The Starry Night Bunny evokes the mystery and magic of a clear midnight sky. She is dressed in a deep midnight blue dress, hand-embroidered with gold stars and cross-stitches that twinkle against the dark fabric. To ward off the evening chill, she wears a shimmering silver-gray shawl draped elegantly over her shoulders. Her outfit is accented with a striking mustard yellow beret and matching tights, paired with sparkling silver ballet flats. She carries a handheld lantern to light her path and is accompanied by a wise woodland owl.

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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)
• m1 – make 1 (lifted increase)
• k2tog – knit 2 together
• ssk – slip, slip, knit
• yo – yarn over
• rem – remaining
• rep – repeat

Materials

• DK or Light Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Heathered Grey/Brown (Bunny skin)
  • Midnight Blue (Dress)
  • Mustard Yellow/Gold (Beret, Tights, Dress hem/collar, Lantern light)
  • Silver Grey (Shawl, Shoes)
  • Dark Blue (Lantern frame)
  • Variegated Brown/Beige (Owl)
  • Scraps of Gold/Yellow (Embroidery)
• US 2.5 (3.0 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circulars for magic loop
• US 2.5 (3.0 mm) straight needles (optional for flat pieces)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Black safety eyes (approx. 9mm for bunny, 9-10mm for owl)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: Approx. 26 sts = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch.
• Work tightly to ensure stuffing does not show through.
• Finished Height: Approximately 14–15 inches (36–38 cm) from feet to top of head.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. Silver shoes and mustard tights are knit as part of the legs. Legs join to form the body and head.
• Dress: Worked from the bottom up in the round with embroidery added afterwards.
• Shawl: Worked flat in a triangle shape.
• Beret: Worked in the round from the brim up.
• Accessories: Lantern and Owl are knitted separately.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Silver Grey yarn for the shoes.

CO 10 sts on DPNs. Join in the round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (20 sts).

Rnd 2: *(k1, kfb)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnds 3–7: k all (Shoe base).

Rnd 8 (Shape Toe): k10, (k2tog) 5 times, k10 (25 sts).

Rnd 9: k10, (k2tog) 3 times, k9 (22 sts).

Rnd 10: k all.

Rnd 11 (Strap Gap): k8, BO 6 sts loosely, k8.

Rnd 12 (Change to Mustard Yellow for tights): k8, CO 6 sts (backward loop), k8 (22 sts).

Rnds 13–32: k all (Leg in tights). Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.

Break yarn for first leg. Knit second leg but do not break yarn.

Body

Rnd 33 (Join): k11 (2nd leg), CO 4 sts, k22 (1st leg), CO 4 sts, k11 (2nd leg). (52 sts total).

Rnds 34–42: k all (Mustard Hips).

Rnd 43: Change to Heathered Grey/Brown (Bunny Skin). *(k11, k2tog)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 44–50: k all.

Rnd 51: *(k6, k2tog)* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 52–58: k all. Stuff body firmly.

Rnd 59: *(k5, k2tog)* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 60: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 61: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). (Neck).

Head

Rnd 62: *(k2, m1)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 63: *(k3, m1)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 64: *(k4, m1)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 65–78: k all. Insert safety eyes between Rnds 72 and 73.

Rnd 79: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 80: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 81: *(k2, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). Stuff head firmly.

Rnd 82: k2tog around (12 sts).

Rnd 83: k2tog around (6 sts). Close hole.

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Arms (Make 2)

With Heathered Grey/Brown, CO 8 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnds 2–20: k all.

Rnd 21: k2tog around (8 sts).

Stuff lightly. Flatten top and sew to body.

Ears (Make 2)

With Heathered Grey/Brown, CO 12 sts. Work flat.

Row 1: k all.

Row 2: p all.

Row 3: k1, m1, k10, m1, k1 (14 sts).

Rows 4–28: Stockinette stitch.

Row 29: ssk, k10, k2tog (12 sts).

Decrease 1 st at each end every RS row until 4 sts rem. BO. Sew to head.

Shoe Straps

With Silver Grey, pick up 4 sts on side of shoe opening. Knit strip to cross foot. Sew to other side.

Midnight Star Dress

Worked in the round from the bottom up.

With Mustard Yellow (for contrast hem), CO 64 sts.

Rnd 1: Purl all.

Rnd 2: Knit all.

Change to Midnight Blue.

Rnds 3–26: k all (Skirt).

Rnd 27: *(k6, k2tog)* rep around (56 sts).

Rnds 28–30: k all.

Rnd 31: *(k5, k2tog)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnd 32: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts). (Waist).

Bodice:

Rnds 33–38: k all.

Armholes:

Next Rnd: k10, BO 4, k12, BO 4, k10.

Work Front and Back sections separately flat for 6 rows. BO. Sew shoulder seams.

Neckline: Pick up stitches around the neck with Mustard Yellow and knit 1 round, purl 1 round, BO to create a small collar.

Embroidery: Using Gold/Yellow yarn:

1. Stitch a row of small “x” (cross stitches) about 1 inch above the hem.

2. Scatter small French knots or tiny star stitches randomly over the upper skirt and bodice.

Mustard Beret

With Mustard Yellow, CO 40 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–5: k1, p1 rib (Brim).

Rnd 6: *(k1, m1)* rep around (80 sts). (Rapid increase).

Rnds 7–12: k all.

Rnd 13: *(k8, k2tog)* rep around (72 sts).

Rnd 14: k all.

Rnd 15: *(k7, k2tog)* rep around (64 sts).

Continue decreasing every other round until 8 sts remain. Draw yarn through sts and pull tight.

Silver Shawl

Worked flat in Garter Stitch (knit every row).

With Silver Grey, CO 3 sts.

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

Row 2: k all.

Row 3: k2, yo, k1 (center), yo, k2 (7 sts).

Row 4: k all.

Continue increasing (yo before and after the center stitch) on every RS row until shawl measures approx 10 inches across top edge. BO loosely. Wrap around bunny’s shoulders.

Accessories

Handheld Lantern

Base: With Dark Blue, CO 6 sts. Inc to 12. Knit 2 rnds.

Light: Change to Bright Yellow. Knit 5 rnds (stuff lightly).

Top: Change to Dark Blue. Knit 2 rnds. Dec to 6 sts. Close.

Handle: Make a dark blue I-cord loop and sew to the top.

Wise Owl

Body: With Variegated Brown/Grey yarn, CO 12 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (24 sts).

Rnds 2–10: k all.

Rnd 11: *(k2, k2tog)* rep around (18 sts). Stuff body.

Rnd 12: k all (Neck).

Rnd 13: *(k2, m1)* rep around (24 sts) (Head).

Rnds 14–18: k all.

Rnd 19: k2tog around (12 sts). Close flat for the top of the head (owls have flat heads with ear tufts). Stitch the corners to accentuate ears.

Wings (Make 2): CO 6 sts. Knit 6 rows garter stitch. BO. Sew to sides.

Face: Glue or sew two large white felt circles for eyes, then attach safety eyes or black beads in the center. Embroider a small “V” beak in yellow.

Chest Details: Embroider small “V” shapes in darker brown on the chest to resemble feathers.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the bunny in the midnight blue dress.
• Place the silver shawl around her shoulders.
• Fit the mustard beret on her head, pulling it slightly to the side.
• Hang the lantern on one of her arms.
• Place the wise owl next to the bunny.
• Embroider a simple nose on the bunny’s face.

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