The creation of amigurumi characters often transcends simple craft, becoming a form of soft sculpture that captures a moment of springtime serenity. This project features a refined beige rabbit adorned in a dusty rose ensemble, complete with hand-embroidered climbing vines and sweet pea blossoms. To achieve the professional results seen in the high-definition inspiration, it is essential to work with the right tools. Crafters should buy premium cotton yarn to ensure stitch clarity and purchase professional crochet hooks for comfort during long sessions. Additionally, investing in a complete amigurumi kit and high-quality safety eyes for toys from reliable sources like Amazon will help maintain the structural integrity of the doll. This design is a magnificent investment of your creative energy, resulting in a timeless heirloom that showcases intricate lace work, garment construction, and miniature accessory artistry. Every stitch is a step toward building a narrative of garden magic, making it a perfect centerpiece for a nursery or a high-end handmade gift.

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Comprehensive Material List

Before beginning your work, gathering high-quality materials is the most important step for success. The weight of the yarn and the size of the hook directly impact the proportions of the final character. For this specific rabbit, we are aiming for a soft, vintage aesthetic with crisp details. Ensure all yarn is of the same brand if possible to maintain consistent thickness.

• Primary Yarn: Sport weight or DK weight cotton yarn. You will need Beige (for the rabbit skin), Dusty Rose (for the dress and shoes), and Pure White (for the cardigan and bonnet).
• Accent Yarn: Small amounts of Moss Green (for stems and caterpillar), Lavender, Pink, and Light Purple (for sweet pea flowers and butterflies).
• Crochet Hooks: A 2.25 mm hook for the rabbit body and miniature accessories to ensure tight stitches; a 2.75 mm hook for the clothing to allow for a softer drape.
• Safety Eyes: 10 mm solid black safety eyes with secure backings.
• Stuffing: Premium grade polyester fiberfill. Avoid using low-density stuffing as it may clump over time.
• Embroidery Floss: Dark brown for the nose and mouth, various greens for flower leaves, and vibrant colors for the butterfly wings.
• Notions: Tapestry needle, sharp embroidery scissors, stitch markers, and pink cosmetic blush for the bunny cheeks.
• Ribbon: A thin white silk ribbon for the bonnet ties.

Standard Abbreviations and Terminology

This project guide utilizes standard United States terminology. Consistency in tension is the secret to a professional-looking amigurumi doll. Ensure your stitches are tight enough that the stuffing does not peek through the fabric, but loose enough to allow the needle to pass through during assembly.

• MR: Magic Ring (the essential foundation for circular work).
• ch: Chain stitch.
• st(s): Stitch or stitches.
• sc: Single crochet.
• inc: Increase (work two single crochets into the same stitch).
• dec: Invisible decrease (work through the front loops only of two stitches to reduce the count).
• hdc: Half double crochet.
• dc: Double crochet.
• sl st: Slip stitch.
• BLO: Back loops only.
• FLO: Front loops only.
• (…) x N: Repeat the instructions inside the parentheses N times.

The Sculpted Bunny Head

The head is designed as a large, rounded sphere with subtle tapering toward the chin to provide a gentle and alert expression. We work in continuous spirals using the Beige yarn. It is critical to use a stitch marker at the start of each round to maintain an accurate count during the shaping process.

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and place 6 sc into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 1 inc into every stitch around the circle. (12)
3. Round 3: Perform a sequence of (1 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: Perform a sequence of (2 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (24)
5. Round 5: Perform a sequence of (3 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (30)
6. Round 6: Perform a sequence of (4 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (36)
7. Round 7: Perform a sequence of (5 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (42)
8. Round 8: Perform a sequence of (6 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (48)
9. Round 9: Perform a sequence of (7 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (54)
10. Round 10: Perform a sequence of (8 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (60)
11. Rounds 11-22: Work 1 sc in each of the 60 stitches around. This builds the height of the face. (60)
12. Round 23: Perform a sequence of (8 sc, dec) repeated 6 times. (54)
13. Round 24: Perform a sequence of (7 sc, dec) repeated 6 times. (48)
14. Round 25: Perform a sequence of (6 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (42)
15. Round 26: Perform a sequence of (5 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (36)
16. Placement: Insert the safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, leaving approximately 11 stitches of space between them. Ensure they are perfectly level.
17. Round 27: Perform a sequence of (4 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (30)
18. Stuffing: Begin stuffing the head firmly. Focus on pushing the fiberfill toward the sides to define the rounded cheeks seen in the image.
19. Round 28: Perform a sequence of (3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (24)
20. Round 29: Perform a sequence of (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)
21. Round 30: Perform a sequence of (1 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (12) Finish stuffing.
22. Round 31: 6 dec to close. (6) Fasten off and leave a long tail. Use a tapestry needle to weave through the front loops and pull tight.

