Bring a cozy cottage feel to your handmade collection with this Golden Honeycomb Bunny set: a sweet floppy-eared bunny dressed in a mustard honeycomb-textured dress and a creamy striped cardigan, plus matching tiny accessories. If you enjoy shopping for quality DK yarn, soft toy stuffing, safety eyes, and a smooth set of double-pointed needles or a circular needle for magic loop, this project is a wonderful reason to stock your knitting bag. The finished pieces make a charming nursery gift, a photo prop, or a collectible plush that looks beautiful displayed on a shelf or tucked into a little basket.

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Overview

This set includes:

• A floppy-eared bunny doll with embroidered face
• A golden honeycomb-textured dress
• A cream cardigan with dark sleeve stripes
• A brown beret-style hat
• A small striped bee with soft wings
• A tiny honey jar with a lid (and an optional mini dipper)
• A small round “honey cookie” accent

The doll is knit primarily in the round for smooth shaping. The clothing is worked in the round where it helps the look, then finished with simple seams where needed for clean edges. Directions are written in US English knitting terms.

Finished Size

Bunny (wearing dress, without hat): approximately 11–12 in / 28–30 cm tall from top of head to bottom of shoes, depending on your yarn and stuffing firmness.
Hat, bee, and honey accessories are scaled to match the bunny in the photo.

Yarn

Use smooth DK/light worsted yarn for crisp stitch definition. Cotton, cotton blends, or smooth acrylic work well for the dress texture. Suggested colors to match the photo:

• Main bunny: light beige/taupe (approx. 90–110 g)
• Dress: mustard/golden yellow (approx. 40–60 g)
• Cardigan: warm cream/off-white (approx. 35–50 g)
• Stripes & shoes: black or very dark navy (small amount)
• Hat: medium brown (approx. 15–25 g)
• Bee: yellow + black (small amounts)
• Honey jar: same mustard as dress or a slightly brighter honey yellow (small amount)

Notions

• Knitting needles: US 2.5 (3.0 mm) for body/clothes (adjust to gauge)
• Optional smaller needle: US 1.5–2 (2.5 mm) for tighter small pieces
• Double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needle for magic loop
• Stitch markers (at least 6)
• Tapestry needle
• Stuffing
• 8–10 mm black safety eyes (or embroider eyes if preferred)
• Black embroidery floss or yarn for facial embroidery
• Scrap of white organza ribbon (for bee wings, as pictured) OR white yarn to knit wings
• Optional: small wooden mini honey dipper (dollhouse size) to match the photo

Gauge

24–26 sts and 32–36 rnds = 4 in / 10 cm in stockinette stitch in the round (after light blocking).
Exact gauge is less critical for toys, but consistency matters so clothing fits well.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• BO = bind off
• k = knit
• p = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round
• k2tog = knit 2 together
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• m1L/m1R = make 1 increase left/right
• kfb = knit front and back
• sl = slip stitch purlwise
• pm = place marker
• sm = slip marker
• RS/WS = right side/wrong side

Construction Notes

Work the bunny first: legs and body are joined, then head is shaped as one piece. Arms and ears are made separately and sewn on. Shoes are knit and attached to feet. Clothing is knit to fit snugly over the body.
Stuff firmly but smoothly. The “look” in the photo comes from even tension, clean decreases, and careful placement of features.

Bunny Body (Legs to Head)

Leg 1 (make 2)
Using main bunny color, CO 24 sts. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. pm for beginning of rnd.

Rnd 1–6: k all sts.
Rnd 7: (k5, k2tog) repeat around = 21 sts.
Rnd 8–30: k all sts, working even to form a slim leg tube. Add a touch of stuffing as you go, keeping the leg straight and softly firm.

Shape ankle/foot base
Rnd 31: (k6, m1R) repeat around = 24 sts.
Rnd 32–34: k all sts.
Place Leg 1 on waste yarn or hold on spare needle.

Leg 2
Work as for Leg 1, but do not place on waste yarn. Continue to joining step.

Join Legs and Form Hips
With Leg 2 on needles, k across Leg 2 sts. CO 4 sts (crotch bridge). Next, k across Leg 1 sts from waste yarn/holder. CO 4 sts (second bridge). pm for beginning of rnd at center back (adjust placement so beginning is centered).

Total sts: 24 + 4 + 24 + 4 = 56 sts.

Body and torso
Rnd 1–6: k all sts.
Rnd 7: (k12, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 52 sts.
Rnd 8–14: k all sts.
Rnd 15: (k11, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 48 sts.
Rnd 16–22: k all sts.
Rnd 23: (k10, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 44 sts.
Rnd 24–28: k all sts.

