The Honeycomb Hideaway Bee: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Three-Size Plush

Introducing the Honeycomb Hideaway Bee

Create a cozy, textured bee amigurumi in three sizes, perfect for gifting or adding a touch of handmade charm to any space. This pattern uses soft, chunky yarn and simple stitches to build a honeycomb-inspired body. Whether you're a beginner looking for a rewarding project or an intermediate crocheter wanting a quick, satisfying make, this bee is for you. The pattern includes detailed instructions for Small (approx. 3 inches), Medium (approx. 4.5 inches), and Large (approx. 6 inches) sizes, so you can make a whole hive!

Materials Needed

To create your Honeycomb Hideaway Bee, gather the following materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) yarn in yellow, black, and white. For a larger bee, use bulky weight (#5) yarn. Small amounts of cream or light brown for the honeycomb detail.
• Crochet Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) for worsted weight, or H (5.0 mm) for bulky weight. A smaller hook (E/3.5mm) for the honeycomb details.
• Other: Stitch marker, yarn needle, stuffing (polyester fiberfill), scissors. Optional: small black safety eyes (6mm) or black embroidery thread for eyes.

Gauge: Gauge is not critical for this project, but aim for a tight tension to prevent stuffing from showing. For worsted weight: 4 sc and 4 rows = 1 inch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Abbreviations (US terms)

• MR: magic ring
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
• sl st: slip stitch
• ch: chain
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd: round

Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
• The pattern is written for the smallest size (S). Changes for sizes M and L are in parentheses.
• For the honeycomb detail, you will work a separate piece and sew it onto the body.

Bee Body (Make 1)

Using yellow yarn.

Size S (approx. 3 inches tall)

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
• Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
• Rnd 5-8: sc around. (24)
• Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
• Rnd 10: (sc, dec) around. (12)
• Stuff firmly.
• Rnd 11: dec around. (6)
• Fasten off, weave in end.

Size M (approx. 4.5 inches tall)

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
• Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
• Rnd 6-10: sc around. (30)
• Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec) around. (24)
• Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
• Rnd 13: (sc, dec) around. (12)
• Stuff firmly.
• Rnd 14: dec around. (6)
• Fasten off, weave in end.

Size L (approx. 6 inches tall)

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
• Rnd 3: (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 7-12: sc around. (36)
• Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) around. (30)
• Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) around. (24)
• Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
• Rnd 16: (sc, dec) around. (12)
• Stuff firmly.
• Rnd 17: dec around. (6)
• Fasten off, weave in end.

Stripes (Optional, but recommended for a classic bee look)

Using black yarn, embroider stripes around the body. You can also crochet a separate black band and sew it on. For a simpler approach, work a few rounds of black yarn in the middle of the body (e.g., for size M, work Rnds 7-8 in black, then switch back to yellow for Rnds 9-10).

Wings (Make 2)

Using white yarn.

For all sizes

• Ch 6.
• Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 5 ch. Ch 1, turn. (5)
• Row 2: inc, sc in next 3, inc. Ch 1, turn. (7)
• Row 3: inc, sc in next 5, inc. Ch 1, turn. (9)
• Row 4: sc in all 9 sts. Ch 1, turn. (9)
• Row 5: dec, sc in next 5, dec. Ch 1, turn. (7)
• Row 6: dec, sc in next 3, dec. Ch 1, turn. (5)
• Row 7: dec, sc in next 1, dec. (3)
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold the wing in half lengthwise and sew the edges together to create a slight curve.

Honeycomb Detail (Make 1)

Using cream or light brown yarn and a smaller hook.

• Ch 6.
• Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 5. Ch 1, turn. (5)
• Row 2: sc in all 5 sts. Ch 1, turn. (5)
• Row 3: (hdc, dc) in first st, sl st in next st, (hdc, dc) in next st, sl st in next st, (hdc, dc) in last st. Fasten off, leaving a tail.
• This creates a small honeycomb-like texture. Sew this piece onto the front of the bee body.

Antennae (Make 2)

Using black yarn.

• Ch 6.
• Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew onto the top of the bee's head.

Assembly

1. Sew the wings onto the sides of the bee body, just behind the head.
2. Sew the honeycomb detail onto the front center of the body.
3. Sew the antennae onto the top of the head.
4. Optionally, add small black safety eyes or embroider eyes with black yarn.
5. Weave in all ends.

Finishing

Your bee amigurumi is complete! Make a whole hive in different sizes for a charming display.