Her wardrobe is a curated capsule of classic Parisian staples in a striking palette of Black, White, and Burgundy. She wears a simple yet elegant Burgundy Shift Dress that provides a splash of deep color. Layered over this is the iconic Breton Stripe Cardigan in crisp black and white, fastened with tiny black buttons. Her look is topped off with a jaunty Black Beret, whimsically embroidered with small white music notes. On her feet, she wears glossy Black Mary Jane Shoes. She is ready for her shopping trip with a knitted Beige Net Bag containing a freshly baked Baguette and a wedge of Cheese. Accompanying her is a charming white Goose wearing a jaunty red scarf.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• k – knit
• p – purl
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• CO – cast on
• BO – bind off
• rnd(s) – round(s)
• RS – right side
• WS – wrong side
• kfb – knit front and back (increase 1 stitch)
• m1 – make 1 (lifted increase)
• k2tog – knit 2 stitches together (decrease)
• ssk – slip, slip, knit (decrease)
• yo – yarn over (creates a hole for the net bag)
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Burgundy, Black, White, Tan/Crust color, Yellow/Cheese color, Orange for beak/feet, Red for scarf)

Materials

• Yarn: DK weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Burgundy: Approx. 30g for the dress.
  • Black: Approx. 30g for cardigan stripes, beret, and shoes.
  • White: Approx. 30g for cardigan stripes, goose, and embroidery.
  • Tan/Light Brown: Scraps for the baguette and net bag.
  • Yellow/Orange/Red: Small scraps for accessories and the goose parts.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Goose, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black or brown embroidery floss (eyes/nose), 3-4 tiny black buttons for the cardigan, white embroidery floss for the beret notes.

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on US 3 needles.
• Finished Size: Approximately 14 inches (36 cm) tall from shoes to the top of the beret.

Bunny Body Instructions

Legs (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn and US 3 needles.

Rnd 1: CO 10 sts. Join in the round. k all.

Rnd 2: kfb in every st (20 sts).

Rnds 3–8: k all (Foot).

Rnd 9 (Heel): k10, turn. p10, turn. k10, turn. p10, turn. k all sts to end of rnd.

Rnds 10–35: k all. Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.

Break yarn for the first leg and place stitches on a holder. Knit the second leg but do not break yarn.

Body

Rnd 36 (Join): k across 10 sts of second leg, CO 4 sts, k across 20 sts of first leg, CO 4 sts, k remaining 10 sts of second leg (48 sts). Join to work in the round.

Rnds 37–48: k all (Hips).

Rnd 49: *k6, k2tog* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 50–60: k all.

Rnd 61: *k5, k2tog* rep around (36 sts).

Rnds 62–66: k all.

Rnd 67: *k4, k2tog* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 68: *k3, k2tog* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 69 (Neck): *k2, k2tog* rep around (18 sts).

Rnds 70–72: k all for neck. Stuff body firmly.

Head

Rnd 73: *k2, m1* rep around (27 sts).

Rnd 74: *k3, m1* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 75: *k3, m1* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 76–96: k all. Stuff neck very firmly.

Rnd 97: *k6, k2tog* rep around (42 sts).

Rnd 98: *k5, k2tog* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 99: *k4, k2tog* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 100: *k3, k2tog* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 101: *k2, k2tog* rep around (18 sts).

Rnd 102: k2tog around (9 sts).

Cut yarn, thread through remaining stitches, pull tight.

Arms (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn, CO 8 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnds 2–24: k all.

Rnd 25: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, ssk (14 sts).

BO. Stuff lightly and sew to body.

Ears (Make 2)

With Oatmeal yarn, worked flat. CO 12 sts.

Rows 1–35: Stockinette stitch (knit RS, purl WS).

Row 36: ssk, k8, k2tog (10 sts).

Row 37: p all.

Row 38: ssk, k6, k2tog (8 sts).

Row 39: p all.

Row 40: ssk, k4, k2tog (6 sts).

Row 41: ssk, k2, k2tog (4 sts).

BO. Sew to head.

Burgundy Shift Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using Burgundy yarn and US 4 needles. This is a simple, sleek shape.

Skirt: CO 54 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rows 5–28: Stockinette stitch.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k4, k2tog* rep across (45 sts).

Work 6 rows Stockinette.

Armhole Shaping:

Row 1: k10 (Back), BO 4, k17 (Front), BO 4, k10 (Back).

