The Edelweiss Alpine Lace Bunny is a cozy and romantic tribute to the majestic beauty of the Swiss Alps and the comfort of a warm mountainside cabin. This heirloom-quality project features a soft, cream-colored rabbit with a gentle expression, evoking the fresh air of high-altitude meadows. She is dressed in a sophisticated Alpine-inspired ensemble: a textured beige dress with a delicate white daisy-chain belt, layered under a luxurious lace-trimmed capelet that wards off the mountain chill. To protect her from the alpine sun, she wears a sturdy brown brimmed hat adorned with the iconic white Edelweiss flower. To achieve the intricate stitch definition of the lace edging and the structural integrity of the accessories, it is highly recommended to buy premium mercerized cotton yarn. This fiber choice ensures the lace remains crisp and the earthy tones look rich and natural.

For the most comfortable crafting experience while assembling the miniature beaver companion and the tiny hot cocoa mug, you should purchase professional-grade ergonomic crochet hooks. These tools are essential for maintaining even tension without hand fatigue during the meticulous assembly process. Many dedicated fiber artists also choose to order high-quality amigurumi supplies, such as glass-effect safety eyes and high-density polyester fiberfill, from trusted online retailers like Amazon to ensure their creation feels as substantial and luxurious as it looks. This project is a significant investment of your creative energy, resulting in a breathtaking centerpiece that showcases advanced skills in lace crochet, garment layering, and miniature sculpting. Accompanied by a personalized satchel, a striped scarf, and a loyal marmot friend, this set tells a story of adventure and warmth, 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 “Alpine Lodge” aesthetic, select a palette of warm earth tones combined with crisp white. The bunny is a soft cream, the accessories are rich browns and beiges, and the lace must be a bright white to mimic snow and edelweiss petals.

• Bunny Body Yarn: Cream, Vanilla, or Off-White Sport weight cotton yarn (approx. 150g). A matte finish provides a natural, soft fur texture.
• Dress & Capelet Yarn: Beige, Oatmeal, or Light Taupe cotton yarn (approx. 80g).
• Lace & Flower Yarn: Bright White cotton yarn (approx. 30g).
• Hat & Satchel Yarn: Chocolate Brown or Cocoa yarn (approx. 40g).
• Edelweiss Centers: Golden Yellow or Mustard yarn.
• Shoes: Cream yarn.
• Marmot/Beaver Companion: Medium Brown and Lighter Tan yarn.
• Mug & Scarf: Scraps of Brown, Beige, and White.
• 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 marmot.
• Stuffing: Premium grade, anti-allergenic polyester fiberfill.
• Embroidery Floss: Dark brown for the nose/mouth; White for satchel initials.
• Notions: Long tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a small button for the satchel.

Standard Stitch Abbreviations and Guide

This project utilizes standard United States terminology. The complexity lies in the lace edging of the capelet and the dress hem. Maintain a firm tension for the amigurumi parts.

• 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.
• Picot: Ch 3, sl st in first ch. Used for the Edelweiss 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 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 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 Lopped 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 Cream yarn. 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: Work in BLO. sc around. (18)
6. Rounds 7-25: sc in each st around. (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 Alpine Dress

This dress features a beige bodice and a full skirt with white daisy and lace details. Use Beige yarn and the 2.75mm hook.

Bodice

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

1. Round 12: *3 dc, 1 inc* around. (Increase for volume).
2. Rounds 13-22: Work dc in each st around.
3. Round 23 (Lace Hem): Switch to White yarn. *sc, skip 1, 5 dc in next, skip 1* repeat around to create a scalloped lace edge. Fasten off.

Daisy Chain Belt

1. Belt Base: With White yarn, Ch 50 (enough to go around waist).
2. Daisies: Every 5 chains, work a small puff stitch or cluster in yellow, then white petals around it. Alternatively, embroider small white daisies with yellow centers along the waistline of the dress after crocheting.

Phase 5: The Lace Capelet

A warm layer with intricate edging. Use Beige yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 40. sc in 2nd ch and across.
2. Row 2: *dc, ch 1, skip 1* across to create eyelets.
3. Row 3: *2 dc, 1 inc* across.
4. Rows 4-6: dc across.
5. Row 7 (Lace Edge): Switch to White yarn. *sc, ch 3, dc, ch 3, sc* in every 3rd stitch to create a pointed lace border. Fasten off.
6. Ties: Add braided tails to the neck corners.

Phase 6: The Brown Alpine Hat

A sturdy hat for hiking. Use Brown 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. *3 sc, 1 inc* around. (60)
11. Round 15: *4 sc, 1 inc* around. (72)
12. Round 16: sc around. Fasten off.

Edelweiss Flower

The symbol of the Alps. Use White and Yellow.

1. Center: With Yellow, MR 5 sc.
2. Petals: Switch to White. *Ch 4, dc in 3rd ch, tr in 2nd ch, sl st into center MR*. Repeat 5-6 times to make uneven, star-like petals.
3. Assembly: Sew the flower to the side of the hat. Add a green leaf if desired.

Phase 7: The Marmot/Beaver Companion

A furry mountain friend. Use Brown yarn.

1. Body: MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Inc to 18. Work 6 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. Ears: Tiny semi-circles (MR 3 sc) sewn to head.
4. Tail: Ch 5. sc back down. Sew to rear.
5. Arms: Ch 3. Sew to body.
6. Prop: The marmot is holding a tiny beige mug. (MR 4 sc, work 3 rounds, add handle).

Phase 8: Accessories

Satchel Bag

1. Body: With Brown yarn, Ch 10. sc in 2nd ch and across. Work 16 rows. Fold up bottom third. Sew sides.
2. Flap: The top third is the flap. Embroider initials (e.g., “N.J.”) in White on the flap.
3. Strap: Ch 35. Attach to sides. Sew a small button for closure.

Shoes

Mary Jane style. Use Cream yarn.

1. Round 1: 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. Sew across the top.

Mug & Scarf

1. Bunny’s Mug: Beige yarn. MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. BLO sc around. Work 4 rounds. Fill with Brown yarn (cocoa). Add handle.
2. Scarf: Ch 40. Work rows of sc, changing colors (Brown, Beige, White) to create stripes. Add fringe to ends.

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Final Assembly and Styling

Bring the Edelweiss Alpine Lace Bunny to life with these final steps.

• Dressing: Put the beige dress on the bunny. Drape the lace capelet over her shoulders. Put the shoes on the feet.
• Hat: Place the brown hat on the head, tilting it slightly to show the Edelweiss.
• Props: Hang the satchel on the bunny’s shoulder. Place the mug in her hand (tack with a stitch). Position the marmot with its own mug at her feet. Arrange the scarf nearby.
• 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 Edelweiss Alpine Lace Bunny is now complete! This character serves as a stunning tribute to the romance of the mountains and the comfort of a warm drink. The intricate lace, the rustic accessories, and the charming companion make this a true heirloom piece. We hope you enjoyed this creative journey!

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