Meet the “Violin Prodigy” Rabbit, a sophisticated and artistic soul who brings the beauty of classical music to the crochet world. This elegant white rabbit features deep, soulful black eyes and long, expressive ears. She is dressed for her concerto in a luxurious burgundy velvet dress that feels as soft as it looks, paired with a glamorous faux fur shawl wrapped snugly around her shoulders. On her feet, she wears delicate pink ballet flats tied with ribbons.

Her look is completed with a statement red velvet bow accessory. She is never found without her instrument: a meticulously crocheted miniature violin and bow, along with a vintage-style violin case to keep her treasure safe. A single red rose pinned to her outfit adds a final touch of romance to her performance.

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 same stitch)
• dec – decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• BLO – back loop only
• FLO – front loop only
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd – round
• row – row
• FO – fasten off

Materials

• Yarn:
• DK or Sport weight Cotton/Acrylic in White (Body, Ears)
• Bulky or Velvet yarn in Burgundy/Deep Red (Dress, Hair Bow)
• Furry/Eyelash yarn in White (Shawl)
• Sport weight yarn in Light Pink (Shoes)
• Sport weight yarn in Brown (Violin, Case)
• Fine weight yarn or thread in Black (Violin details)
• Small amount of Red and Green yarn (Rose)
• Tools:
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for amigurumi parts and violin)
• 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm crochet hook (for velvet dress and fur shawl)
• 10mm or 12mm Black Safety Eyes
• Pink embroidery thread (nose)
• Thin pink ribbon (for ankle ties)
• Polyester fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, pins, scissors
• Optional: Thin craft wire (for violin bow stability)
• Optional: Small cardboard pieces to reinforce the violin case

Gauge & Finished Size

Using the recommended materials, the seated rabbit measures approximately 28 cm (11 inches) from the bottom to the tip of the ears. The gauge for the head and body should be tight to prevent stuffing from showing. The velvet dress will have a looser gauge to drape softly.

Head

Use White yarn and 2.5 mm hook. Work in a continuous spiral.

• 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 10–18: sc around (54)
• Rnd 19: (8 sc, inc) repeat around (60) – Cheek shaping
• Rnd 20–23: sc around (60)
• Rnd 24: (8 sc, dec) repeat around (54)
• Rnd 25: (7 sc, dec) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 26: (6 sc, dec) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 27: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36)
• Rnd 28: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 29: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 17 and 18, spaced about 10 stitches apart. Embroider a small “Y” shaped nose with pink thread between the eyes. Stuff the head firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2)

Use White yarn. These are long and spoon-shaped.

• 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 5–12: sc around (24)
• Rnd 13: (10 sc, dec) repeat twice (22)
• Rnd 14–16: sc around (22)
• Rnd 17: (9 sc, dec) repeat twice (20)
• Rnd 18–20: sc around (20)
• Rnd 21: (8 sc, dec) repeat twice (18)
• Rnd 22–30: sc around (18)
• Rnd 31: (7 sc, dec) repeat twice (16)
• Rnd 32–34: sc around (16)

Do not stuff the ears heavily; only stuff the bottom 1 inch lightly to help them stand. Flatten the opening and sc across through both layers. FO, leaving a long tail.

Legs & Shoes (Make 2)

Start with Light Pink yarn (Ballet Flats).

• Rnd 1: Ch 6, start in 2nd ch from hook. 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate: 3 sc, inc (12)
• Rnd 2: inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc (18)
• Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, 4 inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 1 sc (26)
• Rnd 4: BLO sc around (26) – Sole definition
• Rnd 5–7: sc around (26)
• Rnd 8: 7 sc, 6 dec, 7 sc (20) – Toe shaping
• Rnd 9: 7 sc, 3 dec, 7 sc (17)
• Change to White yarn.
• Rnd 10: BLO sc around (17) – Leave front loops pink for shoe edge
• Rnd 11–25: sc around (17)

Stuff the foot firmly and the leg moderately. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg. Ch 3, join to first leg.

Body

Continue with White yarn.

• Rnd 26: 17 sc on first leg, 3 sc on chain, 17 sc on second leg, 3 sc on other side of chain (40)
• Rnd 27: (9 sc, inc) repeat 4 times (44)
• Rnd 28–34: sc around (44)
• Rnd 35: (9 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (40)
• Rnd 36–37: sc around (40)
• Rnd 38: (8 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (36)
• Rnd 39–40: sc around (36)
• Rnd 41: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 42–43: sc around (30)
• Rnd 44: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 45: sc around (24)

Stuff body firmly. FO. Sew head to the neck opening.