Begin gentle neck shaping
Rnd 29: (k9, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 40 sts.
Rnd 30–32: k all sts.
Stuff the body firmly now. Shape the hips so the legs sit parallel like the photo (not splayed too wide). If needed, add extra stuffing toward the belly so the dress lays smoothly.

Neck
Rnd 33: (k8, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 36 sts.
Rnd 34–36: k all sts.
Rnd 37: (k7, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 32 sts.
Rnd 38–40: k all sts.

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Head increases
Rnd 41: (k7, m1R) repeat 4 times = 36 sts.
Rnd 42: k all sts.
Rnd 43: (k8, m1R) repeat 4 times = 40 sts.
Rnd 44: k all sts.
Rnd 45: (k9, m1R) repeat 4 times = 44 sts.
Rnd 46: k all sts.
Rnd 47: (k10, m1R) repeat 4 times = 48 sts.
Rnd 48: k all sts.
Rnd 49: (k11, m1R) repeat 4 times = 52 sts.
Rnd 50: k all sts.
Rnd 51: (k12, m1R) repeat 4 times = 56 sts.
Rnd 52–62: k all sts to form a rounded head.

Eye placement
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 56 and Rnd 57 (approx.), about 10–11 sts apart, centered on the front. In the photo, the eyes are small and slightly angled inward for a gentle expression. If embroidering, wait until stuffing is complete.

Head decreases
Rnd 63: (k12, say “dec”) repeat 4 times = 52 sts (use k2tog for each dec).
Rnd 64: k all sts.
Rnd 65: (k11, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 48 sts.
Rnd 66: k all sts.
Rnd 67: (k10, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 44 sts.
Rnd 68: k all sts.
Rnd 69: (k9, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 40 sts.
Rnd 70: k all sts.
Rnd 71: (k8, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 36 sts.
Rnd 72: k all sts.

Begin stuffing the head firmly, shaping cheeks slightly full. The face in the photo is softly oval, not pointy. Keep the stuffing smooth under the fabric.

Rnd 73: (k7, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 32 sts.
Rnd 74: k all sts.
Rnd 75: (k6, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 28 sts.
Rnd 76: k all sts.
Rnd 77: (k5, k2tog) repeat 4 times = 24 sts.
Rnd 78: (k2, k2tog) repeat around = 18 sts.
Rnd 79: (k1, k2tog) repeat around = 12 sts.
Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts, pull tight to close, and weave in securely.

Face Embroidery

Using black embroidery floss or thin black yarn, stitch a small upside-down “Y” style nose and mouth like the photo:
Make a short vertical stitch for the nose center, then split into two short diagonal stitches for the mouth. Keep it minimal and centered.
If desired, add a tiny stitch to define the nose tip, but keep it subtle so the expression remains calm.

Ears (Make 2)

The ears are long and floppy with a soft inner look. To mimic the photo, knit in stockinette and seam lightly so they drape.

CO 26 sts (main bunny color). Work flat.

Row 1 (RS): k all.
Row 2 (WS): p all.
Repeat Rows 1–2 for 24 rows.

Shape ear tip
Row 25 (RS): k1, ssk, k20, k2tog, k1 (24 sts).
Row 26: p all.
Row 27: k1, ssk, k18, k2tog, k1 (22 sts).
Row 28: p all.
Row 29: k1, ssk, k16, k2tog, k1 (20 sts).
Row 30: p all.
Row 31: k1, ssk, k14, k2tog, k1 (18 sts).
Row 32: p all.
Row 33: k1, ssk, k12, k2tog, k1 (16 sts).
Row 34: p all.
Row 35: k1, ssk, k10, k2tog, k1 (14 sts).
Row 36: p all.
Row 37: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k1 (12 sts).
Row 38: p all.
Row 39: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1 (10 sts).
Row 40: p all.
Row 41: k1, ssk, k4, k2tog, k1 (8 sts).
Row 42: p all.
Row 43: k1, ssk, k2, k2tog, k1 (6 sts).
Row 44: p all.
Row 45: k2tog, k2, k2tog (4 sts).
Row 46: p4.
Row 47: k2tog, k2tog (2 sts).
Row 48: p2.
BO 2 sts.

Fold ear lengthwise with RS out, seam along the long edge lightly, leaving the base open. Do not stuff. Flatten seam so ear is soft and drapey. Sew ears to head at the upper sides, angled slightly forward, with the ear base spread into a gentle curve so they hang like the photo.

Arms (Make 2)

Using main bunny color, CO 18 sts. Join to work in the round. pm.

