Immerse yourself in the vibrant artistry of springtime crafting with this exquisite character design. The Colorful Pansy Bunny is a celebration of floral elegance, featuring a beautifully textured tan rabbit dressed in a rich purple pinafore and a sunny yellow collared shirt. This project is perfect for those who appreciate the marriage of amigurumi and detailed surface embroidery. To achieve the best results, we recommend that you buy high-quality mercerized cotton yarn and purchase professional crochet hooks to ensure crisp stitch definition and durability. You can easily order amigurumi supplies such as safety eyes and premium fiberfill through Amazon to complete this masterpiece. This project is a wonderful investment of your creative time, resulting in a unique heirloom piece that captures the delicate beauty of a garden in full bloom. Whether as a gift or a collector’s item, this bunny radiates warmth and artisanal charm.

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Materials and Project Preparation

Selecting the right materials is the first step toward creating a professional-grade doll. The proportions of this bunny are designed to be sturdy yet soft, requiring a specific balance of yarn weight and hook size. For this pattern, a Sport weight or DK weight yarn is ideal. Cotton is preferred because it allows the intricate embroidery on the dress and bag to stand out without getting lost in the fuzzy fibers of wool or acrylic.

• Yarn Selection:
  • Tan or Light Beige: For the main body, head, and ears.
  • Deep Purple: For the pinafore dress and beret.
  • Soft Yellow: For the collared shirt and shoes.
  • White: For the shirt base and tiny pansy accents.
  • Sky Blue, Lilac, and Golden Yellow: For the pansy embroidery and bag petals.
  • Leaf Green: For the stems and leaves embroidery.
  • Red and Black: Small amounts for the ladybug details.
• Crochet Hooks: 2.5 mm for the main body and 3.0 mm for the clothing components.
• Safety Eyes: 12 mm solid black safety eyes for a soulful expression.
• Stuffing: High-density polyester fiberfill.
• Notions: Tapestry needle, embroidery needle, stitch markers, and pink cosmetic blush for the cheeks.

Pattern Abbreviations and Stitch Guide

This pattern guide uses standard US crochet terms. Maintaining consistent tension is paramount, especially when creating the fitted garments to ensure they slide easily onto the bunny’s body.

• MR: Magic Ring
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: Invisible decrease (sc 2 together using front loops only)
• hdc: Half double crochet
• dc: Double crochet
• tr: Treble crochet
• sl st: Slip stitch
• ch: Chain
• BLO: Back loops only
• FLO: Front loops only
• st(s): Stitch(es)

The Sculpted Bunny Head

The head is worked in continuous spirals using Tan yarn. We aim for a rounded sphere that tapers slightly at the muzzle area to provide that classic bunny silhouette. Do not join rounds unless specified.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc around (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)
10. Round 10: (8 sc, inc) x 6 (60)
11. Round 11-22: sc in each st around (60)
12. Round 23: (8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)
13. Round 24: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
14. Round 25: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
15. Placement: Insert safety eyes between rounds 16 and 17, with 12 stitches of space between them.
16. Round 26: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
17. Round 27: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
18. Round 28: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24). Stuff the head firmly at this stage, focusing on the cheeks.
19. Round 29: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
20. Round 30: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
21. Round 31: 6 dec (6). Fasten off and leave a tail to close the hole.

Long Floppy Ears (Make 2)

The ears are a defining feature of the pansy bunny, designed to be long and expressive. Use Tan yarn and do not stuff the ears.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc around (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. Round 5-10: sc in each st around (24)
6. Round 11: (10 sc, dec) x 2 (22)
7. Round 12-16: sc in each st around (22)
8. Round 17: (9 sc, dec) x 2 (20)
9. Round 18-22: sc in each st around (20)
10. Round 23: (8 sc, dec) x 2 (18)
11. Round 24-28: sc in each st around (18)
12. Round 29: (7 sc, dec) x 2 (16)
13. Round 30-45: sc in each st around (16).
14. Flatten the ear and work 8 sc through both layers to close the base. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to the top of the head at round 5.

