Introduction
Meet the Bedroom DJ Bunny—a cozy, handheld knit bunny posed at a bedside table with mint ear-cup headphones, a peachy sweater with mini teal dots and Peter-Pan collar, teal ribbed shorts, pale soles with pink toe patches, a charcoal DJ mixer full of tactile knobs, and a lavender mini backpack with a heart patch. This pattern is written to match the photo exactly: cream bunny, mint headset and accents, peach-pink sweater with rolled cuffs, teal shorts, gray mixer with dual platters and color buttons, and a lavender backpack beside the bunny.
Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.
Form & Proportions (for photo-accurate shaping)
- Height: ~9.5 in / 24 cm to ear tips.
- Head: softly oval with full cheeks; head circumference ~7.7–7.9 in (19.5–20 cm).
- Ears: upright, each ~2.6–2.8 in (6.7–7.2 cm); attach slightly forward on crown.
- Torso: pear-shaped; narrower waist, fuller chest; seamless into head.
- Arms: gently cylindrical; mounted slightly forward so paws rest on the mixer.
- Legs/Feet: stout cylinders; shoe-less feet with pink toe pads; foot length ~1.6 in / 4 cm.
- Fabric density: compact stockinette; no stuffing show-through.
- Accessories proportion: ear-cup diameter ~1 in / 2.5 cm; mixer width about the bunny’s hip-to-hip span; backpack height ~2.3 in / 6 cm.
Materials & Tools
- Yarn (DK / light-worsted, smooth, non-fuzzy):
- Cream (A) – bunny body, socks effect, collar base (~60 g)
- Mint (B) – headphones, button accents (~20 g)
- Peach-pink (C) – sweater (~35 g)
- Teal (D) – shorts, sweater dots (~25 g scraps)
- Dark Gray/Charcoal (E) – mixer, facial outline for mouth (~15 g)
- Lavender (F) – backpack (~20 g)
- Soft Pink (G) – nose, foot pads, backpack heart (~10 g)
- White (W) – optional mixer markers (~small)
- Needles: US 2.5 (3.0 mm) DPNs or long circular for magic loop.
- Gauge (firm for toys): ~28 sts × 38 rnds = 4 in / 10 cm in stockinette (knit in the round, stuffed).
- Notions: 8 mm black safety eyes (2), tapestry needle, markers, fiberfill, thin plastic/cardboard (mixer core), tiny magnets (optional to “stick” mixer to paws), small snap (backpack flap), pipe cleaners (optional for ear support).
Abbreviations
- k: knit
- p: purl
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd(s): round(s)
- inc: increase (kfb unless noted)
- dec: decrease (k2tog unless noted)
- kfb: knit front & back
- k2tog / ssk: right-/left-leaning decreases
- pm / sm: place / slip marker
- CO / BO: cast on / bind off
- M1: lifted make one
- dcst: duplicate stitch (surface embroidery)
- i-cord: 2–3 st cord
- RS / WS: right / wrong side
Bunny: Legs → Body → Head (Seamless)
Legs (make 2; start at feet, in A with pink pads G)
Toe pad (G, worked first, flat coin): CO 8 sts; knit 6 rows stockinette; BO leaving tail. Set aside.
Foot & Leg (A): CO 10 sts; join.
Rnd 1: kfb around (20)
Rnd 2: (k1, kfb) ×10 (30)
Rnd 3: k around
Rnd 4: (k4, kfb) ×6 (36)
Rnd 5: k around
Rnd 6: (k4, k2tog) ×6 (30)
Rnd 7: k around
Rnd 8: (k3, k2tog) ×6 (24)
Rnd 9–10: k around
Rnd 11: (k2, k2tog) ×6 (18)
Rnd 12–20: k around (18).
Break yarn on Leg 1 only; leave sts on holder. Work Leg 2 to same point but do not break.
Attach toe pads: Whipstitch the pink coin to each sole center now; lightly tack edges.
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Join for Body (continue with A)
From Leg 2 working yarn: CO 3 sts, k18 from Leg 1, CO 3 sts, k18 from Leg 2 = 42 sts. Side markers at the bridges’ middle sts.
Hips & Waist (A):
Rnds 1–6: k around; stuff legs firmly.
