The Morning Mail Bunny captures a moment of romantic anticipation and vintage elegance. Dressed in a sophisticated palette of cream and deep burgundy, she waits patiently for a letter from a faraway friend. Her outfit is anchored by a beautifully fitted cream dress, knitted in a classic ribbed texture that mimics the style of high-end knitwear.

Layered over this is a stunning dark red coat, complete with a tailored collar and a waist-cinching belt, providing both warmth and style. Her accessories are impeccably coordinated: a cream beret adorned with a dainty red bow and matching red knitted kitten heels. She stands beside a charming miniature red American-style mailbox, flag raised high, while her trusty companion—a grey pigeon carrying a tiny mail carrier’s satchel—delivers the day’s most important messages.

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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
• rem – remaining
• rep – repeat
• I-cord – A narrow tube of knitting

Materials

• DK or Light Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Oatmeal/Beige (Bunny body)
  • Cream (Dress and Beret)
  • Dark Red/Burgundy (Coat, Shoes, Mailbox, Hat Bow)
  • Grey (Pigeon body)
  • Dark Grey/Black (Pigeon wings/beak)
  • Brown (Pigeon satchel and Mailbox post)
  • White (Pigeon neck detail)
• 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 like the coat)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Black safety eyes (approx. 9mm for bunny, 6mm for pigeon)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers
• A small piece of cardboard (optional) to stiffen the mailbox base
• Small buttons (optional for coat decoration)

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 inches (35 cm) from heels to top of the hat.

Construction Overview

• Bunny: Worked in the round from the feet up. The red shoes are knitted as part of the leg construction. Legs join to form the body and head. Arms and ears are knitted separately.
• Dress: Worked from the bottom up in the round using a K2, P2 rib pattern to create a fitted, stretchy fabric.
• Coat: Worked flat in one piece from the neck down (raglan style) with a collar and separate belt.
• Beret: Worked in the round with rapid increases for the floppy shape.
• Accessories: Mailbox is constructed from flat pieces; Pigeon is a miniature shaped knit.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Dark Red/Burgundy yarn for the shoes.

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 (Shoe base).

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

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

Rnd 10: k all.

Rnd 11 (Strap Gap): k8, BO 6 sts loosely, k8.

Rnd 12 (Change to Oatmeal/Beige): k8, CO 6 sts (using backward loop method over the gap), k8 (22 sts).

Rnds 13–32: k all (Leg). Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.

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

Body

Rnd 33 (Join Legs): k11 (from 2nd leg), CO 4 sts, k22 (from 1st leg), CO 4 sts, k11 (from 2nd leg). (52 sts total).

Rnds 34–42: k all (Hips).

Rnd 43: *(k11, k2tog)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 44–50: k all.

Rnd 51: *(k6, k2tog)* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 52–58: k all. Stuff body firmly.

Rnd 59: *(k5, k2tog)* rep around (36 sts).

Rnd 60: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (30 sts).

Rnd 61: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). (Neck).

Head

Rnd 62: *(k2, m1)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 63: *(k3, m1)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 64: *(k4, m1)* rep around (48 sts).

Rnds 65–78: k all. Insert safety eyes between Rnds 72 and 73.

Rnd 79: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (40 sts).

Rnd 80: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (32 sts).

Rnd 81: *(k2, k2tog)* rep around (24 sts). Stuff head firmly.

Rnd 82: k2tog around (12 sts).

Rnd 83: 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 2–20: k all.

Rnd 21: 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 4–24: Stockinette stitch.

Row 25: ssk, k10, k2tog (12 sts).

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

Shoe Straps

With Dark Red yarn, pick up 4 sts at side of shoe opening. Knit strip to cross foot. Sew to other side. Add a tiny button if desired.

Cream Ribbed Dress

Worked in the round. The ribbing provides the “fitted” look.

With Cream yarn, CO 56 sts.

Rnds 1–30: *k2, p2* rep around. (This creates the vertical ribbed texture shown in the image).

Rnd 31 (Waist): *k2, p2tog* rep around (42 sts).

Rnds 32–38: *k2, p1* rep around (Ribbed bodice).

Armholes:

Next Rnd: Work 10 sts in pattern, BO 4, Work 14 sts in pattern, BO 4, Work 10 sts in pattern.

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

Sew shoulder seams.

Burgundy Coat with Belt

Worked flat, raglan style.

With Dark Red/Burgundy, CO 34 sts.

Row 1: k4 (front border), p to last 4, k4 (front border).

Row 2 (Inc): k4, 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), k4.

Row 3: k4, p to last 4, k4.

Repeat Rows 2–3 (increasing at markers) 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 in Stockinette (keeping garter borders) for 2 inches. Work 4 rows Garter Stitch. BO.

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

Collar: Pick up stitches around the neck edge (excluding the front bands). Knit 6 rows in Garter Stitch to create a fold-down collar. BO loosely.

Belt: CO 4 sts. Knit a long strip in Garter Stitch (approx 8-9 inches). Tie around the waist of the coat.

Cream Beret with Bow

With Cream, CO 40 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–5: k1, p1 rib (Brim).

Rnd 6: *(k1, m1)* rep around (80 sts).

Rnds 7–12: k all.

Rnd 13: *(k8, k2tog)* rep around (72 sts).

Rnd 14: k all.

Rnd 15: *(k7, k2tog)* rep around (64 sts).

Decrease every other round until 8 sts remain. Draw yarn through and close.

Red Bow: With Dark Red yarn, CO 4 sts. Knit 3 inches in Garter Stitch. BO. Fold ends to center and wrap yarn around the middle to form a bow. Sew to the side of the beret.

Accessories

American-Style Mailbox

Box Body: With Dark Red, CO 16 sts. Work flat in Stockinette for 2 inches. BO. This forms the curved top/sides.

Ends (Make 2): CO 8 sts. Work flat 4 rows. Decrease 1 st at each end of next 2 rows to create rounded top. BO.

Assembly: Sew the main piece into an arch shape over the two end pieces. You can insert cardboard to hold the shape.

Flag: With Red, CO 3 sts. Knit 1 inch. Sew to the side.

Post: With Brown, CO 6 sts. Join in round. Knit 3 inches. BO. Stuff and sew to bottom of mailbox.

Carrier Pigeon

Body: With Grey yarn, CO 6 sts. Inc to 12. Knit 2 rnds. Inc to 18. Knit 5 rnds.

Neck/Head: Change to White for 1 rnd (neck ring), then back to Grey. Dec to 10 sts. Knit 2 rnds. Inc to 14 (Head). Knit 3 rnds. Dec and close.

Wings (Make 2): With Dark Grey, CO 6 sts. Knit 6 rows Garter Stitch, decreasing at ends to point. Sew to sides.

Satchel: With Brown, CO 5 sts. Knit a tiny square (1 inch). Fold up and sew sides. Add a tiny strap to hang over the pigeon’s neck.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the bunny in the cream ribbed dress.
• Put on the burgundy coat and tie the belt securely at the waist.
• Place the beret on the head, positioning the red bow on one side.
• Set the mailbox next to the bunny.
• Position the pigeon with its satchel nearby or on the bunny’s hand.
• Embroider a “Y” nose on the bunny with brown thread.

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