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Sturdy Bunny Torso

The body is pear-shaped to allow the bunny to sit comfortably on a flat surface. Use Tan yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc around (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)
10. Round 10-20: sc in each st around (54)
11. Round 21: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
12. Round 22-24: sc in each st around (48)
13. Round 25: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
14. Round 26-28: sc in each st around (42)
15. Round 29: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
16. Round 30-32: sc in each st around (36)
17. Round 33: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
18. Round 34: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24). Stuff the body firmly.
19. Round 35: sc in each st around (24). Fasten off and leave a long tail for assembly.

Slender Limbs

Bunny Arms (Make 2)

Use Tan yarn. Do not stuff the upper half of the arms to allow them to rest naturally against the sides.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc around (12)
3. Round 3-25: sc in each st around (12)
4. Stuff the hand portion firmly. Flatten the top and work 6 sc through both layers. Sew to the body at round 32.

Bunny Legs (Make 2)

Use Tan yarn. Stuff the feet and legs firmly as you work.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. Round 5-8: sc in each st around (24)
6. Round 9: 6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc (18)
7. Round 10-25: sc in each st around (18)
8. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew the legs to the bottom of the torso between rounds 7 and 12, positioned so the bunny can sit stably.

Yellow Collared Shirt

This piece provides a vintage look under the pinafore. Use Soft Yellow yarn and a 3.0 mm hook. This is worked in rows to allow it to be placed around the bunny’s neck.

The Shirt Bodice

1. Row 1: ch 31. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, work 30 sc. ch 1, turn. (30)
2. Row 2-6: sc in each st across. ch 1, turn. (30)
3. Row 7 (Armholes): 5 sc, ch 6, skip 5 sts, 10 sc, ch 6, skip 5 sts, 5 sc. ch 1, turn.
4. Row 8: sc in each st and ch space across. (32)
5. Row 9: sc across. Fasten off.

The Peter Pan Collar

1. Attach yellow yarn to the neckline (foundation chain of the shirt).
2. Row 1: *sc 1, hdc 1, 3 dc in next st, hdc 1, sc 1* repeat across to create the rounded collar sections.
3. Ladybug Embroidery: Using red thread, create two small oval satin stitches on the front corners of the collar. Add three tiny black dots and a small black line for the head to finish the ladybugs.

Deep Purple Pansy Pinafore

The pinafore is the heart of the outfit, featuring a wide skirt perfect for floral embroidery. Use Deep Purple yarn.

The Waistband and Skirt

1. Row 1: ch 36. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, work 35 sc. Join with sl st to form a ring. (35)
2. Round 2-3: sc in each st around (35)
3. Round 4: FLO (sc 4, inc) x 7 (42)
4. Round 5: (sc 5, inc) x 7 (49)
5. Round 6: Switch to dc. (dc 1, dc-inc) repeat around (approx 73)
6. Round 7-18: dc in each st around (73). Continue until the skirt reaches the knees.
7. Round 19 (Hem): *ch 3, skip 1 st, sl st in next* repeat around for a ruffled finish. Fasten off.

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The Bib and Straps

1. Locate the center 12 stitches of the front waist. Attach purple yarn.
2. Row 1-5: sc in each st across (12). ch 1, turn.
3. Straps: From the top corner of the bib, ch 15. Fasten off and repeat on the other corner. Sew the straps to the back of the waistband, crossing them in an “X” shape.

Detailed Pansy Embroidery

This phase transforms the purple dress into a garden masterpiece. Use embroidery floss and a sharp needle. Refer to the image for placement along the bottom half of the skirt.

• The Blooms: Use Purple and Lilac thread for the larger pansies. Create five overlapping loops (Lazy Daisy stitch) in a circle. Fill the bottom three loops with a lighter shade to represent the pansy face.
• Golden Centers: Add a large French Knot in Golden Yellow in the center of each bloom.
• Blue Accents: Embroider smaller three-petaled flowers in Sky Blue between the main pansies.
• Stems and Leaves: Using Sage Green thread, work long vertical backstitches from the hem up to the base of each flower. Add small “V” shapes along the stems to represent leaves.

