Description

Bear Bath Mat – 1970s Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: 42″ long x 32″ wide

Novelty rugs like this one defined 1970s crochet, and the Polar Bear Bath Mat is a wonderfully whimsical example of the era’s playful animal patterns. Crocheted in worsted or bulky weight yarn, the bear-shaped body is worked flat and then transformed with latch-hook tufting for a plush, “furry” texture underfoot. Two-color contrast stripes accent the paws and ears, making this a fun worsted yarn project for crocheters who enjoy texture work and finishing details as much as the stitching itself.

Download Free PDF: BEAR BATH MAT

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Body worked flat in one piece from a foundation chain in double crochet, then divided and shaped into four legs; head worked separately in two sections (top and underside), fabric-lined, and stuffed, plus rounds-worked ears; finished with latch-hook tufting across the body for a furry texture and vertical tufted rows on the paws.
Finished Measurements: 42″ long x 32″ wide at the widest point.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms, worked in rows and rounds (no charts).
Stitches: Chain, double crochet, double crochet decrease, single crochet, single crochet increase.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream – 44 x 125 yrd balls in main color,  1 ball in contrast color.
Substitute Yarn: Modern bulky/rug weight yarn such as Deramores Studio Chunky or Sirdar Stories Chunky.
Crochet Hook Size: US E  (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Latch hook, ½ yard of 36″ wide cotton fabric (for head lining), stuffing.
Gauge: 9 dc and 10 rows = 4″ over pattern.

This is a digitally restored PDF crochet pattern
Simply click the download link above to receive an instant, easy-to-read PDF. The pattern is clearly written with complete instructions and measurements, ready to print.