Intro
A cheerful hand-knit rabbit in a red hoodie, red cap, ocean-blue A-line skirt with seagulls and waves, and red mary-jane shoes. Accessories: cotton-candy stick, fish-and-chips tray, cross-body “arcade” purse, lifebuoy charm, mini binoculars, and a message-in-a-bottle.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Materials & Tools

• Yarn (DK, smooth wool or wool blend; non-fuzzy for stitch clarity)
  1. Fur (bunny): 35 g sandy oatmeal
  2. Inner ear tint & muzzle shading: scraps light almond
  3. Hoodie & Shoes & Cap: 35–40 g candy-apple red
  4. Skirt Main: 25 g sea blue
  5. Skirt Motifs: scraps white (seagulls), soft aqua (waves), coral (lifebuoy stripes)
  6. Purse: 8 g navy; details gray, red, light blue
  7. Tights/Soles: 15 g warm beige
  8. Cotton candy: baby pink mohair blend (or DK + light brushing)
  9. Fish & chips: mustard yellow and tan scraps
  10. Binoculars: denim blue + navy scraps
  11. Bottle: pale aqua + cork-brown scraps
  12. Shoulder cord/straps: gray or rope-tan scraps
• Needles
  1. US 3 (3.25 mm) circular 32–40″ or DPNs for small circumferences
  2. US 2 (2.75 mm) for firm edges/accessories (shoe bands, brim)
• Notions
  1. 8 mm black safety eyes (pair)
  2. Black embroidery thread for nose and smile
  3. Polyester fiberfill
  4. Stitch markers, waste yarn, tapestry needle
  5. Small plastic card for purse base/cap brim
  6. Optional craft wire for cotton-candy stick (or wood skewer trimmed)
• Gauge & Size
  1. 26 sts × 36 rnds = 4″ (10 cm) in stockinette in the round on US 3 after light steam.
  2. Finished height: ~9.5–10″ (24–25.5 cm) standing (ears upright).

Abbreviations

• CO — Cast on: start the required number of stitches.
• BO — Bind off: finish the edge and secure the stitches.
• st(s) — Stitch(es).
• k — Knit.
• p — Purl.
• kfb — Knit front and back (1 stitch increased to 2).
• m1L — Make 1 Left: lift the strand and knit through the front to lean left.
• m1R — Make 1 Right: lift the strand and knit through the back to lean right.
• k2tog — Knit 2 together (right-leaning decrease).
• ssk — Slip, slip, knit (left-leaning decrease).
• rnd(s) — Round(s).
• pm — Place marker.
• sm — Slip marker.
• tbl — Through back loop.
• inc — Increase.
• dec — Decrease.
• RS — Right side (public/outside of the work).
• WS — Wrong side (inside/back of the work).

Construction Notes

• Body worked top-down with built-in beige tights; shoes added separately.
• Hoodie, skirt, and cap are removable.
• Skirt motifs are duplicate stitch for crisp edges that match the photo.
• Keep stuffing FIRM for head and lower legs; moderate for torso.

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Color Key

• Oatmeal = fur
• Beige = tights/soles
• Red = hoodie, shoes, cap
• Sea blue = skirt
• White/aqua/coral = skirt motifs & lifebuoy
• Navy/gray/light blue/red = arcade purse accents
• Pink = cotton candy

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1) Head

With oatmeal on US 3, CO 8.
Rnd 1: kfb around — 16.
Rnd 2: k.
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around — 24.
Rnd 4: k.
Rnd 5: (k2, kfb) around — 32.
Rnd 6: k.
Rnd 7: (k3, kfb) around — 40.
Rnd 8: k.
Rnd 9: (k4, kfb) around — 48.
Rnds 10–20: k even (11 rnds) for a round, slightly tall head.
Place eyes between Rnds 14–15, 10 sts apart. Embroider a tiny triangular nose 2 rnds below eyes; add a curved smile.
Rnd 21: (k6, k2tog) around — 42.
Rnd 22: k; start stuffing.
Rnd 23: (k5, k2tog) — 36.
Rnd 24: (k4, k2tog) — 30.
Rnd 25: (k3, k2tog) — 24.
Rnd 26: (k2, k2tog) — 18.
Rnd 27: (k1, k2tog) — 12.
Rnd 28: k2tog around — 6. Draw closed firmly.

