What’s more fun than a crochet bee? This little guy is so quick and easy to make, you’ll be able to whip up a whole hive in no time! In this article, you will learn how to crochet a cute little honey bee using only basic crochet stitches. This pattern is suitable for confident beginners.
I adore these plushie honey bees and came up with a version of my own. This pattern is a part of my How to Crochet a Bee post, which details how to create and modify this pattern to make a version unique to your style!
Why this Amigurumi Bee pattern is so easy?
The pattern uses basic crochet stitches – single crochet, increases and decreases – so it’s perfect for confident beginners!
Basically, you can make your bees any size you like, just by using a different size crochet hook. It’s suprisingly easy to resize this bee pattern to suit your style.
And by varying the colors of yarn, you can create all sorts of different bees – striped bees, bumblebees, honey bees… the possibilities are endless!
This free crochet bee pattern is perfect for beginner crocheters. Made with yellow yarn, this little guy is sure to brighten up your day.
What’s Included in the pattern?
- Includes a “how to crochet a bee” video tutorial to help you along the way.
- US crochet terms, which makes it easy to follow even if you’re used to UK terms.
This free crochet bee pattern is worked in the round with a magic ring (or magic circle, if you prefer). If you’re not familiar with this technique, don’t worry – there’s a video tutorial included to show you how it’s done.
I hope you enjoy this free crochet pattern! It’s cute and better yet – FAST pattern! It works up fast, in about 1.5 hours depending on your speed and size of the bee you make.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your hook and some yellow yarn, and let’s get started!
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Table of contents
- Why this Amigurumi Bee pattern is so easy?
- The Yarn
- How easy is this pattern?
- What will you need?
- How big will my Bee be?
- Learn the Crochet Stitches Used:
- Special Crochet Techniques that May Help You
- Stitch Abbreviations you’ll find in the written pattern
- Please read these helpful notes before you start
- Crochet Honey Bee Pattern (Written)
- Other Quick Crochet Projects You May Enjoy
- Free printable Bee pattern
- How to Crochet a Bee Full Video Tutorial
- Thanks for being here!
- Crochet Pattern Support
The Yarn
Let’s talk about Parfait Chunky Yarn
Parfait Chunky by Premier is a super bulky (6) weigh yarn. Certified free from 350+harmful chemicals and comes in 53 amazing colors. This makes it perfect for stuffed animals and just about any project. It’s also machine washable.
This yarn is so versatile and you can create different sizes by changing your hook size. The recommended hook is 8 mm (L-11), but for stuffed animals, it’s recommended to use a very small hook. I found 4.5 mm crochet hook works perfect for this project.
You run the risk of your stuffing coming out if the stitches are too lose.
How easy is this pattern?
If you are an ambitious crochet beginner, you’ll be able to crochet this no problem because It uses only single crochet and half double crochet (optional) stitches.
Additionally, it is an easy to follow written pattern, although, if you prefer a visual aid, there is a full video tutorial.
Yarn council skill level: Easy
What will you need?
Suggested Yarn:
Premier Parfair Chunky or any similar super bulky (6 weight) yarn (100% Polyester, 131 yds/ 120 m per 3.5 oz/100 g skein).
- 1150-12 – Sunshine; 1 skeins (yellow yarn)
- 1150-10 – Black; 1 skein (black yarn)
- 1150-01 – White; 1 skeins (white yarn)
Hook & Other Materials:
How big will my Bee be?
As written, using the recommended hook and yarn with a medium tension, your bee will measure:
Long: 7” (17.78 cm) / Wide: 6.5” (16.51 cm) / Tall: 5.5” (13.97 cm) / Wings: 3 – 5” (7.62 – 12.7 cm)
Learn the Crochet Stitches Used:
Basic Crochet Stitches:
sc – single crochet – Insert hook in indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo pull through both loops on hook.
sc inc – single crochet increase – single crochet 2 in the indicated stitch.
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together (sc decrease) – Insert hook in indicated, yo, pull up a loop, insert hook in next stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo and pull through all three loops on your hook.
hdc – half double crochet
yo, insert hook in indicated stitch, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through all loops on your hook.
Special Crochet Techniques that May Help You
Even though the pattern is easy, you can choose to increase your crochet skill level a bit and learn these fun crochet techniques! Indeed, these simple crochet technique upgrades will make your crochet project shine!
