This exquisite white rabbit stands as a vision of purity and refinement. She features pristine, snowy white fur that is soft to the touch, with long, elegant ears that listen for the orchestra’s cue. She is dressed in a magnificent performance costume: a white tutu-style dress that flares dramatically. The skirt is the highlight, featuring a hemline crafted from fluffy eyelash yarn to mimic the delicate feathers of a swan. Her bodice is a sleeveless design, intricately hand-embellished with shimmering beads and sequins that catch the stage lights.

Adorning her head is a regal headband featuring pearls and soft white feathers, framing her gentle face. On her feet, she wears classic white ballet slippers with satin ribbons lacing up her ankles. Her accessories are theatrical masterpieces: she carries a handbag shaped like a swan, holds a mysterious masquerade mask for the ball, and is accompanied by a tiny, loyal Swan wearing a golden crown. This pattern is an advanced-intermediate project perfect for those who love intricate details and texture.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring
• ch – Chain
• sc – Single Crochet
• hdc – Half Double Crochet
• dc – Double Crochet
• tr – Treble Crochet
• sl st – Slip Stitch
• inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – Stitch(es)
• rnd – Round
• row – Row
• BLO – Back Loop Only
• FLO – Front Loop Only
• Picot – Ch 3, sl st in first ch.
• FO – Fasten Off

Materials Needed

• DK or Sport weight yarn in Pure White (Rabbit Body, Dress Base, Swan)
• Novelty “Eyelash” or Faux Fur yarn in White (Dress hem feathers)
• DK weight yarn in Gold/Yellow (Mini Crown)
• DK weight yarn in Silver/Grey (Mask)
• Small amount of Orange and Black yarn (Swan beak/face)
• Iridescent beads or small sequins (Bodice decoration)
• Small white pearl beads (Headband)
• White craft feathers (Headband)
• White satin ribbon (3mm width) for shoe ties
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for main amigurumi)
• 3.5 mm crochet hook (for eyelash yarn sections)
• Pair of 10mm black safety eyes (Rabbit)
• Pink embroidery thread (Nose)
• Craft wire (for Mask handle)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, beading needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins

Gauge & Finished Size

Work tightly in continuous spiral rounds for the rabbit body so the stuffing does not show. Using DK yarn and a 2.5mm hook, the finished rabbit stands approximately 28–30 cm (11–12 inches) tall (excluding ears). The dress is designed to be removable, but the shoes are integrated into the leg pattern.

Construction Overview

The rabbit is constructed in pieces. The legs are made first, starting with the ballet shoes, and are joined to form the body. The head is round with long, upright ears. The dress is the most detailed component; the bodice is worked in standard yarn, while the skirt utilizes a combination of standard yarn for structure and eyelash yarn for the feathery trim. The accessories—swan bag, mask, and mini swan—are detailed miniatures.

Body Parts (Rabbit)

Head

Use Pure White yarn and 2.5mm hook.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat around (36)
• Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat around (54)
• Rnd 10–22: sc around (54) (13 rounds).
• Rnd 23: (7 sc, dec) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 24: (6 sc, dec) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 25: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 16 and 17, spaced about 10 stitches apart. Embroider a delicate pink nose.

• Rnd 26: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 27: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 28: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18).
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 5–15: sc around (24).
• Rnd 16: (6 sc, dec) around (21).
• Rnd 17–19: sc around (21).
• Rnd 20: (5 sc, dec) around (18).
• Rnd 21–23: sc around (18).
• Rnd 24: (4 sc, dec) around (15).
• Rnd 25–27: sc around (15).

Flatten and sew to the top of the head.

Legs with Ballet Shoes (Make 2)

Start with White yarn.

• Rnd 1: Ch 7. Oval start: sc 5, 3 sc in last, sc 4, inc (14).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc (20).
• Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (20). (Sole edge).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around (20).
• Rnd 6: sc 6, 4 dec, sc 6 (16). (Toe shaping).
• Rnd 7: sc 6, 2 dec, sc 6 (14).
• Rnd 8–22: sc around (14).

