Her wardrobe is a study in luxury and texture, designed with a palette of Pearly White, Soft Sand, and Aqua Blue. Unlike rustic styles, this bunny is dressed for an elegant seaside promenade. She wears a shimmering Pearly White Silk-Blend Dress, distinguished by a collar intricately hand-beaded with tiny pearls. To protect against the sea breeze, she wraps herself in a delicate Aqua Net Shawl, knitted in an openwork mesh that reminisces of a mermaid’s fishing net. Her head is crowned with a Pearl-Encrusted Headband, and she steps softly in Sand-Colored Shoes.

She carries the ultimate prize of the ocean: a knitted Clamshell Purse that opens to reveal a single, lustrous pearl. Scuttling by her side is a vibrant pop of color—a tiny, friendly Coral Orange Crab.

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 (Pearly White, Aqua Blue, Sand/Beige, Coral Orange)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Pearly White: Approx. 35g for the dress. Tip: Use a bamboo or silk blend yarn for a glossy, shell-like sheen.
  • Aqua Blue: Approx. 20g for the shawl and headband base.
  • Sand/Tan: Approx. 15g for shoes and shell purse.
  • Coral/Orange: Approx. 10g for the crab.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Crab, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), white pearl beads (small for collar/headband, one large for the shell), sewing needle and white thread.

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 tips of the ears.

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.
• Pearl Dress: Worked flat from the bottom up. The fabric should be smooth (Stockinette) to highlight the yarn’s sheen. Pearls are sewn onto the neckline after knitting.
• Net Shawl: Worked flat using large needles or a loose gauge mesh pattern (yarn overs) to create the “fishing net” look.
• Accessories: The Shell is two ribbed semicircles joined together; the Crab is a small oval with I-cord appendages.

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.

Pearly White Silk Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using Pearly White (Silk or Bamboo blend preferred) yarn and US 4 needles.

Skirt: CO 64 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rows 5–32: Work in Stockinette stitch. The smooth fabric mimics the luster of a pearl.

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

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice: Work 8 rows Stockinette.

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.

Beading Decoration:

Sew the shoulder seams and the back seam up to the waist.

Using a sewing needle and white thread, sew tiny white pearl beads closely together all along the neckline of the dress. This creates the “pearl necklace” effect integrated into the garment.

Aqua Net Shawl

Worked flat using Aqua Blue yarn and US 4 needles (or larger US 5 needles for a looser net).

Construction: Triangular shape.

Cast On: 3 sts.

Row 1: Knit.

Row 2 (Increase): k1, yo, k1, yo, k1 (5 sts).

Row 3: Knit all.

Row 4: k1, yo, knit to last st, yo, k1.

Row 5: Knit all.

Net Pattern Row: k2, *yo, k2tog* repeat to last 2 sts, k2.

Alternate Row: Knit all, increasing 1 st at each end via yarn over.

Repeat the Net Pattern and Increase rows until the shawl is wide enough to drape over the arms (approx 11 inches).

Bind Off: BO loosely in knit.

Pearl Headband

With Aqua Blue or White yarn.

CO 6 sts. Knit in Garter stitch until the strip fits around the bunny’s head (approx 10 inches). BO.

Sew the ends together.

Decoration: Sew medium-sized faux pearls in a line along the top of the headband.

Sand Mary Janes

Make 2. With Sand/Tan 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.

Ocean Treasures Accessories

Clamshell Purse

With Sand yarn. Make 2 pieces.

Shell Half:

CO 12 sts.

Row 1: *kfb* in every st (24 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k1, kfb* across (36 sts).

Rows 4–8: Work in Stockinette, but purl every 4th stitch on the RS (and knit it on WS) to create vertical ridges/grooves mimicking a scallop shell.

Rows 9–10: Knit all (Garter ridge edge).

BO.

Assembly: Sew the two halves together along the curved bottom edge (the hinge). Sew a large pearl bead inside the bottom half. You can add a small loop and button to close it, or leave it slightly open to show the pearl. Add a braided yarn strap.

Tiny Coral Crab

With Coral/Orange yarn and US 3 needles.

Body (Carapace): CO 6 sts. Inc to 18. Knit 5 rounds. Dec to 6. Stuff lightly. Close to form a flat oval.

Legs (Make 6): CO 3 sts. Knit I-cord for 1 inch. Sew 3 to each side.

Claws (Make 2):

CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for 0.5 inch.

Inc to 8 sts. Knit 2 rounds. Dec to 4. Close.

Sew claws to the front of the body.

Eyes: Embroider two tiny black dots on stalks (French knots) on the top front.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider serene, elegant eyes. Use pink or sand thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the pearly white dress. Place the pearl headband on the head. Put on the sand shoes. Drape the aqua net shawl over the shoulders.
• Props: Hang the shell purse on the bunny’s arm. Place the coral crab near her feet.

Your “Pearl Diver” Bunny is ready to discover the ocean’s secrets! Happy knitting.