There’s something incredibly special about a handmade blanket—especially one adorned with a sweet teddy bear. Soft, cozy, and full of charm, this Teddy Bear Blanket Crochet Pattern is a beautiful choice for nurseries, baby showers, or as a treasured keepsake for little ones. Combining classic granny square construction with an adorable teddy bear appliqué, this project blends traditional crochet techniques with playful, heartwarming detail.
The blanket is created in three main stages. First, you’ll crochet the smaller border squares, followed by the large center square. Once all the pieces are complete, everything is joined together to form the blanket. The teddy bear appliqué is made separately and carefully sewn onto the center, adding the perfect finishing touch. The result is a timeless blanket that’s not only functional but also meaningful—something that can be cherished for years and even passed down through generations.
This pattern is best suited for intermediate crocheters, though confident beginners who are comfortable working granny squares will also enjoy the process. Choose soft, baby-friendly yarns in colors that match your vision—classic teddy bear browns create a traditional look, while gentle pastels give the blanket a sweet nursery feel. The teddy bear appliqué adds personality and warmth, making each blanket truly one of a kind.
Teddy Bear Blanket Crochet Pattern
Abbreviations
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ch – chain
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sl st – slip stitch
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st(s) – stitch(es)
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sc – single crochet
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dc – double crochet
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tr – treble crochet
Part 1 – Border Squares (Make 24)
Use a 5.5 mm crochet hook.
Start:
Ch 5, join with a sl st to form a ring.
Round 1:
Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc into the ring, ch 2, 3 dc into the ring; repeat from * to * three times. Ch 2, join with a sl st. Fasten off.
Round 2:
Join yarn in any corner space. (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the same space, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in the next corner; repeat around. Ch 1, join. Fasten off.
Round 3:
Join yarn in a corner. (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), ch 1, 3 dc in the next ch-1 space, ch 1. Continue around, working (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in each corner. Join and fasten off.
👉 Make 24 border squares in total and set them aside.
Part 2 – Large Center Square
Using the 5.5 mm hook, work the large square in the same granny-square style as the border squares. Do not fasten off at the end of each round—join each round with a single crochet instead.
Continue working until Round 13, with 13 groups of 3 double crochets on each side.
Keep adding rounds until Round 20, increasing by one 3-dc group and one ch-1 space per side with each round.
Part 3 – Joining the Border Squares
Using the same hook, begin attaching the 24 small squares around the large center square.
Join each square one at a time by crocheting directly into the edges of the large square. Work single crochet joins at the corners and in ch-1 spaces, maintaining the granny-square pattern with 3-dc groups along the sides.
Continue this method until all 24 border squares are securely joined.
Part 4 – Border Rounds
Work additional granny-style rounds evenly around the entire blanket until you reach your desired size (for example, Rounds 21–35).
For the final round, add a decorative edging:
Work 5 sc in each corner, then repeat (7 dc in ch-1 space, sc in the next ch-1 space) across each side, placing 5 sc in every corner. Fasten off neatly.
Part 5 – Teddy Bear Appliqué
Switch to a 5 mm crochet hook.
Body
Round 1:
Ch 4, work 13 dc into the 4th ch from the hook. Join (14 dc).
Round 2:
Ch 3, dc in the same stitch, 2 dc in each stitch around (28 dc).
Round 3:
Dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st around (42 dc).
Round 4:
Dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st around (56 dc).
Round 5:
Dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st around (70 dc).
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Head and Ears
Work the head the same as the body through Round 4 (56 dc).
Mark two stitches near the top of the circle, approximately 11 stitches apart.
For each ear:
Join yarn at a marked stitch, ch 3, work 9 dc in the same stitch. Fasten off.
Work single crochet evenly around the head and ears. Leave a long tail for assembly.
Muzzle
Round 1:
Ch 4, 13 dc in the 4th ch from the hook (14 dc).
Round 2:
2 dc in each stitch around (28 dc).
Round 3:
Work loose hdc in each stitch around. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Nose
In the 4th ch from the hook, work (4 dc, 2 sc, 4 dc).
Fasten off with a long tail, sew onto the muzzle, and embroider a small mouth.
Eyes
Using dark yarn, stitch simple “X” shapes for the eyes.
Paws
Front Paws (Make 2):
Ch 4, 13 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join.
Round 2: 2 dc in each stitch around (28 dc).
Sew behind the body.
Back Paws (Make 2):
Ch 4, 13 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join.
Round 2: Shape using dc and tr stitches as needed to form a paw curve (28 sts).
Round 3: Work loose sc around. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew to the body.
Finishing
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Sew the head to the body
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Attach the muzzle and nose, then embroider the eyes
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Sew on all paws
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Secure the teddy bear to the center of the blanket, matching yarn colors when stitching
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Add a small ribbon bow beneath the teddy’s head for a sweet finishing touch
