This exquisite Polar Bear features pristine white fur and a gentle, refined expression. She is dressed in a stunning Victorian-style gown in a deep, rich Burgundy. The dress is characterized by its high-necked lace collar and romantic puffy sleeves. Over her dress, she drapes a delicate black lace capelet that adds an air of mystery and vintage charm. She wears sturdy, lace-up ankle boots in brown—stylish yet practical for walking to the antique market.

Her most prized accessory is a vintage-style “Tapestry” handbag embroidered with floral motifs. Peek inside, and you will see her treasure: a microscopic “Tiny Doll” bear dressed just like her. Sitting faithfully by her side is her companion, a small white shorthair cat wearing a dapper black bow tie. This pattern is an advanced project perfect for those who love detailed wardrobe construction.

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

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring
• ch – Chain
• sc – Single Crochet
• hdc – Half Double Crochet
• dc – Double Crochet
• tr – Treble Crochet
• sl st – Slip Stitch
• inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – Stitch(es)
• rnd – Round
• row – Row
• BLO – Back Loop Only
• FLO – Front Loop Only
• Picot – Ch 3, sl st in first ch.
• V-st – (dc, ch 1, dc) in same st.
• FO – Fasten Off

Materials Needed

• DK or Sport weight yarn in White (Bear, Mini Doll, Cat)
• DK weight yarn in Burgundy/Deep Red (Dress, Bows)
• DK weight yarn in Black (Capelet, Cat’s Bow, Eyes)
• DK weight yarn in Medium Brown (Boots)
• Fine weight yarn or embroidery floss in various colors (for the Tapestry Bag floral details)
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for the main bear and cat)
• 1.5 mm crochet hook (for the Mini Doll)
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (for the dress and cape)
• Pair of 10mm safety eyes (Bear)
• Pair of 6mm safety eyes (Cat)
• Black beads or embroidery thread for Mini Doll eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins
• Cardboard or plastic canvas (for boot soles)

Gauge & Finished Size

Work tightly in continuous spiral rounds for the bear body so the stuffing does not show. Using DK yarn and a 2.5mm hook, the finished main bear stands approximately 28–30 cm (11–12 inches) tall. The clothing is designed to be removable, except for the boots which are best sewn on for stability.

Construction Overview

The project consists of several distinct components. The main Polar Bear is constructed from the legs up. The Victorian dress is a detailed garment featuring puffy sleeves and a full skirt. The black capelet is worked in a lace pattern. The boots are shaped to look like leather ankle boots with laces. The Tapestry Bag is crocheted in a solid color and then embroidered to mimic needlepoint fabric. The Mini Bear is a micro-crochet project, and the Cat is a separate seated amigurumi.

Part 1: The Polar Bear

Head

Use White yarn and 2.5mm hook.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat around (36)
• Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat around (54)
• Rnd 10–22: sc around (54) (13 rounds).
• Rnd 23: (7 sc, dec) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 24: (6 sc, dec) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 25: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 16 and 17, spaced 10 stitches apart.

• Rnd 26: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 27: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 28: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Muzzle

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
• Rnd 4–5: sc around (18).

FO. Sew to the face slightly below the eyes. Stuff lightly. Embroider a black triangular nose and mouth.

Ears (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3–5: sc around (12).

Flatten and sew to the top of the head.

Legs (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
• Rnd 4–6: sc around (18)
• Rnd 7: (4 sc, dec) repeat 3 times (15)
• Rnd 8–22: sc around (15)

Stuff firmly. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg.

Body

Join legs: From second leg, ch 4, join to first leg with sc.

• Rnd 23: sc 15 (leg 1), sc 4 in ch, sc 15 (leg 2), sc 4 in ch (38)
• Rnd 24: (inc, 18 sc) repeat twice (40)
• Rnd 25–31: sc around (40)
• Rnd 32: (8 sc, dec) repeat around (36)
• Rnd 33–35: sc around (36)
• Rnd 36: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 37–39: sc around (30)
• Rnd 40: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 41: sc around (24)
• Rnd 42: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18)

Stuff firmly. FO. Sew head to body.

Arms (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3–17: sc around (12)

Stuff lightly. Flatten and sew to body.