Arms (Make 2)

Use White yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (9)
• Rnd 3–16: sc around (9)

Stuff lightly. Flatten top and sc closed. Sew to the sides of the body at shoulder height.

Burgundy Velvet Dress

Use Burgundy Velvet yarn and a 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm hook (adjust for yarn thickness). This is worked from the waist up for the bodice and waist down for the skirt, or as one piece.

• Waistband: Ch 32 (ensure it fits around the rabbit’s waist), join with sl st.
• Rnd 1: ch 1, sc around (32).
• Skirt: Work in FLO of Rnd 1.
• Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around (64).
• Rnd 3: (1 dc, inc) repeat around (96).
• Rnd 4–9: dc around (96). (Adjust length to cover knees).
• Rnd 10: sc around for a finished edge. FO.
• Bodice: Attach yarn to BLO of Rnd 1 (Waistband).
• Row 1: Ch 1, sc around (32). Work in rows now to leave back open.
• Row 2–4: sc across (32).
• Row 5 (Armholes): 5 sc, ch 6, skip 6, 10 sc, ch 6, skip 6, 5 sc.
• Row 6: sc across, working into chains.
• Row 7: sc across. FO.

Sew a small button or snap fastener to the back of the bodice. Put the dress on the rabbit.

Accessories

Faux Fur Shawl

Use Fluffy White yarn and a larger hook (3.5 – 4.0 mm).

• Row 1: Ch 20 (measure around shoulders), ch 2.
• Row 2: hdc in 3rd ch from hook and across. Turn.
• Row 3: ch 2, hdc across. Turn.
• Row 4: ch 2, (hdc, inc) repeat across to fan it out slightly.

FO. Wrap around the rabbit’s neck and sew the front ends together or use a tiny brooch.

Red Velvet Hair Bow

Use Burgundy Velvet yarn.

• Row 1: Ch 15, hdc in 3rd ch and across. Turn.
• Row 2–6: hdc across. FO.
• Seam the short ends together to form a loop.
• Wrap yarn tightly around the center to create the bow shape.
• Sew to the head near one ear.

Miniature Violin

Use Brown yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

• Body:
• Rnd 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch and across, 3 sc in last, work down other side, inc in last (12).
• Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc (18).
• Rnd 3: sc around (18).
• Rnd 4: Pinch the sides in slightly at the middle (hourglass shape). Sc around, making decreases at the center sides to shape the waist of the violin.
• Rnd 5: sc around.
• Rnd 6: Flatten and sc through both layers to close. This is the flat back. Make a second piece for the front if you want thickness, or just stuff lightly and sew closed.
• Neck: Ch 8, sc back down. Sew to top of body.
• Details: Use Black thread to embroider the f-holes, tailpiece, and strings.

Violin Bow: Use a toothpick or small wire painted brown. Wrap ends with black yarn.

Violin Case

Use Brown yarn. Make two identical pieces (Top and Bottom).

• Rnd 1: Ch 12, sc in 2nd ch, 9 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate: 9 sc, inc (24).
• Rnd 2: inc, 9 sc, 3 inc, 9 sc, 2 inc (30).
• Rnd 3: BLO sc around (30). (Creates the wall).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around (30).
• FO.

Assembly: Place the two pieces together like a clamshell. Sew along one long edge to create a hinge. You can embroider gold latches on the front.

Red Rose

Use Red yarn.

• Row 1: Ch 10. 2 dc in each ch across. Curl into a spiral and sew base.
• Leaf: Green yarn. Ch 4, sc, hdc, sc. Sew to rose. Pin to the fur shawl.

Assembly

1. Face: Ensure eyes are secure. The nose should be dainty.
2. Ears: Sew ears to the top of the head, standing upright but slightly curved for character.
3. Shoes: Tie the pink ribbons around the ankles in a crisscross ballet style and make a bow at the back or side.
4. Dress: Fit the velvet dress onto the body. The texture should be plush.
5. Shawl: Position the fur shawl over the dress shoulders. Secure with a stitch or the rose.
6. Bow: Attach the large velvet bow to the head.
7. Violin: Use a tiny dab of glue or stitch to attach the violin to one hand, and the bow to the other, or position them in the open case next to the rabbit.

Your Violin Prodigy Rabbit is now ready for her recital. This heirloom-quality piece celebrates music and craftsmanship!