Her color palette is rich and jewel-toned, featuring Emerald Green, Creamy Ivory, and accents of Antique Brass. She is dressed in a stunning Cream Pleated Dress, where the skirt features crisp, defined folds reminiscent of classic tailoring. To ward off the evening chill, she wears a fitted Emerald Cardigan, adorned with tiny faux pearl beads that add a touch of luxury. Her head is framed by a soft Cream Beret detailed with a green bow, and she steps out in stylish Emerald T-Strap Shoes.

She carries a quintessential accessory of the era: a knitted Trapezoid Handbag featuring a distinct two-tone design and a “brass” clasp frame. Accompanying her on her outings is a loyal, striped Ginger Tabby Cat, who sits patiently waiting for a treat from her bag.

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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 (Emerald Green, Cream/Ivory, Antique Gold/Mustard, Ginger Orange, White)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Cream/Ivory: Approx. 40g for the dress and hat.
  • Emerald Green: Approx. 35g for the cardigan, shoes, and bag base.
  • Antique Gold (or Mustard): Approx. 5g for the purse clasp.
  • Ginger Orange & White: Approx. 20g for the tabby cat.
• Needles:
  • US 3 (3.25 mm) DPNs or circular needles (Bunny, Shoes, Cat, Bag).
  • US 4 (3.5 mm) Straight or circular needles (Clothing).
• Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, black embroidery floss (eyes), 3-4 small pearl beads (for cardigan buttons).

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.

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.
• Pleated Dress: Worked flat. The sharp pleats are created using a specific ribbing pattern (Knit wide, Purl narrow) that naturally folds the fabric.
• Cardigan: Worked flat from the top down with raglan shaping. The focus is on the neat neck edge for the pearls.
• Handbag: Worked flat in a trapezoid shape, changing colors, and finishing with a textured “metal” frame.
• Tabby Cat: Worked in the round with frequent color changes for stripes.

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.

Cream Pleated Dress

Worked flat from the bottom up using Cream yarn and US 4 needles. The pleats are created by a specific rib pattern.

Skirt Setup: CO 66 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Pleat Pattern:

Row 1 (RS): *k4, p2* repeat to end.

Row 2 (WS): *k2, p4* repeat to end.

Repeat Rows 1–2. The wide block of knit stitches stands out while the narrow purl stitches recede, creating a sharp “knife pleat” look.

Work until skirt measures 3.5 inches.

Waist Decrease (RS): *k1, k2tog* rep across (approx 44 sts).

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bodice: Work 8 rows Stockinette stitch.

Armhole Shaping:

Row 1: k9 (Back), BO 4, k18 (Front), BO 4, k9 (Back).

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

Finishing: Sew shoulder seams. Sew back seam up to the waist. The pleats should hang naturally vertical.

Emerald Pearl Cardigan

Worked flat from top down using Emerald 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.

Buttons: Sew 3 small pearl beads onto the left front band of the cardigan.

Cream Beret with Green Bow

With Cream yarn and US 3 needles.

Brim: CO 42 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–5: k1, p1 rib.

Crown Increase:

Rnd 6: *k1, m1* around (84 sts).

Rnds 7–12: Knit all.

Crown Decrease:

Rnd 13: *k5, k2tog* around.

Rnd 14: Knit.

Rnd 15: *k4, k2tog* around.

Continue decreasing every round until 6 sts remain. Draw yarn through.

The Bow: With Emerald Green yarn, make a small I-cord bow and sew it to the brim of the beret.

Emerald T-Strap Shoes

Make 2. With Emerald Green yarn and US 3 needles.

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

Upper: Pick up 34 sts around sole.

Rnds 1–2: Knit all.

Rnd 3: Purl all (Sole ridge).

Rnd 4 (Toe): k11, (k2tog) 6 times, k11 (28 sts).

Rnd 5: k11, (k2tog) 3 times, k11 (25 sts).

Rnd 6: BO all sts.

T-Strap Assembly:

1. Pick up 3 sts at center toe. Knit a strip 0.5 inch long (Vertical bar).

2. Pick up 3 sts at heel. Knit a strip 4 inches long (Ankle strap).

3. Thread ankle strap through the top of the vertical bar loop and sew snap or stitch to close.

Accessories: The Purse and The Cat

The Vintage Clasp Handbag

Worked flat. This bag is made in two pieces (Front and Back) and seamed.

Bag Panel (Make 2):

With Emerald Green.

CO 16 sts (Bottom).

Rows 1–8: Stockinette stitch.

Row 9: Change to Cream.

Rows 10–14: Stockinette stitch.

Shape Top:

Row 15: ssk, k to last 2 sts, k2tog (14 sts).

Row 16: Purl.

Row 17: ssk, k to last 2 sts, k2tog (12 sts).

The Clasp Frame:

Change to Antique Gold.

Row 18 (RS): Knit.

Row 19 (WS): Knit (Garter ridge resembles metal).

Row 20: *k1, bobble* at each corner to look like the ball closure. BO.

Assembly: Sew the two panels together along the sides and bottom. Stuff lightly or insert a piece of foam to keep the trapezoid shape.

Ginger Tabby Cat

With Ginger Orange and White yarn.

Body: With Orange. CO 10 sts. Inc to 20.

Stripes: Work 14 rounds in Stockinette, alternating 2 rounds Orange and 2 rounds White.

Dec to 10 sts. Stuff. Close.

Head: With Orange. Pick up 10 sts. Inc to 18.

Knit 3 rounds Orange.

Knit 2 rounds White (Muzzle area).

Dec to 6. Close.

Ears: Pick up 3 sts on head. Knit 3 rows. Pointed.

Tail: CO 4 sts. Knit striped I-cord for 2 inches.

Legs: Make 4 small White I-cords for paws.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider elegant, vintage-style eyes. Use pink thread for a delicate nose.
• Dressing: Put on the cream dress. Layer the emerald cardigan over it (admire the pearls!). Put on the T-strap shoes. Place the beret on the head.
• Props: Hang the vintage purse on the bunny’s arm. Position the ginger cat sitting nicely beside her.

Your “Vintage Clasp Purse” Bunny is ready for a sophisticated day out! Happy knitting.