Bear Animal Glasses Holder Crochet Pattern

My sister originally sent me this pattern of a bear-shaped glasses holder that's both adorable and practical. The oval base is perfect for holding your glasses securely without scratching them, and you can customize it into different animals if bears aren't your thing. The nose helps keep your glasses centered, and the original pattern maker added a tiny hat because who doesn't love a well-dressed bear?

I loved the design so much that I started experimenting with different variations. Now the pattern includes options for bear, fox, or dog ears so you can create whichever animal speaks to you. Each version keeps the same functional base design - it's just a matter of choosing which cute face you want greeting you on your bedside table!

This is one of my favorite patterns to make as gifts because it combines something useful with a touch of whimsy. It works up fairly quickly over a weekend, and it's always satisfying to see how happy people are to have a special spot for their glasses. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, this intermediate-level pattern will help you create a charming and practical accessory that's sure to bring smiles.

I used Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool in Natural, which gives it a more rustic quality and can be felted if one wishes to do so. If you prefer cotton, my favorite is Paintbox Yarns with two strands held, or Bernat Maker yarn which would give it a better stitch definition.

Original pattern video on Rednote
Written pattern adapted by u/AkumuNightmare on Reddit

Skill Level and Time Investment

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

• Perfect for crocheters who can:
  • Work in continuous and joined rounds
  • Increase and decrease stitches
  • Work in front and back loops
  • Follow stitch markers
  • Embroider basic shapes

Time to Complete:

• Total time: 1-2 hours
• Break it down into:
  • Base: 30 minutes
• Nose: 15 minutes
• Ears: 15 minutes
• Assembly and finishing: 15-30 minutes

Materials List

Yarn Requirements

Primary Color: Light brown or tan

• Any worsted weight (category 4) yarn (I used Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool in Natural)
• Small amount for base, hat, and nose
• Scrap of black yarn for muzzle details (optional)

Tools and Notions

Essential Tools:

• 4.00 mm crochet hook
• Stitch markers (at least 5)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Stuffing

Project Details

Finished Size

• Base width: Approximately 6 inches (15 cm) - perfect for most adult eyeglasses
• Height: Approximately .5 inches (7.5 cm), 1 inch with the nose
• The oval base is designed to cradle glasses securely without putting pressure on the frames

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• inv dec: invisible decrease
• ss: slip stitch
• FLO: front loop only
• BLO: back loop only

Pattern Notes

• This pattern is worked in joined rows
• Each row ends with a slip stitch to the first stitch
• Chain 1 at the beginning of each new row
• First stitch of each new row is worked in the same stitch as the slip stitch
• Stitch markers are helpful for proper shaping

Detailed Instructions

Base

Rnd 0: Ch 19 [19]

Rnd 1: Starting in the second ch from hook, 17 sc (placing a marker each on the second and last sc), 3 sc in next st, 16 sc (placing a marker each on the first and last sc), inc, close with sl st, ch 1. [38 sts]

Rnd 2: Starting in the same st as ch: inc, 16 sc, inc in each next 3 sts, 16 sc, inc in next 2 sts, sl st to first st, ch 1. [44 sts]

Rnd 3: Starting in the same st as ch: sc, inc, 16 sc, (sc, inc) 3 times, 16 sc, (sc, inc) 2 times, sl st to first st, ch 1. [50 sts]

Rnd 4: Starting in the same st as ch: 2 sc, inc, 16 sc, (2sc, inc) 3 times, 16 sc, (2sc, inc) 2 times, sl st to first st, ch 1. [56 sts]

Rnd 5: Starting in the same st as ch: 3sc, inc, 16 sc, (3sc, inc) 3 times, 16 sc, (3sc, inc) 2 times, sl st to first st, ch 1. [62 sts]

Rnd 6: Starting in the same st as ch: 4sc, inc, 16 sc, (4sc, inc) 3 times, 16 sc, (4sc, inc) 2 times, sl st to first st, fasten off. [68 sts]

Rnd 7: Fold the piece in half widthwise and note where the middle of the oval is. Mark 5 sts in middle of oval on last row. Make sure that these 5 stitches are located center when the base is opened back up.

• Insert hook in FLO of st left of left marker, FLO 63 sc to st before right marker, ch 1, turn. [63 sts]

Rnd 8: Slip st 63, fasten off. [63 sts]

Nose

Rn 0: Magic Ring

Rnd 1: 6 sc [6 sts]

Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x3 [9 sts]

Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x3 [12 sts]

Rnd 4: 12 sc [12 sts]

Rnd 5: BLO 6 dec [6 sts]. Stuff nose. Cut yarn, leaving an 8" tail and pull yarn through. Do not close.

• Using tapestry needle, add black or brown yarn for nose (embroider 6-8 lines in the same direction and push yarn through inside nose, through the stuffing. Tie a knot to secure and hide tails inside nose.

• Close the nose by sewing tail through 6 BLO of last round and pull tight. Secure with a knot. Sew yarn to one of the remaining front loops of the nose.
• Whipstitch the nose onto the gap using the remaining FLO of Rnd 5.
• Connect the gaps by stitching the edges base onto the sides of the nose.
• Hide the yarn tails inside the nose.

Hat

Rnd 0: Magic Ring

Rnd 1: 6 sc, close magic ring, sl st to first st, ch 1. [6 sts]

Rnd 2: 6 inc, sl st to first st, ch 1. [12 sts]

Rnd 3-5: 12 sc, sl st to first st, ch 1. [12 sts]

Rnd 6: Ch 1, turn, BLO 12 sc, sl st to first st, ch 1. [12 sts]

Rnd 7: 12 sc, fasten off. [12 sts]

Note: Fold rows 6-7 to form brim

Ears (make 2)

Rnd 0: Magic ring

Rnd 1: ch 2, 10 dc, sl st to first st, ch 1. [9 sts]

Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x5, sl st to first st. Fasten off with a tail to sew onto base.

• Sew the ears onto the base by attaching two rows of 3 stitches at the side of the base

Eyes

• Start with two feet of black or brown yarn and a tapestry needle.
• Locate the ends of the initial chain (the first round of the oval). These points are where the eyes will go.
• Start with an X shape spanning over one stitch.

• Create a box around the X, going through the same 4 holes.

• Create another box around the X, this time pushing the yarn so it "rounds" around the first box, creating a circle.

• If the center of the eyes are not filled enough, sew another X over the circle.

And that's it! This little bear glasses holder makes an adorable and practical gift for anyone who wears glasses. If you have a family of glasses or sunglasses wearers, try making a few to place around the house - they're especially handy in entryways where everyone can easily find their glasses when heading out the door!

Care Instructions

• Hand wash in cold water if needed
• Air dry flat
• Store in cool, dry place

Pattern Support

Need help? Contact me at magicbearcrochet@gmail.com

© 2024 Magic Bear Crochet. Pattern adapted with credit to original creators:

• Original video tutorial by 妖精爱编织 on Xiaohongshu (Rednote)
• Written pattern adaptation by u/AkumuNightmare on Reddit

This pattern adaptation is for personal use only. You may sell items made from this pattern in small quantities, but please credit the original creators.