Valentine Teddy Bear With Heart Shaped Feet



Valentine Teddy Bear,
One day a while ago I was playing around with one of my own heart patterns and the thought came to me to try out making feet with them. It took me a bit to wrap my mind around that because I didn't think it would really work even though I really wanted it too!
But amazingly it worked out and so simply too. The hearts kept their shape even without much effort but I did add an optional way to shape the feet if you have any troubles with them. Just read through the legs section before starting.

Regular shaped feet
If you prefer regular shaped feet instead of the hearts, get the foot pattern here

Clothing and Accessories for bear and the bunny:


Videos Available:
The video tutorials for this bear, bunny and accessories are in one playlist here
Video tutorial for this bear itself is right here

Size of The Bear:
Approximately 7 to 8 inches in a sitting position, from bum to top of head





Copyright Author: Sharon Ojala - Amigurumi To Go, All rights reserved

How to read the rows:

Each row has a sequence as given below. Example: 1sc then 2sc in next st means repeat that sequence 1sc then 2sc in next st followed by 1sc then 2sc in next st over and over to the end of that particular row. The number inside the parentheses ( ~ ) is the number of stitches you you should have in that particular row.

Supplies:
2 different colors of worsted weight acrylic yarn (the main parts take less than a skein with 364 yrds)
4.5 mm hook - use a smaller hook if you see gaps in your stitches
blunt end yarn needle for sewing
scissors
100% polyester stuffing
you can use buttons, a french knot or paint eyes on. I used safety eyes that I glued in place. I used 10mm for the bears pictured.
optional - plastic mesh sheet for the heart feet

Abbreviations:
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
2tog = crochet 2 stitches together
hdc = half double crochet
BLO = back loop only
f/o = finish off

Where to put the eyes,

The head and body are worked in one piece. If you plan to use safety eyes they are placed in between the 12th and 13th row with 7 visible stitches between them.

Muzzle Placement and nose,
The top of the muzzle is placed on the 12th row. Whip stitch a nose in place before sewing the muzzle to the head. I sew the muzzle on after the doll is stuffed and closed up but some prefer to sew it on before. It's just a matter of preference.





Starting at the top of the head working down to bottom of body:
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc then 2sc in next st (18)
4) 1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st (24)
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (30)
6) 1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st (36)
7) 1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st (42)
8) 1sc in next 13st then 2sc in next st (45)
9-16) 1sc in each st for 8 rows
17) 1sc in next 13st then 2tog (42)
18) 1sc in next 5st then 2tog (36)
19) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (30)
20) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (24)
21) 1sc in next 2st then 2tog (18)
22) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (15)
23) 2sc in each st (30) *stuff and shape head
24-28) 1sc in each st for 5 rows
29) 1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st (36)
30) 1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st (42)
31-35) 1sc in each st for 5 rows
36) 1sc in next 5st then 2tog (36)
37) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (30)
38) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (24)
39) 1sc in next 2st then 2tog (18)
stuff and shape body. Be sure to fill any stuffing gaps in the neck
40) 1sc then 2tog (12) *stuff over the next 2 rows as needed
41) 1sc then 2tog (8)
f/o leaving a tail for closing up the gap. Weave in and out of the remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Knot off and hide yarn tails in the body.

Muzzle: using same color as body
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (15)
4) 1sc in each st for 1 row
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. Whip stitch a nose onto the muzzle before sewing to the head

Ears: using red  if you'd like bunny ears instead click here for that pattern
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc then 2sc in next st (18)
4-5) 1sc in each st for 2 rows
6) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (15)
7) 1sc in each st for 1 row
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the ears. Fold flat

Arms: using same color as body
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (15)
4) 1sc in each st for 1 row
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (12)
6) 1sc in each st for 1 row
7) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (10)
8-16) 1sc in each st for 9 rows
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff hand and arm. You can also add in 2 pipe cleaners that are folded over and twisted to add a bit of poseability to the arms

Stuffing and shaping the heart shaped feet:
The legs can be done 2 ways. One is just stuff and shape the heart and the other is add in a heart shaped plastic mesh sheet, one that fits exactly inside the heart then stuff. The red heart feet are just stuffed with no plastic inside. The purple hearts I added in the plastic sheet then after the leg was closed up I shaped the heart further with a strand of purple yarn. I entered in where the #1 arrow is pointing, came up and out on #2, back in on #3 and then out through #4. Knot off the yarn tails, cut up shorter then push them inside to hide them. This made the top of the heart more pronounced.



