The Hydrangea Harmony Bunny is a breathtaking celebration of cool-toned elegance and the lush fullness of summer blooms. This exquisite artisan project features a soft, cream-colored rabbit base, providing a neutral backdrop for a spectacular outfit inspired by the many shades of hydrangeas. She wears a soft periwinkle dress that serves as a canvas for an explosion of three-dimensional hydrangea clusters in varying shades of blue, purple, and white. Over this, she dons a sage green bolero vest, perhaps lined with a floral fabric for an extra touch of luxury. To achieve the delicate, petal-like texture of the flowers and the smooth finish of the dress, it is highly recommended to buy premium mercerized cotton yarn. This fiber ensures the colors remain vibrant and distinct.

For the most comfortable crafting experience while assembling the numerous small flower motifs, you should purchase professional-grade ergonomic crochet hooks. These tools are essential for maintaining even tension without hand fatigue. Many dedicated fiber artists also choose to order high-quality amigurumi supplies, such as glass-effect safety eyes and dense polyester fiberfill, from trusted online retailers like Amazon to ensure their creation feels substantial and holds its shape perfectly. This project is a significant investment of your creative energy, resulting in a show-stopping centerpiece that showcases advanced skills in floral appliqué, garment layering, and color blending. Accompanied by a woven basket, a tiny butterfly, and a name tag, this set tells a story of garden serenity, making it a perfect addition for those who shop for artisan handmade collectibles.

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Comprehensive Material List and Preparation

To faithfully recreate the hydrangea aesthetic, you need a palette of cool, calming colors. The flowers should be a mix of blues, violets, and whites to mimic the natural variation of a hydrangea bush.

• Bunny Body Yarn: Cream, Vanilla, or Off-White Sport weight cotton yarn (approx. 150g). A matte finish provides a natural, soft fur texture.
• Dress Yarn: Periwinkle or Light Blue-Violet cotton yarn (approx. 60g).
• Hydrangea Flowers: Scraps of Sky Blue, Lavender, Royal Blue, and White (approx. 30g total).
• Bolero/Vest Yarn: Sage Green or Muted Olive yarn (approx. 30g). Optional: floral fabric for lining.
• Hat Yarn: Cornflower Blue or Slate Blue yarn (approx. 40g).
• Shoes: Matching Periwinkle or Lavender yarn.
• Basket: Beige or Tan yarn.
• Crochet Hooks: A 2.25mm hook for the amigurumi parts to ensure a tight gauge; a 2.75mm hook for the clothing to allow for a graceful drape.
• Safety Eyes: 12mm solid black eyes for the rabbit.
• Stuffing: Premium grade, anti-allergenic polyester fiberfill.
• Embroidery Floss: Dark brown for the nose.
• Notions: Long tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a small butterfly charm or embroidered butterfly.

Standard Stitch Abbreviations and Guide

This project utilizes standard United States terminology. The complexity lies in the assembly of the hydrangea clusters, which are made of many small 4-petal flowers sewn together.

• MR: Magic Ring (the foundation for circular work).
• sc: Single crochet.
• inc: Increase (work two single crochets into the same stitch).
• dec: Invisible decrease (work through the front loops only to reduce bulk).
• hdc: Half double crochet.
• dc: Double crochet.
• tr: Treble crochet.
• sl st: Slip stitch.
• ch: Chain stitch.
• BLO: Back loops only.
• FLO: Front loops only.
• st(s): Stitch or stitches.

Phase 1: The Sculpted Bunny Head

The head is designed as a large, rounded sphere with subtle tapering toward the muzzle to provide a gentle, welcoming expression. We work in continuous spirals using the Cream yarn and the 2.25mm hook. It is vital to use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round to maintain an accurate count.