Stuff firmly. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg. To create the “shoe” look, you can embroider the edge of the slipper later or switch yarn textures if you have a shiny white yarn for the foot and matte for the leg.

Body

Join legs: From second leg, ch 4, join to first leg with sc.

• Rnd 23: sc 14 (leg 1), sc 4 in ch, sc 14 (leg 2), sc 4 in ch (36).
• Rnd 24: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42).
• Rnd 25–30: sc around (42).
• Rnd 31: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36).
• Rnd 32–34: sc around (36).
• Rnd 35: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30).
• Rnd 36–38: sc around (30).
• Rnd 39: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24).
• Rnd 40: sc around (24).
• Rnd 41: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO. Sew head to body.

Arms (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3–16: sc around (12).

Stuff lightly. Flatten and sew to body.

The Swan Lake Wardrobe

Feathered Tutu Dress

Use White yarn and Eyelash yarn. Start with standard yarn and 2.5mm hook.

• Bodice: Ch 26. Join. sc around (26).
• Rnd 2: (inc) around (52).
• Rnd 3 (Armholes): sc 8, ch 6 (skip 10), sc 16, ch 6 (skip 10), sc 8.
• Rnd 4: sc around including chains (44).
• Rnd 5–9: sc around (44). (Fitted bodice).
• Skirt:
• Rnd 10: (3 sc, inc) around (55).
• Rnd 11: (4 sc, inc) around (66).
• Rnd 12: (5 sc, inc) around (77).
• Rnd 13–18: dc around (77). (Volume).
• Feather Trim: Change to Eyelash Yarn and use 3.5mm hook.
• Rnd 19–22: sc around loosely. The fur yarn will create a fluffy, feather-like texture at the hem. FO.
• Decoration: Use a beading needle to sew small iridescent beads or sequins onto the front of the bodice in a decorative pattern.

Headband

Use White yarn.

• Ch 60 (or length to fit head). sl st in 2nd ch and across. Join to form a circle.
• Sew small pearl beads along the band.
• Glue or sew small white craft feathers to one side of the headband for the dramatic Swan Lake look.

Shoe Ribbons

• Cut two lengths of white satin ribbon. Thread them through the stitches at the ankle area of the legs. Criss-cross them up the leg and tie a bow.

Ballerina Accessories

Swan Handbag

Use White yarn.

• Body: MR 6, inc to 12, (1 sc, inc) to 18. sc 3 rounds. (2 sc, dec) to 12. Stuff lightly. Close flat.
• Neck/Head: Ch 10. sc in 2nd ch and next 5 (neck). In last 3 ch, work increases to make a small head bulb. Sew to the front of the body piece.
• Handle: Ch 20. Sew to the top of the body.

Masquerade Mask

Use Silver yarn or White yarn with silver thread.

• Row 1: Ch 12. In 2nd ch from hook sc. *ch 4, skip 2, sc* repeat to end (creating eye loops).
• Row 2: In each ch-4 loop work (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc).
• Row 3: sl st around the edges to define shape. FO.
• Attach a piece of craft wire wrapped in yarn to one side as a handle.

Mini Swan Companion

Use White yarn.

• Body: MR 6, inc to 12. sc 3 rounds. dec to 6. Stuff. Close.
• Neck: Ch 8. sc back down. Sew to front of body.
• Head: MR 5, inc to 10. sc 1 round. dec to 5. Sew to top of neck.
• Beak: Tiny stitch of orange/black.
• Crown: Gold yarn. Ch 6, join ring. *ch 2, sl st* around. Sew to head.

Assembly

1. Dress the rabbit in the Feathered Tutu Dress.
2. Tie the satin ribbons around her ankles.
3. Place the Pearl & Feather Headband on her head.
4. Stitch the Swan Handbag to one arm.
5. Secure the Masquerade Mask to her hand.
6. Place the Mini Swan next to her.

Your Swan Lake Rabbit is ready to dance the night away! Bravo!