Video for the legs is here
If you prefer regular feet, not heart-shaped, that pattern is here

Legs: start with red make sure to add in a marker and move that marker at the end of every row.
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in next 3st, 3sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sl st next 2st, 2sc in next st, 3sc in next st, 1sc in next 3st (18)
4) 1sc, (1hdc in next st then put a sc in the top of the hdc and a sc in the bottom of the hdc) 1sc in next 3st, 2sc in next st, 2hdc next 2st, 1sc in next st, sl st next 2st, 1sc in next st, 2hdc in next 2st, 2sc in next st and 1sc in next 3st (26 )
5) 1sc in next 2st, now in the BLO 1sc in next 24st (26)
6) 1sc in next back loop , switch colors in next back loop, using both loops again 1sc in next 24st (26)
7) 1sc in next 11st then 2tog (24)
8) 1sc in 4st then 2tog (20)
9) 1sc in each st for 1 row
10) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (16)
11) 1sc in next 6st then 2tog (14)
stuff and shape foot
12-19) 1sc in each st for 8 rows
stuff leg up to row 17
fold flat and sc through both sides of the leg in the next st, ch1 turn then sc across to close up the leg, ch1 turn and sc across. f/o leaving a tail for sewing

Tail: using same color as body
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st 12)
3) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (15)
4) 1sc in each st for 1 row
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (12)
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing.

Heart Pillow: make 2
make sure to add in a marker and move that marker at the end of every row.
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in next 3st, 3sc in next st, 2sc in next st, sl st next 2st, 2sc in next st, 3sc in next st, 1sc in next 3st (18)
4) 1sc, (1hdc in next st then put a sc in the top of the hdc and a sc in the bottom of the hdc) 1sc in next 3st, 2sc in next st, 2hdc next 2st, 1sc in next st, sl st next 2st, 1sc in next st, 2hdc in next 2st, 2sc in next st and 1sc in next 3st (26 )
5) 1sc in next 2st then sl st next st and f/o leaving a tail for sewing. Place the hearts wrong side together and whip stitch the back loops together. Stuff the heart before completely sewing closed. Once stuffed finish whip stitching, knot off and hide yarn tail inside heart.





Assembly: Written steps below. Video showing the steps here



1) Sew the legs flat to the underside of the body so that the bear sits with the hearts upright.
2) The arms are sewn under the head, I sewed mine one ring down from the top of the neck. Add a stitch or 2 from under the arm to the body to tack the arm down if they are flaring out too far.
3) Whip stitch a nose in place before sewing the muzzle to the head. Stuff the muzzle and use lots of pins to hold it in place before sewing. The top of the muzzle is placed on the 12th row.
4) Sit the bear down and see where the tail will look best then pin it on, ues lots of pins then sew it in place.
5) Pin the ears on top of the head and play around with placement before sewing them in place.







I hope you enjoyed the pattern.
Donations of any size are greatly appreciated and help keep the patterns free.




Comments

  1. Wonderful, I like all your patterns. You're one of my favorite designers.
    You're so generous giving your patterns for everyone. Thank You!

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  2. HOLA MUCHAS GRACIAS POR LOS PATRONES Y COMPARTIR ESTAN HERMOSOS POR EJEMPLO ESTE OSITO ME ENCANTA GACIAS
    GRACIAS PÓR

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  3. This is an adorable pattern, I can't wait to try it.
    I would love to have your confidence to publish creations.
    Never stop designing

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  4. These are adorable! I love all your patterns! Thank you so much for sharing and allowing us to enjoy your work on many levels!

