{"id":3267,"date":"2025-06-26T05:07:03","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T05:07:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/diycrochets.com\/?p=3267"},"modified":"2025-06-26T05:07:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T05:07:04","slug":"tea-time-with-a-cute-twist-how-to-crochet-a-bear-tea-coaster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/?p=3267","title":{"rendered":"Tea Time with a Cute Twist: How to Crochet a Bear Tea Coaster"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Crocheting a <strong>bear tea coaster<\/strong> is a fun and simple way to add cuteness to your kitchen or coffee table. With just basic stitches and a small amount of yarn, you can create a charming bear face that works as a coaster or a decorative accent. It\u2019s a great project for beginners looking to expand their skills while making something practical and sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bear-tea-coaster.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bear-tea-coaster.jpg 900w, https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bear-tea-coaster-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bear-tea-coaster-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">xr:d:DAFiomk2XCI:2,j:46960317867,t:23051118<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Gather Materials and Understand the Basic Shape<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83e\uddf6 Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Worsted weight cotton yarn (in brown, beige, or any \u201cbear\u201d color)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4.0 mm or 4.5 mm crochet hook (for a firm fabric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yarn needle and scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stitch marker (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Black yarn or embroidery thread for the face<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"http:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2024-10-16T133711.653-768x512-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2024-10-16T133711.653-768x512-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Diseno-sin-titulo-2024-10-16T133711.653-768x512-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udd24 Stitches Used (US terms):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ch<\/strong> \u2013 chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>sl st<\/strong> \u2013 slip stitch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>sc<\/strong> \u2013 single crochet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>inc<\/strong> \u2013 increase (2 sc in one stitch)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Tip:<\/em> Cotton yarn is best for coasters \u2014 it\u2019s absorbent and heat resistant.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Crochet the Bear Face and Ears<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf8 <strong>Bear Face (Circle)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start with a magic ring<\/strong>, ch 1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 1:<\/strong> 6 sc in magic ring. (6)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2:<\/strong> 2 sc in each stitch around. (12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3:<\/strong> <em>Sc in next st, 2 sc in next<\/em> repeat around. (18)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4:<\/strong> <em>Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next<\/em> repeat around. (24)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5:<\/strong> <em>Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next<\/em> repeat around. (30)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue increasing this way (every round adds 6 sts) until your circle measures about 4\u20134.5&#8243; wide. Fasten off and weave in ends.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc3e <strong>Bear Ears (Make 2)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Magic ring, ch 1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>6 sc into ring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next round: 2 sc in each stitch around (12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew to the top of the head.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Position the ears evenly on the top of the coaster circle and sew them securely with yarn or a yarn needle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Add the Bear\u2019s Face (Embroider or Crochet)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use black yarn or embroidery thread to make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eyes:<\/strong> Small vertical stitches (or tiny safety eyes if preferred)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nose &amp; Mouth:<\/strong> An upside-down triangle or oval for the nose, and a short line going down for the mouth \u2014 like a soft &#8220;T&#8221; shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Optional: You can also <strong>crochet a small oval<\/strong> for the muzzle using white or beige yarn, then sew it on before adding the nose.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Optional Muzzle (in beige):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ch 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate and work on other side: sc in next, 2 sc in last. (8 sts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sl st to join, fasten off, and sew onto the center of the bear&#8217;s face.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"956\" src=\"http:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-683x1024-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3270\" style=\"width:735px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-683x1024-1.jpg 682w, https:\/\/diycrochets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-683x1024-1-214x300.jpg 214w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Crocheting a bear tea coaster is a quick and satisfying project that brings charm and functionality to your space. With just a few rounds of simple stitches and some creative finishing touches, you can craft a cozy little bear face that\u2019s sure to bring smiles every time you enjoy a cup of tea. It\u2019s a perfect stash-busting project and a great handmade gift!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Images and patterns courtesy of\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@mongleinae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\ubabd\uae00\uc774\ub124\ucf54\ubc14\ub298 Mongleinae Crochet<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\udc3b\ucf54\ubc14\ub298 \uacf0\ub3cc\uc774 \ud2f0\ucf54\uc2a4\ud130\ud83d\udc3b \uc545\uc138\uc0ac\ub9ac \ud2b8\ub808\uc774 \u2764 crochet bear tea coaster\" width=\"735\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iVtax3FGeo4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crocheting a bear tea coaster is a fun and simple way to add cuteness to your kitchen or coffee table. 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