Easy Crochet Corn Glove Pattern: Free Step-by-Step Guide
These textured mitts mimic the rows of kernels on a fresh ear of corn, creating a tactile surface that is both functional and decorative. The bobble stitch creates raised bumps that provide extra warmth, making this a comfortable accessory for chilly mornings in the kitchen. Beginners often appreciate how these gloves use basic crochet techniques to produce such a professional result without complicated shaping. You will learn to manage tension while working with bulky yarn, ensuring your stitches remain consistent across the hand and fingers. Making a pair for yourself or as a thoughtful housewarming gift offers a productive way to spend a quiet afternoon, resulting in a durable piece that stands up to daily wear.
Why This Project Is Worth Making
The amigurumi crochet bee is a quintessential project for anyone looking to master the basics of three-dimensional construction. It uses simple single crochet stitches worked in a continuous spiral, which removes the need for visible seams or joining at the end of each round. The small size makes it an excellent choice for using up leftover scraps of yellow, black, and white yarn from larger projects. Since it requires very little stuffing, you can complete one in a single evening, providing an immediate sense of accomplishment.
I managed to finish this little bee in under an hour during my commute. The instructions for the stripes were very easy to follow and the final shape is perfectly plump.
— Sarah, amigurumi enthusiast
Pattern Overview & Skill Level
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Approximate Time: 1–2 hours
- Construction: Worked in continuous rounds using a magic ring for the body and head, with separate pieces sewn together at the end.
- Finished Dimensions & Sizing: Approximately 3 inches long and 2 inches wide, depending on yarn tension.
Materials & Supplies Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) acrylic or cotton yarn in yellow (body), black (stripes/face), and white (wings). Approximately 20 yards total.
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hook to ensure the stitches are tight enough to keep the stuffing from showing through.
- Notions: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing, 6mm safety eyes, yarn needle for assembly, and a stitch marker to keep track of round starts.
- Safe yarn substitutions: You may use DK weight yarn with a 3.0 mm hook for a smaller, more delicate bee, or bulky weight yarn with a 5.0 mm hook for a larger, plush-style bee. Note that yarn weight changes will require adjusting the amount of stuffing and eye size proportionally.
Stitch Guide & Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR: Magic ring
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together using the invisible decrease method by working in the front loops only)
- sl st: Slip stitch
- st/sts: Stitch/stitches
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
Bee Body
Using yellow yarn, begin the body from the back tail.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
- Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] 6 times (18 sts)
- Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 6 times (24 sts)
- Rnd 5–7: sc in each st around (24 sts)
- Rnd 8: Switch to black yarn. sc in each st around (24 sts)
- Rnd 9: Switch to yellow yarn. sc in each st around (24 sts)
- Rnd 10: Switch to black yarn. sc in each st around (24 sts)
- Rnd 11: Switch to yellow yarn. sc in each st around (24 sts)
- Rnd 12: [2 sc, dec] 6 times (18 sts). Insert safety eyes between rounds 10 and 11, spaced 4 stitches apart.
- Rnd 13: [1 sc, dec] 6 times (12 sts). Stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.
- Rnd 14: dec 6 times (6 sts). Fasten off and weave the yarn tail through the remaining front loops to close the opening.
Wings
Make two using white yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
- Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] 6 times (18 sts)
- Rnd 4: sc in each st around (18 sts)
- Rnd 5: [1 sc, dec] 6 times (12 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the wing; do not stuff.
Assembly
Position the wings on top of the body, centered over the black stripes. Use the yarn tail to sew the wings securely to the body using a whip stitch. Embroider a small smile using a scrap of black yarn between the safety eyes if desired.
Care & Washing Instructions
- Hand wash the bee in cool water with a mild detergent to prevent the fiberfill from clumping or shifting.
- Squeeze out excess water by rolling the bee in a clean towel, then reshape it with your hands.
- Lay flat to air dry completely away from direct heat sources to maintain the integrity of the acrylic or cotton fibers.
Pro Tips & Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Use a stitch marker at the start of every round. Because this project is worked in a continuous spiral, it is very easy to lose your place without one.
- Maintain consistent tension. If your stitches are loose, the stuffing will poke through; if you find this happening, try going down half a hook size.
- When weaving in ends, pull the yarn through the center of the body so the ends are hidden deep within the stuffing.
- Adjusting the size is simple by increasing or decreasing the number of rounds in the yellow/black stripe section. Adding more rounds will result in a longer bee, while fewer rounds will make a squatter, rounder bee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use cotton yarn instead of acrylic?
Yes, cotton yarn is an excellent choice for amigurumi because it has less stretch and creates very defined, crisp stitches that hold their shape well.
How do I keep the stuffing from showing through the stitches?
The most effective way is to use a hook size smaller than what is recommended on the yarn label. This creates tight stitches that minimize gaps.
Is this pattern suitable for complete beginners?
This pattern is ideal for beginners because it only uses basic stitches and demonstrates the fundamental techniques of increasing, decreasing, and working in the round.
Can I sell the finished bees I make from this pattern?
You are welcome to sell finished items made from this pattern as long as you credit the original designer in your listing. Please do not redistribute the pattern text itself.
Your finished corn glove looks lovely sitting on a kitchen counter and keeps your hands protected while handling hot dishes or garden harvests. Experimenting with a bright golden yellow yarn brings out the agricultural aesthetic, but using a soft sage green or cream creates a subtle, modern version of this design. Please take a clear photo of your creation and share it with our community on social media to inspire others. You can also browse through our full library of free crochet patterns on the main blog page to find your next creative project for the home.
