Children can feel safe and protected with this bear at their side—and you may find that they want to take it with them when they grow up and leave for college. Alternatively, military spouses can enjoy it as something to keep the bed warm while their partner is deployed. A sleepy teddy bear is so lovable. In the post with this free crochet teddy bear pattern, you’ll also find images of some of the other crochet bears the designer has made over the years. These bears can serve as inspiration for your own projects. Made according to the pattern, it will stand up at about 18 inches tall, which is perfect for squeezing tight.