Welcome to the magical world of the Bluebell Woods Bunny, a character that embodies the mystery and charm of a fairytale forest. This enchanting bunny is dressed in a soft periwinkle palette, reminiscent of wild bluebells covering a forest floor. She wears a stunning dress with a unique scalloped hem that looks like flower petals, layered with a delicate white mesh shawl. Her outfit is topped with a whimsical pixie hat and finished with deep violet shoes. She carries a basket of woodland treasures and is accompanied by a gentle fawn. If you are looking to buy a special gift, making this heirloom doll yourself is a rewarding alternative that saves money and adds sentimental value. The estimated cost for materials is approximately $15-$25 USD, depending on the yarn quality. You can easily buy affordable DK yarn and needles from online retailers like Amazon or your local craft store. Why buy mass-produced toys when you can create a keepsake filled with love?

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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
• sk2p – slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slipped stitch over
• I-cord – A narrow tube of knitting

Materials

• DK (Double Knit) or Light Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Oatmeal/Beige (Bunny body)
  • Periwinkle/Lavender Blue (Dress and Hat)
  • White (Shawl, Pom-pom, Fawn spots, Mushroom stems)
  • Dark Blue/Violet (Shoes)
  • Brown (Fawn body, Basket, Mushroom caps)
  • Green (Moss)
• 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, 6mm beads for fawn)
• Tapestry needle and embroidery needle
• Stitch markers
• A small piece of cardboard (for basket 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 hat tip.

Bunny Body & Head

Legs (Make 2)

Start with Oatmeal/Beige 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 3–8: k all (Foot).

Rnd 9 (Shape Heel/Ankle): k10, (k2tog) 5 times, k10 (25 sts).

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

Rnds 11–32: 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 4–26: 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.

Periwinkle Bell Dress

This dress is worked in the round from the bottom up, featuring a scalloped “Bell” hemline.

With Periwinkle yarn, CO 96 sts (Multiple of 12 for the scallops). Join in round.

Scalloped Hem Pattern:

Rnd 1: *k1, (yo, k1) 4 times, k1, k2tog, k2, ssk* rep around. (Note: This creates a wavy increase).

Rnd 2: Purl all.

Rnd 3: k all.

Rnd 4: Purl all.

Rnd 5: *k1, k2tog, k7, ssk* rep around (Start reducing the wave).

Rnd 6: k all.

Rnd 7: *k1, k2tog, k5, ssk* rep around.

Rnd 8: k all.

Rnds 9–28: k all (Skirt body). The hem should now have distinct points or waves like a bell flower.

Waist Decrease:

Rnd 29: *(k4, k2tog)* rep around (approx 40 sts – adjust decreases to reach this number evenly).

Rnd 30: *(k3, k2tog)* rep around (32 sts).

Bodice:

Rnds 31–36: k all.

Divide for Armholes: k6, BO 4, k12, BO 4, k6.

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

White Mesh Shawl

Worked flat to create a light, airy fabric.

With White yarn, CO 30 sts.

Row 1 (RS): k2, *yo, k2tog* rep to last 2 sts, k2.

Row 2 (WS): Purl all.

Row 3: k2, *k2tog, yo* rep to last 2 sts, k2.

Row 4: Purl all.

Repeat Rows 1–4 until the piece measures approx 5 inches long.

Border: Knit 2 rows Garter Stitch. BO loosely. Drape over the bunny’s shoulders.

Periwinkle Pixie Hat

With Periwinkle yarn, CO 40 sts. Join in round.

Rnds 1–5: Stockinette stitch (Allow brim to roll naturally).

Rnds 6–15: k all.

Rnd 16: *(k8, k2tog)* rep around.

Rnds 17–19: k all.

Rnd 20: *(k7, k2tog)* rep around.

Rnds 21–22: k all.

Decrease 4 sts evenly every 3rd round until 4 sts remain. Knit an I-cord for 1 inch. BO.

Pom-pom: Make a small white pom-pom and sew it to the tip of the I-cord.

Dark Blue Flats

Make 2. Worked in the round.

With Dark Blue/Violet, CO 24 sts.

Rnds 1–3: k all (Sole rim).

Rnd 4: k8, (k2tog) 4 times, k8 (20 sts).

Rnd 5: k8, (k2tog) 2 times, k8 (18 sts).

Rnd 6: BO all stitches.

Sole: Pick up loops along the cast-on edge and knit a flat rectangle to close the bottom.

Strap: Pick up 3 sts at the side, knit a strip to cross the foot, sew to the other side.

Accessories

Wicker Basket & Contents

Basket: With Brown, CO 8 sts. Join in round. Inc to 24 sts. Knit 4 rnds flat (base). Purl 1 rnd (edge). *k2, p2* rib for 6 rnds (wicker texture). BO. Add a handle.

Moss: With Green yarn, knit a small circle using loop stitch (knit into stitch, wrap yarn around finger, knit loop) to create a fuzzy texture. Place inside basket.

Mushrooms: With Brown (Cap) CO 6 sts, inc to 12, knit 2 rnds, dec to 6. Change to White (Stem), knit 3 rnds, close. Sew into moss.

Tiny Fawn

Body: With Brown, CO 10 sts. Join in round. Inc to 18. Knit 10 rnds. Dec to 10. Stuff. Close.

Legs: Make 4 I-cords (4 sts, 1.5 inches long). Sew to body.

Head: With Brown, CO 8 sts. Inc to 14. Knit 5 rnds. Dec to 6 (snout). Close.

Ears: Tiny triangles knit flat. Sew to head.

Spots: Embroider small French knots with White yarn on the fawn’s back.

Assembly

• Weave in all ends.
• Dress the bunny in the periwinkle bell dress.
• Place the shoes on the feet.
• Drape the white mesh shawl over the shoulders.
• Place the pixie hat on the head.
• Position the basket in the bunny’s hand.
• Place the fawn next to the bunny.
• Embroider a “Y” nose on the bunny with brown thread.

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