Introducing an upcoming Crochet Along! Work along as we make this darling Poca the Bear or Poca the Bear Lovey! Both patterns use basic stitches and the color work on the blanket looks deceivingly difficult (its actually very easy!). This post contains affiliate links which means I get a very small commission at no extra cost to you.
It’s been far too long since I have planned a crochet along (CAL). I love seeing the flow of individual flair on the same project and it’s so fun to all work together on the same thing.
This bear has been a very special project for me and has taken me quite some time to perfect. When my son was in the PICU after his accident he was given a teddy bear from a family friend. He loved how floppy the bear’s the arms and legs were and I loved its sweet face. It was special to him, which made it special to me.
Months later, I set out to create a crochet version. It was a lot of trial and error, changing my mind, sending off to testers, changing my mind again, making last minute changes…etc. But it’s finally completed and I am so excited to share it with you. (I even have plans for some fun variations 🥰)
POCA THE BEAR CROCHET ALONG
This CAL will be a bit different than the other ones I have done. This pattern will be a premium pattern and will be available in my Ravelry and Etsy shops, however, during the CAL, those who participate will be able to get the pattern parts for free on my blog.
Also, the other difference is the CAL will only be available to my email tribe! If you are interested in joining in the fun, be sure to sign up for my emails.
Psst: There is absolutely no charge to subscribe to my emails! Read all the benefits of becoming part of Whistle and Ivy here.
I SEE YOU, BUSY MAKER
You’re tired of sifting through complicated tutorials and daunting patterns that leave you feeling overwhelmed.
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It’s time to make your crafting experience as joyful as it should be. We can’t wait to meet you!
Okay, here are the CAL deets.
WHEN IT STARTS:
Mark you calendars for Monday, March 25th, 2022.
HOW IT WORKS:
Beginning the Monday of March 25, I will send an email on each day of the CAL that contains a link to that day’s part of the CAL. Links will not be shared any other place other than the email, so be sure you whitelist my emails so you don’t miss any. The pattern parts will be available for 7 days after the day it’s released. You can either print the pages to keep the pattern or you can buy the ad-free PDF at the end of the CAL for 50% off my shop price.
WHAT YOU NEED:
To make Poca the Bear Plushy:
– 3.5 mm hook
– 1 skein of Red Heart Soft in Cocoa
– Small amount of black for the nose
– Polyfil Stuffing
– 10mm Safety Eyes
– Darning Needle
To make Poca the Bear Lovey:
– 3.5mm hook
– (>1 skein each) Red Heart Soft in Cocoa, Coral, Sea Foam, Off White, Light Dove Heather
– Small amount of black for nose
– Polyfil Stuffing
– 10 mm Safety Eyes
– Darning Needle
I hope you join me ❤️
xoxo,
cant wait love crochet alongs
Bethany, I went to order the yarn for the CAL. Michaels is the only place I can find to get it in the Omaha area. The website for Michaels says it’s not available in store and is sold out of the cocoa on line. Do you think Hobby Lobby ” I love this yarn” could substitute or any suggestions?
Yes I think so! I think any medium weight yarn would work great. The only thing that really matters is making sure your hook is small enough that your fabric is nice and tight.
I’m excited and can’t wait to start. I’ve been wanting to learn how to crochet these adorable stuffed animals and lovies, so this will be perfect. Thank you!
OH yay! Perfect timing!
Will you post videos too by chance?
I am sorry! I won’t have videos for the CAL. Do you read patterns?
Ohhhhhh I’m looking forward to this as I want to start making bears to donate. This is absolutely adorable
I can’t wait to make this. I have 3 baby girls coming from friends. So I will need to get going on these. Thank you so much. It’s so cute.
Yay, this is going to make a terrific gift for a new grandbaby!
Poca is adorable. I can’t wait to get started!
The only way to join is connect with Face book?
Hi Aija! You don’t need Facebook but you do need email. This CAL will be delivered via email.
I have never done a crochet along before. What do I need to do to join?
Thanks, Colleen
Hi Colleen! This CAL will be via email, so you will need to subscribe to my emails, then I will send out the first part of the CAL on Monday March 25.
Thanks, I’m already receiving emails so I’m set! 😃
Ooh! That looks so lovely. I would love to take part, but first I need to get m-i-law’s lacy jacket finished in time for UK Mothers’ Day. Rush! Rush! Rush!
Oh how lovely! You are so kind to make such a wonderful gift fo your MIL!
I already receive your emails do I need to sign up again for this cal?
Nope! You are good to go! I will send out an email on the morning of March 25 with the first part! Thanks so much for joining!
Thank you 😊
How many days will it take to complete the bear? They are so cute 💛
I will spread it out over a week, which I think is plenty of time!
Hi wondering about the colors?
I found most of them, but the light cove heather, don’t see it. I did find light gray heather.
And the off white that is it in the lovely? Or should I say is it the light Gary color in the lovely? And if isn’t is what color is the darker gray?
Thank I love the colors that you picked !
I know any color combo will look great, I just really like your colors
Oops! I am sorry, that is my mistake, the color is in fact light heather gray.
I want to join on this.cal. I all ready get your email. I am just not sure how to join for the cal. Thank you
You are good Antoinette! Stay tuned for my first email CAL email coming March 25 :)
If I’m to crochet the lovey, will there still be a bear body underneath? I’m excited to do this in a crochetalong as I’ve been wanting to do a ‘stuffie’ but have been hesitant to do it on my own.
Thanks,
Hi Patti! The lovey is a blanket with just a head and arms, no body. If you are wanting to body, I suggest the stuffy!
Oh Wow!! Love it!! Will stop and get my yarn to day!!!
Thank you and sorry to hear about your son hope all is great now!
Yay! So glad you love it! yes, he is 100% recovered, thank you!
I am SO glad to hear that!
If I received this email can I assume I will receive the ones for the CAL?
Thank
Yes! You are good to go, stay tuned for the first CAL email coming March 25.
Love these…My daughters sister in law is expecting her 2nd in June and these will be great gifts.I look forward to making them with you.Thanks for all the time you put into each pattern.
That will be perfect! Congrats on the new baby!
It is so cute, cant wait to make the lovely.