Charming Crochet Bear Backpack: Perfect Companion for Kids

A delightful cream-colored crochet bear backpack, held gently by hands, immediately captures attention with its intricate craftsmanship. This charming accessory is not just a bag; it’s a cuddly companion designed for little ones. The meticulous crochet work creates a friendly bear face, complete with small ears and a sweet embroidered expression. Such a handmade crochet bear backpack offers both functionality and a touch of whimsical charm. Its soft texture and sturdy construction make it an ideal item for daily adventures.

Why a Handmade Crochet Bear Backpack Makes the Best Gift

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, a handmade crochet bear backpack offers durability and a unique, personal touch that mass-produced items often lack. Each stitch tells a story of care and dedication, making it a truly special item for any child. It’s perfect for carrying small treasures, snacks, or even a favorite toy on adventures. Investing in a quality crochet bear backpack means choosing a product made with love that can be cherished for years to come. This makes it an unforgettable present for birthdays, holidays, or just because.

Pattern Here

Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Bear Backpack

Materials

Worsted weight yarn: Approx. 200g Cream, 100g Light Blue, 50g Yellow, small amount of Black (for facial features)
4.0mm crochet hook (or size appropriate for your yarn)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stitch markers
Optional: 2 D-rings (approx. 2cm diameter) for adjustable straps, 1 button or magnetic snap for flap closure

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one st)
dec: decrease (sc 2 st together)
fo: fasten off
st(s): stitch(es)
rnd(s): round(s)
rep: repeat
(…) x N: repeat instructions in parentheses N times
[…]: total number of stitches at the end of the round/row

Instructions

Main Backpack Body (Cream yarn)

Base:

Row 1: Ch 22. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 19 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working down other side of foundation ch, sc in next 19 ch, 2 sc in last ch. [44]

Rnd 2: Inc, sc in next 19, inc x 3, sc in next 19, inc x 2. [50]

Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. [50]

Continue working in continuous rounds.

Body Walls:

Rnd 4-30: Sc in each st around. [50] (adjust number of rounds for desired height)

Sl st to first sc of Rnd 30. Fo, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Backpack Flap (Bear Face – Cream yarn)

Ch 25.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 23 ch. Ch 1, turn. [24]

Row 2-10: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [24]

Row 11: Sc in next 2 st, dec, sc in next 16 st, dec, sc in next 2 st. Ch 1, turn. [22]

Row 12: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [22]

Row 13: Sc in next 2 st, dec, sc in next 14 st, dec, sc in next 2 st. Ch 1, turn. [20]

Row 14: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [20]

Row 15: (Sc in next 2 st, dec) x 5. Ch 1, turn. [15]

Row 16: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [15]

Row 17: (Sc in next st, dec) x 5. Ch 1, turn. [10]

Row 18: Dec x 5. Ch 1, turn. [5]

Row 19: Sc in each st across. [5]

Do not fasten off. Work a border around the flap with Light Blue yarn.

Flap Edging (Light Blue yarn):

With Light Blue, sc evenly around the entire flap edge (approximately 2 sc per row edge, 1 sc per stitch on top and bottom). Join with sl st. Fo. Weave in ends.

Bear Ears (Make 2 – Cream yarn)

Rnd 1: In MR, 6 sc. [6]

Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. [12]

Rnd 3: (Sc in next st, inc) x 6. [18]

Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. [18]

Flatten the circle and sc through both layers to close. Fo, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Front Pocket (Cream yarn)

Ch 16.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 14 ch. Ch 1, turn. [15]

Row 2-8: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [15]

Pocket Edging (Light Blue and Yellow yarn):

With Light Blue, sc evenly around 3 sides (sides and bottom) of the pocket. Join with sl st. Fo.

With Yellow, join to any corner of the blue border, and sc around inside the blue border, creating a double border effect. Fo. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Decorative Spirals (Make 2 – Cream yarn)

Ch 16.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 14 ch. [15]

Roll the strip into a tight spiral. Stitch the back to secure. Fo, leaving a short tail to sew onto the front pocket.

Side Pockets (Make 2 – Light Blue yarn)

Ch 10.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 8 ch. Ch 1, turn. [9]

Row 2-8: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [9]

Pocket Edging (Yellow yarn):

With Yellow, sc evenly around 3 sides (sides and bottom) of the pocket. Fo, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Shoulder Straps (Make 2 – Light Blue and Yellow yarn)

Using Light Blue yarn, ch 4.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch. [3]

Row 2-70: Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn. [3] (adjust number of rows for desired strap length)

Cut a long piece of Yellow yarn. Using a yarn needle, embroider a straight line or backstitch down the center of each strap, creating the yellow stripe effect.

Fo.

Top Handle (Light Blue and Yellow yarn)

Using Light Blue yarn, ch 15.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 13 ch. [14]

Fo. Embroider a yellow stripe down the center as with the straps.

Assembly:

Attach Side Pockets: Position the side pockets on the lower part of the main backpack body, centered on the sides. Sew securely using the yellow yarn tail.
Attach Front Pocket: Position the front pocket on the lower center of the main backpack body. Sew securely using the yellow yarn tail.
Attach Decorative Spirals: Sew the two cream spirals onto the front pocket as shown in the image.
Attach Flap: Position the top edge of the flap at the back top edge of the backpack body. Sew securely across the back edge. Ensure the flap covers the front pocket when closed.
Attach Ears: Sew the two bear ears to the top corners of the flap, slightly inward from the edge.
Embroider Face: Using Black yarn and a yarn needle, embroider the eyes, nose, and mouth onto the bear flap as shown in the image. The eyes are two small circles, the nose is a larger upside-down triangle/oval, and the mouth is an arc with a small line connecting to the nose.
Attach Top Handle: Fold the handle in half and sew each end to the top back edge of the backpack, between the flap attachment points.
Attach Shoulder Straps: Sew one end of each shoulder strap to the top back corners of the backpack (near where the flap is sewn). For the bottom attachment:
- If using D-rings: Sew the D-rings to the bottom corners of the backpack. Loop the free end of each strap through its corresponding D-ring and secure for adjustable straps.
- If not using D-rings: Sew the free end of each strap directly to the bottom corners of the backpack.
Optional Closure: Sew a button or magnetic snap to the underside of the flap and the main backpack body to keep the flap closed.