Her color palette is a soft, confectionery dream, blending Pastel Pink, Mint Green, and Buttercream Yellow. She wears a sweet Pastel Pink Dress, the bodice and skirt of which serve as a canvas for intricate, hand-embroidered petite roses. To keep warm, she layers a Mint Green Cardigan over her dress, fastened with tiny, lustrous pearl buttons. Her head is adorned with a wide-brimmed Pale Yellow Sun Hat, featuring a stunning cluster of purple hydrangea flowers knitted directly onto the band. On her feet, she wears matching pink Mary Jane Shoes.

No tea party is complete without the service. She carries a beautifully shaped, bulbous Teapot, and she is accompanied by a whimsical little friend: a tiny Mouse who has made a cozy home inside a teacup.

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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 (Pastel Pink, Mint Green, Pale Yellow, White, Purple, Green)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Pastel Pink: Approx. 40g for the dress and shoes.
  • Mint Green: Approx. 30g for the cardigan.
  • Pale Yellow (Buttercream): Approx. 20g for the hat.
  • White: Approx. 15g for the teapot and teacup.
  • Purple & Green Scraps: For the hat flowers and rose embroidery.
  • Mouse Grey: Small scrap for the mouse.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Accessories).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), 3 small pearl buttons, craft wire (for teapot spout/handle).

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 hat.

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.
• Rose Dress: Worked flat from the bottom up. The fabric is kept simple to allow for the rose embroidery.
• Mint Cardigan: Worked flat from the top down (raglan style).
• Sun Hat: Worked in the round with a wide brim. Decorative flowers are added separately.
• Accessories: The Teapot involves shaping for a round belly; the Teacup Mouse combines a cup shape with a partial mouse body.

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.

Pastoral Pink Rose Dress

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

Skirt: CO 60 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rows 5–30: Work in Stockinette stitch.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k2, k2tog* rep across (45 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice: Work 8 rows Stockinette.

Armhole Shaping:

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

Work the three sections separately for 8 rows. BO all sections.

Petite Rose Embroidery:

Using Darker Pink floss, create “Bullion Knots” or clusters of “French Knots” on the chest area and along the hem of the skirt to simulate miniature roses. Use Green floss to add tiny leaves (Lazy Daisy stitch) next to each rose.

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew back seam up to the waist.

Mint Green Pearl Cardigan

Worked flat from top down using Mint Green yarn and US 4 needles.

Neck: CO 28 sts.

Rows 1–2: k1, p1 rib.

Raglan Increases:

Row 3 (RS): k5 (Front), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k10 (Back), pm, k4 (Sleeve), pm, k5 (Front).

Row 4: Purl.

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 14 sts.

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

Body: Work on body sts for 2 inches.

Hem: Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Knit 6 rows. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sew sleeve seams. Sew pearl buttons to the front band.

Buttercream Sun Hat with Hydrangeas

With Pale Yellow yarn and US 3 needles.

Crown: CO 6 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (12 sts).

Rnd 2: *k1, m1* around (18 sts).

Rnd 3: *k2, m1* around (24 sts).

Rnd 4: *k3, m1* around (30 sts).

Rnd 5: *k4, m1* around (36 sts).

Rnd 6: *k5, m1* around (42 sts).

Rnd 7: *k6, m1* around (48 sts).

Body: Work straight in Stockinette for 1.5 inches.

Wide Brim:

Rnd 1: *k1, m1* around (96 sts).

Rnds 2–6: Knit all.

Rnd 7: Purl (Garter edge). BO loosely.

Hydrangea Detail:

Using Purple yarn, knit small bobbles or use embroidery to create a dense cluster of flowers on one side of the hat band. Add green leaves underneath.

Pink Mary Janes

Make 2. With Pastel Pink yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Upper: Pick up 32 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–3: Knit all.

Rnd 4 (Toe): k10, (k2tog) 6 times, k10 (26 sts).

Rnd 5: BO all sts.

Strap: Chain a small strap across the instep.

Porcelain Accessories

The Porcelain Teapot

With White yarn and US 3 needles.

Base: CO 6 sts. Inc to 24 sts. Knit 1 rnd.

Body (The Bulb):

Inc to 36 sts. Knit 2 rnds.

Inc to 48 sts. Knit 10 rnds (The fat part of the pot).

Dec to 36 sts. Knit 2 rnds.

Dec to 24 sts (Neck).

Rim: Purl 1 rnd. Knit 1 rnd. BO.

Lid: CO 6 sts. Inc to 24. Knit 2 rnds. Dec to 6. Close. Add a tiny knob on top.

Spout: CO 8 sts. Knit in round for 2 inches. BO. Insert a curved wire. Sew low on the body.

Handle: Knit an I-cord approx 3 inches. Sew to opposite side.

Teacup Mouse

Teacup: With White yarn.

CO 6 sts. Inc to 18 sts.

Knit in back loop only (create base ridge).

Knit straight for 1 inch.

Purl 1 round (Rim). BO.

Add a tiny I-cord handle.

Mouse: With Grey or Beige yarn.

CO 12 sts. Join in round.

Knit 6 rounds (Body).

Dec to 8 sts (Neck).

Inc to 12 sts (Head). Knit 4 rounds.

Dec to 6. Close.

Ears: Pick up 2 sts. Knit 1 row. BO.

Assembly: Stuff the mouse and place it inside the teacup. Sew in place so it looks like it is peeking out.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider delicate eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the pink rose dress. Layer the mint cardigan over it. Put on the pink shoes. Place the yellow hat on the head.
• Props: Place the teapot in the bunny’s hands. Set the teacup mouse by her feet.

Your “Porcelain Teapot” Bunny is ready to serve! Happy knitting.