The Dreamy Forget-Me-Not Bunny is an exquisite amigurumi character designed for those who appreciate the fine art of detailed needlework and classic garden aesthetics. This character features a soft, cream-colored rabbit dressed in a multi-layered ensemble consisting of a sky-blue dress, a tan textured waistcoat, and a stylish newsboy-style cloche hat. The piece is elevated by intricate floral embroidery, representing the delicate forget-me-not blossom, and a whimsical flower-shaped shoulder bag. For enthusiasts ready to embark on this creative journey, you can buy premium cotton yarn and purchase specialized crochet tools from major online retailers like Amazon to ensure your project has the professional finish seen in the reference image. This project is a perfect choice for creating a one-of-a-kind heirloom gift or a stunning centerpiece for a handmade collection. Every stitch contributes to a story of springtime wonder and pastoral elegance, making it a truly rewarding experience for the dedicated crafter.

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Materials and Preparation Guide

Selecting the right materials is the foundation for achieving the high-definition look of this character. For the bunny, a mercerized cotton yarn or a high-quality cotton-acrylic blend in Sport or DK weight is ideal. This type of yarn provides the structural integrity needed for the large floppy ears to hold their shape and creates a smooth surface for the detailed embroidery work on the dress and vest. Maintaining a consistent tension is paramount; using a hook size that is slightly smaller than what the yarn label suggests will produce a dense fabric that keeps the fiberfill stuffing completely hidden.

• Primary Yarn Colors: Light Beige or Cream (Body), Sky Blue (Dress, Hat, Shoes, Bag), Tan/Sand (Waistcoat), White (Socks/Dress accents).
• Accent Yarn Colors: Bright Yellow (Flower centers), Sage Green (Stems), and Rose Pink (Snail shell).
• Crochet Hooks: A 2.25mm hook for the main body and a 2.5mm or 2.75mm hook for the clothing to allow for a slightly softer drape.
• Safety Eyes: 12mm black safety eyes with a glossy finish.
• Stuffing: High-grade polyester fiberfill.
• Hardware: Small 6mm buttons for the waistcoat and shoes.
• Embroidery Tools: Fine embroidery needle and thread in black, pink, and various shades of blue.
• Stitch Markers: Essential for tracking rounds in continuous spirals.

Project Terminology

This design utilizes standard United States terminology. Accuracy in your stitch counts is the key to ensuring the tailored garments fit the bunny perfectly. Please review these abbreviations before beginning your work.

• MR: Magic Ring.
• sc: Single crochet.
• inc: Increase (two sc in one stitch).
• dec: Invisible decrease (sc two stitches together using front loops).
• hdc: Half double crochet.
• dc: Double crochet.
• tr: Treble crochet.
• sl st: Slip stitch.
• ch: Chain stitch.
• BLO: Back loops only.
• FLO: Front loops only.
• st(s): Stitch or stitches.

The Sculpted Bunny Head

The head is designed as a large, rounded sphere with subtle shaping to create a gentle, curious expression. Use the Light Beige yarn and work in continuous rounds. Focus on keeping your increases even to avoid a hexagonal shape.

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and place 6 sc into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 1 inc in every stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Perform a sequence of *1 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: Perform a sequence of *2 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (24)
5. Round 5: Perform a sequence of *3 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (30)
6. Round 6: Perform a sequence of *4 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (36)
7. Round 7: Perform a sequence of *5 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (42)
8. Round 8: Perform a sequence of *6 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (48)
9. Round 9: Perform a sequence of *7 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (54)
10. Round 10: Perform a sequence of *8 sc, 1 inc* repeated 6 times. (60)
11. Rounds 11-22: Work 1 sc in each of the 60 stitches around. This builds the vertical height of the face. (60)
12. Round 23: Perform a sequence of *8 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (54)
13. Round 24: Perform a sequence of *7 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (48)
14. Round 25: Perform a sequence of *6 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (42)
15. Round 26: Perform a sequence of *5 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (36)
16. Eye Placement: Insert the 12mm safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, leaving approximately 12 stitches of space between them. Ensure they are perfectly level.
17. Round 27: Perform a sequence of *4 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (30)
18. Stuffing: Begin stuffing the head firmly. Pay close attention to shaping the cheeks to ensure they look symmetrical and plump.
19. Round 28: Perform a sequence of *3 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (24)
20. Round 29: Perform a sequence of *2 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (18)
21. Round 30: Perform a sequence of *1 sc, 1 dec* repeated 6 times. (12) Finish stuffing the head to a firm consistency.
22. Round 31: Perform 6 dec to close. (6) Fasten off and leave a tail to weave through the front loops, pulling tight to seal the opening.

Using a long strand of the same body yarn, you may perform eye sculpting by inserting the needle at the base of the head and exiting near the inner corner of one eye, then re-entering a stitch away and pulling back toward the base. This creates a slightly sunken eye socket that adds depth and cuteness to the expression. For the nose and mouth, use rose-pink or light brown embroidery floss to stitch a small “Y” shape approximately three rounds below the eyes. Apply a tiny amount of pink cosmetic blush or a pastel pencil to the cheeks just beneath the safety eyes for a soft, healthy glow.

