Her wardrobe is a breath of fresh air, utilizing the serene colors of the sky and clouds. She wears a pristine White Dress, featuring a skirt knitted in a delicate Eyelet Lace pattern that makes the fabric look light and airy. Over this, she layers a Baby Blue Cardigan. This isn’t just any sweater; the round neckline is hand-embroidered with tiny Lemon Yellow French Knots, mimicking the centers of forget-me-not flowers scattered around her shoulders. Framing her sweet face is a classic Baby Blue Bonnet, finished with a soft White Ruffled Brim. On her feet, she wears matching Baby Blue Mary Janes.

She keeps her secrets close to her heart with a tiny knitted Heart Locket Necklace. Visiting her from the garden is a delicate Dragonfly with shimmering teal wings, resting gently on her arm.

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

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)
• yo – yarn over
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Baby Blue, White, Lemon Yellow, Teal/Mint for dragonfly)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Pure White: Approx. 35g for the dress and bonnet ruffle.
  • Baby Blue: Approx. 35g for the cardigan, bonnet, and shoes.
  • Lemon Yellow: Small scrap for embroidery.
  • Teal/Mint/Aqua: Small scrap for the dragonfly wings.
  • Beige/Tan: Small scrap for the locket (or color of choice).
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes/nose), 3 small buttons (cardigan), thin cord or thread for the necklace.

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 shoes to the top of the bonnet.

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 one continuous piece. Arms and ears are knitted separately and sewn on.
• Eyelet Lace Dress: Worked flat from the bottom up. The skirt utilizes a simple yarn-over pattern to create decorative holes (eyelets) before gathering at the waist.
• Cardigan: Worked flat from the top down (raglan style). The embroidery is added after knitting.
• Bonnet: Worked flat to frame the face, with a back shaping section. The white ruffle is knitted onto the front edge.
• Accessories: The Locket is a tiny heart shape; the Dragonfly has a tubular body and flat wings.

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.

White Eyelet Lace Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using White yarn and US 4 needles.

Skirt: CO 64 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Eyelet Pattern Section:

Row 1 (RS): k2, *k2tog, yo, k2* repeat to last 2 sts, k2.

Row 2 (WS): Purl all.

Row 3: Knit all.

Row 4: Purl all.

Row 5: k4, *k2tog, yo, k2* repeat to end.

Row 6: Purl all.

Row 7: Knit all.

Row 8: Purl all.

Repeat these 8 rows until the skirt measures 3.5 inches. The staggered eyelets create a light, lacey texture.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* rep across (48 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice: Work 8 rows Stockinette (Smooth fabric).

Armhole Shaping:

Row 1: k10 (Back), BO 4, k20 (Front), BO 4, k10 (Back).

Work the three sections separately for 8 rows. BO all sections.

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew back seam up to the waist. Add a small button or snap.

Baby Blue Cardigan with Flower Neck

Worked flat from top down using Baby Blue 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.

Increase Rows:

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.

Hem: Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Knit 6 rows. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sew sleeve seams.

Embroidery (The “Forget-Me-Not” Detail):

Using Lemon Yellow embroidery floss, stitch tiny French Knots evenly spaced around the neckline of the cardigan. These represent the yellow centers of blue forget-me-nots.

Blue Bonnet with White Ruffle

With Baby Blue yarn and US 3 needles.

Bonnet Body: CO 42 sts.

Work in Stockinette stitch for 2.5 inches.

Back Shaping:

Row 1: *k4, k2tog* across.

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k3, k2tog* across.

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5: *k2, k2tog* across.

Row 6: Purl.

Row 7: *k1, k2tog* across.

Cut yarn, draw through remaining sts. Sew back seam.

White Ruffle Brim:

With White yarn, pick up 42 sts along the front cast-on edge.

Row 1: *kfb* in every st (84 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k1, yo, k2tog* (Eyelet row for texture).

Row 4: Knit (creates a ridge).

Row 5: BO loosely.

Ties: Attach blue yarn braided ties to the corners.

Baby Blue Mary Janes

Make 2. With Baby Blue 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.

Strap: Chain a small strap across the instep and secure with a button.

Accessories of Memory

Heart Locket Necklace

With Beige/Tan (or gold-colored) yarn.

Make 2 tiny hearts:

CO 2 sts.

Row 1: kfb, kfb (4 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: kfb, k2, kfb (6 sts).

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5: k3, turn. Purl 3. k3tog. Fasten off.

Rejoin to remaining 3 sts. k3. Purl 3. k3tog. Fasten off.

Assembly: Sew the two flat hearts together. Thread a piece of brown yarn through the top to create the necklace loop.

Delicate Dragonfly

Body: With Teal or Blue yarn. CO 3 sts. Knit an I-cord for 2.5 inches.

Head: Inc to 6 sts. Knit 2 rows. Dec to 3. Close.

Wings (Make 2 Large, 2 Small):

With Aqua/Mint yarn (or a lighter shade).

Large Wing: CO 6 sts. BO. (Simple strip).

Small Wing: CO 4 sts. BO.

Assembly: Sew the strips into loops (teardrop shape) and attach them to the sides of the dragonfly body. Use metallic thread if you have it for a shimmer effect.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider gentle, nostalgic eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the white lace dress. Layer the blue cardigan over it (admire the yellow dots!). Put on the blue shoes. Place the bonnet on the head, letting the white ruffle frame the face.
• Props: Hang the locket around the bunny’s neck. Tack the dragonfly to her sleeve or cardigan.

Your “Forget-Me-Not” Bunny is ready to hold your dearest memories! Happy knitting.