Her wardrobe is a delicate composition of Ballerina Pink, Creamy Lace, and Antique Gold. She performs in a breathtaking Pink Mohair Ballerina Dress, where the fine, fuzzy yarn creates a sheer, tulle-like effect reminiscent of a stage costume. To keep her muscles warm after the performance, she drapes a Cream Lace Shawl over her shoulders, pinned with a tiny flower brooch. Her hair is swept back with a Rose Headband, and she dances in Pink Ballet Flats laced with satin ribbons. She treasures her most prized possession: a knitted Mahogany Music Box with a tiny spinning dancer. Her constant admirer is a sophisticated White Cat, wearing a collar of pearls.

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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
• Mohair – A silk/goat hair blend yarn that is fluffy and creates a halo effect.
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Ballerina Pink, Cream, Mahogany Brown, White)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn (except for dress):
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Ballerina Pink (Mohair/Lace weight): Approx. 20g. Use a Silk Mohair blend to create the “tulle” fabric of the dress.
  • Ballerina Pink (DK): Scrap for the shoes.
  • Cream: Approx. 15g for the shawl.
  • Mahogany Brown: Approx. 20g for the music box.
  • White: Approx. 20g for the cat.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Cat, Box).
  • US 5 or 6 (3.75 – 4.0 mm) Straight needles (For the Mohair dress to keep it airy).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss, pink satin ribbon (approx. 1 yard for shoe ties), small beads (for cat necklace), cardboard (to stiffen the music box).

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on US 3 needles (for the body).
• Finished Size: Approximately 14 inches (36 cm) tall from ballet flats 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.
• Ballerina Dress: Worked flat using larger needles and fine Mohair yarn. This combination creates a see-through, ethereal fabric that looks like tulle.
• Lace Shawl: A triangular shawl worked from the top center down, using yarn overs to create a lace mesh.
• Accessories: The Music Box is a structured cube with a lid; the Cat is a shaped soft 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.

Ballerina Pink Mohair Dress

Worked flat using Pink Mohair yarn and Larger Needles (US 5 or 6) to create an airy, tulle-like fabric.

Skirt (The Tutu):

CO 90 sts (Loose cast on).

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Delicate hem).

Rows 5–28: Stockinette stitch. The fabric should be translucent and haloed.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k1, k2tog* repeat across (60 sts).

Next Row (WS): Purl.

Next Row (RS): *k2tog* repeat across (30 sts). Now the skirt is gathered tightly.

Waistband: Change to US 3 needles (for structure).

Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice:

Row 1: k7 (Back), BO 3, k10 (Front), BO 3, k7 (Back).

Work the Front panel for 8 rows in Stockinette. BO.

Work the Back panels for 8 rows. BO.

Straps: Make thin I-cord straps or use ribbon to connect the front and back at the shoulders.

Finishing: Sew the back seam of the skirt up to the waist. The Mohair will drape beautifully like a vintage ballet costume.

Cream Lace Shawl

Worked flat using Cream yarn and US 4 needles.

Cast On: 3 sts.

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

Row 2: Purl all.

Row 3: k1, yo, k3, yo, k1 (7 sts).

Row 4: Purl all.

Row 5: k1, yo, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, yo, k1 (11 sts).

Row 6: Purl all.

General Pattern: Continue increasing by 4 stitches every RS row (yo at edges and either side of the center stitch) until the shawl is wide enough to wrap around the bunny’s shoulders (approx 40 sts wide).

Lace Edge: Work 4 rows of *k2tog, yo* mesh pattern. BO loosely.

Detail: Sew a small embroidered flower or bead to the front to act as a brooch closure.

Pink Ballet Flats with Ribbons

Make 2. With Pink DK yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Upper: Pick up 32 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–2: Knit all.

Rnd 3: Purl (Sole definition).

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

Rnd 5: BO all sts.

Ribbons: Cut two lengths of pink satin ribbon (approx 12 inches each). Sew the midpoint of the ribbon to the back heel of the shoe. Cross the ribbons over the instep and wrap around the bunny’s ankle, tying in a bow at the back or side.

Rose Headband

Band: With Pink yarn, CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord to fit head. Join ends.

Silk Rose (Knitted version):

CO 30 sts.

Row 1: Knit.

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k1, yo, k1, drop next st* across (creates loose loops).

Row 4: Knit. BO.

Roll this loose strip into a rosette shape, stitching the base secure. Sew to the headband.

Keepsake Accessories

Mahogany Music Box

With Mahogany Brown yarn.

Box Body:

CO 16 sts.

Work in Stockinette for 20 rows.

Sides: Pick up stitches along all 4 sides of this rectangle. Knit 5 rounds (Box depth). Purl 1 round (turning edge). Knit 2 rounds. BO.

Insert a piece of cardboard cut to size inside the box to keep it rectangular and flat.

Lid:

CO 16 sts. Work Stockinette for 20 rows.

Work 4 rows Garter Stitch (Border). BO.

Sew one long edge of the lid to the back of the box body.

Tiny Ballerina:

Use a scrap of Pink yarn to make a tiny bobble (body) and a smaller White bobble (head). Embroider a tutu. Glue or sew this to a toothpick or wire and insert into the center of the box so she stands up.

White Pearl Cat

With White yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 10 sts. Inc to 20. Knit 10 rounds.

Dec to 10. Stuff. Close.

Head: Pick up 8 sts. Inc to 16. Knit 5 rounds. Dec to 8. Close.

Ears: Pick up 3 sts. Knit 3 rows. Pointed.

Tail: Knit a fluffy white I-cord.

Necklace: Thread small pearl beads onto a piece of white thread and tie around the cat’s neck. This adds the “aristocratic” touch.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider delicate, refined eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the mohair dress (be gentle with the fuzz). Put on the ballet flats and tie the ribbons criss-cross up the ankles. Drape the shawl over the shoulders and secure. Place the rose headband on.
• Props: Place the music box near the bunny or in her lap. Position the white cat regally beside her.

Your “Vintage Music Box” Bunny is ready to dance in your dreams! Happy knitting.