Buzzy Bee Crochet Pattern
This past weekend I was finally able to enjoy a drink on a sunny patio. It wasn't quite as warm as I would have liked but the sun (despite the passing clouds) was delicious and warm on my back.
Slowly, the weather is warming but it's still cold enough that most bugs and insects haven't made their usual appearances. Normally this wouldn't bother me and I'd even say, "Ugh, so glad the insects aren't around yet" but with the decline in bee population, I'm actually worried we haven't seen any buzzing bees.
I love flowers and produce and without the bees acting as pollinators I fear we'll end up with a grey and barren Earth. So, with my thoughts on these insects, I decided to make an adorable amigurumi bee crochet pattern.
But first, if you’re interested in learning more about how we can protect the bees check out this info sheet on davidsuzuki.org.
These little bees would be perfect as key chains, desk companions, and other home decor ideas. Gift them to someone who loves bees, they will surely put a smile on their face!
Amigurumi Bee Crochet Pattern
Size: Approx 2.5” in length
Materials:
-Worsted yarn (4) in yellow and black and your choice of colour for the wings ie. white or blue.
-Size 3.50mm hook
-Needle for joining parts
-Fiberfill for stuffing
-Safety eyes – I’m using size 4mm
-Black embroidery thread and needle
Notes: Unless otherwise stated, this pattern is worked in continuous rounds using stitch markers to locate the beginning/end of a round. Work in somewhat tight stitches.
Abbreviations (US Terminology)
ch - chain
sc - single crochet
sl st - slip stitch
inc - increase
dec - decrease
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet
tr - treble crochet
Body – Version A
Starting with yellow yarn.
Round 1: start 6 sc in magic ring.
Or
Ch 2 and 6 sc in the second ch from hook.
Round 2: inc in each st (12 sts)
Rounds 3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18 sts)
Rounds 4-7: sc in each st (18 sts)
Attach or embroider eyes and face detail.
Switch to black yarn.
Round 8: sl st in each st.
Switch to yellow yarn.
Round 9: sc in each sc of the previous round
Switch to black yarn.
Round 10: Sl st in each st.
Switch to yellow yarn.
Rounds 11-12: sc in each sc of the previous round.
Begin to stuff with fiberfill.
Round 13: [sc, dec] x 6 (12 sts)
Round 14: dec x 6 (6 sts)
Cut the yarn and use a yarn needle to sew the opening shut.
Body – Version B
Starting with yellow yarn.
Round 1: start 6 sc in magic ring.
Or
Ch 2 and 6 sc in the second ch from hook.
Round 2: inc in each st (12 sts)
Rounds 3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18 sts)
Rounds 4-5: sc in each st.
Switch to black yarn in last st.
Round 6: Sl st in BLO (pictured).
Switch to yellow yarn in last sl st.
Round 7: sc in BLO of each st.
Switch to black yarn in last st.
Round 8: Sl st in BLO.
Switch to yellow yarn in last sl st.
Rounds 9-10: sc in each st.
Round 11: [sc, dec] x 6 (12 sts)
Round 12: dec x 6 (6 sts)
Cut the yarn and use a yarn needle to sew the opening shut.
Wings – Make 2
Ch 3, in 3rd ch from hook: hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc.
Cut the yarn and pull the yarn to tighten the chain. Leave a long tail to sew to the body.
Now your adorable little bees, buzzing with excitement and warmth, are ready to go out and spread love and joy wherever they go!
If you make this bee crochet pattern I'd love to see your creation, just tag me on Instagram @popsdemilk_crochet and use the hashtag #popsdemilk
Looking for more cute crochet projects? Then you might like these:
Sandwich coasters crochet pattern
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This pattern is for personal use only. The pattern and its photos may not be reproduced, distributed or resold, translated, published, altered, shared or posted in any way over the internet or offline.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern as long as it is handmade by you, not mass produced, giving the credit to Pops de Milk / Patricia Castillo as the designer. If you have any questions, you can email me at patricia@popsdemilk.com