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  5. Such a wonderful pattern, that as soon as I saw it on Facebook I started to crochet it immediately!
    I just discovered your patterns on Ravelry and your blog recently and I love it.
    Your videos are so helpful and clear, I learnt a lot from them:) Thank You Sharon!
    I

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  6. Can't wait to try this pattern its gorgeous thank you for sharing :-)

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  7. Love love love the bear...I can see a bunny looking like this also!!!Thank You for the pattern, very generous of you...

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  8. What size hook would you recommend as a substitute for 4.5? For some reason all I can find is 4.25 and 5.0 mm. I'm in the US. Not sure if that has anything to do with it, or if the problem is with my local shops.

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    1. To get the size of teddy I made then a 4.5 is recommended with the yarn weight I gave in the supplies list. But a 4.25 would work as well as a 4 or even a 3.75. The smaller the hook the smaller the bear. You can use a larger hook as well but if you crochet on the loose side you might see gaps in your stitches. Thanks for asking :)

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    2. I used a 4mm on a yarn requesting 5mm, worked great, still a decent size bear, I don't crochet lose, but wanted to make sure the stitches were extra tight. I'm a stickler like that.

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  9. Hi can you please make a penguin pattern I have been searching all over the Internet for a penguin

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  10. is there any way to make the feet for the bunny in this video with out the hearts in them ?

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  11. Really cute bears. Thanks for pattern. :)

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  12. What size eyes do you use for your bears?

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  13. Hi sharon.how i make double height teddy?

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    1. I show how to enlarge amigurumi here. It won't make it double the height but it will make it quite a bit bigger Easy Way To Enlarge Amigurumi

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    2. hi Sharon..simply super ur work...I love all ur projets...I wanyt make big teddy bear ..can u tell me how to make big one...

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  14. I don't know why, but Google is giving me a heck of a time trying to post this! I love your creations! I'm planning to make a teddy bear using your pattern for my niece. I was wondering if the Dress Me Bunny clothes would fit this bear (but with the round feet) or if I would be better off following the Dress Me Bunny pattern and just using the bear ears instead? Thanks so much!!!

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    1. actually the bunny is this bear. I was first asked for the regular feet then someone asked for bunny ears so I decided to make it all one pattern. So the bunny is really this bear with different ears and feet :)
      You have to use the same weight yarn and hook size for the dress and overalls that you used to make your bear with and they will fit.

      Thanks for the kind words. Have fun!

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  15. Hello. There is no "Printer Friendly" button on yhe web page. So how can I get the pattern. Also the alternative pattern for the feet

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    1. there is a green print friendly button at the bottom of the pattern. The alternate feet are linked at the top of the legs section

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  16. hi your green print button friend don,t work tfs patterns

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    1. Hi Elaine,

      There must been a glitch for you when you tried. I just tried it and it worked fine for me.

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  17. Nice Post Thanks For SHaring with us

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  18. You're so talented! Thank you so much for these instructions Sharon! :)

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  19. With the foot, it says BLO....am I correct to assume that stands for back loop?

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  20. i love your patterns thank you for taking the time to do videos too! being a long timer at crocheting the magic circle is magic lol

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  21. Hello Sharon !! Can I ask your permission to publish using your name and your website the bear with heart and big rabbits ? I would translate them into Italian and share your diagrams , of course , saying that they are yours . I simply want to translate and publish them , can I ? thank you so much , you're very good

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    1. for sure, please also provide a link back to the original. Let me know when you are done and I will share your link on my facebook page :)

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  22. thank you so much , I leave the video link I realized translating them into Italian . Under my video I wrote that is yours and I also added your website :-)

    https://youtu.be/UHVU9nhCN_A

    https://youtu.be/HObnz4s3lYQ

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    1. Hello again. I seen the video(s) If you are planning to translate anymore of my patterns please speak in your introduction where the pattern came from and that you are translating with my permission. I am getting messages already from people that you are taking my patterns and translating them. I had to tell them that I gave your permission to do that. In the future if you say it (say my name and my website) people will know that you are being honest. I looked under your video and I see my website but there is no link to the original pattern like I asked. If English people see your video and look in the description box it will be nice to click a link that brings them to the pattern. Always make sure others know where credit is due then there is never a problem. I think you will get more and more comments about it if you don't say anything about the pattern designer(s) in your introductions.

