Her attire is practical yet beautiful, reflecting the colors of her trade. She wears a soft Mint Green Dress, embroidered with simple healing leaves. Over this, she ties a utilitarian Burlap Brown Half-Apron, featuring two large pockets deep enough to hold dried roots and clippings. To ward off the chill of the drying room, she wears a sunny Chamomile Yellow Cardigan. Her head is covered by a modest Ivory Kerchief tied under the chin, keeping her fur tidy while she works. On her feet, she wears traditional wooden-style Brown Clogs. She carries her latest blend in a knitted Vintage Tea Tin labeled “Tea” and is accompanied by a very sleepy Dormouse, who seems to have had a sip too much of the relaxation blend.

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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)
• yo – yarn over
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Mint Green, Chamomile Yellow, Burlap/Tan, Ivory, Dark Brown, Grey)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Mint Green: Approx. 35g for the dress.
  • Chamomile Yellow: Approx. 30g for the cardigan.
  • Burlap Brown (Tan/Light Brown): Approx. 20g for the apron and dormouse.
  • Ivory/Off-White: Approx. 15g for the kerchief.
  • Dark Brown/Wood: Approx. 10g for the clogs.
  • Grey/Silver/Pastel: Approx. 15g for the tea tin.
• 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), green embroidery floss (leaves), piece of cardboard (for tea tin structure).

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 clogs 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 one continuous piece. Arms and ears are knitted separately and sewn on.
• Mint Dress: Worked flat from the bottom up. A simple silhouette that serves as a base for embroidery.
• Half Apron: A rectangular piece worked flat with pockets added, attached to a waistband with long ties.
• Cardigan: Worked flat from the top down (raglan style).
• Clogs: Worked in the round with a defined sole and a closed toe, mimicking the shape of wooden sabots.
• Accessories: The Tea Tin is a cube; the Dormouse is a small, curled creature.

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.

Mint Green Herbalist Dress

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

Skirt: CO 60 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rows 5–30: Work in Stockinette stitch.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* rep across (45 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice: Work 8 rows Stockinette.

Armhole Shaping:

Row 1: k10 (Back), BO 4, k17 (Front), BO 4, k10 (Back).

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

Embroidery:

Before sewing the back seam, embroider simple vines or single leaves scattered across the skirt using Dark Green floss. This represents the herbs she collects.

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew back seam up to the waist.

Burlap Half-Apron

Worked flat using Burlap/Tan yarn and US 4 needles. This is a waist apron, not a full pinafore.

Apron Body: CO 36 sts.

Rows 1–3: Garter stitch.

Rows 4–24: Stockinette stitch (keep first and last 2 sts in Garter for neat edges).

Waistband & Ties:

Row 25 (Decrease): *k1, k2tog* across (24 sts).

Next Row: Cast on 30 sts (Tie 1), knit across 24 apron sts, Cast on 30 sts (Tie 2).

Knit 2 rows across all sts. BO.

Pockets (Make 2):

CO 8 sts. Work in Stockinette for 1.5 inches. BO.

Sew these patches onto the front of the apron. Fill them with tiny bits of green yarn to look like leaves.

Chamomile Yellow Cardigan

Worked flat from top down using Chamomile 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 Garter Stitch. BO.

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

Sew sleeve seams.

Ivory Kerchief

With Ivory yarn and US 4 needles.

Cast On: 3 sts.

Row 1: Knit.

Row 2: k1, yo, knit to last st, yo, k1.

Repeat Row 2 until the triangle is wide enough to cover the head (approx 9 inches wide).

Edging: Knit 2 rows Garter stitch. BO loosely.

Ties: Pick up stitches at the corners and knit long I-cords to tie under the chin.

Wood Brown Clogs (Sabots)

Make 2. With Dark Brown yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Upper: Pick up 34 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–2: Knit all.

Rnd 3: Purl all (Mock sole line).

Rnd 4 (Toe): k11, (k2tog) 6 times, k11 (28 sts).

Rnd 5: k11, (k2tog) 3 times, k11 (25 sts).

Rnd 6: BO all sts.

Note: Clogs usually have a slightly open heel, but for a doll, a closed heel stays on better. You can embroider “staples” on the side with silver thread for a realistic touch.

Herbalist Accessories

Vintage Tea Tin

With Grey/Silver or a pastel color (like Sage or Pale Blue) yarn.

Sides: CO 40 sts. Join in round.

Knit in Stockinette for 1.5 inches.

Purl 1 round (Top edge).

Knit 1 round. BO.

Base/Lid (Make 2): CO 10 sts. Knit 10 rows (Square). BO.

Assembly: Sew the base to the bottom of the tube. Insert a piece of cardboard cut to size to keep it square. Sew the lid on (or leave it hinged on one side).

Label: Embroider the word “TEA” on the front in a contrasting color, or knit a tiny beige rectangle, embroider “TEA” on it, and sew it to the tin.

Sleepy Dormouse

With Burlap/Tan yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Head: Inc to 10 sts. Knit 3 rounds. Dec to 5. Close.

Ears: Pick up 2 sts on head. Knit 1 row. BO. (Rounded ears).

Tail: CO 3 sts. Knit a long I-cord (3 inches). Sew to body.

Face: Embroider sleepy eyes (closed “U” shape) and a pink nose. Curl the tail around the body and stitch in place so he looks asleep.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider calm, knowledgeable eyes. Use brown thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the mint dress. Tie the burlap apron around the waist. Layer the yellow cardigan over it. Put on the brown clogs. Tie the ivory kerchief over the head.
• Props: Place the tea tin in the bunny’s hand. Nest the sleepy dormouse in the large apron pocket or by her feet.

Your “Herbal Tea Blender” Bunny is ready to mix a soothing brew! Happy knitting.