Her outfit is a charming nod to the “Woodland Animal” aesthetic, perfect for autumn displays or imaginative play. She wears a cozy brown and white striped sweater layered beneath a striking Dark Carrot Orange pinafore dress. The back of the dress features a delightful surprise: a knitted fox tail motif with a white tip, integrated right into the fabric. To complete her transformation, she wears a snug Fox Bonnet with alert, pointed ears tipped in black and framed with white. Her feet are clad in sleek black ankle boots to mimic swift fox paws. In a playful twist, she carries a “trophy” handbag shaped like a yellow chick and has gathered a basket of wild blackberries for a snack. This pattern is full of character and is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

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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)
• MB – Make Bobble (k1, yo, k1, yo, k1 into same st, turn, p5, turn, k5, pass 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th sts over 1st st)
• MC – Main Color (Bunny Beige)
• CC – Contrast Colors (Carrot Orange, Chocolate Brown, White, Black, Yellow, Purple/Black for berries)

Materials

• Yarn: DK or Light Worsted weight yarn:
  • Oatmeal/Beige: Approx. 50g for the bunny body.
  • Dark Carrot/Rust Orange: Approx. 40g for the dress and bonnet.
  • Chocolate Brown: Approx. 15g for the sweater stripes.
  • White: Approx. 15g for the sweater stripes, bonnet trim, and tail tip.
  • Black: Approx. 10g for boots and ear tips.
  • Yellow: Small amount for the chick bag.
  • Dark Purple/Black: Scrap for blackberries.
• 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/nose), 2 small buttons (dress straps), waste yarn.

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 ear tips.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. Legs are knitted separately, then joined. Body and head are one piece. Arms and ears are sewn on.
• Striped Sweater: Worked flat in pieces (or in the round) with simple color changes.
• Fox Pinafore: Worked flat to allow for the Intarsia (color block) fox tail on the back skirt.
• Fox Bonnet: A basic bonnet shape with separately knitted ears attached to the top.
• Accessories: The Chick Bag is a stuffed shape; Blackberries are textured bobbles.

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 first leg, keep sts on holder. Knit second leg, 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 in round.

Rnds 37–48: k all.

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.

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 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, close head.

Arms (Make 2)

With Oatmeal, CO 8 sts. Join.

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. Sew to body.

Ears (Make 2)

With Oatmeal. Worked flat. CO 12 sts.

Rows 1–35: Stockinette stitch.

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.

Brown & White Striped Sweater

Worked flat in pieces using US 4 needles.

Stripe Pattern: 2 rows Brown, 2 rows White.

Back: With Brown, CO 24 sts. Work k1, p1 rib for 4 rows.

Work in Stockinette Stripe Pattern for 2.5 inches. BO.

Front: Work same as back until 2 inches.

Neck: BO center 8 sts. Work shoulders separately for 0.5 inch. BO.

Sleeves (Make 2): CO 12 sts. Rib 4 rows.

Inc 1 st each end every 6th row until 20 sts. Work until sleeve is 2.5 inches. BO.

Assembly: Sew shoulder seams, set in sleeves, sew side seams.

Fox Tail Pinafore Dress

Worked flat from bottom up using Carrot Orange yarn and US 4 needles.

Skirt: CO 60 sts.

Rows 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Body with Tail Motif (Back):

Work in Stockinette stitch. On the back center of the skirt (approx stitches 25–35), use the Intarsia method or Duplicate Stitch later to create a vertical “Tail” shape.

Tail Colors: Use Orange for the base of the tail and White for the tip. The tail should look like an oval rising from the hem.

Work straight until piece measures 3.5 inches.

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

Waistband: Work 4 rows k1, p1 rib.

Bib: BO 12 sts, k21 (Bib), BO 12 sts.

Work on Bib sts for 1.5 inches. Work 2 rows Garter. BO.

Straps: Knit two long I-cords or Garter strips. Attach to bib corners, cross at back, and sew to waistband.

Fox Bonnet

With Carrot Orange yarn and US 4 needles. Worked flat.

Brim: With White yarn, CO 46 sts. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch.

Change to Orange.

Body: Work in Stockinette stitch for 2.5 inches.

Back Shaping:

Row 1: *k4, k2tog* rep to last 4 sts, k4.

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: *k3, k2tog* rep to last 4 sts, k4.

Continue decreasing until 10 sts remain. Cut yarn, draw through. Sew back seam.

Fox Ears (Make 2):

With Orange, CO 10 sts.

Rows 1–6: Stockinette.

Row 7: Change to Black (Tip). ssk, k6, k2tog (8 sts).

Row 8: Purl.

Row 9: ssk, k4, k2tog (6 sts).

Row 10: Purl.

Row 11: ssk, k2, k2tog (4 sts).

Row 12: Purl.

Row 13: ssk, k2tog (2 sts).

Row 14: k2tog. Fasten off.

Inner Ear: Duplicate stitch a small white triangle in the center of the orange section.

Sew ears to the top of the bonnet.

Black Ankle Boots

Make 2. With Black 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: k10, (k2tog) 3 times, k10 (23 sts).

Rnds 6–10: Knit all (Boot shaft).

Rnd 11: BO all sts.

Accessories

Chick Bag

With Yellow yarn.

Body: CO 8 sts. Inc to 24 sts (Circle).

Knit 12 rounds.

Dec to 12 sts. Stuff.

Dec to 6 sts. Close.

Wings: Pick up 3 sts on side. Knit 3 rows. BO. Repeat on other side.

Face: Embroider two black eyes and an orange “V” beak.

Strap: Knit a long Yellow I-cord and attach to the chick.

Wild Blackberries

Make 3–5. With Dark Purple/Black yarn.

CO 1 st.

Row 1: (k1, p1, k1, p1, k1) into the stitch (5 sts).

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: Knit.

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5: Pass 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th sts over 1st st. (1 st).

Fasten off. Leave tails to tie them together in a cluster. Add a small green yarn knot for a leaf.

Final Assembly

• Face: Embroider bright eyes and a black nose/mouth.
• Dressing: Put on the striped sweater. Layer the orange pinafore over it (admire the tail on the back!). Put on the black boots. Tie the fox bonnet under the chin.
• Props: Hang the chick bag on the shoulder. Place the blackberry cluster in the bunny’s hand or in a small basket.

Your “Fox” Friend Bunny is ready for some woodland mischief! Have fun with the disguise.