Fireworks Crochet Bitty Stripes Bear

I got a sneak peek of a brand new yarn at the Yarnspirations booth during the Fiber + Fabric Craft Festival and let me tell you… we were ALL instantly obsessed

>>> Bitty Stripes Firework Yarn <<<

This new Red Heart Super Saver Bitty Stripes colorway called Firework stopped everyone in their tracks. It was actually the only yarn they were selling at the booth as a show special, and you better believe it didn’t last long!

While chatting with a fellow crocheter at the booth, she asked me:
“What can I make with just one skein?”

Challenge accepted.

After thinking on it for a bit, I had the perfect idea…
A Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Crochet Bear!

And the best part?
You can make TWO bears from just ONE skein!

About the Yarn

This new Bitty Stripes Firework colorway is everything you want for summer stitching. Bold reds, bright blues, and soft neutrals that stripe up beautifully without any color changes.

It truly does all the work for you!

You’ll notice how the stripes naturally shift across the body, arms, and legs, making each bear completely unique. No two will look exactly the same, and that’s part of the magic ✨

This yarn is coming soon to Yarnspirations!
>>> You can bookmark it HERE so you don’t miss it <<<

One Skein = TWO Bears!

I love a project that stretches your yarn, and this one really delivers.

With just one skein of Bitty Stripes, you can crochet two full bears! This is a great optno for quick gifts, craft fairs, 4th of July summer projects and stash-friendly stitching.

Design Details

This pattern is designed to be simple and beginner-friendly:

The head and body are worked in one piece
Minimal sewing required – just pinch the feet and arms closed before stitching onto body
Classic amigurumi shaping
Let the yarn do the colorwork. No switching yarn needed!

I kept the shape nice and classic so the real star of the show is that gorgeous striping.

Not Just for the 4th of July

While the Firework colorway is perfect for patriotic projects and summer celebrations, this pattern works beautifully with any of the Bitty Stripes colorways.
>>> Shop all the colors of Bitty Stripes Yarn HERE on Yarnspirations.com <<<

Once you make one, you’ll want to try them all!

Pattern

Materials:
– Red Heart Bitty Stripes Yarn in color Firework (one skein)
– Size H Crochet Hook
– Polyfil Fiber Stuffing
– Black Safety nose
– Two 15mm black safety eyes
– Tapestry Needle

>>> My favorite safety eyes and noses <<<

Finished Size: Approximately 10 inches tall x 8 inches wide

Snout:
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 3: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 4: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 5-6: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 7: SC Decrease, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, fasten off leaving long tail.
Attach safety nose right above the magic ring round.
You will stitch the snout onto the head when you get to Round 40 of the body/head pattern.
Stuff snout with poly-fil before you finish stitching it onto the head.

Body/Head:
Works in one piece from the bottom up.
Magic ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 3: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 4: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 5: 2 SC in fist, SC in next two, repeat around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 6-14: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 15: SC Decrease, SC in next two, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 16-19: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Start stuffing with poly-fil
Round 20: SC Decrease, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 21-24: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 25: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 26: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 27: 2 SC in first, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 1 (50 SC)
Round 28-35: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (50 SC)
Round 36: SC Decrease, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 37-38: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (40 SC)
Round 39: SC Decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1 (30 SC)
Round 40: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1
Now is a good time to stitch on the snout and attach the safety eyes.
Attach safety eyes between round 34 & 35 about 10 stitches apart. The snout should be under the eyes (approximately between rounds 26-34)
Continue stuffing with polyfil until closed.
Round 41: SC Decrease, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 42: SC Decrease in each stitch around, join, chain 1
SC Decrease until top of head is closed.

Ears (make 2):
Magic ring, chain 1 and make 8 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 3-5: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 6: SC decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, fasten off
Stitch ears onto either side of head about 5 rows down from top.
No need to stuff ears with poly-fil.

Arms (make 2):
Magic ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 3-7: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 8: SC Decrease, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 9-10: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
start stuffing with poly-fil
Round 11: SC Decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 12-13: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (12 SC)
Round 14: SC Decrease, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 15-17: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (8 SC)
Fasten off and finish stuffing with poly-fil.
Pinch open closed and stitch onto either side of bear at round 24 of body.

Feet (make 2):
Magic ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 3-8: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (20 SC)
Round 9: SC Decrease, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 10: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 11: SC Decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 12: SC in each stitch around, join, fasten off leaving long tail.
Attach feet on either side of bottom of bottom. They should be sticking out sideways to give the bear support to sit up.

Tail:
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1 (15 SC)
Round 3-4: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (15 SC)
Round 5: SC Decrease, SC in next, repeat around, join, fasten off (10 SC)
Stuff with poly-fil and stitch onto backside of body.

I was able to get two full bears from just one skein, with yarn left over… enough to crochet a small star applique for the belly or add your own special touch! >>> Tiny Crochet Stars Pattern <<<

From backyard barbecues to fireworks in the sky, this bear is ready to celebrate right alongside you! But even beyond the red, white, and blue, this pattern is all about the magic of self-striping yarn. Swap in any Bitty Stripes colorway and you’ve got a whole collection of bears waiting to happen. One skein, two bears… and endless possibilities!