The Cosmos Breeze Bunny is a whimsical celebration of late summer meadows and the gentle winds that carry the scent of wildflowers. This heirloom-quality project features a soft, cream-colored rabbit base, designed with a pose of graceful movement. She is dressed in a stunning tiered dress inspired by the cosmos flower, featuring layers of creamy lace and soft apricot, adorned with large, eight-petaled cosmos blooms in shades of pink and magenta. Over her dress, she wears a cropped coral cardigan to ward off the evening chill. To achieve the delicate stitch definition of the lace tiers and the vibrant petals of the flowers, it is highly recommended to buy premium mercerized cotton yarn. This fiber ensures the garment drapes elegantly and the colors remain bright.

For the most comfortable crafting experience while assembling the miniature bird companion and the delicate drawstring bag, you should purchase professional-grade ergonomic crochet hooks. These tools are essential for maintaining consistent 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 as luxurious as it looks. This project is a significant investment of your creative energy, resulting in a breathtaking centerpiece that showcases advanced skills in floral appliqué, garment layering, and miniature sculpting. Accompanied by a tiny beaded purse and a soaring blue swallow companion, this set tells a story of freedom and nature, 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 airy, “breezy” aesthetic, selecting the right color palette is paramount. The cosmos flowers require shades of pink, white, and deep magenta, while the dress should be light and airy. The blue swallow adds a contrasting pop of color representing the sky.

• 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: Apricot or Pale Peach cotton yarn (approx. 60g) and White for the lace tiers.
• Cardigan Yarn: Coral or Salmon Pink yarn (approx. 40g).
• Cosmos Flowers: Magenta, Soft Pink, and White (petals); Golden Yellow (centers).
• Hat Yarn: White or Cream (approx. 40g).
• Shoes: Golden Yellow or Mustard yarn.
• Swallow Companion: Sapphire Blue, White, and a scrap of Orange.
• Drawstring Bag: Light Blue and White 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; 6mm eyes for the swallow.
• Stuffing: Premium grade, anti-allergenic polyester fiberfill.
• Embroidery Floss: Dark brown for the nose.
• Notions: Long tapestry needle, stitch markers, cosmetic blush, and small beads for the purse (optional).

Standard Stitch Abbreviations and Guide

This project utilizes standard United States terminology. The complexity lies in the tiered skirt construction and the assembly of the cosmos flowers. Maintain a firm tension for the amigurumi parts to prevent stuffing show-through.

• 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.
• Shell Stitch: (5 dc in same st) – used for the flower petals.

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 1 inc in every stitch around the circle. (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 and creates the placement area for the expressive eyes. (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 Golden Yellow 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 (skin). 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.

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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.

Phase 4: The Tiered Cosmos Dress

This dress captures the layers of a garden. It features a fitted apricot bodice and a tiered skirt with lace detailing. Use the 2.75mm hook.

Bodice (Apricot)

1. Row 1: Ch 35. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (34)
2. Rows 2-5: sc across. (34)
3. Row 6 (Armholes): sc 5, ch 8, skip 6, sc 12, ch 8, skip 6, sc 5.
4. Row 7: sc across all sts and chains. (38)
5. Rows 8-10: sc across.
6. Round 11 (Waist): Join to work in rounds. sc around.

Skirt (Apricot and White)

We will create two tiers. The underskirt and an upper ruffle.

1. Base Skirt: Continue from Round 11 in Apricot. *3 dc, 1 inc* around. Work 10 rounds of dc.

   Hem: Switch to White. *sc, ch 3, sc* in each st around for a picot lace edge. Fasten off.

2. Upper Tier: Attach Apricot yarn to the front loops of Round 12 (just below the waist). *3 dc, 1 inc* around. Work 5 rounds of dc.

   Hem: Switch to White. *sc, ch 3, sc* in each st around. Fasten off.

Cosmos Flowers (Make 5-7)

Use Pink, Magenta, and White yarn for petals.

1. Center: With Yellow yarn, MR 8 sc. Sl st to join.
2. Petals: Switch to Petal Color. *Ch 3, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st in next st*. Repeat 8 times for 8 petals. The cosmos flower has distinct, separated petals.
3. Assembly: Sew these flowers along the bottom tier of the skirt. Embroider green stems rising from the hem to the flowers using Green yarn.

Phase 5: The Coral Cardigan

A short, breezy layer. Use Coral/Salmon 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. Sleeves: Join yarn to armhole. Work 16 sc around for 10 rounds. Fasten off.
8. Decoration: Create a tiny chain of white beads or french knots along the neckline to simulate a necklace or trim.

Phase 6: The Sun Hat

A classic white hat with a coral band. Use White 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. Rounds 9-13: sc in each st around.
10. Round 14 (Brim): Work in FLO. *2 sc, 1 inc* around. (64)
11. Round 15: *3 sc, 1 inc* around. (80)
12. Round 16: sc around. Fasten off.
13. Band: Chain 50 in Coral yarn. Sew around the base of the crown. Attach a large Cosmos flower to the side.

Phase 7: The Blue Swallow Companion

A symbol of freedom and travel. Use Sapphire Blue yarn.

1. Body: MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Inc to 18. Work 5 rounds. Dec to 12. Dec to 6. Close.
2. Head: MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Work 3 rounds. Dec to 6. Stuff. Sew to top of body.
3. Wings (Make 2): Ch 6. In 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc, tr, dtr. Sew to sides in a swept-back position.
4. Tail: Ch 6. Work a “V” shape (ch 6, sl st back, ch 6, sl st back) to create the forked tail. Sew to rear.
5. Beak: Tiny stitch of Orange.
6. Eyes: Insert 6mm safety eyes.

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Phase 8: Drawstring Purse

A small bag for collecting seeds. Use Light Blue and White.

1. Base: With White, MR 8 sc. Inc to 16. Inc to 24.
2. Sides: Switch to Light Blue. BLO sc around (24). Work 8 rounds.
3. Top: *sc 1, ch 1, skip 1* around to create holes. Work 1 more round of sc.
4. Drawstring: Ch 30 in White. Weave through holes and tie.

Final Assembly and Styling

Bring the Cosmos Breeze Bunny to life with these final steps.

• Dressing: Put the tiered dress on the bunny. Layer the coral cardigan over it. Put the yellow shoes on the feet.
• Hat: Place the sun hat on the head, tilting it slightly to show the large flower.
• Props: Hang the drawstring purse on the bunny’s arm. Place the swallow near her, perhaps perched on her hand or shoulder.
• Finishing Touches: Check for any loose yarn tails and hide them deep inside the body. Apply a fresh dusting of blush to the cheeks.

Your Cosmos Breeze Bunny is now complete! This character serves as a stunning tribute to the airy beauty of late summer flowers. The intricate tiered skirt and the delicate accessories make this a true heirloom piece. We hope you enjoyed this creative journey!

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