Long Floppy Bunny Ears

The ears define the character’s silhouette. They are long, flat, and slightly wider in the middle. We do not stuff the ears, as they need to drape naturally beside the face. Make two pieces using the Light Beige yarn.

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and work 6 sc inside. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 1 inc into every stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Perform *1 sc, 1 inc* around. (18)
4. Round 4: Perform *2 sc, 1 inc* around. (24)
5. Rounds 5-10: Work 1 sc in each of the 24 stitches around. (24)
6. Round 11: Perform *10 sc, 1 dec* repeated 2 times. (22)
7. Rounds 12-20: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (22)
8. Round 21: Perform *9 sc, 1 dec* repeated 2 times. (20)
9. Rounds 22-30: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (20)
10. Round 31: Perform *8 sc, 1 dec* repeated 2 times. (18)
11. Rounds 32-45: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (18) The length is what gives the ears their floppy charm.
12. Flatten the base of the ear and perform 9 sc through both layers of the opening to close. Fasten off and leave a very long tail for sewing. These will be attached to the top of the head at round 5 later in the assembly process.

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Constructing the Sturdy Torso

The body is shaped to provide a stable base for the intricate clothing. We work from the bottom up. Use Light Beige yarn.

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, inc* around. (18)
4. Round 4: *2 sc, inc* around. (24)
5. Round 5: *3 sc, inc* around. (30)
6. Round 6: *4 sc, inc* around. (36)
7. Round 7: *5 sc, inc* around. (42)
8. Round 8: *6 sc, inc* around. (48)
9. Round 9: *7 sc, inc* around. (54)
10. Rounds 10-18: sc in each st around. (54)
11. Round 19: *7 sc, dec* around. (48)
12. Rounds 20-22: sc in each st around. (48)
13. Round 23: *6 sc, dec* around. (42)
14. Rounds 24-26: sc in each st around. (42)
15. Round 27: *5 sc, dec* around. (36)
16. Rounds 28-30: sc in each st around. (36)
17. Round 31: *4 sc, dec* around. (30)
18. Round 32: sc in each st around. (30)
19. Round 33: *3 sc, dec* around. (24) Begin stuffing firmly.
20. Round 34: sc in each st around. (24)
21. Round 35: *2 sc, dec* around. (18) Finish stuffing, focusing on the neck area to prevent “wobbly head” syndrome.
22. Round 36: sc in each st around. (18) Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing the head to the body.

Slender Arms and Legs

The limbs of the bunny are slender and long, matching the vintage aesthetic. Use Light Beige yarn for both arms and legs.

Bunny Arms (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: *1 sc, inc* repeat 3 times. (9)
3. Rounds 3-22: sc in each stitch around. (9)
4. Stuff the hand portion (Rounds 1-6) firmly, but leave the rest of the arm empty so it sits flat against the body once the waistcoat is put on. Flatten the top and work 4 sc across to close. Sew to the sides of the body at round 34.

Bunny Legs (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Round 4: *5 sc, inc* repeat 3 times. (21)
5. Rounds 5-25: sc in each stitch around. (21)
6. Stuff the legs firmly as you progress. Flatten the top and work 10 sc across to close. Sew to the bottom sides of the torso so the bunny can sit upright without toppling over.

The Garden Wardrobe: Waistcoat and Dress

The clothing provides the character with its pastoral elegance. The sky-blue dress is a classic A-line shape, while the tan waistcoat adds texture and visual interest. Use the 2.5mm or 2.75mm hook for these pieces.

Sky Blue Flared Dress

The dress is worked in rows for the bodice and rounds for the skirt. This allows for an opening at the back for easy dressing.

1. Row 1: Ch 33. Starting in the second ch from hook, work 32 sc. Ch 1, turn. (32)
2. Rows 2-5: Work 1 sc in each of the 32 stitches across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 6 (Armholes): Work 5 sc, ch 10, skip 6 sts, work 10 sc, ch 10, skip 6 sts, work 5 sc.
4. Row 7: Work sc in each stitch and chain across. (40)
5. Row 8: Work sc across. Join with a sl st to the first stitch of the row to begin working in rounds for the skirt.
6. Round 9: Perform *4 sc, 1 inc* around. (48)
7. Round 10: Work 1 dc into every stitch around. (48)
8. Round 11: Perform *dc 1, dc-inc* repeat around. (72)
9. Rounds 12-22: Work 1 dc in each stitch around. Using double crochet for the skirt provides a softer, vintage volume seen in the reference image.
10. Round 23 (Hem): Work a scalloped border: *sl st in first st, skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1* repeat around. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Tan Waistcoat (Vest)

The waistcoat is worked in rows and features a textured stitch (like hdc or dc) to mimic a woven fabric. Use the Tan yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 35. Starting in the second ch from hook, work 34 sc. Ch 1, turn. (34)
2. Rows 2-10: Work hdc in each stitch across to create a thicker texture. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 11 (Armholes): Work 6 hdc, ch 8, skip 6 sts, work 10 hdc, ch 8, skip 6 sts, work 6 hdc.
4. Row 12: Work hdc in each stitch and chain across.
5. Rows 13-15: Work hdc across. Fasten off.
6. Edging: Attach yarn to the bottom corner and work sc around the entire perimeter of the waistcoat. At the corners, work 3 sc into the same stitch to keep them rounded.