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and place 6 sc into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: Perform a sequence of *1 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: Perform a sequence of *2 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (24)
5. Round 5: Perform a sequence of *3 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (30)
6. Round 6: Perform a sequence of *4 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (36)
7. Round 7: Perform a sequence of *5 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (42)
8. Round 8: Perform a sequence of *6 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (48)
9. Round 9: Perform a sequence of *7 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (54)
10. Round 10: Perform a sequence of *8 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (60)
11. Round 11: Perform a sequence of *9 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (66)
12. Rounds 12-25: Work 1 sc in each of the 66 stitches around. This long section builds the vertical height of the face. (66)
13. Round 26: Perform a sequence of *9 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (60)
14. Round 27: Perform a sequence of *8 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (54)
15. Round 28: Perform a sequence of *7 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (48)
16. Placement: Insert the 12mm safety eyes between rounds 18 and 19, leaving approximately 12 stitches of space between them. Ensure they are level.
17. Round 29: Perform a sequence of *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (42)
18. Round 30: Perform a sequence of *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (36)
19. Stuffing: Begin stuffing the head firmly. Focus on pushing the fiberfill toward the sides to define the rounded cheeks.
20. Round 31: Perform a sequence of *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (30)
21. Round 32: Perform a sequence of *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (24)
22. Round 33: Perform a sequence of *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (18)
23. Round 34: Perform a sequence of *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times. (12) Finish stuffing the head to a firm, smooth consistency.
24. Round 35: 6 dec to close. (6) Fasten off and leave a long tail. Use a tapestry needle to pull the hole closed securely.

Facial Embroidery and Sculpting

To create the serene expression, use a long strand of Cream yarn to perform eye sculpting. Insert the needle at the base of the head, exit near the inner corner of one eye, re-enter a stitch away, and pull back toward the base. Repeat for the other eye. Using dark brown embroidery thread, embroider a small “Y” shape directly in the center of the face for the nose. Apply a soft pink blush to the cheeks.

Phase 2: Long Floppy Ears

The ears are designed to be long and draped, framing the face beautifully. They are not stuffed, which allows them to lie flat against the body. Make two using the Cream yarn.

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (24)
5. Round 5: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (30)
6. Rounds 6-15: sc in each st around. (30)
7. Round 16: *8 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times. (27)
8. Rounds 17-25: sc in each st around. (27)
9. Round 26: *7 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times. (24)
10. Rounds 27-35: sc in each st around. (24)
11. Round 36: *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times. (21)
12. Rounds 37-45: sc in each st around. (21)
13. Round 46: *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times. (18)
14. Rounds 47-55: sc in each st around. (18)
15. Flatten the open end of the ear and sc across through both layers to close. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach the ears to the top of the head at approximately Round 6.

Phase 3: The Body and Limbs

We will construct the legs first and join them to create the body. This method creates a seamless transition and a sturdy standing base.

Legs (Make 2)

1. Round 1: Start with Periwinkle/Blue yarn (for the shoe base). MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Rounds 4-5: sc in each st around. (18)
5. Round 6: Switch to Cream yarn. Work in BLO. sc around. (18)
6. Rounds 7-25: sc in each st around in Cream. (18)
7. Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg. Chain 3 and join to the first leg with a sc.

Body Construction

1. Round 26: sc 18 around the first leg, sc 3 along the chain, sc 18 around the second leg, sc 3 along the other side of the chain. (42)
2. Round 27: Perform *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (48)
3. Rounds 28-38: sc in each st around. (48)
4. Round 39: Perform *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (42)
5. Rounds 40-41: sc around. (42)
6. Round 42: Perform *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (36)
7. Rounds 43-44: sc around. (36)
8. Round 45: Perform *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (30) Stuff the body firmly.
9. Round 46: Perform *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (24)
10. Round 47: Perform *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (18)
11. Round 48: sc around. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the head to the neck.

Arms (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 3 times. (9)
3. Round 3: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 3 times. (12)
4. Rounds 4-28: sc in each st around. (12)
5. Lightly stuff the hand area but leave the upper arm empty for mobility. Flatten the top and sc closed. Sew to the shoulders.

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Phase 4: The Periwinkle Dress & Hydrangeas

The dress is a simple A-line shape designed to show off the complex floral clusters. Use the Periwinkle yarn and 2.75mm hook.

