Intro: Meet the Library Honey Bear—a scholarly teddy in a golden cardigan with wood-button details, a mustard bucket hat, a pleated plaid skirt, and brown sandal shoes. Accessories: a honey-jar backpack with lid, a library card, a mini reading-log book, a leaf bookmark, and a tiny highlight marker.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec – invisible decrease (sc 2 sts together in front loops)
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• pm – place marker
• rep – repeat
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• FO – fasten off

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Materials

• Yarn (DK/light-3):
  1. Body & ears outer: warm brown (A)
  2. Muzzle/inner face: cream (B)
  3. Cardigan & hat: honey/mustard (C)
  4. Skirt base: amber (D) with plaid lines: dark brown (E) + gold (F) + olive (G)
  5. Shoes & backpack straps: deep brown (H)
  6. Honey jar body: wheat (I); lid label stripe: honey (C); lettering: dark brown (E)
  7. Paper props (book, card): cream (B) + edges in H
  8. Highlighter: yellow (C) + tip brown (H) + cap band gold (F)
  9. Glasses (frame): tan (J) or metallic embroidery floss; optional thin craft wire
• Hooks: 2.5 mm for doll; 3.0 mm for clothing/accessories
• 8 mm safety eyes (or embroider), tapestry needle, fiberfill, stitch markers, small buttons x3 (wood look) for cardigan
• Optional: thin wire for glasses rings (fully wrapped by yarn), tiny Velcro dot for backpack lid

Finished size: ~8.5–9 in (22–23 cm) to hat crown when worn.
Gauge: with 2.5 mm, sc spiral ≈ 24–25 sts × 26 rows = 4″ × 4″ (10 × 10 cm). Keep fabric firm.

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Construction Overview

Head, muzzle, ears, body, arms, and legs are worked separately in spirals and sewn. Legs join at hips. Clothes are removable: bucket hat, cardigan, pleated plaid skirt, and sandal shoes. Accessories are fully crocheted: honey-jar backpack (with lid and straps), glasses, library card, reading-log book, leaf bookmark, and highlight marker.

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Head (A, 2.5 mm)

Work in spirals; pm in first st of each round.

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
   8–13) sc around (42)
8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
   —Insert safety eyes between R10–11, 7 sts apart.
10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18) — Stuff firmly, build cheeks.
12. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
13. dec x6 (6). FO, close.

Muzzle (B)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
   4–5) sc (12). FO with long tail.
   Sew centered below eyes with bottom touching Head R12. Embroider oval nose + a tiny vertical line and smile using E.

Ears ×2 (A outer; B inner)

Outer: MR 6; (sc, inc) x3 (9); (2 sc, inc) x3 (12); (3 sc, inc) x3 (15); R5–6 sc (15). FO.
Inner: Repeat to R5 only (12).
Sew inner onto outer. Flatten; no stuffing. Attach from Head R5–7, slightly forward-tilted.

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Body (A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
   6–9) sc (30)
6. (9 sc, inc) x3 (33)
   11–12) sc (33)
7. (10 sc, inc) x3 (36)
   14–15) sc (36)
8. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
9. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24) — Stuff
10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18). Leave long tail to join head after dressing.

Arms ×2 (A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
   3–4) sc (12)
3. (4 sc, dec) x2 (10)
   6–12) sc (10) — lightly stuff, leave last 1–2 cm soft
4. Flatten; sc through both layers across 5 sts. FO with long tail.

Legs & Feet ×2 (A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. sc (18)
5. (4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
   6–8) sc (15)
6. (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
   10–13) sc (12) — Stuff firmly. FO first leg only.
   Second leg through R13 do not FO.
   Join: ch 3; sc around first leg (12), along ch (3), around second leg (12), back along ch (3) = 30.
   Next 2 rnds: sc (30). FO. Close gap at join neatly.

Tail (A)

MR 5 sc; work 10–12 rnds sc; FO. Sew to center back around Body R8–9.

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Face Finishing

Sew muzzle, embroider nose/mouth. Add one tiny white stitch highlight on each eye if desired. Light blush at cheeks (optional).

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Bucket Hat (C, 3.0 mm)

Worked in joined rnds.

1. MR 6 hdc, join (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (hdc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 hdc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 hdc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 hdc, inc) x6 (36) — crown
   7–8) hdc around (36)
7. Brim start (BLO): (2 hdc, inc) x12 (48)
8. (3 hdc, inc) x12 (60)
9. hdc around (60). Sl st; FO. Hat sits low over ears with a soft brim.

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Honey-Gold Cardigan (C, 3.0 mm)

Top-down, worked flat; small back-neck and front opening, three buttons.

Back & Fronts in one piece

1. ch 36; hdc in 2nd ch and across (35).
2. ch 1, turn; hdc 5, inc, pm; hdc 7, inc, pm; hdc 9, inc, pm; hdc 8 (38).
3. ch 1; hdc to marker, inc, move marker across all markers (41).
4. Repeat inc row (44).
5. Split sleeves: hdc 7, ch 4, skip 9 (sleeve), hdc 12, ch 4, skip 9, hdc 7 (34).
   6–12) hdc rows evenly (34).
   Hem: switch to sc; work 1 row sc; FO.

Sleeves (worked in the round at armholes):
Join C at underarm; R1 sc 18 evenly; R2–4 hdc around; R5 sc around; FO.
Button band & Collar:

• With C, sc up right front edge (make 3 buttonholes as ch 2, sk 2 spaced evenly), across neckline with hdc for a subtle rolled look, then sc down left front. Sew three small wood-style buttons opposite to match photo.