Facial Details and Embroidery

The character’s personality is centered in the face. Using a long strand of the Beige yarn, you can 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. Repeat for both eyes to create depth. For the nose and mouth, use a dark brown embroidery thread to stitch a small “Y” shape approximately three rounds below the eyes. Apply pink blush to the cheeks and the bridge of the nose for a soft appearance.

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Upright Bunny Ears

The ears define the silhouette of the Sweet Pea Bunny. They are tall, alert, and slightly tapered at the tips. We work these in continuous spirals using Beige yarn. Make two identical pieces. Do not stuff the ears to ensure they remain flat and elegant.

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and place 6 sc inside. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 1 inc in every stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: Perform (1 sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Round 4: Perform (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
5. Rounds 5-15: Work 1 sc in each of the 24 stitches around. (24)
6. Round 16: (6 sc, dec) repeated 3 times. (21)
7. Rounds 17-21: sc in each st around. (21)
8. Round 22: (5 sc, dec) repeated 3 times. (18)
9. Rounds 23-27: sc in each st around. (18)
10. Round 28: (4 sc, dec) repeated 3 times. (15)
11. Rounds 29-38: sc in each st around. (15)
12. Flatten the ear and work a round of 7 sc through both layers to close the base. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing to the top of the head at round 5.

Constructing the Pear-Shaped Torso

The body is worked from the bottom up to ensure stability. Use Beige yarn and maintain firm tension to support the weight of the dress and the oversized ears.

1. Round 1: Create a MR and work 6 sc into it. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 6 inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (54)
10. Rounds 10-22: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (54)
11. Round 23: (7 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (48)
12. Round 24-26: sc in each stitch around. (48)
13. Round 27: (6 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (42)
14. Round 28-30: sc in each stitch around. (42)
15. Round 31: (5 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (36)
16. Round 32-34: sc in each stitch around. (36)
17. Round 35: (4 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (30)
18. Round 36: (3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (24) Stuff the body firmly, ensuring the bottom is flat so the bunny can sit securely.
19. Round 37: (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)
20. Round 38: sc in each stitch around. (18) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for assembly.

Slender Arms and Legs

The limbs of the bunny are long and slender, matching the vintage aesthetic. Use Beige yarn for all four components. Ensure your stuffing is firm at the hands and feet but tapers off toward the top to allow for natural movement.

Bunny Arms (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: (1 sc, inc) repeat 3 times. (9)
3. Rounds 3-28: sc in each stitch around. (9)
4. Flatten the top and work 4 sc through both layers to close. Sew to the sides of the torso at round 36.

Bunny Legs (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. Rounds 5-10: sc in each stitch around. (24)
6. Round 11: 6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc. (18) This creates the foot shape.
7. Rounds 12-32: sc in each stitch around. (18)
8. Stuff firmly. Flatten the top and work 9 sc through both layers. Sew to the bottom of the body.

The Sweet Pea Garden Dress

The dress is the centerpiece of the character’s wardrobe, featuring a fitted bodice and a widely flared skirt perfect for floral embroidery. Use the Dusty Rose yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

Bodice Section

The bodice is worked in rows to allow for an opening at the back for easy dressing.

1. Row 1: Ch 31. Starting in the second ch from hook, work 30 sc. Ch 1, turn. (30)
2. Rows 2-8: Work 1 sc in each of the 30 stitches across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Round 9: Join with a sl st to the first stitch to begin working in rounds for the skirt.

