Spin the records and take a trip back to the groovy era of the 1960s and 70s with “The Vintage Vinyl Lover Bear.” This charming amigurumi character captures the soulful nostalgia of analog music and retro fashion. With her impeccable style and passion for collecting classic albums, she is the perfect companion for anyone who loves the crackle of a needle on vinyl.

This beautiful bear features rich Chocolate Brown fur that gives her a warm and vintage feel. She is a true fashionista of her time, wearing a stunning Teal Shirt Dress with a smart collar and a defined brown waist belt. To keep warm while crate-digging at the record store, she layers a cropped Cream Cardigan over her dress. Her look is accessorized with a wide, teal polka-dot headband that holds back her ears, and she steps out in glossy brown loafers. She is prepared for a day of music hunting with her canvas Tote Bag embroidered with musical notes. She proudly displays her latest find: a classic black Vinyl Record with a bright red label. And waiting for her at home is her prized possession—a miniature golden Gramophone. This pattern is a delight for intermediate crocheters who appreciate retro aesthetics and detailed accessories.

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
• 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
• FO – Fasten Off

Materials Needed

• DK or Sport weight yarn in Chocolate Brown (Bear Body)
• DK weight yarn in Light Brown/Tan (Muzzle)
• DK weight yarn in Teal/Turquoise (Dress, Headband)
• DK weight yarn in Cream (Cardigan, Tote Bag)
• DK weight yarn in Dark Brown (Shoes, Belt, Gramophone Base)
• DK weight yarn in Black (Vinyl Record, Music Notes embroidery)
• DK weight yarn in Red (Record Label)
• DK weight yarn in Gold/Mustard (Gramophone Horn)
• White felt or white embroidery thread (Polka dots)
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for amigurumi parts)
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (for clothing)
• Pair of 10mm black safety eyes
• Dark brown embroidery thread (Nose/Mouth)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins
• Cardboard (for shoe soles and gramophone base)

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 bear stands approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall. The clothing is designed to be removable to allow for wardrobe changes.

Construction Overview

The bear is constructed in pieces. The legs are made first, starting with the loafers, and are joined to form the body. The head is round with a sewn-on lighter muzzle. The dress is worked from the neck down, creating a collar and a flared skirt. The cardigan is worked flat in rows with sleeves added. The headband is a simple strip with added details. The accessories—record, tote, and gramophone—are detailed miniatures.

Body Parts (Bear)

Head

Use Chocolate Brown 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 about 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 Light Brown/Tan yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24).
• Rnd 5–6: sc around (24).

FO. Sew to the face between the eyes. Stuff lightly. Embroider a nose and mouth.

Ears (Make 2)

Use Chocolate Brown yarn.

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

Flatten and sew to the top sides of the head.

Legs with Loafers (Make 2)

Start with Dark Brown (Shoes).

• 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 6, 4 dec, sc 6 (16).
• Rnd 7: sc 6, 2 dec, sc 6 (14).
• Change to Chocolate Brown (Fur).
• Rnd 8: (BLO) sc around (14).
• Rnd 9–22: sc around (14).

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 14 (leg 1), sc 4 in ch, sc 14 (leg 2), sc 4 in ch (36).
• Rnd 24: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42).
• Rnd 25–30: sc around (42).
• Rnd 31: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36).
• Rnd 32–34: sc around (36).
• Rnd 35: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30).
• Rnd 36–37: sc around (30).
• Rnd 38: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24).
• Rnd 39: sc around (24).
• Rnd 40: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO. Sew head to body.

Arms (Make 2)

Use Chocolate Brown yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3–15: sc around (12).

Stuff lightly. Flatten and sew to body.

The Retro Wardrobe

Teal Shirt Dress

Use Teal yarn and 3.0mm hook. Worked neck-down.

• Yoke: Ch 28. Join. sc around (28).
• Rnd 2: (inc) around (56).
• Rnd 3 (Armholes): sc 8, ch 6 (skip 12), sc 16, ch 6 (skip 12), sc 8.
• Rnd 4: sc around including chains (44).
• Rnd 5–9: sc around (44).
• Waist/Skirt:
• Rnd 10: Change to Dark Brown (Belt). sc around.
• Rnd 11: Change back to Teal. (3 sc, inc) around (55).
• Rnd 12: (4 sc, inc) around (66).
• Rnd 13–24: dc around (66). (Work until desired length).
• Rnd 25: sc around. FO.
• Collar: Join Teal yarn to the neck chain. Work 2 rows of hdc back and forth on the front half only to create a collar flap.

Cream Cropped Cardigan

Use Cream yarn. Worked flat in rows.

• Row 1: Ch 30. sc across (29).
• Row 2: (inc) across (58).
• Row 3: sc across.
• Row 4 (Armholes): sc 9, ch 8 (skip 10), sc 20, ch 8 (skip 10), sc 9.
• Row 5–8: hdc across. (Cropped length).
• Row 9: sc around the entire edge. FO.

Polka Dot Headband

Use Teal yarn.

• Row 1: Ch 55 (measure head). hdc in 3rd ch from hook and across.
• Row 2–4: hdc across. FO. Sew ends together.
• Dots: Use white yarn to embroider French knots randomly, or cut small circles of white felt and glue them on.

Vintage Accessories

Vinyl Record

Use Black and Red yarn.

• Start with Red (Label).
• Rnd 1: MR 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Change to Black.
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30).
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) around (36).
• Rnd 7: sl st around. FO.
• Embroider a small black dot in the very center for the spindle hole.

Mini Gramophone

• Box Base (Dark Brown): Ch 9, sc 8. Work 8 rows. Make 2 (top/bottom).
  Side strip: Ch 5, sc 4. Work length to go around square. Sew together and stuff with a cardboard cube inside.
• Horn (Gold):
  Rnd 1: MR 4 sc.
  Rnd 2: inc around (8).
  Rnd 3–5: sc around.
  Rnd 6: (1 sc, inc) around (12).
  Rnd 7: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
  Rnd 8: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
  Rnd 9: (3 sc, inc) around (30).
  Rnd 10: (4 sc, inc) around (36). (Bell shape). FO.
• Sew the horn to the top of the box. Use a black bead or small circle for the turntable platter on the box.

Music Note Tote Bag

Use Cream yarn.

• Row 1: Ch 13. sc 12.
• Row 2–20: sc across.
• Fold up to make a bag. Sew sides.
• Handle: Ch 30. Sew to top.
• Embroidery: Use thin black yarn to stitch a treble clef or music notes on the front.

Assembly

1. Dress the bear in the Teal Shirt Dress.
2. Layer the Cream Cardigan over the dress.
3. Place the Polka Dot Headband on her head.
4. Hang the Tote Bag on her shoulder.
5. Stitch the Vinyl Record to one hand.
6. Place the Mini Gramophone by her feet.

Your Vintage Vinyl Lover Bear is ready to spin some tunes! Keep it groovy.