Her wardrobe is designed with a bold, cheerful palette of Bright Red, Deep Navy Blue, and Garden Green. She wears a practical yet lovely Navy Blue Dress, the hem of which is affectionately hand-embroidered with a chain of white daisies. To keep her core warm while she works, she layers a Green Gilet (Vest) with a striking red border over her dress. Her ears are protected from the sun (and stray leaves) by a White Floral Kerchief, and she stomps around the garden in sturdy Bright Red Shoes.

She is never alone in her gardening duties. She carries a precious, miniature Garden Gnome doll, complete with a tall red hat and a long white beard, serving as her lucky charm. Hopping along beside her is a loyal little Green Frog, ready to catch any flies that buzz too close.

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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
• I-cord – A narrow tube of knitting used for limbs or trims.
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Navy Blue, Garden Green, Bright Red, White, Black, Yellow)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Navy Blue: Approx. 35g for the dress.
  • Garden Green: Approx. 25g for the vest and frog.
  • Bright Red: Approx. 20g for shoes, gnome hat, and vest trim.
  • White: Approx. 15g for the kerchief and embroidery.
  • Scraps: Peach/Flesh tone for gnome face, Yellow for flower centers.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Toys).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), white embroidery floss (daisies).

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.
• Daisy Dress: Worked flat from the bottom up. The skirt is wide to allow for the embroidery, decreasing at the waist.
• Green Vest: Worked flat in one piece to the armholes, then divided. The red trim is added last.
• Kerchief: A simple triangular shape, either knitted or cut from fabric.
• Accessories: The Gnome is a multi-part miniature; the Frog is a small shaped body with attached legs.

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.

Navy Blue Daisy Dress

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

Skirt: CO 60 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Skirt Body:

Rows 5–30: Work in Stockinette stitch. This dark canvas is perfect for the white flowers.

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.

Daisy Embroidery:

Using White yarn or embroidery floss, stitch “Lazy Daisy” flowers spaced evenly along the hemline (about 1 inch up from the bottom). Use Yellow floss for a French Knot in the center of each flower. Add tiny Green straight stitches for stems/leaves if desired.

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

Green Garden Vest with Red Trim

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

Body: CO 48 sts.

Rows 1–2: Garter stitch.

Rows 3–14: Stockinette stitch.

Divide for Armholes:

Next Row: k11 (Front), BO 4, k18 (Back), BO 4, k11 (Front).

Work the Back section for 10 rows. BO.

Work the Front sections for 10 rows. BO.

Finishing & Red Trim:

Sew the shoulder seams.

With Bright Red yarn, pick up and knit stitches along the entire front opening and neck edge. Knit 2 rows Garter stitch. BO loosely. This creates the distinct red outline shown in the image.

White Floral Kerchief

This can be made of fabric for an authentic look, or knitted.

Knitted Version: With White yarn and US 4 needles.

CO 2 sts.

Row 1: kfb, knit to end.

Repeat Row 1 until the side edge measures 9 inches. BO loosely.

Decoration: Embroider tiny red and pink flowers randomly over the white triangle.

Bright Red Garden Shoes

Make 2. With Bright Red 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.

Whimsical Accessories

Miniature Garden Gnome

Body: With Bright Blue (Tunic).

CO 12 sts. Join in round. Knit 6 rounds.

Face: Change to Flesh/Peach. Knit 4 rounds.

Hat: Change to Bright Red.

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *k2, k2tog* around (9 sts).

Rnd 3: Knit.

Rnd 4: *k1, k2tog* around (6 sts).

Rnds 5-7: Knit (Tall point).

Dec to 3 sts. Pull tight.

Details:

Stuff the body/head. Sew the bottom closed with Black yarn (feet).

Beard: Using White yarn, create loops (turkey work) or sew on small strands of yarn around the chin area to make a fluffy beard. Embroider eyes above the beard.

Little Green Frog

With Garden Green yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 6 sts. Inc to 12. Knit 5 rounds. Dec to 6. Stuff lightly. Close to form a round ball.

Legs (Make 2):

CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for 1.5 inches.

Fold the I-cord in a “Z” shape to look like a bent frog leg and sew to the sides of the body.

Eyes:

Make 2 tiny bobbles on top of the head using Green yarn. Embroider black pupils.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider cheerful, outdoor-loving eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the navy daisy dress. Layer the green vest over it. Put on the red shoes. Tie the floral kerchief over the head.
• Props: Place the miniature gnome in the bunny’s hand (tack with thread). Position the green frog by her feet.

Your “Garden Gnome Friend” Bunny is ready to tend the patch! Happy knitting.