The Blueberry Girl Bunny evokes the cool, elegant atmosphere of a breezy summer morning. Dressed in sophisticated cool tones, she is a vision of calm and sweetness. Her outfit features a creamy white dress adorned with scattered blueberry-colored polka dots, reminiscent of a ceramic berry bowl. Over this, she wears a smart deep navy blue wool vest that adds structure and contrast. Her look is topped with a super cute, tilted navy beret and matching T-bar shoes. She is ready for market day with a wicker basket overflowing with fresh knitted blueberries and is accompanied by a colorful Blue Tit friend with its distinctive blue and yellow plumage.

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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
• rem – remaining
• rep – repeat
• I-cord – A narrow tube of knitting

Materials

• DK or Light Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Oatmeal/Beige (Bunny body)
  • Creamy White (Dress)
  • Deep Navy Blue (Vest, Hat, Shoes, Dress Dots)
  • Tan/Light Brown (Basket)
  • Royal Blue (Blueberries, Bird wings)
  • Bright Yellow (Bird tummy)
  • White (Bird cheeks)
  • Scrap of Black (Bird beak/eyes)
• 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)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: Approximately 26 sts = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch.
• Work firmly to ensure stuffing does not show through the fabric.
• Finished Height: Approximately 14–15 inches (36–38 cm) from feet to ear tips.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. The navy shoes are knitted as part of the legs. Legs are joined to form the body and head. Arms and ears are knitted separately and attached.
• Dress: Worked from the bottom up in the round. The polka dots are embroidered after knitting to keep the fabric neat (Swiss darning or satin stitch).
• Vest: Worked flat in one piece from the bottom up or top down (raglan).
• Beret: Worked in the round from the brim up.
• Accessories: Basket, loose blueberries, and the Blue Tit bird are separate miniature knits.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Deep Navy Blue 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 Oatmeal/Beige): k8, CO 6 sts (using backward loop method over the gap), k8 (22 sts).

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

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

Body

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

Rnds 34–42: k all (Hips).

Rnd 43: *(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 Oatmeal, 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 Oatmeal, CO 12 sts. Work flat.

Row 1: k all.

Row 2: p all.

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

Rows 4–24: Stockinette stitch.

Row 25: ssk, k10, k2tog (12 sts).

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

Shoe Detail (T-Bar)

With Navy Blue yarn, embroider a vertical line from the toe of the shoe up to the ankle strap. Embroider a horizontal line across the ankle gap to create the strap. Secure ends.

Cream Polka Dot Dress

Worked in the round. The dots are added later for a cleaner finish.

With Creamy White yarn, CO 60 sts.

Rnds 1–4: Garter stitch (p 1 rnd, k 1 rnd) for a sturdy hem.

Rnds 5–28: k all (Skirt).

Rnd 29: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (50 sts).

Rnd 30: k all.

Rnd 31: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts). (Waist).

Bodice:

Rnds 32–37: k all.

Armholes:

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

Work Front and Back sections separately flat for 1 inch. BO.

Sew shoulder seams.

Polka Dots: Using Navy Blue yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider small dots (using satin stitch or duplicate stitch) scattered randomly or in a grid pattern over the skirt.

Deep Navy Wool Vest

Worked flat in one piece.

With Deep Navy Blue, CO 30 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch.

Rows 5–16: Stockinette stitch (keeping first and last 3 sts in garter for edge).

Divide for Armholes:

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

Work sections separately for 1.5 inches. BO.

Sew shoulder seams.

Blueberry Beret

With Deep Navy Blue, 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. Sew a small stalk on top.

Accessories

Market Basket

With Tan yarn, CO 8 sts on DPNs.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnd 2: *(k1, kfb)* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 3: *(k2, kfb)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 4: Purl all (Base ridge).

Rnds 5–12: *k2, p2* rep around (Basketweave effect).

Rnd 13: BO.

Handle: CO 4 sts. Knit a strip approx 5 inches long. Sew to sides.

Knitted Blueberries (Make 6-8)

With Royal Blue or Navy, CO 4 sts. Inc to 8 sts. Knit 3 rnds. Dec to 4 sts. Stuff lightly. Close hole. Stitch a small “x” on top in black for the berry end.

Blue Tit Bird

Body: With Bright Yellow, CO 6 sts. Inc to 12. Knit 4 rnds (Tummy).

Back/Wings: Change to Royal Blue. Knit 4 rnds.

Head: Change to White. Dec to 8 sts. Knit 2 rnds. Change to Blue for cap. Knit 1 rnd. Close.

Details:

• Embroider a black beak.
• Embroider a black line through the eye area (characteristic of Blue Tits).
• Sew tiny black beads for eyes.
• Sew to the basket rim or bunny’s hand.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the bunny in the cream polka dot dress.
• Put on the navy vest.
• Place the beret on the head, tilting it to one side for a “cute” look.
• Fill the basket with the blueberries and place it on the bunny’s arm.
• Position the Blue Tit bird on the edge of the basket or the bunny’s hand.
• Embroider the nose with brown thread.

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