Rnd 1–5: k all.
Rnd 6: (k7, k2tog) repeat around = 16 sts.
Rnd 7–22: k all.
Lightly stuff the hand end only, leaving the upper arm softer so it lays flat under the cardigan.

Rnd 23: (k6, k2tog) repeat around = 14 sts.
Rnd 24–26: k all.
BO loosely, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew arms to the upper body just below the neck, positioned so they point slightly downward as in the photo. The cardigan will cover the shoulder seam.

Shoes (Make 2)

The shoes are simple black slip-ons with a thin strap look. Work tightly for a clean finish.

Using black yarn, pick up 24 sts evenly around the foot opening at the bottom of each leg (around the ankle/foot base section). Join and pm.

Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: (k3, k2tog) repeat around = 19 sts.
Rnd 3: k all.
Rnd 4: (k2, k2tog) repeat around = 13 sts.
Rnd 5: k all, stuffing the toe lightly so it rounds gently.

Rnd 6: (k1, k2tog) repeat around = 9 sts.
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight to close the toe. Weave in.

Optional strap detail
With black yarn and tapestry needle, embroider a thin line across the top of the foot to suggest a strap, like the photo. Keep it subtle so it reads as a simple Mary Jane style.

Golden Honeycomb Dress

The dress has a garter hem and a bold honeycomb texture across the skirt, then smooth stockinette for the upper bodice. The overall shape is an A-line skirt with a neat straight neckline.

Honeycomb Texture

This texture uses a simple cable-based honeycomb repeat that creates raised, cell-like diamonds. You will work it over an 8-stitch panel.
Honeycomb Panel (worked in the round):
Rnd A: k all panel sts.
Rnd B: k all panel sts.
Rnd C: k2, cross 4/4 (sl 2 to cable needle and hold front, k2, k2 from cable needle), k2.
Rnd D: k all panel sts.
Rnd E: k all panel sts.
Rnd F: k2, cross 4/4 (sl 2 to cable needle and hold back, k2, k2 from cable needle), k2.
Repeat Rnds A–F for the textured section.
If you are new to cables, take it slowly and keep tension even. The photo’s skirt texture is bold and rounded, so don’t pull too tight across the crossings.

Skirt and Bodice

Using dress color, CO 72 sts. Join to work in the round. pm.

Rnd 1–6: k all.
Rnd 7–10: k all, but work garter ridge by purling Rnd 8 and Rnd 10 (this gives the subtle horizontal ridges seen near the hem).
Set-up Rnd: Divide sts into 9 honeycomb panels of 8 sts each = 72 sts total. pm between panels if helpful.

Honeycomb skirt section
Work Honeycomb Panel pattern across all sts for 10 repeats of Rnds A–F (60 rnds total), or until the skirt reaches the knee length shown in the photo. Keep the hem straight and the texture consistent.

Transition to waist
Rnd 1 (plain): k all.
Rnd 2 (decrease): (k10, k2tog) repeat around = 66 sts.
Rnd 3–6: k all.
Rnd 7 (decrease): (k9, k2tog) repeat around = 60 sts.
Rnd 8–12: k all.

Upper bodice
Rnd 13: (k8, k2tog) repeat around = 54 sts.
Rnd 14–24: k all, forming a smooth bodice.

Shape arm openings
At this point, try the dress on the bunny. The bodice should sit just under the arms. If you need a little more length, add 2–4 more rnds before shaping.

Work 1 rnd as follows to create gentle arm shaping without changing the clean straight neckline: (k7, k2tog) repeat around = 48 sts.
Work 6 rnds even in stockinette.

Neckline finish
Work 4 rnds in garter edging: alternate 1 rnd k, 1 rnd p, ending with a knit rnd.
BO loosely.

Optional tiny shoulder stays
If you want the dress to stay perfectly in place under the cardigan, stitch two thin yarn “tacks” inside the shoulders to lightly anchor it to the body, hidden beneath the cardigan.

Cream Cardigan with Stripes

This cardigan is designed to be worn open, with a soft, cozy look and bold sleeve stripes like the photo. It is worked flat from the neck down in one piece, then sleeves are worked in the round or flat and seamed. Choose whichever method you prefer; the look will be the same once worn.

Back and Fronts (Top Down, Flat)

Using cream yarn, CO 52 sts. Work flat.

Row 1 (RS): k2 (front band), k the remaining sts.
Row 2 (WS): k2, p to last 2 sts, k2.
These first and last 2 sts form garter front bands and keep the cardigan edges neat.

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Raglan shaping
Place markers after 8 sts, after next 10 sts, after next 16 sts, after next 10 sts. Remaining 8 sts are the opposite front band area. You now have: front (8), sleeve (10), back (16), sleeve (10), front (8) plus garter edge sts on each side already included in the count. The exact count can vary slightly by your marker placement; the key is balanced fronts and sleeves.

