Her wardrobe is a masterclass in autumnal color blocking, designed to be both practical for the outdoors and undeniably stylish. She wears a warm Mustard Yellow Sweater that provides a vibrant contrast against the landscape. Over this, she dons a sturdy Blackberry Purple Pinafore Dress. The dress is knitted in a rich Moss Stitch (Seed Stitch), creating a thick, textured fabric that mimics the durability of vintage workwear. To keep her ears tidy while she works, she wears a delicate Lilac Headscarf tied in a classic “Babushka” style under her chin, adorned with tiny embroidered flowers.

Her feet are protected by sensible Black Lace-up Boots, perfect for navigating brambles. She is prepared for a productive day with a knitted Jam Jar topped with a red-and-white “fabric” lid cover, ready to preserve her harvest. Accompanying her on this foraging expedition is a friendly Red Squirrel, who is busy clutching his own prize—a tiny acorn.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• k – knit
• p – purl
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• CO – cast on
• BO – bind off
• rnd(s) – round(s)
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side
• kfb – knit front and back (increase 1 stitch)
• m1 – make 1 (lifted increase)
• k2tog – knit 2 stitches together (decrease)
• ssk – slip, slip, knit (decrease)
• Moss Stitch – k1, p1 for row 1; p1, k1 for row 2 (creates a bumpy texture).
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Blackberry/Dark Purple, Mustard Yellow, Lilac, Black, Rust, Glass/Grey, Red)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Blackberry (Dark Purple): Approx. 40g for the pinafore.
  • Mustard Yellow: Approx. 25g for the sweater.
  • Lilac: Approx. 15g for the headscarf.
  • Black: Approx. 15g for the boots.
  • Rust/Auburn: Approx. 15g for the squirrel.
  • Scraps: Grey/White (Jar), Red (Jar lid), Green/Pink (Embroidery).
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Squirrel, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes/nose), 2 small buttons (pinafore straps).

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on US 3 needles.
• Finished Size: Approximately 14 inches (36 cm) tall from boots to the top of the head.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. Legs are knitted separately, then joined to form the hips. The body and head are knitted as one continuous piece. Arms and ears are knitted separately and sewn on.
• Mustard Sweater: Worked flat from the top down (raglan style) or in pieces, designed to fit snugly under the pinafore.
• Blackberry Pinafore: Worked flat using Moss Stitch to create a dense, woven texture. The skirt is gathered, and the bib is worked upwards.
• Headscarf: Worked flat as a triangle, with ties added to the corners.
• Accessories: The Jam Jar is a cylinder with a ruffled lid; the Squirrel is a shaped toy.

Bunny Body Instructions

Legs (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn and US 3 needles.

Rnd 1: CO 10 sts. Join in the round. k all.

Rnd 2: kfb in every st (20 sts).

Rnds 3–8: k all (Foot).

Rnd 9 (Heel): k10, turn. p10, turn. k10, turn. p10, turn. k all sts to end of rnd.

Rnds 10–35: k all. Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.

Break yarn for the first leg and place stitches on a holder. Knit the second leg but do not break yarn.

Body

Rnd 36 (Join): k across 10 sts of second leg, CO 4 sts, k across 20 sts of first leg, CO 4 sts, k remaining 10 sts of second leg (48 sts). Join to work in the round.

Rnds 37–48: k all (Hips).

Rnd 49: *k6, k2tog* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 50–60: k all.

Rnd 61: *k5, k2tog* rep around (36 sts).

Rnds 62–66: k all.

Rnd 67: *k4, k2tog* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 68: *k3, k2tog* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 69 (Neck): *k2, k2tog* rep around (18 sts).

Rnds 70–72: k all for neck. Stuff body firmly.

Head

Rnd 73: *k2, m1* rep around (27 sts).

Rnd 74: *k3, m1* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 75: *k3, m1* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 76–96: k all. Stuff neck very firmly.

Rnd 97: *k6, k2tog* rep around (42 sts).

Rnd 98: *k5, k2tog* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 99: *k4, k2tog* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 100: *k3, k2tog* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 101: *k2, k2tog* rep around (18 sts).

Rnd 102: k2tog around (9 sts).

Cut yarn, thread through remaining stitches, pull tight.

Arms (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn, CO 8 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnds 2–24: k all.

Rnd 25: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, ssk (14 sts).

BO. Stuff lightly and sew to body.

Ears (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn, worked flat. CO 12 sts.

Rows 1–35: Stockinette stitch (knit RS, purl WS).

Row 36: ssk, k8, k2tog (10 sts).

Row 37: p all.