Dress

1. Row 1: Ch 35. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (34)
2. Rows 2-6: sc across. (34)
3. Row 7 (Join): Join to the first stitch with a sl st to begin working in rounds.
4. Round 8: *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (42)
5. Round 9: *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (49)
6. Round 10: *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (56)
7. Rounds 11-25: Work sc in each st around. (56)
8. Round 26 (Hem): Work a simple edging: *sc, ch 1, sc* in each stitch around. Fasten off.

Hydrangea Clusters

We build the large clusters by making many tiny individual 4-petal flowers and sewing them close together.

1. Tiny Flower (Make 30-40 in mixed blues/purples): MR. *Ch 2, dc, ch 2, sl st into ring*. Repeat 4 times for 4 petals. Pull tight. Fasten off.
2. Assembly:
   • Sew a dense cluster of about 15-20 flowers on the left hip of the dress.
   • Sew smaller clusters of 3-5 flowers near the hemline.
   • Sew a large cluster of flowers onto the side of the hat (Phase 6).
3. Leaves: Crochet simple leaf shapes (ch 8, sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st) in Green yarn and tuck them under the flower clusters.

Phase 5: The Sage Bolero Vest

A stylish, short vest. Use Sage Green yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 35. sc in 2nd ch and across. (34)
2. Row 2: (sc 3, inc) across. (42)
3. Row 3: (sc 4, inc) across. (50)
4. Row 4 (Armholes): sc 7, ch 8, skip 8, sc 20, ch 8, skip 8, sc 7.
5. Row 5: sc across all sts and chains. (50)
6. Rows 6-10: sc across. Fasten off.
7. Edging: If using fabric lining, sew it to the inside now. Otherwise, work a round of sl st around the entire edge for a clean finish.

Phase 6: The Blue Beret

A chic hat to match the outfit. Use Cornflower Blue yarn.

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* around. (18)
4. Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* around. (24)
5. Round 5: *3 sc, 1 inc* around. (30)
6. Round 6: *4 sc, 1 inc* around. (36)
7. Round 7: *5 sc, 1 inc* around. (42)
8. Round 8: *6 sc, 1 inc* around. (48)
9. Round 9: *7 sc, 1 inc* around. (54)
10. Rounds 10-12: sc around.
11. Round 13: *7 sc, 1 dec* around. (48)
12. Round 14: *6 sc, 1 dec* around. (42)
13. Round 15: sc around. Fasten off.
14. Decoration: Sew the large cluster of hydrangea flowers to the side.

Phase 7: Accessories

Woven Basket

1. Round 1: With Tan yarn, MR 8 sc. Inc to 16. Inc to 24.
2. Sides: BLO sc around (24). Work 8 rounds.
3. Handle: Ch 20. Attach to sides.

Shoes

1. Round 1: With Periwinkle, Ch 7. 2 sc in 2nd ch, sc 4, 4 sc in last. Rotate. sc 4, 2 sc in last. (16)
2. Round 2: inc, sc 5, 4 inc, sc 5, inc. (22)
3. Round 3: BLO sc around. (22)
4. Rounds 4-5: sc around.
5. Strap: Ch 8 across the top. Sew a tiny hydrangea flower to the toe of each shoe.

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Final Assembly and Styling

Bring the Hydrangea Harmony Bunny to life with these final steps.

• Dressing: Put the periwinkle dress on the bunny. Layer the sage bolero over it. Put the shoes on the feet.
• Hat: Place the blue beret on the head, tilting it so the flower cluster is prominent.
• Props: Place the basket next to the bunny. Attach the butterfly charm to the dress or hand.
• Finishing Touches: Check for any loose yarn tails and hide them. Apply a fresh dusting of blush to the cheeks.

Your Hydrangea Harmony Bunny is now complete! This character serves as a stunning tribute to the abundance of summer gardens. The intricate assembly of the hydrangea blooms makes this a true masterpiece of texture and color. We hope you enjoyed this creative journey!

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