Her color palette is fresh and appetizing, featuring Soft Gooseberry Green, Pastel Pink, and Clean White. She wears a lovely Green Dress, the hem of which is delicately embroidered with darker green gooseberries, celebrating the fruit of the season. To keep her dress spotless while she cooks, she wears a crisp White Pinafore Apron featuring adorable heart-shaped pockets. Her head is covered by a Pink Gingham Kerchief tied in a practical “Babushka” style, and she wears matching Green Shoes.

She is prepared for her work with a knitted Jam Jar, complete with a fabric-style lid and a handwritten label. Her companion is a playful White Goose wearing a pink bow—a whimsical nod to the “Goose” in “Gooseberry.”

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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)
• MC – Main Color (Oatmeal/Beige for bunny)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Gooseberry Green, White, Pale Pink, Deep Red/Jam Color, Orange)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Gooseberry Green (Pale Green): Approx. 40g for the dress and shoes.
  • White: Approx. 30g for the apron and goose.
  • Pale Pink: Approx. 20g for the kerchief.
  • Deep Red/Purple: Approx. 10g for the jam contents.
  • Beige/Fabric Color: Scrap for the jar lid.
  • Orange: Scrap for the goose beak/feet.
  • Dark Green: Embroidery floss for the berry details.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Goose, Jar).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), a small piece of felt or fabric for the “Jam” label.

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 head.

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.
• Green Dress: Worked flat. The skirt provides a canvas for the berry embroidery.
• Heart Pinafore: A white apron with a bib and straps. The heart pockets are knitted separately and sewn on.
• Gingham Kerchief: A triangular piece. The gingham effect is best achieved by knitting in plain pink and embroidering white grid lines afterwards for a clean look.
• Accessories: The Jam Jar is a cylinder with a ruffled top; the Goose is a shaped soft toy.

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.

Gooseberry Green Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using Gooseberry Green 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.

Embroidery:

Using Dark Green embroidery floss, stitch small round clusters (French knots or satin stitch circles) along the lower third of the skirt to represent gooseberries. Add tiny stems connecting them.

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

White Heart Pinafore

Worked flat using White yarn and US 4 needles.

Apron Skirt: CO 40 sts.

Rows 1–2: Garter stitch.

Rows 3–20: Stockinette stitch (keep first and last 2 sts in Garter).

Waist: *k2, k2tog* across (approx 30 sts).

Knit 4 rows Garter stitch.

Bib:

BO 6 sts, k18, BO 6 sts.

Rejoin yarn to center 18 sts.

Work in Stockinette for 1.5 inches.

Knit 2 rows Garter. BO.

Heart Pockets (Make 2):

CO 2 sts.

Row 1: kfb, kfb (4 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: kfb, k2, kfb (6 sts).

Rows 4–6: Stockinette.

Row 7: k3, turn. Work on these 3 sts. Dec 1 st. BO.

Rejoin to remaining 3 sts. Dec 1 st. BO.

Sew these heart shapes onto the apron skirt.

Straps: Knit two I-cords to attach to the bib and cross at the back.

Pink Gingham Kerchief

With Pale Pink 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 measures approx 10 inches along the wide edge.

Edging: Knit 2 rows Garter stitch. BO loosely.

Gingham Effect:

To create the “check” look without complicated colorwork, use White embroidery floss to stitch horizontal and vertical lines across the pink fabric, creating a windowpane grid. This mimics the specific “Babushka” style in the image.

Gooseberry Green Shoes

Make 2. With Gooseberry Green 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.

Pantry Accessories

The Jam Jar

Jar Body: With Deep Red/Purple (Jam color).

CO 8 sts. Inc to 24 sts (Base).

Knit 12 rounds (The jar filled with jam).

Neck: Change to Beige (Lid fabric).

Dec to 18 sts. Knit 2 rounds.

Ruffled Lid:

Rnd 1: *kfb* around (36 sts).

Rnd 2: Purl (creates the tie line).

Rnd 3: *k1, yo* around (Ruffle). BO.

Label: Cut a tiny rectangle of fabric or felt. Write “Jam” on it and sew to the front of the jar.

Spoon: Use a real miniature wooden spoon or whittle a small twig to place next to the jar.

The White Goose

With White yarn and US 3 needles.

Body: CO 6 sts. Inc to 18. Knit 10 rounds (Egg shape).

Dec to 10 sts.

Neck: Knit 8 rounds on these 10 sts (Long neck).

Head: Inc to 16. Knit 5 rounds. Dec to 8. Close.

Beak: With Orange. Pick up 4 sts on face. Knit 2 rounds. Dec to point.

Feet (Make 2): With Orange. CO 5 sts. Knit 3 rows. BO. Sew to bottom.

Wings (Make 2): With White. CO 6 sts. Knit 6 rows. Dec to point. Sew to sides.

Bow: Tie a small pink ribbon around the goose’s neck.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider gentle, happy eyes. Use pink thread for a nose.
• Dressing: Put on the green dress. Layer the heart pinafore over it. Put on the green shoes. Tie the gingham kerchief under the chin.
• Props: Place the jam jar near the bunny. Position the white goose standing faithfully by her side.

Your “Gooseberry Jam” Bunny is ready for the pantry! Happy knitting.