Increase Row (RS): k2, k to 1 st before marker, m1R, k1, sm, k1, m1L; repeat at each marker, then k to end, maintaining k2 garter at the end.
WS Rows: k2, p to last 2 sts, k2.

Work Increase Row every other row 8 times total. This creates the gentle shoulder slope seen in the photo. After shaping, work 6 more rows even.

Separate sleeves
On next RS row, work across first front section, place sleeve sts on waste yarn, CO 4 sts underarm, work across back, place next sleeve sts on waste yarn, CO 4 sts underarm, work across last front. Continue working flat on body only.

Body length
Work 18–22 rows even (or until cardigan hits around the bunny’s hips like the photo). Keep front bands in garter and body in stockinette.

Hem
Work 6 rows garter (k all rows), then BO loosely.

Sleeves (Make 2)

Return sleeve sts to needles and pick up the 4 underarm sts. Join to work in the round, or work flat and seam later.

Work 6 rnds/rows in cream.

Stripe placement
To match the photo, add two bold stripe bands near the cuff and a second set a little higher. Use black or very dark navy.

Work 2 rnds/rows in dark color.
Work 2 rnds/rows in cream.
Work 2 rnds/rows in dark color.
Work 8 rnds/rows in cream.
Work 2 rnds/rows in dark color.
Work 2 rnds/rows in cream.
Work 2 rnds/rows in dark color.
Then continue in cream until sleeve reaches wrist length (shorter than human proportions, ending right above the shoe line when arms hang down).

Cuff
Work 4 rnds/rows garter, then BO loosely.

Weave in ends carefully so the stripes look crisp. Lightly steam or finger-block the cardigan so the front bands lay flat and the sleeves sit smoothly.

Brown Beret Hat

The hat is a soft beret with a gathered top, matching the photo’s rounded shape and small center nub.

Using brown yarn, CO 60 sts. Join in the round. pm.

Rnd 1–8: (k1, p1) ribbing for a snug brim.
Rnd 9: (k2, m1R) repeat around = 80 sts.
Rnd 10–18: k all.

Increase for beret flare
Rnd 19: (k4, m1R) repeat around = 96 sts.
Rnd 20–26: k all, keeping fabric relaxed so it drapes.

Decrease crown
Rnd 27: (k6, k2tog) repeat around = 84 sts.
Rnd 28: k all.
Rnd 29: (k5, k2tog) repeat around = 72 sts.
Rnd 30: k all.
Rnd 31: (k4, k2tog) repeat around = 60 sts.
Rnd 32: k all.
Rnd 33: (k3, k2tog) repeat around = 48 sts.
Rnd 34: k all.
Rnd 35: (k2, k2tog) repeat around = 36 sts.
Rnd 36: k all.
Rnd 37: (k1, k2tog) repeat around = 24 sts.
Rnd 38: (k2tog) repeat around = 12 sts.

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining sts and pull tight to gather the top. For the tiny “nub,” wrap the tail around the gathered center a couple times and weave in securely. Shape the hat with your fingers so it sits slightly slouched like the photo.

Striped Bee

The bee is a small oval with simple facial dots and soft wings tied on top, matching the photo’s look.

Bee Body

Using yellow yarn, CO 18 sts. Join in the round. pm.

Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: (k2, m1R) repeat around = 24 sts.
Rnd 3–6: k all.

Switch to black yarn.
Rnd 7–8: k all.

Switch to yellow yarn.
Rnd 9–10: k all.

Switch to black yarn.
Rnd 11–12: k all.

Switch to yellow yarn.
Rnd 13–14: k all.
Begin stuffing lightly, keeping the oval shape smooth.

Decrease to close
Rnd 15: (k2, k2tog) repeat around = 18 sts.
Rnd 16: k all.
Rnd 17: (k1, k2tog) repeat around = 12 sts.
Rnd 18: (k2tog) repeat around = 6 sts.
Cut yarn, thread through sts, pull tight to close. Weave in.

Face
With black yarn or embroidery floss, stitch two small dots for eyes on one end (the photo shows a very minimal face). Place them low and close together for a cute expression.

Wings (Ribbon Method, As Pictured)

Cut a 6–7 in / 15–18 cm length of white sheer organza ribbon. Tie into a neat bow. Stitch the bow securely to the top of the bee body at the center, so the loops form two wings like the photo. Trim tails short and seal ends carefully if needed.

