The Vintage Traveler Bunny captures the romance of a bygone era, ready to board a steam train for a grand adventure. Dressed in a nostalgic palette of latte, dark moss green, and chocolate brown, she is the picture of 1920s elegance. Her outfit features a light brown wool dress with a delicate lace pattern along the hem, layered under a cozy dark moss green cardigan fastened with rustic wooden buttons.

She is prepared for the weather with a close-fitting, 1920s-style cloche hat in dark brown and sturdy brown leather-style T-bar boots. No traveler is complete without luggage; she carries a tiny, rectangular wool suitcase packed with memories. Her loyal companion for the journey is a small, adventurous mouse wearing a tiny backpack, ready to see the world by her side.

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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)
• m1 – make 1 (lifted increase)
• k2tog – knit 2 together
• ssk – slip, slip, knit
• yo – yarn over
• sl1 – slip 1 stitch
• psso – pass slipped stitch over
• rem – remaining
• rep – repeat

Materials

• DK or Light Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Oatmeal/Beige (Bunny body)
  • Light Brown/Latte (Dress)
  • Dark Moss Green (Cardigan)
  • Dark Chocolate Brown (Hat, Shoes, Suitcase)
  • Grey or Soft Brown (Mouse)
  • Scrap of Tan/Cream (Mouse backpack)
• US 2.5 (3.0 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circulars for magic loop
• US 2.5 (3.0 mm) straight needles (optional for flat pieces)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Black safety eyes (approx. 9mm for bunny, 5mm beads for mouse)
• 3 small wooden buttons (approx 9-10mm) for cardigan
• 2 tiny buttons for shoes (optional)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers
• Cardboard (optional, to stiffen the suitcase)

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge: Approximately 26 sts = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch.
• Work firmly to ensure stuffing does not show through the fabric.
• Finished Height: Approximately 14–15 inches (36–38 cm) from shoes to ear tips.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. The shoes are integrated into the leg knitting. Legs are joined to form the body and head. Arms and ears are knitted separately and attached.
• Dress: Worked from the bottom up in the round. It features a lace hem and is decreased at the waist.
• Cardigan: Worked flat from the neck down (raglan style) with button bands.
• Hat: A cloche style, worked in the round from the brim up, fitting snugly.
• Accessories: The suitcase is constructed from a flat piece folded and seamed. The mouse is a miniature toy.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs with T-Bar Boots (Make 2)

Start with Dark Chocolate Brown yarn.

CO 10 sts on DPNs. Join in the round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (20 sts).

Rnd 2: *(k1, kfb)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnds 3–7: k all (Sole and foot base).

Rnd 8 (Shape Toe): k10, (k2tog) 5 times, k10 (25 sts).

Rnd 9: k10, (k2tog) 3 times, k9 (22 sts).

Rnds 10–12: k all (Boot height).

Rnd 13: Purl all (Top edge of boot).

Change to Oatmeal/Beige (Skin color).

Rnd 14: In back loops only, k all.

Rnds 15–34: k all (Leg). Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.

Break yarn for first leg. Knit second leg but do not break yarn.

Body

Rnd 35 (Join Legs): k11 (from 2nd leg), CO 4 sts, k22 (from 1st leg), CO 4 sts, k11 (from 2nd leg). (52 sts total).

Rnds 36–44: k all (Hips).

Rnd 45: *(k11, k2tog)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 46–54: k all.

Rnd 55: *(k6, k2tog)* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 56–60: k all. Stuff body firmly.

Rnd 61: *(k5, k2tog)* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 62: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 63: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). (Neck).

Head

Rnd 64: *(k2, m1)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 65: *(k3, m1)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 66: *(k4, m1)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 67–80: k all. Insert safety eyes between Rnds 73 and 74.

Rnd 81: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 82: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 83: *(k2, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). Stuff head firmly.

Rnd 84: k2tog around (12 sts).

Rnd 85: k2tog around (6 sts). Close hole.

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Arms (Make 2)

With Oatmeal, CO 8 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnds 2–22: k all.

Rnd 23: k2tog around (8 sts).

Stuff lightly. Flatten top and sew to body.

Ears (Make 2)

With Oatmeal, CO 12 sts. Work flat.

Row 1: k all.

Row 2: p all.

Row 3: k1, m1, k10, m1, k1 (14 sts).

