Welcome to this enchanting project featuring a whimsical bunny inspired by the delicate Sweet Pea flower. This design captures the essence of spring with a long-eared white rabbit dressed in a romantic lilac ensemble. The combination of a structured crochet bodice with an ethereal tulle skirt creates a stunning texture contrast that elevates this doll from a simple toy to a keepsake heirloom. Accompanying her is a rustic crocheted birdcage and a tiny, fluffy chick, adding a touch of storybook magic to the scene.

Before you begin, gather your supplies to ensure a smooth crafting experience. You will need fine-weight yarn for the delicate details and some soft tulle fabric for the skirt. If you are looking to buy yarn, needles, or safety eyes, online marketplaces like Amazon offer a fantastic selection of cotton blends perfect for amigurumi. The estimated cost for materials is approximately $20 to $25. Once completed, a high-quality handmade doll with these intricate accessories can fetch a selling price of around $70 to $90 on artisan platforms. This project is a wonderful investment of time for both personal joy and potential sales.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Materials Needed

• Yarn (Sport or Fine Weight/Cotton Blend):
  • White (for the Bunny skin/fur)
  • Lilac/Pastel Purple (for the Bodice and Shoes)
  • Beige/Tan (for the Birdcage)
  • Yellow (for the Chick)
  • Scrap yarn in Green, Pink, and Dark Purple (for embroidery and flowers)
• Hooks: 2.25mm or 2.5mm (keep tension tight for the doll), 3.0mm (for the birdcage mesh).
• Tulle Fabric: Soft lilac tulle (approx. 1/2 yard) for the skirt.
• Safety Eyes: 10mm (Bunny), 4mm (Chick).
• Fiberfill Stuffing.
• Embroidery Floss: Black (for facial details) and Green (for vines).
• Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Pins.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• dc: Double Crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in one st)
• dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• FLO: Front Loop Only

Part 1: The Sweet Pea Bunny

Head

Use White yarn. Work in a continuous spiral.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
7. R7: (sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)
8. R8: (sc 6, inc) x 6 (48)
9. R9: (sc 7, inc) x 6 (54)
10. R10-R20: sc in each st around (54) – 11 rounds total
11. R21: (sc 7, dec) x 6 (48)
12. R22: (sc 6, dec) x 6 (42)
13. Insert safety eyes between R16 and R17, about 10 stitches apart.
14. R23: (sc 5, dec) x 6 (36)
15. R24: (sc 4, dec) x 6 (30)
16. Start stuffing the head firmly.
17. R25: (sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
18. R26: (sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
19. R27: (sc 1, dec) x 6 (12)
20. R28: dec x 6 (6)
21. Fasten off and weave in ends. Embroider a small pink nose and add pink blush to the cheeks.

Ears (Make 2)

Use White yarn. Do not stuff.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: (sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
3. R3: (sc 3, inc) x 2 (10)
4. R4: (sc 4, inc) x 2 (12)
5. R5: (sc 5, inc) x 2 (14)
6. R6-R15: sc in each st around (14)
7. R16: (sc 5, dec) x 2 (12)
8. R17-R18: sc in each st around (12)
9. Flatten the ear and sc across the opening to close. Sew to the top of the head. Use pink blush or chalk to shade the inner ear.

Legs (Make 2)

Start with White yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around (12)
3. R3: (sc 3, inc) x 3 (15)
4. R4-R6: sc in each st around (15)
5. R7: (sc 3, dec) x 3 (12)
6. R8-R22: sc in each st around (12) – Stuff firmly as you go.
7. Fasten off first leg. Do not fasten off second leg.

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Body

1. R23: From second leg, ch 3, join to first leg with a sc. Sc 11 around first leg, sc 3 along chain, sc 12 around second leg, sc 3 along other side of chain. (30)
2. R24: (sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
3. R25-R30: sc in each st around (36)
4. R31: (sc 4, dec) x 6 (30)
5. R32-R34: sc in each st around (30)
6. R35: (sc 3, dec) x 6 (24)
7. R36-R37: sc in each st around (24)
8. R38: (sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)
9. R39: sc in each st around (18)
10. Stuff body firmly. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the head.

Arms (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: (sc 2, inc) x 2 (8)
3. R3-R16: sc in each st around (8)
4. Stuff lightly. Flatten top and sc across. Sew to R38 of the body.

Part 2: The Outfit

Lilac Dress Bodice

Use Lilac yarn. Worked in rows initially.

1. Row 1: Ch 25 (measure around bunny waist), sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (24)
2. Row 2-4: sc in each st across. (24)
3. Row 5: sc 4, ch 6 (skip 4 sts for armhole), sc 8, ch 6 (skip 4 sts for armhole), sc 4.
4. Row 6: sc in each st and ch across.
5. Row 7: sc across. Fasten off.
6. Flutter Sleeves: Attach Lilac yarn to the armhole loops. (Ch 2, 2 dc in same st, sl st in next) repeat around the armhole to create ruffles.
7. Skirt Assembly: Cut strips of tulle fabric (approx. 4 inches wide and 10 inches long). Fold them in half and attach them to the bottom loop of the bodice using a lark’s head knot or by sewing them onto the bottom edge of the crochet bodice. Add enough layers to make it puffy.
8. Embroidery: Using green embroidery floss, stitch winding vines onto the tulle and bodice. Add small purple French knots for flowers on the vines.

Ballet Flats

Use Lilac yarn.

1. R1: Ch 5, start in 2nd ch: sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, turn, sc 2, inc. (10)
2. R2: inc, sc 2, 3 inc, sc 2, 2 inc. (16)
3. R3: BLO sc in each st around. (16)
4. R4: sc 4, 4 dec, sc 4. (12)
5. R5: sc around. Fasten off.
6. Embroidery: Use a darker purple yarn to stitch crisscross ribbons up the ankle area of the bunny’s leg.

Sweet Pea Bonnet

Use White yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)
7. R7-R11: sc in each st around (36)
8. R12 (Brim): FLO. (sc 1, skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1) repeat around to create a shell lace border.
9. Fasten off. Attach two chains of white yarn to the corners for ties.
10. Decoration: Crochet tiny flowers (MR, ch 2, sc into ring x 5) in pink and purple. Sew them to the side of the bonnet.

Part 3: Accessories

Decorative Birdcage

Use Beige/Tan yarn. This needs to be stiff, so use a smaller hook or stiffen later.

1. Base: MR, 6 sc. Inc to 24 stitches (standard circle).
2. Walls R1: BLO sc in each st around (24).
3. Walls R2-R6: (dc 1, ch 1, skip 1) repeat around. Join with sl st to first dc. This creates the grid look.
4. Top R7: (sc 2, dec) around (18).
5. Top R8: (sc 1, dec) around (12).
6. Top R9: dec around (6). Fasten off.
7. Optional: Insert a cardboard circle at the base for stability.

Mini Chick

Use Yellow yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around (12)
3. R3-R5: sc in each st around (12)
4. R6: dec around (6). Stuff lightly and close.
5. Wings: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch. Sew to sides.
6. Beak: Use orange yarn to stitch a tiny beak.
7. Eyes: Use 4mm safety eyes or black knots.

Final Assembly

1. Dress the bunny in the bodice and tulle skirt. Sew the back of the bodice closed.
2. Put the shoes on the feet and stitch the ribbon laces up the legs.
3. Place the bonnet on the head and tie it beneath the chin.
4. Use a dab of glue or a stitch to balance the chick on top of the birdcage or in the bunny’s hand.

Your Sweet Pea Bunny and her little friend are now complete! This duo brings a lovely pastoral charm to any room.