Wings (Knit Option)

If you prefer knitted wings, make 2:
CO 6 sts in white. Work 6 rows stockinette (Row 1 k, Row 2 p). BO. Pinch one end slightly and stitch to bee top. Lightly shape into a rounded wing.

Honey Jar and Lid

This tiny jar matches the warm honey tone in the photo. It’s a rounded pot with a small opening and a separate lid.

Jar

Using honey yellow yarn, CO 24 sts. Join in the round. pm.

Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: (k3, m1R) repeat around = 30 sts.
Rnd 3–6: k all.
Rnd 7: (k4, m1R) repeat around = 36 sts.
Rnd 8–14: k all, forming the belly of the jar.

Narrow neck
Rnd 15: (k4, k2tog) repeat around = 30 sts.
Rnd 16: k all.
Rnd 17: (k3, k2tog) repeat around = 24 sts.
Rnd 18–20: k all.

Stuff firmly so the jar stands and looks plump like the photo.
BO loosely, leaving a long tail. Slightly cinch the opening inward with a running stitch if you want a tighter neck.

Lid

Using honey yellow yarn, CO 24 sts. Join in the round. pm.

Rnd 1–3: k all.
Rnd 4: (k2, k2tog) repeat around = 18 sts.
Rnd 5: k all.
Rnd 6: (k1, k2tog) repeat around = 12 sts.
Rnd 7: (k2tog) repeat around = 6 sts.
Cut yarn, thread through sts, pull to close. Lightly stuff if desired, then stitch the lid onto the jar top only at a few points so it sits slightly raised and removable-looking, like the photo.

Optional mini honey dipper
To match the photo, use a small wooden dollhouse honey dipper or a short dowel. If you want a fully yarn version, knit a tiny i-cord (3 sts) for 2 in / 5 cm and wrap yarn around one end to suggest grooves, then stitch in place.

Round Honey “Cookie” Accent

This small circle matches the tiny round piece in the photo. It’s a flat disc with a subtle stitched spiral or radiating lines.

Using honey yellow yarn, CO 12 sts. Join in the round. pm.

Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: (k1, m1R) repeat around = 18 sts.
Rnd 3: k all.
Rnd 4: (k2, m1R) repeat around = 24 sts.
Rnd 5: k all.
Rnd 6: (k3, m1R) repeat around = 30 sts.
Rnd 7: k all.
Rnd 8: p all (creates a neat ridge).
BO loosely.

With a tapestry needle and a short strand of yarn, embroider a small spiral or several short radiating lines from the center outward to mimic the photo’s textured top.

Assembly and Final Styling

1) Shape and secure the doll
After sewing on ears and arms, check the bunny’s balance. If the legs want to twist, add a few hidden stitches at the inner thighs to keep them parallel. Smooth the stuffing by gently rolling the body between your palms.

2) Dress fit
Slip the dress on from the feet upward. The honeycomb skirt should sit below the cardigan hem, and the bodice should sit neatly under the arms. If the dress rides up, add tiny hidden tacks at the shoulders under the cardigan area.

3) Cardigan look
Put the cardigan on next. The fronts should lie open with a clean edge, and the sleeve stripes should be visible like the photo—two stripe sets on each sleeve. If your cardigan flares, lightly steam the front bands and press flat with your fingers.

4) Hat placement
Set the beret slightly to one side so it looks relaxed. If you want it to stay put, tack it with a few small stitches at the back of the head that can be removed later.

5) Accessories arrangement
Place the bee near the bunny’s hand, and set the honey jar and cookie nearby for the sweet display seen in the photo. The set looks best when the accessories are kept small and tidy, with crisp color changes and neatly woven ends.

Care Tips

Spot clean when possible. If you must wash, hand wash gently in cool water and reshape while damp. Let air dry fully. Avoid heavy agitation to keep the honeycomb texture and the cardigan bands looking sharp.

Customization Ideas

• Swap the dress color to soft sage or dusty rose while keeping the cardigan cream for a classic look.
• Add a tiny brooch stitch on the cardigan edge for extra charm (keep it simple so it stays photo-clean).
• Embroider a faint blush on the cheeks with pale pink yarn for a warmer expression.
• Make a second bee with slightly different stripe spacing for a playful pair.

Quick Checklist Before You Weave In Ends

• Eyes are centered and evenly spaced
• Mouth is small and neat
• Ears hang evenly and are attached at matching angles
• Dress hem is level and honeycomb texture looks consistent
• Cardigan sleeve stripes match on both arms
• Shoes are the same size and sit flat
• Accessories are stuffed smoothly and seams are hidden

Enjoy your Golden Honeycomb Bunny set, and take your time with the finishing touches—those careful details are what bring the calm, charming look in the photo to life.