Work the three sections separately in Stockinette for 10 rows each. BO all sections.

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew back seam up to the waist. Add a small snap for closure if desired.

Breton Stripe Cardigan

Worked flat from top down using US 4 needles. The stripe pattern is 2 rows Black, 2 rows White throughout.

Neck: With Black, CO 30 sts.

Rows 1–2: k1, p1 rib. Change to White.

Raglan Increases (Maintain Stripe Pattern):

Row 3 (RS): k5 (Front), pm, k5 (Sleeve), pm, k10 (Back), pm, k5 (Sleeve), pm, k5 (Front).

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5 (Black): *k to marker, m1, sm, k1, m1* repeat at all markers, k to end.

Row 6 (Black): Purl.

Repeat Rows 5–6, alternating colors every 2 rows, until sleeve sections have 15 sts.

Divide: Work Front, place Sleeve sts on holder, Work Back, place Sleeve sts on holder, Work Front.

Body: Continue stripe pattern on body sts for 2 inches.

Hem: With Black, work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Continue stripe pattern for 1.5 inches.

Cuffs: With Black, work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sew sleeve seams. Sew tiny black buttons to the front band (use gaps in knit for buttonholes).

Chic Black Beret

With Black yarn and US 3 needles.

Brim: CO 44 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–5: k1, p1 rib.

Increase (Plate):

Rnd 6: *k1, m1* around (88 sts).

Rnds 7–12: Knit all.

Crown Decrease:

Rnd 13: *k6, k2tog* around.

Rnd 14: Knit.

Rnd 15: *k5, k2tog* around.

Continue decreasing every round until 8 sts remain. Draw yarn through tightly.

Embroidery: Using White floss, freestyle embroider small music notes (eighth notes and quarter notes) scattered over the top of the beret.

Black Mary Jane Shoes

Make 2. With Black yarn (a mercerized cotton gives a nice glossy look) and US 3 needles.

Sole: CO 10 sts. Knit 12 rows Garter. Round toe. BO.

Upper: Pick up 32 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–4: Knit all (Stockinette for smooth look).

Rnd 5 (Toe): k10, (k2tog) 6 times, k10 (26 sts).

Rnd 6: BO all sts.

Strap: Chain a small strap across the instep and secure.

Market Accessories

Net Market Bag

With Tan/Beige yarn and US 3 needles.

Base: CO 8 sts. Knit a square (approx 14 rows). Pick up sts around the square (approx 36 sts).

Knit 2 rounds plain to set the base.

Mesh Pattern:

Rnd 1: *yo, k2tog* repeat around.

Rnd 2: Knit all.

Repeat these 2 rounds for 2.5 inches. The bag will be stretchy.

Rnd Next: Knit all.

BO.

Handles (Make 2): CO 4 sts. Knit a garter strip approx 5 inches long. Sew to the top rim of the bag.

Baguette & Cheese

Baguette: With Tan yarn. CO 6 sts. Distribute on DPNs. Knit in the round for 4 inches. Dec to 3 sts, pull tight. Do the same for the other end. Stuff lightly. Embroider diagonal “cuts” on top with darker brown thread.

Cheese Wedge: With Yellow. CO 10 sts. Knit 10 rows (square). BO. Fold diagonally to make a triangle and sew up sides, stuffing firmly to create a wedge shape.

Market Goose Companion

With White yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 8 sts. Inc to 16. Inc to 24 (Body). Knit 8 rnds.

Dec to 12 sts.

Neck: Knit 8 rnds on these 12 sts.

Head: Inc to 18 sts. Knit 4 rnds. Dec to 6. Stuff. Close.

Beak: With Orange, pick up 4 sts on face. Knit 3 rows, dec to point.

Feet (Make 2): With Orange. CO 5 sts. Knit 4 rows garter. BO. Sew to bottom.

Scarf: With Red. CO 4 sts. Knit garter stitch for 5 inches. Tie around the goose’s neck.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider chic, minimalist eyes. Use brown or black thread for a small nose.
• Dressing: Put on the burgundy dress. Layer the striped cardigan over it. Put on the black glossy shoes. Place the beret on the head at a jaunty angle.
• Props: Place the baguette and cheese into the net bag and hang it on the bunny’s arm. Position the goose by her side.

Your “French Market” Bunny is ready for a stylish day in Paris! Happy knitting.