Row 38: ssk, k6, k2tog (8 sts).

Row 39: p all.

Row 40: ssk, k4, k2tog (6 sts).

Row 41: ssk, k2, k2tog (4 sts).

BO. Sew to head.

Mustard Yellow Sweater

Worked flat from the top down using Mustard Yellow yarn and US 4 needles.

Neck: CO 28 sts.

Rows 1–2: k1, p1 rib.

Raglan Increases:

Row 3 (RS): k5 (Front), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k10 (Back), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k5 (Front).

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5: *k to marker, m1, sm, k1, m1* repeat at all markers, k to end.

Row 6: Purl.

Repeat Rows 5–6 until sleeve sections have 14 sts.

Divide: Work Front, place Sleeve sts on holder, Work Back, place Sleeve sts on holder, Work Front.

Body: Work on body sts for 2 inches. Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Knit 6 rows. Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib. BO.

Sew back and sleeve seams.

Blackberry Moss Stitch Pinafore

Worked flat using Blackberry (Dark Purple) yarn and US 4 needles. The Moss Stitch creates a country-tweed effect.

Skirt: CO 55 sts (Odd number required for Moss Stitch).

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Moss Stitch Pattern:

Row 5: *k1, p1* rep to last st, k1.

Row 6: *p1, k1* rep to last st, p1.

Repeat Rows 5–6 until the skirt measures 3.5 inches.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* rep across (approx 42 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bib:

Row 1: BO 12 sts, work 18 sts in Moss Stitch (Bib), BO 12 sts. Cut yarn.

Rejoin yarn to the center 18 sts.

Work in Moss Stitch for 1.5 inches.

Knit 2 rows Garter. BO.

Straps: Pick up 4 sts at the top corners of the bib. Knit straps long enough to cross over the back and reach the waistband. Sew buttons to the waistband.

Lilac Babushka Headscarf

With Lilac yarn and US 4 needles.

Main Triangle:

CO 3 sts.

Row 1: k1, yo, k1, yo, k1 (5 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: k2, yo, k1, yo, k2 (7 sts).

Row 4: Purl.

Continue increasing in this manner (yarn over before and after the center stitch on RS rows) until the long edge measures approximately 10 inches.

Edging: Knit 2 rows Garter stitch. BO loosely.

Ties: Pick up 3 sts at the two corners of the long edge. Knit I-cords for 4 inches each to allow for tying under the chin.

Embroidery: Use Green, Pink, and White scraps to embroider tiny “lazy daisy” flowers scattered across the scarf.

Black Lace-up Boots

Make 2. With Black yarn and US 3 needles.

Sole: CO 10 sts. Knit 12 rows Garter. Round toe. BO.

Upper: Pick up 32 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–3: Knit all.

Rnd 4 (Toe): k10, (k2tog) 6 times, k10 (26 sts).

Rnd 5: BO all sts.

Laces: Use grey or brown embroidery thread to stitch criss-cross laces on the front.

Foraging Accessories

Knitted Jam Jar

Jar Body: With Grey/White (Glass color).

CO 8 sts. Inc to 24 sts (Base).

Knit in back loop only for 1 rnd.

Knit 10 rounds (Jar body).

Change to Dark Purple (Jam level – optional, or keep glass color). Knit 5 rounds.

Rim: Purl 1 round. Knit 1 round. Dec to 12 sts.

Lid Cover: With Red.

CO 30 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: *kfb* in every st (60 sts – Ruffle).

Rnd 2: Purl.

Rnd 3: k2tog around (30 sts).

Rnd 4: k2tog around (15 sts).

Sew this ruffled “fabric” piece to the top of the jar. Tie a piece of twine around the neck of the jar.

Red Squirrel with Acorn

With Rust/Auburn yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 6 sts. Inc to 12. Knit 6 rounds. Dec to 6. Stuff. Close.

Head: CO 5 sts. Inc to 10. Knit 3 rounds. Dec to 5. Stuff. Close. Sew to body.

Tail: CO 4 sts. Knit loop stitch (for bushiness) or simple stockinette for 2 inches. Sew to back, curving upwards.

Ears: Tiny triangles sewn to head.

Acorn: With Tan, knit a tiny bobble. Sew to the squirrel’s paws.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider bright, harvesting eyes. Use brown thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the mustard sweater. Layer the blackberry pinafore over it. Put on the black boots. Place the lilac headscarf on the head and tie under the chin.
• Props: Place the jam jar in the bunny’s hand or by her side. Position the squirrel nearby.

Your “Berry Picker” Bunny is ready for the harvest! Happy knitting.