In this post, you’ll learn how to crochet a charming teddy bear trinket tray, combining practicality with cuteness, perfect for beginners. Using pink 10-ply yarn for the tray, white and brown 8-ply yarn for the teddy bear, and crochet hooks of varying sizes (4mm and 1.75mm), the step-by-step guide covers crafting the trinket tray, the teddy’s head, pillow, and paws.

The final design creatively assembles the pieces to form an adorable decor item perfect for storing small treasures. So, follow through with us for the complete tutorial.

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Crocheting a Teddy Bear Trinket Tray

• Yarn:
  • Pink 10-ply yarn for the trinket tray’s body.
  • White and brown 8-ply yarn for the teddy bear’s pillow and the bear itself.
• Hooks:
  • 4mm crochet hook for 10-ply yarn.
  • 1.75mm crochet hook for 8-ply yarn.

Other essentials: A darning needle, stuffing, and optional hot glue for assembling the pieces.

Part 1: Making the Tray and Blanket

• Start by crocheting the blanket, which will have a half-moon shape.

• Use a magic ring as the base.

• Work the rows to shape the blanket into a semicircle, using a combination of double crochets and increases.

• Once the blanket is complete, hide any loose ends using the darning needle.

• Next, crochet the base of the trinket tray by creating another magic ring and working in rounds to form a circular design.

• Carefully align the blanket with the base and crochet them together, ensuring the blanket is seamlessly integrated.

• Continue building the walls of the tray by switching to single crochets and working only into the back loops of the stitches. This creates a clean upward effect.

• Finish with invisible seams for a tidy look.

Part 2: Making the Pillow

• Start by chaining a small rectangle to form the pillow base.
• Work single crochet rows to add depth to the pillow.
• Gradually decrease stitches on the ends to create the rounded shape.
• Sew the ends shut using a darning needle and hide any loose threads for a neat finish.

Part 3: Creating the Teddy Bear

Head

• Begin with a magic ring and crochet the bear’s head in circular rounds.
• Shape the face by using increases and transitions between stitches (e.g., single crochet, half double crochet).
• Add ears by carefully placing specific stitch combinations for symmetry.
• Stuff the head lightly, then close the opening by threading the yarn through the loops and pulling it tight.

Arms

• Make the arms by chaining a base and adding puff stitches at each end to form “paw” details.
• Secure and hide any loose threads.

Part 4: Assembly

• Attach the teddy bear’s head and arms to the pillow using hot glue or sewing to hold them in place.
• Position the completed teddy pillow within the tray’s design, ensuring the teddy appears as if tucked under the blanket.

Finishing Touches

• Adjust positioning to ensure symmetry.
• Hide any visible ends or glue marks.
• The finished product is an adorable and functional trinket tray with a teddy bear detail, perfect for holding small items.

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