This Easy Crochet Bunny Pattern makes a soft, chubby amigurumi rabbit with a round head, long floppy ears, a little round body, short arms and legs, and a fluffy pom-pom tail. It is worked in simple continuous rounds with only basic increases and decreases, so it is a great first amigurumi project. Make one as a gift, as an Easter decoration, or as a cuddly companion for a child.
Pattern Information
Skill level: Beginner, with basic shaping and sewing.
Terms: US crochet terminology.
Construction: The head, body, arms, legs, ears, and tail are worked separately in continuous rounds, then sewn together. The face is embroidered.
Estimated size: About 20 cm (8 in) tall with the ears, using DK-weight cotton. Actual dimensions depend on yarn, tension, and stuffing.
Pattern note: This is an original design based on the title concept. Stitch counts have been checked, but the pattern has not been physically crocheted or independently tested. Adjust the shaping and the feature placement to suit your yarn.
Materials
- DK-weight cotton yarn in cream, light grey, or soft white, approximately 60 g, for the head, body, limbs, and ears.
- Pink yarn, approximately 5 g, for the inner ears and nose.
- White yarn, approximately 5 g, for the tail.
- Black yarn or embroidery thread for the mouth, and optional pink thread for the cheeks.
- A 2.75 mm hook as a starting point (use a hook small enough to keep the fabric dense).
- Two 8 mm black safety eyes, or black yarn for embroidered eyes.
- Fiberfill, stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, and removable pins.
Use embroidered eyes if the bunny is for a baby or young child.
Stitches and Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | magic ring |
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| inc | 2 sc in one stitch |
| dec | invisible single crochet decrease over the next 2 stitches |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
Work in a spiral without joining or turning unless directed otherwise. Numbers in brackets give the completed stitch count. Repeat parentheses the stated number of times. Move the marker at the start of every round.
Before You Begin
Crochet tightly so the stuffing does not show through the stitches. Stuff firmly but evenly, adding small pieces rather than large clumps. The ears are not stuffed, and the arms and legs need only light stuffing.
Make the head first and pin the eyes and nose in place before you commit. A small change in eye spacing gives the bunny a very different expression.
Head (cream)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: (Sc, inc) × 6. [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6. [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6. [30]
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) × 6. [36]
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) × 6. [42]
Rounds 8–15: Sc in every stitch. [42 per round; 8 rounds]
Insert the safety eyes between Rounds 11 and 12, with about 8 stitches between them. Fit the backs securely. Pin the nose at the center front on Round 13, just below and between the eyes.
Round 16: (5 sc, dec) × 6. [36]
Round 17: (4 sc, dec) × 6. [30]
Round 18: (3 sc, dec) × 6. [24]
Stuff the head firmly now, and keep adding small amounts as the opening narrows.
Round 19: (2 sc, dec) × 6. [18]
Round 20: (Sc, dec) × 6. [12]
Round 21: Dec × 6. [6]
Fasten off, thread the tail through the remaining front loops, draw closed, and hide the end.
Body (cream)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: (Sc, inc) × 6. [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) × 6. [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) × 6. [30]
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) × 6. [36]
Rounds 7–14: Sc in every stitch. [36 per round; 8 rounds]
Round 15: (4 sc, dec) × 6. [30]
Round 16: (3 sc, dec) × 6. [24]
Fasten off with a long tail. Stuff firmly, flatten the bottom slightly so the bunny sits upright, and leave the opening open for sewing to the head.
Ears (make 2)
Outer ear (cream):
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: (Sc, inc) × 3. [9]
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) × 3. [12]
Rounds 4–10: Sc around. [12 per round; 7 rounds]
Round 11: (2 sc, dec) × 3. [9]
Fasten off with a long tail. Do not stuff. Flatten the ear.
Inner ear (pink, make 2):
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: (Sc, inc) × 3. [9]
Rounds 3–6: Sc around. [9 per round; 4 rounds]
Fasten off with a long tail. Flatten the piece and sew it to the front of each outer ear with small stitches, leaving a thin cream border around the edge. Pinch the base of each ear together before sewing it to the head.
Arms (make 2, cream)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: (Sc, inc) × 3. [9]
Rounds 3–9: Sc around. [9 per round; 7 rounds]
Fasten off with a long tail. Stuff very lightly, leaving the top unfilled for sewing.
Legs (make 2, cream)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Round 3: (Sc, inc) × 6. [18]
Rounds 4–5: Sc around. [18 per round]
Round 6: (Sc, dec) × 6. [12]
Rounds 7–9: Sc around. [12 per round]
Fasten off with a long tail. Stuff firmly in the foot and lightly in the leg, leaving the top unfilled for sewing. The foot is the wider, rounded end.
Nose (pink)
Round 1: 4 sc in MR. [4]
Round 2: (Sc, inc) × 2. [6]
Fasten off with a long tail and sew to the pinned position. If you prefer, embroider the nose with a small triangle of pink satin stitches instead.
Tail (white)
Round 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
Round 2: Inc in each stitch. [12]
Rounds 3–4: Sc around. [12 per round]
Round 5: Dec × 6. [6]
Stuff lightly before closing. Fasten off with a long tail, draw the stitches closed, and sew to the back of the body. For a fluffier tail, make a small pom-pom from white yarn and sew that on instead.
Assembly and Face
- Head to body: Pin the head over the body opening, with the closure underneath, and sew all around with small, strong stitches. Check that the head sits straight before finishing.
- Ears: Sew the ears to the top of the head at Rounds 3–4, about 4 stitches apart, tilting them slightly outward.
- Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the body just below the head, angled slightly forward.
- Legs: Sew the legs to the lower front of the body with the feet pointing forward, so the bunny can sit on its own.
- Tail: Sew the tail to the center back of the body, near the bottom.
- Face: Embroider a small mouth with black yarn, from the base of the nose down a short vertical line, then two small curves to each side. Add two pink cheeks with a few horizontal stitches under each eye.
Hide every tail and give each ear, limb, and the tail a gentle tug to check it holds.
Practical Tips and Troubleshooting
The head looks lopsided. Check that the stuffing is even, and roll the head between your palms. Use small wisps of filling as the opening narrows.
The ears flop forward. Pinch the bases together and sew them in firmly at a slight angle. For a stiffer ear, stitch a few rows of backstitch up the center of the back.
The bunny will not sit up. Flatten the bottom of the body, and check that both legs are the same length and sewn at the same height.
The eyes look uneven. Pin the eyes before inserting them, and check the face from the front and from above before fastening the backs.
There are gaps between the stitches. Go down a hook size and crochet more tightly.
FAQ
Can I make it bigger? Yes. Use chunky yarn and a 4 mm hook. The bunny will be about one and a half times larger.
Can I embroider the eyes? Yes. Make two small black satin-stitch ovals between Rounds 11 and 12, with 8 stitches between them, and add a tiny white highlight stitch.
Can I make it in different colors? Absolutely. Try grey, caramel, pink, or pale blue, and match the inner ears and nose to the color you choose.
Can I add clothes? Yes. A small scarf (ch 30, sc in each ch across, 5 rows) or a simple dress worked in the round over the body makes a lovely finishing touch.
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