The Royal Purple Beret

The beret should sit tilted on the head. Use Deep Purple yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)
10. Round 10-13: sc in each st around (54)
11. Round 14: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
12. Round 15: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42). Fasten off and weave in ends. This tighter opening keeps the hat on the head.

Pansy Shoulder Bag

The bag is a statement accessory, shaped like a giant blooming pansy. Use Purple, Sky Blue, and Yellow yarn.

The Floral Face (Make 2)

1. Round 1: With Golden Yellow, 6 sc in a MR (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc (12)
3. Round 3: Switch to Sky Blue. *ch 3, 2 tr in same st, ch 3, sl st in next* repeat 6 times to create petals.
4. Round 4: Switch to Deep Purple. Work around the blue petals: *sc 1, hdc 1, 3 dc in tr st, hdc 1, sc 1* for each petal.

Assembly of the Bag

1. Place the two floral faces wrong sides together. Join with sc around the bottom four petals, leaving the top two open for the bag opening.
2. Strap: ch 50 (or length needed to cross the bunny’s body). Attach to the sides of the bag.
3. Detail: Embroider thin white lines radiating from the yellow center into the purple petals for a realistic pansy look.

Miniature Pink Snail Accessory

The snail is a whimsical companion that sits by the bunny’s feet. Use Pink yarn for the shell and Beige for the body.

The Coiled Shell

1. Row 1: With Pink yarn, ch 30. Starting in 2nd ch, work 29 sc.
2. Row 2: Work 29 hdc in BLO. Fasten off.
3. Roll the strip into a tight spiral and sew through the layers to maintain the shape.

The Snail Body

1. Row 1: With Beige yarn, ch 10. Start in 2nd ch, work sl st, 6 sc, 2 sl st. (9)
2. Head: At the wider end, ch 2 for antennas.
3. Sew the coiled shell onto the center of the beige body.

Footwear: Yellow Mary Jane Shoes

Make two using Soft Yellow yarn. These should be removable.

1. Round 1: ch 7. Start in 2nd ch: 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side of chain: 4 sc, inc (14)
2. Round 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc (20)
3. Round 3: BLO sc in each st around (20)
4. Round 4: sc around (20)
5. Round 5: 8 sc, 2 dec, 8 sc (18)
6. Strap: ch 8 from one side of the shoe opening to the other. Fasten off.

Final Assembly and Character Finishing

Assembling the components with precision is what gives the bunny its lifelike quality. Follow these steps for the best results.

Facial Features

Embroider the nose using Dark Brown yarn. Make a small “Y” shape between the eyes. Use a very fine black thread to add tiny eyelashes to the outer corners of the safety eyes. Apply pink blush to the cheeks and a tiny amount to the bridge of the nose for a soft garden glow.

Joining the Parts

1. Head to Body: Use the long tail from the torso to sew the head securely. Add extra stuffing to the neck area as you close the gap to ensure the head does not wobble under the weight of the beret and ears.
2. Limbs: Attach the arms at round 32 of the body. The legs should be sewn to the bottom of the torso so the bunny sits naturally.
3. Dressing the Bunny: Put the yellow shirt on first, making sure the collar is folded neatly. Place the purple pinafore over the shirt and secure the straps at the back. Put the shoes on the feet.
4. Final Touches: Pin the beret to the head at an angle, tucking one ear slightly behind it. Sling the pansy bag over the shoulder. Place the pink snail companion next to the bunny’s feet.

Polishing Your Work

Check all your yarn tails and ensure they are buried deep within the stuffing. If the skirt feels too light, you can add a layer of white tulle underneath to give it more volume. Your Colorful Pansy Bunny is now complete! This character serves as a stunning tribute to the intricacies of crochet and the vibrant colors of nature. Store your finished work in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain the vibrancy of the purple and yellow yarn. We hope this project brought joy to your hooks and beauty to your home.

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