The Pink Rose Gardener Bunny is a tribute to the gentle joy of tending to a blooming garden. She captures the romance of a rosarium in full bloom, dressed in a stunning baby pink dress designed with a voluminous, puffy skirt that mimics the shape of a rosebud. To keep her outfit tidy while she works in the soil, she wears a practical light gray apron featuring a handy front pocket and a delicate embroidered rose motif.

She is protected from the sun by a dark pink floppy hat and wears sturdy gray clogs perfect for garden paths. Her gardening kit is complete with a mint green watering can and a pair of tiny knitted gloves. She is accompanied by a sweet white baby bunny, who is helping out by holding a tiny rose. This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters who enjoy creating texture and miniature accessories.

 

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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
• 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)
  • Baby Pink (Dress)
  • Dark Pink/Rose (Hat and Embroidery)
  • Light Gray (Apron and Clogs)
  • Mint Green (Watering Can)
  • White (Baby Bunny)
  • Green (Leaves/Stems)
• 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 main bunny, 6mm or beads for baby bunny)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers
• A small piece of cardboard (for the watering can base)

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. Gray clogs 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. The skirt utilizes a “bubble” or rapid increase/decrease technique to create the puffy “rosebud” volume.
• Apron: Worked flat with a bib and pocket.
• Hat: Worked in the round with a wide brim that naturally flops.
• Accessories: Watering can, gloves, and baby bunny are miniature separate projects.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs with Gray Clogs (Make 2)

Start with Light Gray yarn for the clogs.

CO 10 sts on DPNs. Join in the round.

Rnd 1: kfb around (20 sts).

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

Rnds 3–8: k all (Sole and thick sole of clog).

Rnd 9 (Shape Toe): k10, (k2tog) 5 times, k10 (25 sts).

Rnd 10: k10, (k2tog) 3 times, k9 (22 sts).

Rnds 11–13: k all (Shoe upper).

Rnd 14: Purl all (Top rim of shoe).

Change to Oatmeal/Beige (Skin).

Rnd 15: In back loops only, k all.

Rnds 16–32: k all (Leg). Stuff foot firmly (shape round and bulbous for the clog look) 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.

Baby Pink Rosebud Dress

The “rosebud” effect is created by casting on a large number of stitches to make the hem very puffy and voluminous, then decreasing sharply at the waist.

With Baby Pink, CO 100 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–4: Garter stitch (Hem).

Rnds 5–25: k all (This large circumference creates the puffy skirt).

Waist Shaping (The Gather):

Rnd 26: *k2, k2tog* rep around (75 sts).

Rnd 27: k all.

Rnd 28: *k1, k2tog* rep around (50 sts).

Rnd 29: k all.

Rnd 30: *k3, k2tog* rep around (40 sts).

Bodice:

Rnds 31–36: k all.

Divide for Armholes: k8, BO 4, k16, BO 4, k8.

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

To enhance the rosebud look: You can sew a few tucks into the skirt hem to make it “bubble” more.

Gray Apron with Rose Print

Worked flat.

With Light Gray, CO 40 sts.

Rows 1–18: Stockinette stitch (Apron skirt).

Row 19: *(k2, k2tog)* rep across (30 sts).

Row 20: Knit all (Waistband).

Bib:

BO 8 sts, k14, BO 8 sts.

Rejoin yarn to center 14 sts.

Work 10 rows Stockinette.

BO.

Pocket: CO 8 sts. Knit 8 rows. BO. Sew to the center of the apron skirt.

Rose Print (Embroidery): Using Dark Pink and Green yarn, embroider a small rose on the pocket and scattered small rosebuds on the apron skirt using French knots (for the flower) and lazy daisy stitches (for leaves).

Straps: Crochet or knit I-cords for the neck loop and waist ties.

Dark Pink Floppy Hat

With Dark Pink, CO 54 sts. Join in round.

Brim:

Rnd 1: *(k2, m1)* rep around (81 sts).

Rnds 2–8: k all (Wide floppy brim).

Rnd 9: Purl all (Turning ridge).

Rnd 10: *(k1, k2tog)* rep around (54 sts).

Crown:

Rnds 11–20: k all.

Rnd 21: *(k7, k2tog)* rep around.

Decrease every other round until 6 sts rem. Close top.

Mini Accessories

Mint Green Watering Can

Body: With Mint Green, CO 8 sts. Inc to 16, then 24. Knit 3 rnds (base). Purl 1 rnd (edge). Knit 12 rnds. BO.

Spout: CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord 2 inches. Sew to side near bottom.

Handle: CO 3 sts. Knit I-cord 3 inches. Sew from top rim to back.

Insert a cardboard circle in the base to keep it flat.

Gardening Gloves (Make 2)

With Light Gray or Cream yarn.

CO 10 sts. Knit 6 rows flat (cuff). Join in round. Knit 4 rnds.

Thumb: Increase 2 sts. Knit 2 rnds. BO 3 sts for thumb. Close gap.

Knit 3 more rnds for hand. Decrease and close.

Baby Bunny

Body/Head: With White, CO 12 sts. Join in round. Knit 6 rnds. Decrease to 8 sts (neck). Increase to 14 sts (head). Knit 4 rnds. Decrease and close.

Ears: Pick up 3 sts. Knit 5 rows. BO.

Tiny Rose: Tie a knot in Dark Pink yarn and stitch it to the baby bunny’s hand with a green stitch for a stem.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the main bunny in the pink rosebud dress.
• Tie the gray apron over the dress.
• Place the floppy hat on the head.
• Position the watering can and gloves near the bunny’s hands.
• Place the white baby bunny next to the main bunny.
• Embroider a “Y” nose on the bunny with brown thread.

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