Sleeping Polar Bear Basket by Diane Gibb

Sleeping Polar Bear Basket

Crochet
November 2021
yarn held together
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
US 8 - 5.0 mm
6.0 mm (J)
200 - 300 yards (183 - 274 m)
US
English
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Pattern Description:
This adorable sleepy polar bear is great for keeping candy, treats or gifts hidden under the night cap. This is a quick and easy project and makes a great little gift basket or seasonal home décor piece. The hat acts as a lid which can be lifted to reveal the surprises inside.

It’s a perfect size for small gift giving for grand kids, co-workers, friends, teachers and more.

Uses US Terminology/English Language
Skill Level: Easy/Advanced Beginner

Instructions include
Written Instructions
Photo Tutorial

Gauge: Gauge is not important for this project.

Materials:
White: 2 oz/56 g divided by 2
Hat Color : 1.5 oz/56 g divided by 2
Hat Brim: .5 oz divided by 2

Less than 10 yards of additional colors for eyes and nose.
Small amount of Poly-fill to stuff the nose.

Optional Alternative Supplies:
Animal Safety Nose, Small Buttons or Novelty Buttons, Embroidery Thread, Pompom, Felt, Hot Glue

Hook Size(s):
6 mm (J-10) & 5 mm (H-7)

Stitches Used:
chain
slip st
single crochet
single crochet 2 together
single crochet increase
half double crochet
front loop only
back loop only

Measurements:
Basket: 4 1/2” high x 13” around
With the hat the total height is 9”.

Notes: Bulky weight yarn can be substituted for 2 strands of worsted weight yarn held together. Some places will require 1 strand of worsted weight yarn.