Part 2: The Victorian Wardrobe

Burgundy Victorian Dress

Use Burgundy yarn and 3.0mm hook. Worked waist-down.

• Waist: Ch 38. Join. sc around (38).
• Rnd 2: (BLO) (1 sc, inc) repeat around (57).
• Skirt:
• Rnd 3–15: dc around (57). (Work until ankle length).
• Rnd 16: (3 dc in one st, sc in next) around for a ruffled hem. FO.
• Bodice: Join yarn to the waist chain.
• Rnd 1: sc around (38).
• Rnd 2–6: sc around.
• Rnd 7 (Armholes): sc 6, ch 6, skip 6, sc 14, ch 6, skip 6, sc 6.
• Rnd 8: sc around (38).
• Rnd 9 (High Neck): (sc, ch 1, skip 1) around.
• Rnd 10 (Lace Collar): Change to White yarn. Work (sc, ch 3, sc) in each ch-space around. FO.
• Puffy Sleeves: Join Burgundy to armhole.
  Rnd 1: (inc) around (12 becomes 24).
  Rnd 2–4: sc around (24).
  Rnd 5: (dec) around (12).
  Rnd 6: sc around. FO.

Black Lace Capelet

Use Black yarn and 3.0mm hook.

• Row 1: Ch 30. sc across.
• Row 2: Ch 4 (counts as tr), *skip 1, V-st (dc, ch 1, dc) in next, skip 1* repeat across.
• Row 3: Ch 3, turn. *Shell (5 dc) in ch-1 space of V-st* repeat across.
• Row 4: sc loosely in each stitch across the top to finish neck. Add chain ties at the front.

Ankle Boots (Make 2)

Use Medium Brown yarn.

• Rnd 1: Ch 7. Oval start: sc 5, 3 sc in last, sc 4, inc (14).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc (20).
• Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (20).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around.
• Rnd 6: sc 7, 3 dec, sc 7 (17).
• Rnd 7: sc 7, dec, sc 8 (16).
• Rnd 8–9: sc around (16). (Ankle shaft).
• FO. Embroider “laces” on the front using lighter brown or black thread in a criss-cross pattern.

Head Bow

Use Burgundy yarn. In MR: (ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, sl st) x 2. Tighten ring. Wrap yarn around center. Sew to head.

Part 3: Accessories & Companions

Tapestry Bag

Use a beige or tan yarn as base.

• Row 1: Ch 12. sc 11.
• Row 2–18: sc across. (Rectangle).
• Fold in half to make a pouch. Sew sides.
• Embroidery: Use embroidery floss (pink, green, blue) to stitch small roses and leaves all over the bag to mimic a vintage floral tapestry fabric.
• Handle: Ch 30. Sew to top edges.

Tiny Doll Bear

Use White yarn and 1.5mm hook (or pull tight with larger yarn).

• Head/Body: MR 5, inc to 10. sc 2 rnds. dec to 5 (neck). inc to 10. sc 2 rnds. dec to 5. Close.
• Limbs: Tiny chains of 3, sc back. Sew on.
• Dress: Use Burgundy thread. Wrap around body and stitch a tiny skirt ruffle.
• Place the tiny doll inside the Tapestry Bag with its head peeking out.

White Shorthair Cat

Use White yarn.

• Body: MR 6, inc to 12. sc 3 rounds. dec to 6. Stuff. Close.
• Head: MR 6, inc to 12. sc 3 rounds. dec to 6. Sew to top of body.
• Ears: Ch 2, sc in 2nd ch. Sew to head.
• Tail: Ch 6. Sew to back.
• Legs (Front): Ch 4, sc back. Sew to front of body so cat appears sitting.
• Bow Tie: Use Black yarn. Ch 2, in 1st ch: (ch 2, sl st, ch 2, sl st). Sew to neck.

Assembly

1. Dress the Polar Bear in the Burgundy Dress.
2. Put on the Ankle Boots.
3. Drape the Black Lace Capelet over her shoulders.
4. Sew the Burgundy Bow near her ear.
5. Hang the Tapestry Bag on her arm.
6. Ensure the Tiny Doll is securely tucked in the bag.
7. Place the White Cat seated next to her.

Your Doll Collector Bear is ready to hunt for antiques! Enjoy this nostalgic project.