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Embroidery and Appliques

The details on the dress and vest are what make this bunny “Dreamy.” Follow these steps carefully with your embroidery needle and thread.

Forget-Me-Not Embroidery

Using sky-blue embroidery floss and a sharp needle, add surface floral details to the lower half of the blue dress. Each blossom consists of five small straight stitches radiating from a central point. Use bright yellow thread to add a single French knot in the center of each flower. Connect some of the blossoms with thin backstitched stems in sage green to create a meadow-like appearance. Space these clusters evenly around the entire skirt hem.

Waistcoat Snail Appliques

The tan vest features small snail motifs on the front panels. Use Rose Pink and Light Beige yarn.

1. Snail Shell: In pink, MR, 6 sc. R2: 6 inc. Sl st to close. (12)
2. Snail Body: In beige, Ch 6. Sl st back down the chain. Sew the body to the bottom of the shell.
3. Sew one snail to the lower left front panel and another to the lower right front panel of the waistcoat.

Accessories: Hat, Shoes, and Bag

Blue Newsboy Cloche Hat

The hat features a prominent brim and a textured top. Use Sky Blue yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Round 4: *2 sc, inc* repeat around. (24)
5. Round 5: *3 sc, inc* repeat around. (30)
6. Round 6: *4 sc, inc* repeat around. (36)
7. Round 7: *5 sc, inc* repeat around. (42)
8. Round 8: *6 sc, inc* repeat around. (48)
9. Round 9: *7 sc, inc* repeat around. (54)
10. Rounds 10-15: sc in each stitch around. (54)
11. The Brim: Work only on the front 20 stitches. Row 1: 20 sc, turn. Row 2: dec, 16 sc, dec, turn. Row 3: 18 sc. Fasten off and work a sc border around the entire hat edge including the brim.

Flower-Shaped Shoulder Bag

The bag is a large, blue flower with a yellow center. Make two circular panels and join them.

1. Panel: With yellow, MR 6 sc. R2: 6 inc (12). Switch to blue. R3: (ch 3, 2 dc in same st, ch 3, sl st in next) repeat 6 times to create petals.
2. Joining: Place panels wrong sides together and work sc through both layers around the bottom petals, leaving the top open.
3. Strap: Ch 50 (or length needed to cross the body). Sew to opposite sides of the bag petals.

Blue Mary Jane Shoes

Use Sky Blue yarn and a white thread for the sole detail. Make two.

1. Round 1: Ch 7. Start in 2nd ch: 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Turn: 4 sc, inc. (14)
2. Round 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
3. Round 3: BLO sc around. (20)
4. Round 4: sc in each st around. (20)
5. Strap: Ch 8 across the top and sl st to secure.

Mini Snail Companion

This tiny pet follows the bunny everywhere. Use Pink and Beige yarn.

1. Shell: In pink, Ch 20. Work 19 sc back down the chain. Roll the strip into a tight spiral and stitch it through the center to hold the shape.
2. Body: In beige, Ch 8. Starting in 2nd ch: sl st, 4 sc, 2 sl st. (7). Add two tiny ch-2 antennas at the head.
3. Sew the shell onto the body. Place next to the bunny’s feet for display.

Final Assembly Mastery

The assembly phase is where you bring the Dreamy Forget-Me-Not Bunny to life. Precision during this stage is what separates a good project from a great one. Follow these final steps to ensure your character matches the reference perfectly.

Joining the Parts

• Head to Body: Sew the head firmly to the neck opening of the body. Add extra stuffing to the neck as you close the gap to ensure the head does not wobble under the weight of the floppy ears.
• Ear Placement: Pin the ears to round 5 of the head. Check from the front to ensure they are symmetrical and centered. They should hang straight down behind the newsboy hat.
• Arm Alignment: Sew the arms high on the torso, just below the neck join. This allows the waistcoat to sit correctly over the shoulders.
• Dressing: Place the blue dress on the bunny first. The back opening should be secured with a small button or a few hidden stitches. Slide the tan waistcoat over the dress.
• Final Details: Place the newsboy hat on the head, pulling it slightly forward to shade the eyes. Sling the flower bag over one shoulder and position the pink snail friend next to the bunny’s feet.

Polishing Your Character

Check all your yarn tails and ensure they are buried deep within the stuffing. If necessary, use a small needle to smooth out any uneven stitches. Your Dreamy Forget-Me-Not Bunny is now complete! This project demonstrates a high level of fiber artistry, combining structural crochet with illustrative embroidery. Store your finished doll in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant blue and pink hues of the yarn. We hope you enjoyed the process of bringing this garden-inspired bunny to life and that she brings joy and magic to your home for years to come.

Would you like me to provide specific guidance on how to stiffen the cloche hat brim or perhaps suggest alternative floral patterns for a seasonal wardrobe change?