Her wardrobe is a celebration of the “Boho” aesthetic, featuring a rich, earthy, and jewel-toned palette of Deep Purple, Burnt Orange, Forest Green, and Mustard Gold. She wears a spectacular Patchwork Maxi Dress that sweeps the floor, constructed from tiers of contrasting colors to create a festive, scrappy look. Draped loosely over her shoulders is a Purple Fringed Shawl, perfect for cool evenings by the campfire. Her hair is wrapped in a chic Orange Turban, twisted elegantly at the front. On her feet, she wears simple, comfortable Flat Sandals for walking long roads.

She is the life of the party, carrying a handcrafted Tambourine adorned with silver “jingles” and trailing colorful ribbons that dance as she moves. Her constant companion is a mischievous Baby Goat, a nod to the animals often found in traveling troupes, skipping happily by her side.

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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 (Purple, Burnt Orange, Forest Green, Mustard Gold, Brown, Silver/Grey)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Deep Purple: Approx. 30g for the shawl and dress tier.
  • Burnt Orange: Approx. 25g for the turban and dress tier.
  • Forest Green: Approx. 20g for the dress tier.
  • Mustard Gold: Approx. 20g for the dress tier.
  • Brown: Approx. 15g for sandals and tambourine rim.
  • Grey/White: Approx. 20g for the goat.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Goat, Tambourine).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), silver sequins or beads (for tambourine), satin ribbons (narrow width), cardboard circle.

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 sandals to the top of the turban.

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.
• Patchwork Maxi Dress: Worked flat to allow for easy color changes. The skirt is constructed in horizontal tiers of different colors to simulate a patchwork effect, gathered at the waist.
• Purple Shawl: A triangle worked from the top down, finished with a knotted fringe.
• Orange Turban: A textured strip sewn with a twist at the front.
• Tambourine: Two flat circles sewn together around a stiffener, decorated with embroidery and ribbons.
• Baby Goat: A shaped toy with small horns and a beard.

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.

Bohemian Patchwork Maxi Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using US 4 needles. We create the “patchwork” effect by knitting horizontal tiers in different colors. This skirt should be long, reaching the ankles.

Tier 1 (Bottom – Forest Green):

CO 70 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch.

Rows 5–16: Stockinette stitch. Break Green.

Tier 2 (Mustard Gold):

Join Gold yarn.

Rows 17–28: Stockinette stitch. Break Gold.

Tier 3 (Burnt Orange):

Join Orange yarn.

Rows 29–40: Stockinette stitch. Break Orange.

Tier 4 (Deep Purple):

Join Purple yarn.

Rows 41–52: Stockinette stitch.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* rep across (approx 47 sts).

Bodice:

Continue in Deep Purple.

Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib (Waistband).

Work 8 rows Stockinette stitch.

Armholes:

Row 1: k10 (Back), BO 4, k19 (Front), BO 4, k10 (Back).

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

Finishing: Sew the back seam all the way down. The resulting skirt will look like a vibrant, striped boho skirt.

Purple Fringed Shawl

Worked flat using Deep Purple yarn and US 4 needles.

Cast On: 3 sts.

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

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: k1, yo, k to center st, yo, k1 (center), yo, k to last st, yo, k1.

Row 4: Purl.

Repeat Rows 3–4 until the triangle is large enough to wrap generously around the shoulders (approx 9 inches wide).

BO loosely.

Fringe: Cut strands of purple yarn approx 3 inches long. Fold them in half and use a crochet hook to knot them into the two angled edges of the shawl. Trim evenly.

Orange Turban

With Burnt Orange yarn and US 3 needles.

Strip: CO 14 sts.

Work in a textured stitch (e.g., Moss Stitch: Row 1 *k1, p1*, Row 2 *p1, k1*) for approx 10 inches.

Assembly:

1. Wrap the strip around the bunny’s head.

2. Twist the two ends once at the center of the forehead (interlocking them).

3. Bring the ends to the back of the head and sew them together.

4. Tack the twist at the front to hold it flat against the forehead.

Flat Sandals

Make 2. With Brown yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Straps:

1. Toe Strap: Pick up 4 sts on one side of toe. Knit a strip to reach the other side. Sew down.

2. Ankle Strap: Pick up 4 sts at heel. Knit a long strip to wrap around ankle. Fasten with a stitch.

Boho Accessories

The Tambourine

Skin (Center): With Oatmeal or Beige yarn.

CO 6 sts. Inc to 24 sts (Flat circle). BO. Make 2.

Rim: With Brown yarn.

Pick up 24 sts around the edge of one circle. Knit 2 rounds. BO.

Repeat for the second circle.

Assembly:

Cut a circle of cardboard slightly smaller than the knitted circles.

Sew the two pieces together with the cardboard inside. The brown rims should meet on the outside.

Jingles: Sew small silver sequins or beads around the brown rim to represent the metal disks.

Ribbons: Cut thin strips of colorful satin ribbon (Purple, Orange, Green). Tie them to the bottom of the tambourine so they hang down freely.

The Baby Goat (Kid)

With Grey or White yarn.

Body: CO 10 sts. Inc to 18. Knit 10 rounds. Dec to 10. Stuff. Close.

Head: Pick up 8 sts. Inc to 14. Knit 4 rounds. Dec to 6. Close.

Legs (Make 4): CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for 1.5 inches. Sew to body.

Ears: Small floppy triangles on side of head.

Horns: With Brown or Beige. Pick up 2 sts on top of head. Knit 3 rows I-cord. (Tiny nubs).

Beard: Attach a few loops of yarn under the chin and trim to look like a little goatee beard.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider free-spirited, happy eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the patchwork maxi dress. Put on the sandals. Wrap the purple shawl around the shoulders. Place the orange turban on the head.
• Props: Loop the tambourine over the bunny’s arm (tack with thread). Position the playful goat prancing near her feet.

Your “Tambourine Gypsy” Bunny is ready to dance to the beat of her own drum! Happy knitting.