Materials Needed & Measurement:
- Yarn: Lightweight or medium-weight (Yellow, Black, and optionally White for wings)
- Hook: 2.00 mm crochet hook
- Accessories:
- Fiberfill for stuffing
- Safety eyes (4mm for bumblebee, 6mm for queen bee) or embroidered options
- Felt (white for wings, optional)
- Glue gun
- Yarn needle
- Pink sharpie for cheeks
Abbreviations:
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- FO: Fasten Off
Techniques Highlighted
- Magic Circle Start: Provides a neat base for round amigurumi.
- Seamless Color Change: Transition between black and yellow without harsh lines.
- Antennae Crafting:
- For bumblebees: Use knotted yarn.
- For queen bees: Folded chain stitches secured with a yarn needle.
- Wing Options:
- Cut from felt for a quick, whimsical look.
- Crochet for a fully handmade approach (6 sc in a Magic Ring).
Finished Dimensions
- Bumblebee: 1.5” (length) x 3” (circumference)
- Queen Bee: 2.75” (length) x 5.25” (circumference)
Special Notes
- Safety Eyes: Ensure secure attachment for young children or opt for embroidered alternatives.
- Wings: Choose between felt and crocheted versions based on durability needs.
- Customizable Additions: Create pencil toppers by attaching felt tubes, making them functional and cute.
Stitching Instructions for Bumble & Queen Bee Pattern:
Bumblebee Body:
- Using yellow yarn, start with the Magic Ring.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc in each stitch. (12)
- Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
- Round 4-6: sc around. (18)
- Switch to black yarn for stripe.
- Round 7: sc around. (18)
- Round 8: dec x 6, sc 6. (12)
- Round 9: dec x 6. (6)
- Stuff with fiberfill before closing. 8. FO and weave the end.
Queen Bee Body:
- Using yellow yarn, start with the Magic Ring.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc in each stitch. (12)
- Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
- Round 5-6: sc around. (24)
- Switch to black yarn for stripe.
- Round 7-8: sc around. (24)
- Round 9: dec x 6, sc 12. (18)
- Round 10: dec x 6, sc 6. (12)
- Round 11: dec x 6. (6)
- Stuff with fiberfill before closing. 10. FO and weave the end.
Wings
- Option 1: Felt Wings
- Cut wing shapes from white felt and attach to the body using a glue gun or yarn needle.
- Option 2: Crocheted Wings Using white yarn, start with the Magic Ring.
- 6 sc in MR. (6)
- sl st to the first stitch. FO.
- Make two wings for each bee and sew onto the back of the body.
Antennae
- For Bumblebee:
- Cut two small pieces of black yarn, knot at one end, and attach to the top of the head.
- For Queen Bee:
- Using black yarn, chain 6. Fold the chain and secure the ends to the head using a yarn needle.
Assembly & Final Touches
- Attach safety eyes (4 mm for Bumblebee, 6 mm for Queen Bee) or embroider them using black yarn.
- Add blush cheeks with a pink sharpie.
- Secure the wings to the back of the body.
- Embroider or attach a small smile beneath the eyes.
Customization Ideas
- Pencil Topper: Create a felt tube and attach it to the bottom.
- Keychain: Sew a loop at the top and attach a keyring.
Enjoy creating your adorable Bumble & Queen Bee amigurumi!
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