The Flared Skirt

1. Round 1: Ch 2, (dc 1, dc-inc) around. (45 sts)
2. Round 2: dc in each stitch around. (45)
3. Round 3: (dc 2, dc-inc) around. (60)
4. Round 4: dc in each stitch around. (60)
5. Round 5: (dc 3, dc-inc) around. (75)
6. Rounds 6-18: dc in each st around. (75) Using double crochet for the skirt provides a softer, vintage volume seen in the reference image.
7. Round 19 (Hem): Work a scalloped edge: (sl st in next st, skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st) repeat around. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Sweet Pea Embroidery Details

Using your embroidery floss and a sharp needle, decorate the lower half of the dusty rose skirt. Use green thread to create winding, curved vines that swirl upward from the hem. Add small “Lazy Daisy” stitches along the vines to represent leaves. For the sweet pea flowers, use pink and lavender thread to create small clusters of blossoms. Use bullion knots or small popcorn stitches to give the flowers three-dimensional volume. Space these clusters evenly around the front and sides of the skirt.

White Lace Cardigan (Bolero)

The cardigan provides a delicate layer of texture. It is worked in an open-work stitch to mimic lace. Use Pure White yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

1. Row 1: Ch 33. Work 32 sc across. Ch 1, turn. (32)
2. Row 2: (sc 1, ch 2, skip 1 st) repeat across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 3: (sc in the ch-2 space, ch 2) repeat across. This creates the lace grid.
4. Row 4-6: Repeat Row 3.
5. Row 7 (Armholes): Work 6 sts in pattern, ch 10, skip 6 sts, work 10 sts in pattern, ch 10, skip 6 sts, work 6 sts in pattern.
6. Row 8: Work in pattern across including the chains.
7. Sleeves: Reattach white yarn to the armhole loops. Work 15 sc in a circle for 12 rounds. Finish with a round of shell stitches (5 dc in one st) for the cuffs.
8. Butterflies: Use your accent colors to embroider tiny butterflies on the front panels of the cardigan. Use a small yellow French knot for the body and four tiny purple loops for the wings.

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White Lace Bonnet

The bonnet protects the bunny’s head and adds a pop of bright white contrast. Use Pure White yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

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: (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. Rounds 8-16: sc in each stitch around. (42)
9. The Ruffle: Work in the FLO. (ch 3, 3 dc in next st, ch 3, sl st in next) repeat around the front edge to create the signature dramatic ruffle. Fasten off.
10. Ties: Attach yarn to the corners and ch 40. Fasten off and tie in a bow under the chin.

Footwear and Miniature Companion

Pink Ballet Flats (Make 2)

Use Dusty Rose yarn. These feature a small strap to stay secure on the rabbit’s feet.

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 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.

Miniature Garden Caterpillar

This tiny pet requires a steady hand. Use Moss Green yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.

1. Segments: Crochet 5 small spheres (MR, 6 sc, R2: 6 sc, R3: 6 sc, fasten off).
2. Assembly: Sew the spheres together in a line to form the segmented body.
3. Head: For the head, add two tiny ch-2 antennas. Use black thread to embroider two dots for eyes.
4. Display: Position the caterpillar resting on a cluster of small pink and purple crocheted flowers (MR, 5 petals of ch 2, sl st).

Final Assembly and Styling

Assembling the Delicate Sweet Pea Bunny requires patience to ensure all elements are symmetrical. Precision during this stage is what elevates the final character to a professional standard.

• Joining the Body: Sew the head firmly to the neck opening of the body. Ensure the neck is stuffed very firmly to support the weight of the ears and bonnet.
• Ear placement: Pin the long ears to Round 5 of the head. They should stand straight up. Sew them securely with multiple hidden stitches.
• Dressing: Place the dusty rose dress on the bunny first, securing the back with a small button. Slide the white cardigan over the arms.
• Bonnet: Place the bonnet on the head, pulling the floppy ears up through the sides. Tie the ribbon securely under the chin.
• Final Touches: Position the caterpillar and flowers next to the bunny’s feet. Use a small stitch to secure them if desired. Re-apply the pink cheek blush for a fresh glow.

Your Delicate Sweet Pea Bunny is now complete! This character is a celebration of texture, color, and storytelling. Store your masterpiece in a dry area away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant rose and white hues of the yarn. We hope you enjoyed every moment of this sophisticated garden journey and feel proud of the incredible artistry you have achieved with your crochet hooks.

Would you like to learn how to add a matching embroidered garden bag or perhaps receive guidance on creating a coordinating lace shawl for your bunny?