Create a sweet standing teddy bear that gently hugs a Cadbury Crème Egg with this ultra-detailed knitting pattern.
With its classic neutral colouring and timeless teddy-bear shape, this design works beautifully all year round — not just for Easter.
The bear is designed to stand securely and hold the egg snugly at the chest using its arms, making it a lovely handmade gift, keepsake, or seasonal treat.
Designed to fit a standard Cadbury Crème Egg (approx. 40 g)
Standing teddy bear holding the egg in its arms
Neutral, classic teddy design (not seasonal-specific)
Flat-knit on straight needles
DK yarn, UK knitting terms
Compact, gift-friendly finished size
Clear shaping for head, body, arms and legs
Arms designed to gently cup and hold the egg
A fully written knitting pattern
Ultra-clear, row-by-row instructions
Confirmed stitch counts on every shaping row
Exact placement instructions for face, arms and paws
Clear stuffing guidance for stability
Calm, beginner-friendly explanations throughout
The pattern is written to be followed confidently, without guesswork or assumed knowledge.
Confident beginner and up
Basic knowledge of knit, purl, increases and decreases is helpful
Easter gifts & baskets
Birthdays & keepsakes
Baby shower gifts
Christmas stocking fillers
Handmade “thinking of you” gifts
Pattern only
Sent by post (Royal Mail)
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