Her wardrobe is a nod to traditional folk wear, featuring a stunning palette of Cobalt Blue, Golden Brown, and Crisp White. She is dressed in a classic Bavarian Dirndl, a pinafore-style dress in deep blue featuring a corseted bodice with delicate lacing details. Underneath, she wears a White Puff-Sleeve Blouse that adds a touch of softness and volume to her silhouette. Her hair (or ears!) is adorned with a Straw Yellow Braided Headband, resembling the golden wheat of the harvest. On her feet, she wears practical and stylish Black Mary Jane Shoes.

She carries the signature item of her trade: a perfectly knotted Soft Pretzel, knitted in a rich golden dough color and embroidered with specks of “salt.” Trotting loyally by her side is a charming Dachshund (Sausage Dog), whose long body and short legs make him the cutest companion for a baker.

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)
• I-cord – A narrow tube of knitting.
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Cobalt Blue, White, Golden Brown, Black, Straw Yellow, Rust Brown for dog)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Cobalt Blue: Approx. 35g for the dirndl dress.
  • White: Approx. 25g for the blouse and salt embroidery.
  • Golden Brown (Bakery hue): Approx. 15g for the pretzel.
  • Rust Brown: Approx. 20g for the dachshund.
  • Straw Yellow: Approx. 10g for the headband.
  • Black: Approx. 10g for the shoes.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Pretzel, Dog).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes).

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.
• White Blouse: Worked flat or in the round. The key feature is the “puff” sleeve, achieved by increasing stitches rapidly at the shoulder and then gathering them back in at the cuff.
• Dirndl (Pinafore): Worked flat from the bottom up. The skirt is gathered at the waist. The bodice features a square neckline and decorative lacing added after knitting.
• Braided Headband: Constructed from three separate I-cords braided together.
• Pretzel: A long tube filled with stuffing and tied into the classic knot shape.
• Dachshund: A modified body shape—long and tubular with short, stubby 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.

White Puff-Sleeve Blouse

Worked flat using White yarn and US 4 needles. This is worn under the blue dress.

Body: CO 36 sts.

Rows 1–6: Stockinette stitch.

Row 7: *k2, m1* across (48 sts – Increases for chest).

Rows 8–14: Stockinette stitch.

Divide for Sleeves:

Next Row: k8 (Back), place marker, k10 (Sleeve), place marker, k12 (Front), place marker, k10 (Sleeve), place marker, k8 (Back).

Sleeve Shaping (The Puff):

Work only on the 10 sleeve stitches.

Row 1: *k1, m1* across (20 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k2, m1* across (30 sts).

Rows 4–8: Stockinette stitch.

Row 9 (Cuff): *k2tog* across (15 sts).

Rows 10–11: Garter stitch. BO sleeve.

Repeat for the second sleeve.

BO the body stitches. Sew sleeve seams and back seam.

Cobalt Blue Dirndl (Dress)

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

Skirt: CO 60 sts.

Rows 1–3: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rows 4–28: Stockinette stitch.

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

Waistband: Work 6 rows k1, p1 rib (This cinches the waist).

Bib/Bodice:

BO 10 sts, k25, BO 10 sts.

Rejoin yarn to the center 25 sts.

Rows 1–12: Stockinette stitch with a 2-stitch Garter border at each side.

Row 13: Knit.

Row 14: Knit. BO.

Straps: Pick up 4 sts at the top corners of the bib. Knit straps approx 5 inches long. Cross them at the back and sew to the waistband.

Corset Lacing Detail:

Using a tapestry needle and White yarn, embroider criss-cross “X” shapes on the front of the blue bodice to simulate corset lacing. Tie a small bow at the bottom of the laces.

Straw Braided Headband

With Straw Yellow yarn and US 3 needles.

Make 3 I-Cords:

CO 4 sts. Knit an I-cord approx 12 inches long. BO.

Assembly:

Sew the three ends together. Braid the three cords neatly. Sew the finishing ends together.

Wrap around the bunny’s head (over the ears) and sew the two ends of the braid together at the nape of the neck to form a ring.

Black Mary Jane Shoes

Make 2. With Black 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.

Bakery Accessories

The Soft Pretzel

With Golden Brown yarn and US 3 needles.

Dough Tube:

CO 6 sts.

Work in I-cord (or stockinette in the round) for approximately 10 inches.

BO.

Assembly:

1. Stuff the tube lightly with fiberfill (use a chopstick to help push it through).

2. Form a “U” shape.

3. Twist the ends around each other once.

4. Bring the ends down and sew them to the bottom curve of the “U” to form the classic pretzel knot.

Salt: Using White yarn, embroider small French knots scattered over the top surface.

The Dachshund (Sausage Dog)

With Rust Brown yarn and US 3 needles.

Body (The Sausage):

CO 10 sts. Inc to 18 sts.

Knit 25 rounds (Long body).

Dec to 10 sts. Stuff firmly. Close.

Head:

Pick up 10 sts from the neck area. Inc to 16.

Knit 6 rounds.

Dec to 8 sts (Snout).

Knit 2 rounds. Close.

Ears (Make 2):

CO 4 sts. Knit 6 rows Garter. Dec to 2. BO. Sew to sides of head (floppy).

Legs (Make 4):

CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for 1 inch. Sew to the underside of the body (short and stubby).

Tail: Knit a skinny 1.5-inch I-cord tail.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider kind, welcoming eyes. Use brown or pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the white blouse first. Layer the blue dirndl over it. Put on the black shoes. Place the braided headband on the head.
• Props: Tack the pretzel to the bunny’s hand. Position the dachshund standing faithfully by her side.

Your “Soft Pretzel” Bunny is ready for the bakery! Happy knitting.