Rows 4–26: Stockinette stitch.

Row 27: ssk, k10, k2tog (12 sts).

Decrease 1 st at each end every RS row until 4 sts rem. BO. Sew to head.

Shoe Detail (The T-Bar)

Using Dark Brown yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider a thick vertical line from the toe of the boot up to the ankle rim. Embroider a horizontal line across the ankle rim to simulate the strap. Alternatively, crochet a small chain and sew it on to form the “T” shape.

Latte Lace-Hem Dress

Worked in the round from the bottom up.

With Light Brown/Latte yarn, CO 66 sts.

Rnd 1: Purl all.

Rnd 2: k all.

Lace Pattern (Multiple of 11 sts):

Rnd 3: *k1, (k2tog) twice, (yo, k1) 3 times, yo, (ssk) twice* rep around.

Rnd 4: k all.

Rnd 5: Rep Rnd 3.

Rnd 6: k all.

Rnd 7: Rep Rnd 3.

Rnd 8: k all.

Rnds 9–30: k all (Stockinette skirt).

Waist Decrease:

Rnd 31: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (55 sts).

Rnd 32: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (44 sts).

Rnd 33: *(k2, k2tog)* rep around (33 sts).

Rnd 34: Purl all (Waistband).

Bodice:

Rnds 35–40: k all.

Divide for Armholes: k7, BO 4, k11, BO 4, k7.

Work Front and Back sections separately flat for 1 inch. BO. Sew shoulder seams.

Moss Green Cardigan

Worked flat, raglan style.

With Dark Moss Green, CO 28 sts.

Row 1: k2, p to last 2, k2.

Row 2 (Inc): k2 (border), k4 (Front), m1, k1 (Raglan), m1, k4 (Sleeve), m1, k1 (Raglan), m1, k8 (Back), m1, k1 (Raglan), m1, k4 (Sleeve), m1, k1 (Raglan), m1, k4 (Front), k2 (border).

Row 3: p all (keeping garter borders).

Repeat Rows 2–3 until sleeve sections have 14 sts.

Divide: Knit Front, place Sleeve sts on holder, Knit Back, place Sleeve sts on holder, Knit Front.

Body: Work 1.5 inches in stockinette. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sleeves: Pick up sleeve sts. Knit 1.5 inches. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

Sew wooden buttons to the front band (sew through both layers as a faux closure or create yarn loops).

1920s Cloche Hat

A cloche fits close to the head and comes down low over the forehead.

With Dark Chocolate Brown, CO 44 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–6: Garter Stitch (p 1 rnd, k 1 rnd) for a thick brim.

Rnds 7–20: k all (Deep crown).

Rnd 21: *(k9, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 22: *(k8, k2tog)* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 23: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 24: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts).

Rnd 25: k2tog around (12 sts).

Cut yarn, pull through sts, tighten. Sew a small ribbon or knit a flower to the side if desired.

Accessories

Vintage Suitcase

With Dark Chocolate Brown, CO 12 sts. Work flat in Garter Stitch (knit every row) to create a stiff fabric.

Work until piece measures about 5 inches. BO.

Fold the strip: The center 2 inches is the bottom, the ends fold up to make the sides and top flap. Sew side seams to create a box shape. You may insert a piece of cardboard to hold the shape.

Handle: CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for 2 inches. Sew to the top.

Details: Use lighter brown yarn to embroider “straps” around the suitcase.

Traveler Mouse

Body: With Grey yarn, CO 8 sts. Join in round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).

Rnds 2–8: k all.

Rnd 9: k2tog around (8 sts). Stuff.

Rnd 10: kfb around (16 sts) (Head).

Rnds 11–14: k all.

Rnd 15: k2tog around (8 sts).

Close.

Ears: Pick up 3 sts on head, knit 2 rows, BO. Round off with needle.

Tail: Braided yarn or I-cord.

Backpack: With Tan/Cream yarn, CO 6 sts. Knit a small square (1 inch). Sew onto mouse’s back, stuffing lightly. Add yarn loops for straps.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the bunny in the latte lace dress.
• Put on the moss green cardigan and button it up.
• Pull the cloche hat down snugly over the head.
• Place the suitcase in one hand (tack it in place if needed).
• Position the mouse with its backpack next to the bunny’s boots.
• Embroider a simple brown nose on the bunny.

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