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2) Ears (Make 2)

With oatmeal, CO 6.
Rnd 1: kfb around — 12.
Rnd 2: k.
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around — 18.
Rnd 4: k.
Rnd 5: (k2, kfb) around — 24.
Rnds 6–12: k even for long ears.
Rnd 13: (k2, k2tog) — 18.
Rnd 14: (k1, k2tog) — 12.
Rnd 15: k2tog around — 6. Break yarn, thread tail, flatten ear and stitch closed.
Work a narrow inner-ear stripe in almond using surface/duplicate stitch. Pinch base to a gentle oval and set aside.

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3) Neck & Body with Built-in Tights

Pick up 24 sts around the head base with oatmeal.
Rnd 1: k, decreasing evenly to 18 (k2, k2tog repeat).
Rnd 2: k.
Rnd 3: (k2, m1L, k2, m1R) ×3 — 24.
Rnd 5: (k3, m1L, k3, m1R) ×3 — 30.
Rnds 6–12: k even, lightly stuffing.
Rnd 13: (k4, m1) ×6 — 36.
Rnd 14: k.
Switch to beige (tights).
Rnd 15: (k5, m1) ×6 — 42.
Rnd 16: k.
Rnd 17: (k6, m1) ×6 — 48.
Rnd 18: k.
Rnd 19: (k6, k2tog) ×6 — 42 for a gentle hip taper.
Rnd 20: k. Divide for legs: 21 sts each.

Right Leg (beige)
Work 21 sts in the round for 14 rnds.
Dec: (k5, k2tog) ×3 — 18; rnd even.
Next: (k2, k2tog) ×6 — 12; rnd even.
Next: (k1, k2tog) ×4 — 8. Stuff firm and draw closed flat to form ankle.

Left Leg
Work to match.

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4) Arms (Make 2)

With oatmeal, CO 8.
Rnd 1: kfb around — 16.
Rnds 2–4: k.
Rnd 5: (k2, k2tog) ×4 — 12.
Rnds 6–12: k even; stuff only the hand half for soft sleeves later.
Rnd 13: k2tog ×6 — 6. Draw closed. Leave top flat for seaming.

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5) Tail

With oatmeal, CO 6, kfb around — 12. Next rnd k. Next rnd (k1, k2tog) ×4 — 8. Stuff tiny puff; close. Sew to lower back.

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6) Shoes: Red Mary-Janes (2)

Sole (beige, worked flat)
CO 6.
Row 1: p.
Row 2: kfb, k4, kfb — 8.
Row 3: p.
Row 4: kfb, k6, kfb — 10.
Row 5: p.
Row 6: k. BO and block flat.

Upper (red, in the round, US 2 for firmness)
Pick up 26 sts around sole.
Rnd 1: k.
Rnd 2: (k11, k2tog) ×2 — 24.
Rnd 3: k.
Rnd 4: (k10, k2tog) ×2 — 22.
Rnd 5: place Mary-Jane gap: k7, BO 4, k11 — 18 live sts.
Row back and forth for 2 rows to shape the gap, then rejoin in the round by CO 4 over gap — back to 22 sts.
Toe shaping:
Rnd A: k6, ssk, k6, k2tog, k6 — 20.
Rnd B: k5, ssk, k6, k2tog, k5 — 18.
Rnd C: k4, ssk, k6, k2tog, k4 — 16.
Final: k2tog ×8 — 8. Draw closed.
Optional strap: pick up 3 sts at inside edge; work 1.25″ i-cord; tack to outside edge for a fixed strap. Sew soles neatly, slip onto ankles, and tack at heels.

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7) Red Hoodie (removable)

Body (bottom-up)
CO 72 sts in red on US 3. Join, pm.
Rnds 1–6: k1, p1 rib.
Rnds 7–22: k even for torso length reaching hip.
Split for armholes: BO 3, k33, BO 3, k33 — work front and back flat (33 sts each).