Rnd 7: (k5, k2tog) ×6 (36)
Rnd 8: k around
Rnd 9: (k4, k2tog) ×6 (30)
Rnd 10: k around
Rnd 11: (k3, k2tog) ×6 (24)
Chest & Neck (A):
Rnd 12: (k3, kfb) ×6 (30)
Rnds 13–16: k around
Rnd 17: (k3, k2tog) ×6 (24)
Rnd 18: (k2, k2tog) ×6 (18)
Rnd 19: k around
Rnd 20: (k1, k2tog) ×6 (12)
Firmly stuff torso into a pear shape.
Head (A)
Rnd 1: (k1, kfb) ×6 (18)
Rnd 2: (k2, kfb) ×6 (24)
Rnd 3: (k3, kfb) ×6 (30)
Rnd 4: (k4, kfb) ×6 (36)
Rnds 5–8: k around
Insert eyes 7 sts apart, ~2 rnds above head equator.
Rnd 9: (k4, k2tog) ×6 (30)
Rnd10: k around
Rnd11: (k3, k2tog) ×6 (24)
Rnd12: (k2, k2tog) ×6 (18) — stuff head, pushing fiber to cheeks
Rnd13: (k1, k2tog) ×6 (12)
Rnd14: k2tog around (6). Break long tail; cinch.
Face: Satin-stitch tiny triangle-oval nose in G; embroider a small smiling mouth in E.
Ears (make 2; worked flat in A)
CO 8 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k; Row 2: p.
Row 3: kfb, k to last st, kfb (10)
Row 4: p
Repeat Rows 3–4 3× → 16 sts.
Work 10 rows even.
Shape tip on RS over 8 rows: (k2tog, k to last 2, ssk) ×4 → 8 sts.
BO. Fold and seam lengthwise; insert thin pipe cleaner if desired. Sew slightly forward on crown.
Arms (make 2; A)
CO 8 sts; join.
Rnd 1: kfb around (16)
Rnds 2–14: k around
Rnd 15: (k2, k2tog) ×4 (12)
Lightly stuff; BO. Flatten palm end. Sew arms forward-tilted to rest on mixer (right arm slightly ahead).
Shorts (D)
Worked in the round, slightly high waist; short inseam.
Waistband: CO 48 sts; join.
Rnds 1–4: k2, p2 rib.
Rnds 5–12: k around.
Divide legs: 24 sts each; knit each leg 10 rnds straight; BO. Tug crotch gently to round the join. The hem hits mid-thigh, revealing pink toe pads.
Sweater with Peter-Pan Collar (C with D dots)
Body (worked flat; seams at sides)
Back in C: CO 36 sts.
Rows 1–3: k1, k1, p1 to last st, k1.
Rows 4–24: stockinette. On Rows 8, 12, 16, 20 place tiny dot in D by purling 1 stitch on RS (creates bump) at scattered positions (avoid edges).
Shoulders: BO 3 sts at start of next 2 rows, then 2 sts at start of next 2 rows. BO remaining neck sts.
Front in C: Work same as Back to Row 18 with dot placements matching photo (staggered).
Neck shaping: Row 19 (RS) BO center 8 sts; work each side separately, BO 1 st at neck edge on next two RS rows. Finish shoulders as Back.
Seam shoulders.
Sleeves (picked up in C): Pick up 30 sts around each armhole.
Rnds 1–10: k around.
Cuffs: k 2 more rnds then roll naturally (the photo shows a soft rolled cuff); no rib. BO.
Side seams: Mattress stitch; body hem sits at waistline just above shorts.
Peter-Pan Collar (A)
Pick up ~44 sts around neckline with A.
Row 1 (WS): p.
Rows 2–5: kfb, k across to flare slightly.
Row 6: k.
Row 7: BO loosely. Fold outward to form a rounded collar. Tack at shoulder points.
Mint Headphones (B + A + E)
Ear Cups (make 2, B):
CO 24 sts; join.
Rnds 1–6: k around.
Rnd 7: (k2, k2tog) ×6 (18).
Rnd 8: k. Insert small stuffing discs;
Rnd 9: (k1, k2tog) ×6 (12).
Rnd 10: k2tog around (6); cinch.
Cushion Ring (A, optional): dcst a thin cream circle on the front face to suggest a cushion seam.
Headband (B): CO 6 sts; work i-cord for 6.5 in / 16.5 cm.
