Knitted Wilfred the Teddy Bear

Knitted Wilfred the Teddy Bear is an absolute delight to have around! With his soft, fuzzy yarn coat and endearing button eyes, he brings a sense of warmth and comfort wherever he goes. Created with love and skillful craftsmanship, this adorable bear is perfect for cuddling up with on chilly nights or placing on a shelf to add a touch of charm to any room. Whether as a gift for a loved one or a treat for yourself, Knitted Wilfred is sure to become a treasured companion, ready to accompany you on all of life's adventures with his friendly and welcoming demeanor.

Wilfred - Teddy Bear

I used DK yarn and 3.5mm needles. He measures around 8"

The Front

Begin with the Trousers

Leg 1 ~

Cast on 9sts and work 16 rows in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row)

Break off yarn, leave stitches on the needle

Leg 2 ~

Cast on 9sts and work 16 rows in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row)

Top of the Trousers ~

Knit across leg 2, then leg 1 (18sts)

Work 9 more rows in stocking stitch, starting with a purl row

Sweater ~

Continue in a second colour

K2tog, knit to last 2sts, k2tog (16sts)

Knit 10 rows

Arms ~

Knit across the next row, then cast on 12sts (28sts)

Knit across the next row, then cast on 12sts (40sts)

Knit 9 rows

Cast off 15sts, knit to end of row (25sts)

Cast off 15sts, knit to end of row (10sts)

Head ~

Continue in a face colour

Knit 1 row

Purl 1 row

S1, kfb, knit to last 3sts, kfb, k2

Purl 1 row

Repeat the last 2 rows 4 times more (20sts)

Work 6 rows in stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row)

Cast off

Make another piece the same for The Back

Sew together the Front and the Back around the Trousers and Sweater

Stuff the body with polyester toy filling

Join the top of the head

Make the Ears ~

Using a length of the yarn used for the head, create ears by sewing a line across the top of the head at each side.

Add features to the face

Sew together the head, leaving a gap to add the filling to the head

Stuff the head with polyester toy filling

Sew the gap closed.

Add a crochet chain scarf if desired