      Thank you,
      Sharon Ojala

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  23. Hello Sharon, then enter the link of your video in addition to your web site description

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  24. Hi Sharon,
    I love your pattern. Thank you so much. I got one question in the leg. There are 18st in the 3rd row. When I finish the 4th row, I used 17st and became 25st. It is differernt with your description used 18 st and became 26 st. Please correct me if I am wrong.

    Eugenia

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    1. If you had 17st when you finished that row then you skipped a stitch somewhere. If you need help with those few rows maybe watch the video, it should help you get through. The link is just above the leg pattern.
      And also watch carefully where your hook is going, this part of the foot is tricky and you can end up with a different stitch count than the pattern.
      I hope the video will be helpful :)

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  25. Sharon, I got it. I misunderstood your wording above. Thanks much

    Eugenia

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  26. I just finished the bunny version of this and absolutely love it! I would post a pic on your Facebook but it won't let me :(.

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    1. did you try Amigurumi Freely on facebook? That is open to the public and you should be able to post there for sure

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  27. Sharon, do you have a video tutorial for the heart pillow? Thank you

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    1. the written pattern includes instructions for the pillow. The pillow's first 4 rows are the exact same as the feet if you need help by way of video. If you need more help I have a separate pattern for hearts on my blog that also have their own video showing how to sew the hearts together like I did to make the pillow here

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  28. Really cute bears. Thanks for pattern. :)

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  29. Thank you for sharing all of your hard work, you have inspired me on so many levels. I saw your video yesterday and since then have made 3 wee bits and am now working on this bear. The day before yesterday I only knew how to do a chain stitch and a single crochet. Thank you, God bless.
    P.S. I can't wait to see what other beautiful creations you make

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  30. Thank you so very much for sharing your patterns with us!

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  31. Hi Sharon. Thank you so much for your free patterns. love all of them <3 <3

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  32. This pattern is the cutest! There's only two tiny changes I made. I did an invisible decrease instead of sc2tog (pick up front loops only of the next two days yo pull through both front loops yo and finish single crochet) and I decreased the number of sts by half last round of the limbs and made jointed limbs instead. After that it's perfect and I love it.

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  33. Thank you for sharing your patterns! The videos were very helpful as well. It is a perfect gift for my granddaughter.

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  34. Sharon,
    I am getting the supplies ready to make this adorable bear. The only thing is you mentioned "2 different colors of Red Heart worsted weight acrylic yarn (one skein of each will do)" in your pattern. Is this 7 oz skein? Thank you for your help.

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    1. I actually use Red Heart Comfort yarn and those come in jumbo rolls. If you used the same, then way way less than those rolls. I don't measure exact amounts.

      If you want to use regular rolls, (I always compare regular rolls to Red Heart Super Saver which have apr 364 yards in them) then one skein for the main color and you only need a small amount for the ears and heart shapes, so anything you have on hand or a small amount of one reg skein for the alternate color.

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  35. Hi Sharon,

    Thank you for sharing your lovely patterns. They're fantastic. I was wondering if I can get permission to pass along your bears to the local victim's services as a donations as part of my Buddy Bears Organization. I've made a couple and given them as gifts...but it never hurts to ask.

    If you're okay with it, I'm happy to put a button with a back link to your blog, facebook page, etc on the website I'm currently making.

    Thank you again - your designs are easy to follow, easy to make, and a lot of fun to do.

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  36. Hi Patricia,

    Absolutely! I actually have no restrictions on my patterns. People are free to do what they like with their finished items.

    It's a lovely cause you are donating to, thank you for doing that!

    All the best,
    Sharon

    ps: thank you for the kind words :)

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  37. OH My Goodness!!! I am having a blast making the Teddy Bear. I am loving trying different color combinations. My Mother In Law fell the first of August and fractured her shoulder and has been at my house mending. Home Health has been coming to rehabilitate her and they have all been so nice that I thought I would give each of them a little token of appreciation. So I am making each of them a Valentine Bear. Patricia I must say your are awesome!! Your patterns and video instructions are so easy to understand for a semi novice crocheter. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful work with fellow crochet lovers.
    Lisa S

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  38. Thank you so much for your website and youtube videos! As a complete beginner, I've ordered and tried a few amigurumi kits and failed each time until I saw one of your videos. Everything was like a foreign language until I watched your videos - and I only needed to watch two of them (magic circle plus another random video) to start understanding! Your patterns are so cute and I hope you continue creating more and keep them free. That said, if you ever decide to publish a book, even one that compiles these free patterns, I would happily purchase one.