Back
Rows 1–10: st st; at Row 11 BO 3 each edge once, then dec 1 each edge every RS row ×2 — 23 sts.
Work even to armhole depth ~1″ (2.5 cm) from split. BO all.

Front with Neck V
Rows 1–8: st st.
Divide for V: keep center 1 st on hold; work right and left sides separately.
Each side: dec 1 at neck edge every RS row ×3 while keeping armhole shaping same as back (BO 3 once, then dec ×2). Work until same height as back; BO shoulders.

Join Shoulders with 3-needle BO or seam.

Sleeves (in the round)
Pick up 30 sts around each armhole.
Rnd 1: k.
Rnd 2: (k4, k2tog) ×5 — 25.
Rnds 3–14: k even;
Rnds 15–18: k1, p1 rib. BO in rib for fitted cuffs.

Hood
Pick up around neckline including V edges ~50 sts (multiple of 2).
Row 1 (WS): p.
Rows 2–16: st st, inc 1 st each edge every 4th row ×4 — ~58 sts.
Continue until hood depth equals head from nape to just beyond nose.
Graft or seam top of hood.
Hood Border & Drawcord: pick up around hood front with US 2, work k1,p1 rib 6 rows. Optional: work eyelets on Row 3 (k2, yo, k2tog, rep) and knit an i-cord drawstring (CO 2, i-cord 10″ / 25 cm) to thread through.
Pocket (optional): CO 12, work 8 rows st st, BO; sew centered low on front.
Block lightly to keep a crisp rib and smooth face stitches as in the photo.

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8) A-Line Skirt with Seaside Motifs

Skirt (in the round, sea blue)
CO 84 sts. Join, pm.
Rnds 1–4: [p2, k10] around to emulate soft paneling.
Rnds 5–18: k even.
Rnd 19 (taper to bibless waistband): (k5, k2tog) ×12 — 72.
Rnd 21: (k4, k2tog) ×12 — 60.
Rnds 22–24: k even.
Rnd 25: k1, p1 rib for 4 rnds. BO in rib.
The skirt should sit high-waisted under the hoodie hem and fall above the knee, matching the pictured proportion.

Motifs (duplicate stitch after blocking)

• Waves (aqua): three meandering single-stitch lines crossing the lower third of the skirt.
• Seagulls (white): V-shaped wingspans (2 or 3 sts wide) dotted along mid-skirt.
• Lifebuoy charm base (white) with coral stripes: worked separately below.

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9) Newsboy-Style Cap with “PIER”

Crown (in the round)
CO 72 sts in red, US 3.
Rnds 1–8: k1, p1 rib (snug band).
Rnds 9–14: k.
Rnd 15: (k6, k2tog) ×9 — 63.
Rnd 17: (k5, k2tog) ×9 — 54.
Rnd 19: (k4, k2tog) ×9 — 45.
Rnd 21: (k3, k2tog) ×9 — 36.
Rnd 23: (k2, k2tog) ×9 — 27.
Rnd 25: (k1, k2tog) ×9 — 18.
Rnd 26: k2tog ×9 — 9. Draw closed. Steam to a soft baseball/newsboy shape.

Brim (US 2, worked flat)
CO 20.
Row 1: k. Row 2: p.
Rows 3–8: st st, dec 1 each edge on RS rows — 14 sts.
Row 9: k. BO.
Insert a matching plastic-card arc and stitch the brim to the rib edge.
Lettering: duplicate stitch “PIER” centered on the front of crown in block capitals (white).

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10) Lifebuoy Charm

With white, CO 10; work 2 rows garter; BO. Form a small ring by overlapping ends; stitch closed. Duplicate stitch four evenly spaced coral bars. Attach a tiny aqua loop to hang on skirt’s left side.

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11) Arcade Cross-Body Purse

Body (navy)
CO 12; knit 12 rows st st; BO. Make a second piece. Seam sides and bottom; insert a plastic-card rectangle for firmness; seam top leaving a 3-st opening if you want a slit.

Screen & Buttons

• Screen panel (light gray): CO 8, 5 rows garter, BO; sew centered.
• Buttons/lights: French knots in red and light blue; small duplicate-stitch joystick dot.
  Strap: i-cord CO 2 in gray; work 10–11″ (25–28 cm). Sew ends to body. Purse should hang diagonally across chest to hip, just like the photo.