Block slightly curved. Stitch cups to each end at the angle that clears ears.
Bridging pad (B): Pick up 6 sts at headband center; knit 6 rows; BO and wrap over band for a softly padded look.
Secure the set to the head with one hidden stitch at each cup so they sit neatly.
DJ Mixer (E with B/D/W accents)
Core: Cut a firm rectangle ~4.5 × 2.2 in (11.5 × 5.5 cm) from thin plastic/cardboard.
Top Panel (E): CO 26 sts; knit flat stockinette 22 rows. BO. Wrap around the core; ladder-stitch the back neatly.
Side Rim (E): CO 10 sts; knit 4 rows; BO. Sew as a narrow front lip.
Platters (make 2, E): CO 10 sts; knit 6 rows; BO. Wrap into flat coins; seam. Stitch to panel symmetrically.
Knobs & Faders:
- Large knobs (B): Make 4 mini bobbles—CO 3 sts, knit 3 rows, pull tail through.
- Small knobs (D): 6 tiny knots—wrap yarn several times around needle and secure.
- Buttons: dcst 6 dots in B/D/W below center.
Anchor a tiny magnet inside the mixer and the bunny’s palms if you want it to “click” in place.
Lavender Backpack with Heart Patch (F + G)
Body (F): CO 28 sts; join.
Rnds 1–18: k around (tall rectangle tube).
Flatten top and seam shut.
Flap: Pick up 14 sts along one top edge; knit 8 rows flat; BO with rounded corners (k2tog at beginnings and ssk at ends on last two RS rows).
Front Pocket: CO 12 sts; knit 6 rows; BO. Sew to lower front.
Straps: Two i-cords (F), CO 3 sts; knit 4.5 in / 11.5 cm each; attach top to upper back, bottoms to lower back.
Handle: i-cord 3 sts × 1.8 in / 4.5 cm; sew across top.
Heart Patch (G): dcst a small heart on flap; add a tiny circular “button” in F.
Optional: sew a small snap under flap.
Exact Measurements (to match the photo)
- Head circumference: ~7.8 in / 19.8 cm
- Ear length: 2.7 in / 7 cm; width 1.1 in / 2.8 cm
- Torso height (waist→neck): 2.8 in / 7.2 cm
- Arm length: ~3.0 in / 7.5 cm
- Leg length (ankle→top thigh): 2.6 in / 6.5 cm
- Foot size: 1.6 in / 4 cm long × 0.9 in / 2.3 cm wide
- Shorts outseam: ~1.6 in / 4 cm
- Sweater body length: ~2.2 in / 5.6 cm; sleeve length underarm ~1.6 in / 4 cm
- Headphone ear-cup diameter: ~1 in / 2.5 cm; band length 6.5 in / 16.5 cm (before curve)
- Mixer: ~4.5 × 2.2 in / 11.5 × 5.5 cm
- Backpack: ~2.3 in / 6 cm tall × 1.8 in / 4.6 cm wide
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Assembly & Dressing
- Shape head with a light needle-sculpt stitch from back of head to under nose and back; tie off.
- Attach ears slightly forward; add tail pom (wrap A 25–30×, trim to 1 in / 2.5 cm).
- Dress the bunny in shorts, then sweater; roll cuffs once.
- Seat position: bend hip area gently while stuffing so the bunny sits flat; place mixer on thighs and tack one paw to a platter.
- Headphones: position cups over ears; secure with tiny stitches.
- Backpack: set beside the bunny; straps can be worn or laid down.
Blocking, Care & Safety
- Steam-block flat pieces (mixer panel, collar, backpack flap) lightly; avoid direct steam on stuffed areas.
- Hand-wash cold; reshape and air-dry flat.
- For young children, omit magnets and use embroidered eyes and sewn-down accessories.
Troubleshooting
- Headphones slip: Shorten the i-cord headband by ¼ in (6 mm) or add a hidden stitch to each cup.
- Mixer curls: Add one purl row frame around the panel or stiffen the core with a second plastic layer.
- Dots look uneven: Use dcst dots instead of purl bumps on the front to control placement; weave ends invisibly.
- Bunny leans forward: Redistribute stuffing—more at lower back/hips; add a beanlet of poly-pellets in a muslin pouch to the seat.
