The Pansy Patchwork Charm Bunny is a delightful celebration of spring gardening and the nostalgic art of quilting. This heirloom-quality project features a soft, cream-colored rabbit with a gentle, inquisitive expression, designed to capture the heart of any collector. She is dressed in a spectacular ensemble that mimics a handmade patchwork quilt: a skirt constructed from individual crochet squares, each featuring a vibrant pansy motif in shades of royal purple, sunny yellow, and lilac. Over this, she wears a textured meadow-green cardigan to ward off the spring breeze. To achieve the crisp definition of the patchwork squares and the delicate structure of the flower petals, it is highly recommended to buy premium mercerized cotton yarn. This fiber choice ensures the colors remain distinct and the tiny squares hold their shape perfectly without distorting.

For the most comfortable crafting experience while assembling the miniature heart-shaped bag and the tiny dachshund companion, you should purchase professional-grade ergonomic crochet hooks. These tools are essential for maintaining consistent tension without hand fatigue during the meticulous joining 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 modular construction, color work, and miniature sculpting. Accompanied by a woven heart bag, a jar of “beads” or treats, and a loyal puppy friend, this set tells a story of friendship and creativity, 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 “Patchwork Charm” aesthetic, you need a palette that balances vibrancy with vintage softness. The pansies require rich purples and yellows, while the bunny should be a neutral cream or oatmeal. The cardigan serves as the “leaves” in a soft green.

• Bunny Body Yarn: Cream, Vanilla, or Off-White Sport weight cotton yarn (approx. 150g). A matte finish provides a natural, soft fur texture.
• Dress Motifs: Deep Purple, Lilac, Buttercup Yellow, and White cotton yarn (approx. 30g of each).
• Cardigan Yarn: Sage Green, Meadow Green, or Pistachio yarn (approx. 50g).
• Headband Fabric: A strip of floral fabric or you can crochet a band in Cream.
• Heart Bag: Beige or Tan yarn.
• Dachshund Companion: Chocolate Brown and Tan yarn.
• Shoes: Beige/Tan with White soles.
• 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 dog.
• Stuffing: Premium grade, anti-allergenic polyester fiberfill.
• Embroidery Floss: Dark brown for the nose; Pink for cheeks.
• Notions: Long tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a small jar for a prop.

Standard Stitch Abbreviations and Guide

This project utilizes standard United States terminology. The complexity lies in the modular construction of the skirt (joining squares) and the detailed pansy motif. 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.
• Cluster: A group of stitches worked into the same space to form 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 Upright Ears

The ears are designed to be tall and expressive. They are not stuffed, which allows them to be posed or slightly folded. 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 47-50: 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.

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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 Beige yarn (shoes). 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: Switch to White (soles). BLO sc around. (22)
4. Round 4: Switch to Beige. sc around.
5. Round 5: sc 6, 5 dec, sc 6. (17)
6. Round 6: Switch to Cream (socks/skin). BLO sc around. (17)
7. Rounds 7-25: sc in each st around in Cream. (17)
8. 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 17 around the first leg, sc 3 along the chain, sc 17 around the second leg, sc 3 along the other side of the chain. (40)
2. Round 27: Perform *4 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.

Phase 4: The Patchwork Pansy Dress

This skirt is the highlight of the design. It is made of small granny squares featuring pansy flowers.

Pansy Motif Square (Make 12)

Use combinations of Purple/Yellow and Lilac/White.

1. Center: With Yellow, MR 5 sc. Sl st join.
2. Petals:
   • *Ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st into same st* (Small top petal 1).
   • *Ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st into next st* (Small top petal 2).
   • Switch to Purple/Lilac.
   • *Ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, sl st into next st* (Large side petal 1).
   • *Ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, sl st into next st* (Large bottom petal).
   • *Ch 3, 3 tr, ch 3, sl st into next st* (Large side petal 2).
3. Squaring (Background): Attach Cream yarn behind a petal.
   • Round 1: Create chain loops behind the petals (ch 4, sl st between petals). You need 4 loops.
   • Round 2: In each loop work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc). This creates the corners. Join.

Dress Assembly

1. Sew the squares into two rows of six to create a wide strip. Join the ends to form a tube.
2. Waistband: Attach yarn to the top edge. Decrease evenly until it fits the bunny’s waist (approx 48 sts).
3. Bodice: Work rows of sc up from the waistband for about 8 rows. Split for armholes.
4. Straps: Chain 15 for shoulder straps and attach to the back.

Phase 5: The Meadow Green Cardigan

A textured green jacket. Use Sage Green yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 36. sc in 2nd ch and across. (35)
2. Row 2: *sc, dc* repeat across (Grit Stitch/Lemon Peel Stitch) for texture.
3. Row 3: Repeat texture.
4. Row 4 (Armholes): Work 6 sts in pattern, ch 8, skip 6, work 11 sts in pattern, ch 8, skip 6, work 6 sts.
5. Rows 5-10: Work texture pattern across all sts and chains. Fasten off.
6. Sleeves: Join yarn to armhole. Work *sc, dc* around for 12 rounds.
7. Decorations: Sew two small pansy motifs (just the flower part) to the pockets or lapels of the cardigan.

Phase 6: The Headband

A simple fabric-style band. You can use real fabric or crochet.

1. Crochet Option: Ch 60 (or head circumference). Work 4 rows of sc. Sew ends together.
2. Decoration: Crochet a large Pansy (same as dress motif but use a larger hook) and sew it to the side of the band.

Phase 7: The Heart Bag

A cute accessory. Use Beige yarn.

1. Panel (Make 2):
   • MR, 6 sc.
   • Inc around (12).
   • *1 sc, inc* (18).
   • *2 sc, inc* (24).
   • Create two of these circles. Do not fasten off the second. Join them side by side.
   • Work sc around the perimeter of both circles.
   • In the next rounds, decrease at the outer edges to taper down to a point at the bottom, forming a heart shape.
2. Assembly: Sew the two heart panels together, leaving the top bumps open.
3. Strap: Ch 40. Attach to sides.

Phase 8: The Dachshund Puppy

A loyal friend. Use Chocolate Brown yarn.

1. Head: MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Work 3 rounds. Dec to 6. Stuff.
2. Body: Ch 10. sc around chain to form oval. Work 15 rounds to make a long sausage body. Dec to close.
3. Ears (Make 2): Ch 5. sc back down. Sew to head.
4. Legs (Make 4): MR 5 sc. Work 2 rounds. Sew to body.
5. Tail: Ch 5. sc back. Sew to rear.
6. Scarf: Tie a tiny scrap of patterned fabric or crochet chain around its neck.

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Final Assembly and Styling

Bring the Pansy Patchwork Charm Bunny to life with these final steps.

• Dressing: Put the patchwork dress on the bunny. Layer the green cardigan over it. Put the shoes on the feet.
• Headwear: Place the headband on the head, positioning the pansy flower near the ear.
• Props: Hang the heart bag on the bunny’s arm. Place the jar of beads nearby. Position the dachshund at her feet.
• 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 Pansy Patchwork Charm Bunny is now complete! This character serves as a vibrant tribute to the joy of color and the tradition of patchwork. The intricate squares and the adorable dog companion make this a true heirloom piece. We hope you enjoyed this creative journey!

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