Her wardrobe is a capsule of mid-century chic, designed for stepping off a train in Paris or strolling through Rome. The centerpiece of her outfit is a luxurious Beige Trench Coat (knitted as a long cardigan), belted at the waist for that classic silhouette. Underneath, she wears a rich Burgundy Pleated Skirt that offers warmth and style. To protect her fur from the wind, she wears a delicate Silk-Style Headscarf tied beneath her chin, paired with chic Black Sunglasses perched on her head. Her feet are ready for walking tours in sturdy Brown Ankle Boots.

She travels in style with a Vintage Brown Suitcase, adorned with embroidered “stickers” from her favorite destinations. Her faithful companion on this voyage is a spirited, jet-black Scottish Terrier.

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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
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Camel Beige, Burgundy, Brown, Black, Scraps for stickers)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Camel/Tan: Approx. 40g for the trench coat.
  • Burgundy/Wine: Approx. 25g for the skirt.
  • Dark Brown: Approx. 20g for the boots and suitcase.
  • Black: Approx. 20g for the Scottie dog and sunglasses.
  • Variegated/Patterned Scrap: For the headscarf (or use a solid light color).
  • Embroidery Floss: Various colors for suitcase stickers.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Dog, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), craft wire (for sunglasses), cardboard (for suitcase structure).

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 boots to the top of the ears.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. Legs are knitted separately, then joined to form the hips. The body and head are one continuous piece. Arms and ears are knitted separately and sewn on.
• Trench Coat: Worked flat from the top down (raglan style). It features a collar added after the main body is knit and a separate belt.
• Pleated Skirt: Worked flat or in the round. The pleats are simulated using a wide rib pattern to create vertical folds.
• Accessories: The Suitcase is a box construction; the Headscarf is a flat triangle; the Sunglasses are wire wrapped in yarn.
• Scottie Dog: A shaped soft toy with a distinctive profile.

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.

Camel Beige Trench Coat

Worked flat from the top down using Camel/Tan yarn and US 4 needles. This coat is designed to be long and belted.

Neck: CO 32 sts.

Rows 1–2: Garter stitch.

Raglan Increases:

Row 3 (RS): k6 (Front), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k12 (Back), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k6 (Front).

Row 4: Purl (keeping first/last 2 sts Garter for edge).

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

Row 6: Purl.

Repeat Rows 5–6 until sleeve sections have 16 sts.

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

Body: Work on body sts for 3.5 inches (Long coat length).

Hem: Work 6 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Knit 7 rows. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO. Sew sleeve seams.

Collar: With RS facing, pick up stitches along the neck cast-on edge.

Work 6 rows in Garter Stitch. BO loosely. Fold collar down.

Belt: CO 4 sts. Knit in Garter Stitch until piece measures 12 inches. BO. Tie around the waist of the coat.

Burgundy Pleated Skirt

Worked flat from the bottom up using Burgundy yarn and US 4 needles.

Skirt Setup: CO 64 sts.

Rows 1–2: Garter stitch (Hem).

Pleated Pattern (RS): *k6, p2* repeat to end.

Pleated Pattern (WS): *k2, p6* repeat to end.

Repeat these 2 rows until the skirt measures 3.5 inches. The p2 columns act as the fold line for the pleats.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* across (48 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib. BO.

Finishing: Sew the back seam.

Traveler’s Accessories

Silk-Style Headscarf

With a fine gauge Patterned or Light yarn and US 4 needles.

Cast On: 3 sts.

Row 1: Knit.

Row 2: k1, yo, knit to last st, yo, k1.

Repeat Row 2 until the triangle is large enough to cover the head and tie under the chin (approx 11 inches wide at top).

Edging: Knit 2 rows Garter stitch. BO loosely.

Sunglasses:

Take a piece of black crafting wire. Bend it into two small circles connected by a bridge. Bend the ends back to form the arms.

Wrap the wire frames tightly with Black yarn to cover the metal. Place on top of the bunny’s head, over the ears.

Brown Ankle Boots

Make 2. With Dark Brown yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Upper: Pick up 34 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–4: Knit all.

Rnd 5 (Toe): k11, (k2tog) 6 times, k11 (28 sts).

Rnd 6: k11, (k2tog) 3 times, k11 (25 sts).

Rnds 7–10: Knit all (Ankle shaft).

BO. Add a small embroidered “buckle” on the side with gold thread.

Vintage Suitcase

With Dark Brown yarn.

Main Piece: CO 15 sts. Work in Stockinette for 6 inches.

Sides (Make 2): CO 15 sts. Work for 1 inch.

Assembly: Cut cardboard to match the dimensions of the main piece folded in half. Sew the knitted piece around the cardboard. Sew the side panels in.

Handle: Knit a short I-cord and sew to the top.

Stickers: Use embroidery floss to stitch small rectangles and circles in blue, red, and white to resemble travel tags.

Scottish Terrier Dog

With Black yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 10 sts. Inc to 20. Knit 10 rounds. Dec to 10. Stuff. Close.

Head: CO 8 sts. Inc to 16 (Head width). Knit 4 rounds.

Dec to 10 sts. Knit 3 rounds (Snout). Dec to 5. Close. Sew to body.

Legs (Make 4): CO 5 sts. Knit 4 rows (short stumpy legs). Sew to body.

Ears: Pick up 3 sts on head. Knit 2 rows. Dec to 1. BO. (Pointy ears).

Tail: Knit a short I-cord, sticking straight up.

Beard: Loop stitch or attach fringe to the chin area and trim.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider worldly, confident eyes. Use brown thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the burgundy pleated skirt. Layer the trench coat over it and tie the belt. Put on the ankle boots. Tie the headscarf over the head and position the sunglasses on top.
• Props: Place the suitcase by the bunny’s side. Position the Scottie dog ready for a walk.

Your “Grand Traveler” Bunny is ready to board the Orient Express! Bon voyage and Happy Knitting.