There is something so sweet about a tiny crochet project that looks like it came straight from a cozy autumn breakfast table. This Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern combines three adorable ideas in one small design: a soft slice of toast, a cute bear face, and a little pumpkin decoration on top.
The result is a tiny fall amigurumi that works beautifully as a keychain, bag charm, desk decoration, market gift, or handmade seasonal surprise. If you enjoyed cute mini animal projects like the Mini Butter Bear Crochet Pattern or small charm-style makes like the Mini Bear Crochet Keychain Pattern, this little pumpkin toast bear will fit perfectly into your collection.
This pattern is written in US crochet terms and is suitable for confident beginners to intermediate crocheters.
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About This Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern
This mini toast bear is made with a cream-colored face, a golden brown crust, two small bear ears, a tiny embroidered snout, and a flat pumpkin topper shaped with yarn wraps.
The front piece is crocheted first, then the crust is worked around the face. The back piece is made separately and sewn to the front with light stuffing inside. This gives the toast a soft, slightly rounded but still flat shape.
The pumpkin is made from a small BLO rectangle, then shaped into a mini pumpkin. If you love fall crochet pieces, you may also enjoy this free crochet pumpkin pattern for a larger seasonal project.
Finished Size
The finished mini bear toast is approximately:
6 cm × 5 cm × 8 cm
Your final size may change depending on your yarn, hook size, and tension.
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate
This pattern uses basic stitches, simple shaping, small sewn pieces, and embroidery details. You will also use half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet to shape the toast top. If you need a refresher, you can review the guides for half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet before starting.
For standard crochet abbreviations, the Craft Yarn Council crochet abbreviations guide is also a useful reference.
Materials
- 4-ply milk cotton yarn or similar cotton yarn
- Cream / milk white yarn for the toast face
- Golden brown yarn for the toast crust and ears
- Orange yarn for the pumpkin
- Grass green yarn for the pumpkin stem
- Small amount of dark brown yarn or embroidery thread for the nose and mouth
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- 4 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Optional: keychain ring or bag charm hardware
Abbreviations
This pattern is written in US terms.
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase, 2 sc in the same stitch
- dec = decrease
- hdc = half double crochet
- hdc inc = 2 hdc in the same stitch
- hdc dec = half double crochet decrease
- dc = double crochet
- dc inc = 2 dc in the same stitch
- tr = treble crochet
- tr inc = 2 tr in the same stitch
- BLO = back loop only
- FO = fasten off
If you are still new to shaping amigurumi, this guide on invisible decrease crochet can help you keep your stitches neat and smooth.
Pattern Notes
Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Stuff the toast lightly so it keeps a soft, rounded shape without becoming too bulky.
The face is made first in cream yarn, then the golden brown crust is worked around it.
The back piece is crocheted separately and sewn to the front piece.
The pumpkin is crocheted flat, then shaped into a small pumpkin with yarn wraps.
For a cute collection idea, you can display this toast bear beside other tiny food-inspired crochet pieces like the Loaf Cat Crochet Pattern or the Avocado Crochet Keychain Pattern.
Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern
Start with cream/milk white yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
- Rnd 2: inc ×6. [12]
- Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6. [18]
- Rnd 4: (sc, inc, sc) ×6. [24]
- Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6. [30]
- Rnd 6: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) ×6. [36]
- Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6. [42]
- Rnd 8: 2 sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr inc, tr, dc, hdc, 3 sc, 2 hdc, (6 dc, dc inc) ×2, 2 hdc, 3 sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr inc, tr, dc, hdc, 2 sc. [46]
Change to golden brown yarn.
- Rnd 9: 46 hdc. [46]
- Rnd 10: hdc dec, 43 hdc, hdc inc. [46]
- Rnds 11–16: Repeat Rnds 9 and 10 three more times. [46]
FO and hide the yarn tail.
Bear Ears ×2
Use golden brown yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
- Rnd 2: inc ×6. [12]
- Rnds 3–4: 12 sc around. [12]
Stuff lightly.
- Rnd 5: dec ×6. [6]
FO, pull the opening closed, and leave a long tail for sewing.
Bear Snout
Use cream / milk white yarn.
- Rnd 1: 8 sc in MR. [8]
- Pull the ring tight. Sl st to close if needed, then FO.
Using dark brown embroidery thread, embroider a tiny nose in the center of the snout. Add a small mouth under the nose.
You may sew the snout to the bear face or attach it carefully with fabric glue.
Face Details
- Attach the safety eyes to the cream toast face before sewing the back piece.
- Place the eyes between Rounds 3 and 4.
- Leave about 5 stitches between the eyes.
- Place the snout around Rounds 1 and 2, centered between the eyes.
- Sew the ears symmetrically near the top crust, around Round 9.
- Leave about 12 stitches between the ears.
- Use dark brown thread to embroider any extra face details, such as a tiny mouth or soft cheek expression.
For another sweet animal-with-accessory idea, the Mini Bunny with Carrot Bag Crochet Pattern is a nice project to pair with this fall bear toast.
