Any yarn can be used with the appropriate hook size.
Below is the suggested materials used for the bears featured on
the front cover of the pattern.

MATERIALS:
Acrylic Punch Thread
Steel Crochet Hook – Size 10 to 14 depending on the size bear
you want to make
Stuffing
Stuffing tool
Embroidery Floss for nose and claws
Onyx or glass beads – 2mm or size preferred
Doll making needle for jointing
Waxed Dental Floss for jointing
Black Waxed Beading Thread for attaching the eyes
¼‖ Disc and cotter pin assembly for attaching the head to the
body.
Small needle nose pliers for curling the cotter pin
Optional: White cloth covered floral wire.