape of the bear.
- Use bobble stitches to create texture for the bear's features, and carefully attach each part of the bear to the square as instructed in the video.
Final Touches:
- Continue following the instructions for creating and attaching each part of the gummy bear, including arms, legs, and ears, with specific attention to detail for connecting stitches.
- Finish by blocking your squares for the best final appearance.
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