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12) Cotton-Candy Stick

Wrap pink yarn (or pink mohair) into a loose roving cloud; lightly needle-felt or tack with invisible stitches. Fix onto a trimmed wood skewer or tightly wrapped i-cord (CO 2, knit 1.5″, BO). Secure to right paw with a few stitches.

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13) Fish-and-Chips Tray

Tray (tan)
CO 10, work 8 rows seed stitch; BO; pinch corners and stitch to form a shallow tray.
Chips (mustard)
CO 4; knit 6 rows garter; BO. Cut into 3–4 small strips; sew to tray.
Fish (golden)
CO 5; Row 1 k; Row 2 p; Row 3 k2tog, k1, ssk; BO — tiny shape. Place atop chips. Let bunny hold the tray in left paw.

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14) Mini Binoculars

Two Barrels (denim blue, make 2)
CO 6; knit i-cord for 0.6″ (1.5 cm); BO.
End Rings (navy): embroider a ring at each end.
Sew barrels side-by-side; add a thin gray chain-stitch neck cord. Place on the ground or hang from the shoulder.

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15) Message in a Bottle

Bottle (pale aqua)
CO 6; knit 6 rnds in the round; BO leaving top open.
Cork (brown): CO 5; knit 2 rows; BO; roll and insert.
Slip a tiny cream yarn scrap “note” inside before closing.

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16) Assembly

1. Ears: stitch to head top with a slight outward splay; tips forward a touch.
2. Arms: ladder stitch to torso sides, one row below neck.
3. Tail: sew low center back.
4. Shoes: slip onto ankles, tack at heels and inner ankles to keep position.
5. Dress: put on skirt, then hoodie.
6. Cap: set low on forehead; brim curved.
7. Accessories: cross-body purse from right shoulder to left hip; lifebuoy hung at skirt front; place cotton candy in right hand, fish-and-chips in left; binoculars and bottle as props or attach with a few stitches.

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17) Blocking & Finishing

• Steam block hoodie, skirt, and cap with a pressing cloth; avoid crushing the knit texture.
• Smooth skirt hem evenly and align duplicate-stitch motifs; keep lines taut on WS.
• Shape hoodie hood and cuff ribs; curve cap brim over a mug while cooling.
• Trim all ends; secure knots on WS.
• Lightly brush the cotton-candy cloud for realistic fluff; keep away from heat.

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18) Measurements to Match the Photo

• Head circumference: ~8.25″ (21 cm); ear length: 3.25″ (8.3 cm).
• Torso length from neck pick-up to skirt waist: 2.2″ (5.6 cm).
• Skirt hem circumference: ~8.5″ (21.5 cm); length from waist: 2.2″ (5.6 cm).
• Hoodie body length from hem to neckline: 2.35″ (6 cm); sleeve from armhole: 1.6″ (4 cm).
• Cap band circumference (unstretched): 7.5″ (19 cm); brim depth: 0.6″ (1.5 cm).
• Shoe sole: 1.65–1.75″ (4.2–4.5 cm).
• Purse body: 1.6″ × 1.2″ (4.1 × 3 cm); strap: 10–11″ (25–28 cm).
• Lifebuoy outer diameter: ~0.9″ (2.3 cm).

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19) Troubleshooting

• Hood too snug: pick up +4 sts around neckline and add 2 more rib rows.
• Skirt flares unevenly: re-block; add a hidden elastic thread through waistband if needed.
• Cap rides up: knit rib band to 10 rows instead of 8, or reduce crown decreases one step later.
• Shoes gape at instep: whipstitch shoe edges to ankle on the inside; tighten i-cord strap slightly.
• Motifs ripple: work duplicate stitch only after blocking; keep floats on WS minimal by catching every 6–7 sts.

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20) Styling Notes

Pose the bunny on a wood surface with warm window light. Scatter binoculars and bottle near the feet, and keep the cotton-candy cloud in the foreground to showcase crisp stitch definition and the playful seaside arcade theme.

Enjoy knitting your Seaside Pier Arcade Bunny!