free bee crochet pattern

Buzzy the Bee Amigurumi

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of crochet with this awesome free bee crochet pattern. It’s perfect for beginners, with a super easy-to-follow Bee Amigurumi pattern and a full video tutorial. Plus, you’ll be amazed that you can finish this project in just two hours!

You have the freedom to use any yarn you prefer to bring this cute little creature to life. Get started on your buzzing adventure today and craft a bumble bee that will bring a smile to everyone’s face!

I made a small keychain mini bee from sport weight cotton yarn, while for a larger version, I used Chenille Super Bulky plush yarn. By experimenting with different yarn types, you can create bees of various sizes and textures.

A little Story about Buzzy the Bee:
Buzzy the bee adores flowers and has a mischievous sense of humor. He tickles petals, making them giggle with delight. Buzzy loves to play pranks, buzzing around in circles, leaving other insects bewildered. With a wink and a buzz, he spreads laughter in the meadow, making even the saddest days happier.

Basic Stitches Tutorial:
If you’re a beginner, be sure to check out my basic stitches tutorial This comprehensive crochet tutorial includes a wide range of helpful videos that will guide you through each step. It will explain everything you need to know about creating a cute Amigurumi.

This is the full video on YouTube on how to crochet every step of this cute bee Amigurumi:

Materials

Here are the materials that I used to create this bee, but feel free to replace them with other materials of your choice. Additionally, if you wish to crochet a larger or smaller version of this bee amigurumi, simply adjust the size by using a thicker or thinner yarn and crochet hook.

Don’t be afraid to customize and experiment with different materials to achieve the perfect result for your unique project!

Mini Buzzy the Bee 10 cm / 4 inch:
Yelllow cotton – catania color: 208
Black Cotton – catania color: 110
White Cotton – catania color: 105
Synthetic Poly Filling
1 pair black safety eyes: 8 mm

Big Bee Plush Chenille Super Bulky version 21 cm / 8 inch:
Yellow Chenille yarn
Black Chenille yarn
White Chenille yarn
Synthetic Poly Filling
1 pair black safety eyes: 18 mm

TIP Chenille/Velvet or other similar plush yarn: While crocheting the head of the bee, you might notice that it appears a bit too oval in shape. However, there’s no need to worry! Once you add the stuffing, the head will naturally take on its desired form and look perfect.

Check the materials page on my website if you need help in choosing the right materials.

Supplies:
Scissors
Tapestry needles with blunt point, nr. 16
Pins
Crochet hook size 2.5 mm 4/0 for the cotton or 5.0 mm for Chenille yarn

If you are using Blanket yarn, I recommend a 8.0 mm crochet hook.

Abbreviations used in this pattern:
(All abbreviations are explained in my basic stitches tutorial)
Rnd: Round
st: stitch
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
dec: decrease
inc: increase

Free Bee Crochet Pattern

Body:
To create a vibrant effect, the body of the bee will be crocheted in different colors. That’s why it’s important to change yarn during the process. To learn the easy way to do this, read my tips about how to color change.

Start in yellow yarn
Rnd 1: start 6 sc in a magic circle (6)
Rnd 2: inc 6 times (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc in next st) repeat 6 times (18)
Rnd 4: (sc in next 2 st, inc in next st) repeat 6 times (24)
Rnd 5: (sc in next 3 st, inc in next st) repeat 6 times (30)
Rnd 6-7: sc in all 30 st (30)
Rnd 8: (sc in next 4 st, inc in next st) repeat 6 times (36)
Rnd 9-11: sc in all 36 st (36)
Rnd 12: (sc in next 4 st, dec) repeat 6 times (30)
Rnd 13: (sc in next 3 st, dec) repeat 6 times [24]
Rnd 14: (sc in next 2 st, dec) repeat 6 times (18)
Change color to black
Rnd 15: sc in all 18 st (18)
Insert both safety eyes into the bee between rounds 8 and 9, with an interspace of 5 stitches.
How to put in safety eyes the easy way: https://youtu.be/-eggN6savXE

Change color to yellow
Rnd 16: (sc in next 2 st, inc in next st) repeat 6 times (24)
Change color to black
Rnd 17: sc in all 24 st (24)
Change color to yellow
Rnd 18: sc in all 24 st (24)
Change color to black
Rnd 19: sc in all 24 st (24)
Change color to yellow
Rnd 20: sc in all 24 st (24)
Change color to black
Rnd 21: (sc in next 2 st, dec) repeat 6 times (18)
Stuff the body with toy fiber filling and continue stuffing as you go.
Rnd 22: (sc in next st, dec) repeat 6 times (12)
Rnd 23: dec 6 times (6)
Rnd 24: (sc in next 2 st, dec) repeat 2 times (4)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Finish the body of the bee by taking the last strand of yarn and sewing it through the front loops of every crochet stitch that you made in the last round. Pull the yarn tight to close the hole. Now stick a needle under the hole and weave in the yarn end.

Wings 2x:
Use white yarn
Rnd 1: start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc 6 times (12)
Rnd 3: (sc in next 3 st, inc in next st) repeat 3 times (15)
Rnd 4-5: sc in all 15 st (15)
Rnd 6: (sc in next 3 st, dec) repeat 3 times (12)
Rnd 7: (sc in next 2 st, dec) repeat 3 times (9)
Rnd 8: (sc in next st, dec) repeat 3 times (6)
Fasten off with a slst, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew round 8 of the wings together. Once you have done this, fold the wings in the middle and sew together. Sew the wings on the body of the bumble bee Amigurumi. Need more help, then check out this video featuring this free bee crochet pattern: https://youtu.be/Mcsb_FoSj1U

Antenna 2x:

Start in yellow yarn
Rnd 1: start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (sc in next st, inc in next st) repeat 3 times (9)
Rnd 3: sc in all 9 st (9)
Rnd 4: (sc in next st, dec) repeat 3 times (6)
Change color to black
Rnd 5-6: sc in all 6 st (6)
Fasten off with a slst, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew the antennae on round 3 of the body.
Now your bee is done!

I hope you enjoyed this cute free bee crochet pattern. Furthermore, on this website, you’ll discover over 30 additional adorable and free Amigurumi patterns waiting to be crocheted. Happy crafting!