    I made the valentine bunny as my second completed amigurumi. Had to give him a scarf as he looks a bit skinny; need more practice on the tightness of stitches.

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  39. Hello Sharon,

    Thank you for this amazing pattern (it will be the second time I make one).

    I had a question I am hoping you can help me with. I am looking to make this little bear for my loved one for Christmas but am not sure how to process. I was thinking of using the Christmas scarf and hat patterns from the Remember Me bear.
    Would the accessories fit this Valentine bear? If not would using a bigger hook help or would I have to change the stitches count?

    I wish you well and look forward to your response.

    Thank you.

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    1. a bigger hook will help it fit better, it sits off to the side so it shouldn't be a problem. I just published a new bear pattern, it has a hat with ear holes and that one will fit the bear but you would have to add 2 or 3 rows of single crochet before the last decorative row. For the scarf you could add another row of 1hdc in each st or a row of sc, it depends on how wide you want it. Highlight and copy this link into your address bar https://www.amigurumitogo.com/2018/11/toy-crochet-winter-hat-pattern.html

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    2. Thank you Sharon!
      I'll give it a go and will post the finished product on your Facebook.
      Thank you again for your time. :)

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  40. Thank you for the pattern! For the Heart Pillow, can you please explain what you mean when you say in Row 4 to put a single crochet in the top and bottom of the half double? It feels like I'm not understanding correctly because my count is off. Thank you!

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    1. the heart pillow is the same as the heart shaped feet and I showed how to do those stitches in the video tutorial. You would just have to fast forward the video until you get to the feet. It would be easier to show than explain it here. I hope that helps!

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  41. I was wondering if possibly you could help me make the bear a bit bigger? Or a suggestion on when to increase the stitches to accomplish that! You are my inspiration Sharon, Thank you for all you do!

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    1. You could try a thicker yarn. Bernat blankets makes awesome stuffies!

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  42. Thank you! Your pattern was easy to follow and the bear came out ADORABLE!

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  43. Hi Sharon, Thank you so much for this adorable pattern. Did you attach the heart pillow to the bear, or is it left detached?

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  44. Hi, I have been crochet for a long time now but I've never learned how to read patterns. Do you have another video showing how to make the entire bear? I have two legs and nothing to attach them too😞

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    1. yes, you scrolled by the link. Scroll back up, under the first photo at the very top I have short paragraphs with bold headings, look for "Video tutorials" the links are there.

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  45. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us

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  46. I love this little rabbit. I have her crochet, I just have to assemble her. I am going to crochet your spring dress pattern for her. Thank you so much, you are so creative.

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  47. Thank you so much for sharing the pattern. I made one for my mother.

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  48. You should make patterns like this inspired by your little bigfoot animals. A pig with heart shaped feet would be really cute. So would a panda, moose, puppy, or any of your little bigfoot animals.

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  49. Hello Sharon,
    Herewih I like to ask for your permission to translate the pattern Valentine Teddy Bear to Dutch. I do manage a facebookgroup cakked "Nederlandse Vertalingen Summerda's Creations" which means "Dutch Translations Summerday/s Creations". Of course I will mention a link to the pattern in my pdf file. Thanks.

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    1. yes, that's fine as long as there's a link to the original I'm happy.

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  50. Where did you find the large head pins you use to keep parts in place for sewing on? I have checked several places and cannot find. Thanks. Linda

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    1. they're called corsage pins. I found mine at walmart in the florist section, you can also find them on amazon

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  51. The heart shaped feet and pillow doesn't turn out at all!

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    1. pictures of other's projects on ravelry and on my fb page show it does turn out. I'm sorry you're struggling with it. Maybe if you try following the video that would help? The pattern also comes with regular shaped feet.

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