Free Crochet Rilakkuma Amigurumi Pattern for Cute Bear Lovers

Bring joy to your projects with this Free Crochet Rilakkuma Amigurumi Pattern that's an adorable and cozy bear perfect for gifting.

There’s something really special about making small, soft toys that bring a smile, and crocheting amigurumi is a fun way to do just that. The Free Crochet Rilakkuma AMIGURUMI pattern is a great project for anyone who loves cute and cuddly characters. This little bear is simple to make and has a relaxed, friendly look that’s just like the popular Rilakkuma character.

Easy Free Crochet Pattern for Rilakkuma Plushie Amigurumi

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This amigurumi has a soft and smooth feel thanks to tight stitching, with a round shape that makes it perfect to hold or display. It features Rilakkuma’s classic cream-colored belly and snout, along with small ears and paws that add to its charm. You can make it in different sizes depending on the yarn and hook you choose, small enough to carry around or big enough for a cozy hug.

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The pattern uses mostly single crochet stitches worked in continuous rounds, which creates a neat, seamless finish. A helpful tip is to crochet with a tight stitch so the stuffing stays inside and the toy keeps its shape. I was inspired to design this because I love how Rilakkuma feels calm and cute, perfect for a relaxing crochet project. Using soft acrylic or cotton yarn really helps show the stitch details while keeping the toy soft and durable.

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This Free Crochet Rilakkuma amigurumi makes a lovely gift for kids, friends, or anyone who enjoys sweet little soft toys. You can also add your own touches, like a cute face or tiny accessories, to make it unique.

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Rilakkuma Bear Crochet Pattern

This pattern will teach you how to crochet an adorable Rilakkuma-inspired bear, modeled exactly on the step-by-step approach in the video. Designed as a travel companion, it can be attached to your backpack or luggage for easy identification. Follow along to create a plush bear using single crochet, increasing and decreasing intuitively, and assembling parts with hot glue for a clean finish.

Quick Overview Of Pattern

  • Work spheres and circles: Head, body, limbs, and ears all start as small rounds.
  • Crochet in rounds: Pieces are crocheted in the round; spiral method, no joins.
  • Shape by eyeballing: Increases and decreases are made by feel, not rigid count.
  • Easy assembly: Hot glue is used for attaching features, felt for face and detail.
  • Customizable: Finished bear is ideal for travel and can be customized with cheeks and accessories.

Notes

  • All pieces are worked in continuous spiral rounds.
  • Intuitive increases/decreases are used for natural shaping.
  • Hot glue makes for fast, clean assembly, but you may choose to sew parts.
  • Yarn tails are neatly tucked inside for a clean look.

Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate:
Basic stitches, shaping, stuffing, and intuitive forming required.

Materials

  • Brown yarn (main body and limbs)
  • Yellow yarn (inner ear/felt pads)
  • Pink and white felt (cheeks, belly)
  • Black felt (eyes, nose, mouth)
  • Crochet hook: 2.75 mm or closest small size
  • Stuffing
  • 8 mm animal eyes
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue gun
  • Yarn needle

Measurements / Sizing

  • Head diameter: about 1.5–2 inches
  • Finished bear: fits in the palm of your hand
  • Adjust sizing by changing the yarn or hook

Gauge

Gauge is not crucial. Work tightly enough so stuffing does not show.

Stitch Abbreviations

  • ch – chain
  • sc – single crochet
  • inc – increase (2 sc in 1 stitch)
  • dec – decrease (skip 1 stitch or sc2tog)
  • sl st – slip stitch
  • st(s) – stitch(es)

Special Stitches

  1. Increase (inc): Work 2 single crochet into the same stitch.
  2. Decrease (dec): Skip the next stitch or sc two together.

The Crochet Pattern

Head

  • Round 1:
    1. With brown yarn, ch 2.
    2. Work 5–6 sc into the first chain to make a tight circle.
    3. Slip stitch into first sc to close the round.
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  • Round 2:
    1. Work 2 sc in each stitch (inc) around (total 10–12 sc).
  • Round 3:
    1. Repeat (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around to expand canvas naturally.
    2. Continue increasing about every 3–4 sts for a few rounds until you have a curved "bowl" shape.
  • Rounds 4–7:
    1. Continue in sc, increasing at intervals (every 3–4 stitches) to form a smooth curve.
    2. Check the curvature—the work should arch upward and outwards.
  • Rounds 8–9:
    1. Stop increasing. Work sc in each st to build height.
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  • Rounds 10–12:
    1. Begin decreasing (dec): after every 5–6 sc, skip 1 st (or sc2tog).
    2. Continue decreasing at similar intervals each round.
    3. Stop when you reach a nearly closed sphere.
  • Stuff the head firmly before closing.
  • Final Round:
    1. Continue to decrease/sc2tog as needed.
    2. When closed, cut yarn and pull through. Tuck ends inside.

Limbs (Arms and Legs)

  • Make 2 arms and 2 legs the same way:
  • Round 1:
    1. With brown yarn, ch 2.
    2. Work 5–6 sc into first chain.
    3. Sl st into first sc to close the round.
  • Round 2–4:
    1. Work 1 sc in each st (no increases) for about 4 rows to shape a little cylinder.
    2. Stuff lightly.
    3. Cut yarn, fasten off, and tuck ends inside.
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Body

  • Step 1: Align and join the two legs:
    1. With brown yarn, crochet around the edge of one leg, then directly into the other to fuse them.
  • Rounds 2–7:
    1. Work in sc around the new double-limb base.
    2. Occasionally inc to widen for a rounded belly.
    3. After a few rounds, begin dec in spots to shape the “neck” thinner than the body.
    4. Eyeball the size, comparing with your head as you go.
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  • Before closing, stuff the body firmly.
  • Final Round:
    1. Decrease, then fasten off and tuck the end inside.

Ears

  • Make 2:
  • Round 1:
    1. With brown yarn, ch 2.
    2. Work 5–6 sc in first chain.
    3. Join with a sl st for a flat circle.
  • For inner ear:
    1. With yellow yarn, repeat the same step for a smaller circle.
  • No stuffing—leave both circles flat.
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Foot Pads

  • Make 2 tiny yellow circles as above, or cut from felt.

Assembly Details (Face, Belly, Cheeks)

  • Cut out white oval for the belly from felt.
  • Cut two large black ovals for eyes, one black for nose, mouth, and two small pink ovals for cheeks.

Assembly & Finished Size

  1. Hot glue or sew the ears (with yellow centers) on each side of the head.
  2. Hot glue the arms to each side of the body.
  3. Glue the legs/feet to the bottom of the body.
  4. Glue the white belly oval in the center.
  5. Attach the head to the body.
  6. Position and glue animal eyes, nose, and mouth on the head.
  7. Attach yellow foot pads to bottom of each leg.
  8. Add pink felt cheeks if desired!

Bear measures roughly 2–3 inches in all directions and is palm-sized.

Conclusion and Ending Words

By following these numbered stitch instructions and detailed rounds, you’ll have a crisp, clean, and super cute Rilakkuma-style bear to accompany you on your travels. Eyeballing the body shapes, using the glue assembly, and finishing with felt features let you quickly and confidently make a plush that’s both personal and unmistakable.

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