Add a touch of cuteness to your handmade hats with these adorable Crochet Bear Ears! Whether you’re creating a beanie for a baby shower, a birthday gift, or just a playful accessory for dress-up time, these teddy bear ears are the perfect finishing touch.
They’re fun, quick to make, and bring instant charm to any crochet hat or headband.
This beginner-friendly pattern is designed to be simple and approachable, even for new crocheters.
Free pattern by Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Using just basic stitches and medium-weight or fluffy yarn, you’ll create soft, round ears that can be easily sewn onto beanies for newborns, toddlers, and kids. The one-size design makes it versatile and quick to customize for various projects.
Perfect for your first animal-themed hat, this pattern comes with a helpful video tutorial to guide you through every step. It’s a great stash-busting project, too.
Just a small amount of yarn is all you need to create these cozy ears. Pair them with a handmade hat or crochet headband, and you’ve got an irresistibly cute accessory.
Whether you’re adding personality to a simple baby beanie or crafting a costume accessory, this Crochet Bear Ears Pattern is a must-try for anyone who loves fun, functional crochet. Make a pair (or several!) to have on hand for thoughtful, handmade gifts that little ones—and their parents—will adore.
Victoria Pietz from Pattern Princess
Skill Level
Easy – confident beginner
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this pattern.
Size
This sample pattern worked with a medium weight yarn and size I 5.5mm crochet hook, will make about 3” ear.
Made with a bulky number 5 yarn and size I 5.5 crochet hook, will make about a 4” ear.
To adjust the width size of the ear, simply add or decrease rows.
Materials
Yarn. A medium weight yarn works well with this pattern. For my sample, I used Caron Simply Soft from Yarnspirations. Number 4 medium weight yarn.
For the fluffy bear ears, I used Bernat Pipsqueak Yarn. Which is a number 5 bulky weight. In the color chocolate.
Plan for about 75 yards of yarn.
Supplies
Size I Crochet Hook 5.5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure
