Hazel Hollow Bear Lovey Free Pattern – A Whimsical Woodland Crochet Comfort

Wrap your little one in the gentle charm of the Hazel Hollow Bear, a crochet lovey that pairs a soft, textured blanket with a sweet, huggable bear head. This heirloom-quality pattern uses earthy, muted tones to create a timeless companion for naps and snuggles. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a meaningful project, this lovey is the perfect blend of simplicity and charm. The textured blanket is worked in easy rows, while the bear head is crocheted in continuous rounds—making it an approachable project for anyone ready to create something truly special.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth and enjoyable crochet experience:

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn in Oatmeal, Sage Green, and Dusty Rose; small amounts of dark brown for embroidery
• Hook: Size G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Yarn needle, scissors, fiberfill stuffing, stitch markers (optional)

Gauge: 4 inches = 16 sc and 18 rows in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this project, but maintaining consistency will ensure proper sizing and a polished finish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This lovey is worked in two main parts: the blanket square and the bear head. The blanket uses a simple, textured stitch pattern, while the bear head is worked in continuous rounds. Follow each section carefully, and you'll have a beautiful heirloom piece in no time.

Blanket Square (Make 1)

With Oatmeal yarn, ch 61.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (60 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st, *ch 1, skip next st, sc in next st; repeat from * across. (30 sc, 30 ch-1 spaces)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc in first st, *sc in next ch-1 space, sc in next st; repeat from * across. (60 sc)

Rows 4-5: Repeat Rows 2-3.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (60 sc)

Repeat Rows 2-6 until the piece measures approximately 12 inches from the beginning, ending with a Row 6 repeat. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Bear Head (Make 1)

With Sage Green yarn, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Round 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. (24 sts)

Round 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. (30 sts)

Round 6: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. (36 sts)

Rounds 7-12: Sc in each st around. (36 sts)

Round 13: *Sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog; repeat from * around. (30 sts)

Round 14: *Sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog; repeat from * around. (24 sts)

Round 15: *Sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill.

Round 16: *Sc in next st, sc2tog; repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Round 17: Sc2tog around. (6 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

Ears (Make 2)

With Sage Green yarn, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Rounds 3-4: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten each ear slightly and sew them to the sides of the bear head, positioning them about 3 rounds down from the top.

Muzzle (Make 1)

With Dusty Rose yarn, make a magic ring.

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Round 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew the muzzle to the center of the bear's face, just below the eyes.

Embroidery

Using dark brown yarn and a yarn needle, embroider two small French knots or satin stitches for the eyes, positioned on either side of the muzzle. Embroider a small triangle or inverted V for the nose at the top of the muzzle. Add a small smile using backstitch below the nose.

Assembly

Center the bear head on the blanket square, with the bottom of the head about 2 inches from the bottom edge. Using the long tail from the bear head, sew the head securely to the blanket, stitching around the base of the head. Weave in all ends.

Finishing

Optional: Add a border of single crochet around the entire blanket edge in Dusty Rose to frame the piece. Work 3 sc in each corner to keep corners flat. Weave in all ends and block gently.

Your Hazel Hollow Bear Lovey is now complete! This whimsical woodland companion is perfect for gifting at baby showers, welcoming a new arrival, or adding a touch of handmade warmth to your own nursery. The soft, textured blanket and sweet bear face make it a keepsake that families will treasure for years to come. Happy crocheting!