Everyone knows that April showers bring May flowers. We will soon be seeing more happy little bumblebees flying hither and thither. Sometimes bees get a bad rap, but they actually do so much good for the planet!
Awareness has been on the rise lately, so let’s keep the trend going with a fabulous round-up of bee-themed crochet patterns.
There are so many different crochet bees to make, wear, use, decorate with, and gift to show your appreciation for Earth’s most precious pollinators. We’ve got a fantastic round-up of free crochet bee patterns of all different kinds for you today.
Here’s a sneak peek: there is a farmhouse-style crochet bee potholder, a gorgeous lightweight wrap, adorable miniature bee keychains and so much more! Scroll down and see for yourself.
1. Chunky Bee Slippers
Who says bumble bees have to be yellow? I’m in love with the lavender used for these adorable crochet slippers. The details in this design are all just so cute and it really doesn’t look too tricky either. You can make them with just basic crochet stitches.
Designer: Ribblr Free Patterns
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2. Cubee
You have probably seen graphgans made from the corner to corner crochet technique before. Here’s a new one for the books – a C2C amigurumi bumble bee. The unique square design is perfect for adorning the top of your shelf, or serving as a book end.
Designer: Nine Inspired
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3. Bumble Bee Keyring
What could be cuter than a tiny amigurumi bumblebee keychain?? How about 3! These quick and cute little bees would make for excellent last-minute crochet gifts. If you have never done crochet amigurumi before, then I would definitely recommend this pattern as a good one to learn with!
Designer: CatKnit
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4. Honeycomb Cowl
Throwing on a cute cowl on your way out the door is such a quick and easy way to instantly upgrade any outfit. Trust me, a lightweight cowl in a soft, breathable material is wearable all year long – warm or cold! This design is made using the overlay crochet technique which involves working your stitches around the post.
Designer: The Cookie Snob
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5. Bee Potholder
This heirloom-quality bee potholder is made in the tapestry crochet technique. I like tapestry crochet because there are less ends to weave in and I don’t have to worry about any large holes in my work. All of the potholders in this designer’s fabulous farmhouse collection are perfectly practical and gorgeous too!
Designer: Raffamusa Designs
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6. Bumble Bee Hat
You never know when you might need a bumble bee hat. This pattern is available in sizes from newborn to adult. There is also a matching tushy cover for the newborn size that’s perfect for a newborn photoshoot. What better time than spring for a bit of bee appreciation?
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
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7. Bumble Bee Pillow
I wouldn’t be surprised to see this amazing bee pillow in a store window display. Everything about this design is totally on trend right now – from the rich texture of the bobble stitches to the realistic top view of the bee itself. I also love how the back of this pillow isn’t just plain.
Designer: While They Dream
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8. Let it Bee Wrap
A gorgeous shade of gold makes quite the impression in this fashionable and lightweight crochet wrap. I love how the unique lacework captures the unique shape of the bumblebee in a fun and abstract way. The easier-than-it-looks design only calls for treble crochet and chain stitches.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
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9. Busy Bumble Blanket
Modular projects are perfect for taking on the go. Each hexagon of this adorable blanket is crocheted separately. Don’t worry about sewing though, because you’ll be using a continuous join method that will let you crochet all your hexagons together without cutting your yarn. Then just whip up a few bee appliques and you’re done!
Designer: Stitched Up by Emma for Bella Coco Crochet
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10. Honeycomb Trellis Tote Bag
I like big bags and I cannot lie! I would totally use this cute tote as an everyday bag or a beach bag. You never know what you might need when you’re out and about so I like to load up my bags haha. This design uses single crochet stitches for the solid parts and the honeycomb stitch for the decorative lacework.
Designer: Crochet for You
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Can you even bee-lieve that all of these amazing crochet patterns are free? Which free crochet patterns caught your eye? Have you tried any other bee-themed crochet patterns that you would like to recommend? Let’s connect in the comments!
Do you love stars? There’s just something about stars that inspires creativity and puts me in a playful mood. So why not crochet a star!
Happy Crocheting!
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