Bear Toast Back
- Use golden brown yarn.
- Crochet the back piece using the same shape as the front toast base.
- Follow the Mini Bear Toast Front and Side instructions from Rnd 1 to Rnd 16.
- For a slightly thicker toast, you may add two extra rounds.
- Optional Rnd 17: 46 hdc. [46]
- Optional Rnd 18: hdc dec, 43 hdc, hdc inc. [46]
- FO and leave a long tail for sewing.
Joining the Front and Back
- Place the back piece behind the front piece with the wrong sides facing each other.
- Use stitch markers to hold the pieces in place. Sew the front and back together with golden brown yarn, matching the stitches evenly around the edge.
- When the toast is about halfway sewn closed, add a small amount of fiberfill. Do not overstuff. The toast should stay soft and slightly flat like a mini slice of bread.
- Finish sewing closed and hide the yarn tail.
Pumpkin
Use orange yarn.
- Row 1: Ch 11. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work 9 hdc. Turn. [9]
- Rows 2–10: BLO 9 hdc. Turn after each row. [9]
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing and shaping.
Shaping the Pumpkin
- Fold the rectangle so Row 1 and Row 10 meet.
- Sew the two short edges together to form a small tube.
- Thread the yarn tail around one open edge and pull tightly to close. Secure with a knot.
- Add a small amount of stuffing inside the pumpkin.
- Thread the yarn around the second opening and pull tightly to close.
- To create the pumpkin shape, pass the yarn through the center of the pumpkin and around the outside about 5 times, pulling gently each time to form pumpkin grooves.
- Secure the yarn and hide the tail.
Pumpkin Stem
Use grass green yarn.
- Ch 4.
- Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, work:
- 3 sc.
- FO and leave a tail for sewing.
- Sew the stem to the center top of the pumpkin.
Final Assembly
- Sew the pumpkin onto the top of the bear toast, centered between the two ears.
- Check that the ears, face, and pumpkin are all positioned neatly before securing everything tightly.
- Shape the toast gently with your hands so the front looks rounded and the side crust stays even.
If you want this project to become a bag charm or keychain, sew the keychain ring firmly to the top center behind the pumpkin. You can also use the same finishing idea for other small animal makes, such as the Round Cockatiel Applique Crochet Pattern if you like turning tiny crochet pieces into accessories.
Finishing Tips
- For a cleaner, handmade finish, hide all yarn tails inside the toast body.
- Use small, tight stitches when attaching the ears and pumpkin so they stay secure.
- Do not overstuff the toast. A little fiberfill is enough to give it shape while keeping it flat and soft.
- If your pumpkin looks too round, gently press it between your fingers and pull the groove wraps a little tighter.
- If your toast edges curl, shape the piece with your hands after stuffing and sewing.
- For a softer kawaii look, add tiny blush marks under the eyes using pink yarn, felt, or pastel powder.
Your Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern is now complete.
Customization Ideas
- You can easily personalize this mini bear pumpkin toast with small changes.
- Use a darker brown yarn for a toasted bread effect.
- Make the pumpkin in mustard, rust, or soft pastel orange for a different fall look.
- Add a tiny bow between one ear and the pumpkin.
- Turn it into a magnet by sewing a small magnet securely inside the back before closing.
- Make a full autumn charm set with this pumpkin toast, a tiny pumpkin, and a mini leaf.
For more cute animal inspiration, you can also try the Zodiac Cow Crochet Pattern or the Mini Cow Amigurumi Pattern after finishing this project.
FAQ About the Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern
Is this Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes, this pattern is suitable for confident beginners. The main shape uses simple increases, half double crochet rounds, and basic sewing. The pumpkin shaping may need a little patience, but it is still easy to follow.
Can I make this bear toast bigger?
Yes. Use thicker yarn and a larger hook to make a bigger version. Keep in mind that the finished size, stuffing amount, and eye size will also change.
Can I use plush yarn for this pattern?
You can use plush yarn, but the tiny details may become larger and harder to control. Cotton or milk cotton yarn is easier for a clean mini keychain finish.
Can I make the pumpkin removable?
Yes. Instead of sewing the pumpkin permanently, you can attach it with a small snap button. This lets you remove or change the decoration.
Can I sell the finished crochet item?
Yes, you can sell the finished handmade item in small quantities. Please credit TopAmigurumi for the pattern when possible and do not resell or copy the written pattern as your own.
This Mini Bear Pumpkin Toast Crochet Pattern is a sweet little fall project that feels cozy, playful, and quick to make. The rounded toast shape gives it a soft handmade charm, while the pumpkin topper makes it perfect for autumn markets, Halloween baskets, Thanksgiving gifts, or seasonal keychains.
It is also a fun stash-busting project because you only need small amounts of cream, golden brown, orange, green, and dark brown yarn. Once you make one, you can easily create a whole tray of tiny bear toast charms in different colors and expressions.
