Adorable Crochet Bee Doll: Free Beginner-Friendly Amigurumi Pattern

ByEmila Lorein

Welcome to Your Buzzing New Crochet Project!

Hello, busy bees! 🐝 Are you ready to crochet the cutest little bee doll? This beginner-friendly amigurumi is perfect for your first 3D crochet project. With simple stitches and step-by-step instructions, you’ll create an adorable striped bee with a round head, tiny wings (optional!), and the sweetest smile.

This pattern is worked in continuous spiral rounds, so no need to worry about joining or turning. It’s great for practicing increases, decreases, and color changes. Plus, you’ll learn how to attach safety eyes and stuff your bee perfectly. Let’s grab our hooks and get started!

Materials Needed

Here’s what you’ll need to make your bee:

  • Yarn:
    • Beige (for head and arms)
    • Brown (for legs and body stripes)
    • Yellow (for body)
  • Hook: Size 2.5 mm
  • Safety Eyes: 6 mm (optional)
  • Stuffing: Fiberfill
  • Other Supplies:
    • Tapestry needle
    • Scissors
    • Stitch marker
    • Black embroidery thread (for mouth)

Abbreviations & Notes

US Crochet Terms Used:

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec = decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
  • MR = magic ring
  • BLO = back loop only

Helpful Notes:

  • Work in spiral rounds (no joining).
  • Use a stitch marker to track rounds.
  • Stuff firmly as you go to avoid gaps.
  • Magic ring tricky? Chain 2 and work into the 2nd chain instead.

Crochet Pattern Instructions

1. The Head (Beige Yarn)

  1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
  3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6. (18)
  4. Continue increasing until Round 9 (54 stitches).
  5. Rounds 10–22: Sc around (13 rounds).
  6. Place eyes between Rounds 17–18, 7 stitches apart.
  7. Decrease from Round 23 to close the head.
  8. Stuff firmly, then weave the yarn tail to close.

2. The Legs (Make 2, Brown Yarn)

  1. Round 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
  2. Round 2: 5 inc. (10)
  3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x5. (15)
  4. Continue shaping until Round 9.
  5. Stuff lightly and leave the last round open to attach to the body.

3. The Body (Brown & Yellow Yarn)

  1. Connect the legs with 6 chains.
  2. Round 1: 32 sc around both legs and chains. (32)
  3. Alternate brown and yellow stripes as you increase and decrease.
  4. Stuff as you go, then close the top with decreases.

4. The Arms (Make 2, Beige Yarn)

  1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
  2. Round 2: 4 inc. (8)
  3. Round 4: Make a popcorn stitch for the thumb (see notes below).
  4. Switch to brown yarn for the lower arm.
  5. Stuff lightly and sew to the body.

Assembly Tips

  • Attach the head to the body using a yarn needle and mattress stitch.
  • Embroider a smile with black thread.
  • For wings (optional): Chain 10, sc across, and sew to the back.

Helpful Tips for Beginners

✅ First amigurumi? Don’t stress if it’s not perfect—each stitch gets easier!
✅ Lost count? Use a stitch marker and tally rounds on paper.
✅ Magic ring woes? Chain 2 and work into the 2nd chain instead.

Your Crochet Bee Is Complete!

Yay! You’ve just made the sweetest little bee. 🐝 Whether it’s a gift or a new shelf buddy, your amigurumi bee is sure to bring smiles.

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