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Pleated Plaid Skirt (D base; stripes E/F/G, 3.0 mm)

Skirt sits at natural waist and ends above sandals; gentle flare with surface plaid.

1. With D, ch 66; join to ring (avoid twist). (66)
2. sc around (66)
3. (10 sc, inc) x6 (72)
   4–8) sc (72)
4. Hem scallops in B or D: (skip 1, 5 dc in next, skip 1, sc in next) rep around; sl st; FO.
   Plaid lines:

• With E (dark brown), surface-sl st vertical columns every 6 sts.
• With F and G, add thinner vertical lines in between, and 2–3 horizontal rings at rows 4 & 6, emulating muted tartan. Keep floats tidy inside.

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Sandal Shoes ×2 (H sole, A insole, B upper, 3.0 mm)

Soles (H) ×2:

1. MR 6 sc; inc to 12; (sc, inc) to 18; (2 sc, inc) to 24; sl st; FO.
   Insoles (A) ×2: same as sole to 24; leave.
   Whipstitch insole to sole for sturdiness.

Uppers (B):

1. Join at heel into the sole edge; sc around (24).
2. sc (24).
3. Toe: sc 7, dec x5, sc 7 (19).
4. sc 6, dec x3, sc 7 (16).
5. sc around (16).
   Sandal strap: from outer side, ch 12; sl st to inner side; sc back along chain for thickness; FO.
   Edge the outsole with H sl st to create the dark rim.

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Honey-Jar Backpack (I body; C stripe; E lettering; H straps, 3.0 mm)

Jar Body (I):

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. BLO sc (24) — wall fold
   6–10) sc (24)
6. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
   12–14) sc (30)
   Top rim: switch to C, sc around (30). FO.

Lid (I with C knob):

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. sc (24)
   Lip: BLO sc (24); FO.
   Knob: with C, MR 6 sc; FO; sew to lid center.
   Attach a tiny Velcro dot or thread loop so lid can close.

“HONEY” Lettering:

• With E, surface-embroider block letters centered.
  Backpack Straps (H):
• ch 26 each; sl st back; sew both straps to jar top rim and lower back of jar to wear over both shoulders.
  Optional side loop for a leaf charm.

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Glasses (J or floss; optional wire core)

Rings ×2: ch 18; sl st to first ch to form a ring; sc around 18 sts; FO.
Bridge: ch 6; attach to the inner top of both rings.
Lightly steam to set shape. If using wire, form two 18-mm rings, wrap with J, then oversew sc; add a short ch-cord to sit behind ears. Place on bear’s face after assembly.

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Mini Props

Library Card (B with H border, 3.0 mm)

• Card: ch 10; sc 4 rows (approx 9 × 6 little sts). Edge with H sl st to frame. Embroider “LIBRARY CARD” in E across top; add two tiny corner punch dots.

Reading-Log Book (B pages, H cover)

Cover: ch 18; sc 2 rows; FO.
Pages: make two rectangles slightly smaller; stack and stitch down the spine to cover. Embroider “READING LOG” in E on right page; draw columns with straight stitches. Fold to book; whipstitch three side edges.

Leaf Bookmark (G)

MR 6; (sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc) around; pinch base; add a ch 20 tail.

Highlighter Marker (C body, H tip, F band)

Body: ch 7; join; sc 5 rnds (tube).
Tip: with H, MR 5; sc 1 rnd; sew to tube end into a bullet tip shape.
Band/Cap line: wrap F once and knot invisibly.

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Assembly Order

1. Dress bear in skirt.
2. Put on cardigan; sew three buttons to match buttonholes.
3. Sew head to body using the body tail; add extra stuffing to neck as you close.
4. Attach arms at Body Rnds 14–15, angled slightly forward (right paw holds marker, left holds card).
5. Sew tail at Body R8–9.
6. Put on shoes.
7. Place hat; a hidden tack behind one ear keeps it steady if gifting.
8. Fit glasses on face, bridge centered over nose.
9. Slip backpack on and tighten strap placement so jar sits mid-back.
10. Pose with library card in left hand; highlighter in right; set reading log and leaf bookmark on the table.

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Fit Notes & Adjustments

• Standing balance: add a coin/washer under each insole before sewing the upper, cover with felt.
• Hat too loose: reduce one increase round or add a round of sc through the inside crown as a tightening band.
• Skirt length: remove or add one sc round before the hem to fine-tune above-knee length exactly as pictured.
• Glasses alignment: if rings slide, add a tiny transparent elastic behind the head under the hat brim.

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Care & Safety

For small children, embroider eyes and secure all small props (glasses, marker, card) permanently, or omit. Hand wash gently, reshape, dry flat. Avoid heat sources and rough play.

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Quick Build Checklist

1. Head, muzzle, ears, body, arms, legs, tail → stuff and close.
2. Cardigan, skirt, hat, shoes → dress the bear.
3. Honey-jar backpack with lid & straps → put on.
4. Glasses, library card, reading log, leaf bookmark, highlighter → stage.
5. Final tweaks: cheek blush, button alignment, plaid lines lying flat.

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Recap

Your Library Honey Bear matches the cozy scene: mustard bucket hat, golden cardigan with three wooden buttons, warm plaid skirt, brown sandals, round glasses, and a honey-jar backpack—plus the perfect book-lover props. Enjoy photographing this sweet scholar on a honey-toned wooden table in soft daylight!