- Invisible Decrease (work your decrease stitches into the *front loop only*)
- Magic Circle (see this magic circle tutorial on how to create the magic circle)
How to Crochet a Magic Circle
magic circle – the magic circle is fun, however, you can also chain 4, join to the first chain and work your stitches into the center of the chain 4 (ch-4).
Stitch Abbreviations you’ll find in the written pattern
- sc = single crochet
- sc2tog = single crochet 2 together (sc dec)
- hdc = half double crochet
- st(s) = stitches
- ch = chain
- * *repeat instructions X times
Please read these helpful notes before you start
- Pattern is worked in continuous rounds.
- Mark 1st stitch of each round with a stitch marker.
- Wings are created separately and sewn on.
- Eyes are placed before you completely close up your bee.
- Amigurumi smile is embroidered on using a darning needle.
- Working with this yarn is a little challenging – tip: Feel for your stitches.
- Count your stitches after each round.
Crochet Honey Bee Pattern (Written)
If you want to create your OWN bee pattern and put your own spin on it, check out the How to Crochet a Bee article which gives you the basic increase and basic decrease pattern, then have fun and BEE creative! Make it your own!
The Bee’s Body
- Inc = 2 sc in next stitch
- Sc2tog = a sc decrease
With yellow yarn, create a magic circle or chain 4; join chains, then work first sc into ring.
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring = 6 sts
Rounds 2 – 8 are INCREASE rounds.
Round 2: 2 sc in each st around = 12 sts
Round 3: (sc in next st, inc) *6 times = 18 sts
Round 4: (sc in next 2 sts, inc) *6 times = 24 sts
Round 5: (sc in next 3 sts, inc) *6 times = 30 sts
Round 6: (sc in next 4 sts, inc) *6 times = 36 sts
Round 7: (sc in next 5 sts, inc) *6 times = 42 sts
Round 8: (sc in next 6 sts, inc) *6 times = 48 sts
Round 9 – 12: (sc in each st around) = 48 sts
Round 13 – 15: Black (sc in each stitch around) = 48 sts
Round 16 – 18: Yellow (sc in each stitch around) = 48 sts
Round 19 – 21: Black (sc in each stitch around) = 48 sts (cut black yarn)
Round 22 – 24: Yellow (sc in each stitch around) = 48 sts
Rounds 25 – 31 are DECREASE rounds.
Round 25: (sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog) *6 times = 42 sts
Round 26: (sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) *6 times = 36 sts
Round 27: (sc in next st, sc2tog) *12 times = 24 sts
Round 28: (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) *6 times = 18 sts
Round 29: (sc in next st, sc2tog) *6 times = 12 sts
Add stuffing and eyes between rows 28 & 29, 7 stitches in between.
Round 30: (sc in next st, sc2tog)*6 times = 8 sts
Round 31: (sc2tog)*2 times, cut tie and weave in tail (closing hole)
Making the Bee’s Wings
Creating the wings is easy, therefore you can use a single crochet or half double crochet to create the wings. I used a hdc for this pattern.
With White yarn – create a Magic circle.
Round 1: hdc 8 into ring – 8 sts
Round 2: hdc 2 in each st around – 16 sts
Round 3: hdc 2 in each st around – 32 sts
(you can adjust and make these as small or large as you’d like)
Fasten off, use the tail to sew wings to the bee body.
Assembling your Bee
Eyes: Attach your eyes between rounds 28 & 29, secure with safety eye backings.
Wings: Decide where you want to place your wings. I positioned mine between the black stripes, around 3-5 stitches apart. Use a whip stitch to secure them, weave in all tails.
Smile: Thread needle with black yarn or worsted weight yarn. Insert about two stitches down and to the left of the right eye. Exit in a similar place to the bottom right of the left eye (leave a long tail)
Congratulations! You Are Finished!
Other Quick Crochet Projects You May Enjoy
Free printable Bee pattern
How to Crochet a Bee Full Video Tutorial
Thanks for being here!
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I absolutely love this crochet honey bee pattern! It’s so adorable and the instructions are super clear. Can’t wait to make a cute little hive of bees for my home decor! Thank you for sharing this free pattern! 🐝✨
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
Thanks so much for all your hard work in putting this collection together for us!
What size eyes do you use?
Where is the video tutorial for the Bee, please?
Cant find the link to day 1
Day 1?
Neither can I. The link in my email takes me to the forum