Short intro: Cream-Tea Beatrix is a pastel knit bunny in a blush A-line dress, cropped eyelet cardigan, pom-topped beret, Mary-Jane shoes with heart appliqués, a tiny hand-bag with a heart flap, a small plate holding a jam-tart, plus a wooden-tray look set (knit) with a teapot and mini teacup.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• k – knit
• p – purl
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd(s) – round(s)
• RS/WS – right side/wrong side
• kfb – knit front and back (1 inc)
• m1L/m1R – make one left/right (lifted inc)
• yo – yarn over
• k2tog – knit 2 together (right-leaning dec)
• ssk – slip, slip, knit (left-leaning dec)
• sk2p – slip 1, k2tog, pass slipped st over (centered double dec)
• pm/sm – place marker/slide marker
• BO – bind off
• CO – cast on
• I-cord – knit on 2 dpns without turning
• dup st – duplicate stitch (for embroidery)

Materials

1. DK-weight yarn (non-fuzzy, gives crisp stitch definition). Exact colors to match the photo:
   • Bunny body/inner ear/plate base/tray/teapot/cup: cream (approx 120 g)
   • Dress & shoes & beret: blush peach (approx 80 g)
   • Cardigan: soft butter cream (approx 40 g)
   • Details: strawberry-jam pink/red (10 g), pale rose (5 g)
2. Needles: US 2.5 (3.0 mm) dpns or circulars for small-circumference knitting; an extra pair for I-cords.
3. Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scrap yarn.
4. Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
5. 2 safety eyes 6 mm or black yarn for embroidery.
6. 3 small round buttons (rose-pink look) for cardigan (you can knit button “dots” instead).
7. Small amount of cardboard for plate insert (optional).

Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge in stockinette in the round, slightly stretched: 28 sts × 38 rnds = 4 in (10 cm).
• Finished height of bunny (without beret): 9.5–10 in / 24–25 cm.
  Tight gauge is essential for a polished, realistic stitch texture and clean shaping.

Construction Overview

• Bunny is worked mostly in the round: Head → Body (top-down) with separate Arms, Legs, Ears attached by sewing.
• Clothing and accessories are removable: A-line dress, cropped eyelet cardigan, beret with pom, Mary-Jane shoes, heart-flap hand-bag, jam-tart on mini plate, plus tray with teapot and tiny cup.
• Color notes align with the photo: cream bunny; blush dress/beret/shoes with red hearts; butter-cream cardigan with eyelet texture; cream purse with heart patch; wooden tray color achieved by using cream yarn and optional light-brown fabric pen on the tray rim if desired (or keep all-cream knit).

The Bunny

Head (cream)

CO 8 sts. Distribute over dpns, join in the round, pm for beg rnd.
Rnd 1: kfb around – 16 sts.
Rnd 2: k.
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around – 24.
Rnd 4: k.
Rnd 5: (k2, kfb) around – 32.
Rnd 6: k.
Rnd 7: (k3, kfb) around – 40.
Rnd 8: k.
Rnd 9: (k4, kfb) around – 48.
Rnd 10: k.
Rnd 11: (k5, kfb) around – 56.
Rnds 12–22: k 11 rnds even for smooth head dome.
Place safety eyes 10 sts apart, centered vertically. Embroider nose/mouth with fine black or dark brown yarn: small inverted “V” nose with a straight smile line (as in photo).
Rnd 23: (k5, ssk) around – 48.
Rnd 24: k.
Rnd 25: (k4, ssk) around – 40.
Rnd 26: k.
Rnd 27: (k3, ssk) around – 32.
Insert a firm stuffing into the head; keep round shape.
Rnd 28: (k2, ssk) around – 24.
Rnd 29: (k1, ssk) around – 16.
Rnd 30: ssk around – 8. Do not close; continue directly for neck & body.

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Neck & Upper Body (cream)

Rnd 31: kfb around – 16.
Rnd 32: k.
Rnd 33: (k1, kfb) around – 24.
Rnd 34: k.
Rnd 35: (k2, kfb) around – 32.
Rnd 36: (k3, kfb) around – 40.
Rnds 37–42: k 6 rnds even (shoulders/chest).

Body Shaping (cream)

Rnd 43 (inc): (k4, m1L, k4, m1R) ×5 – 50 sts.
Rnd 44–46: k 3 rnds even.
Rnd 47 (inc): (k9, kfb) ×5 – 55.
Rnd 48–58: k 11 rnds even for tummy fullness.
Rnd 59 (dec): (k9, ssk) ×5 – 50.
Rnd 60: k.
Rnd 61 (dec): (k3, ssk, k5) ×5 – 45.
Rnd 62–64: k 3 rnds.
Rnd 65 (hips): (k8, kfb) ×5 – 50.
Rnd 66–68: k 3 rnds even.
Rnd 69: (k3, ssk, k5) ×5 – 45.
Rnd 70: (k2, ssk, k4) ×5 – 40.
Stuff body firmly but softly to keep the silhouette elegant.
Rnd 71: (k2, ssk, k2) ×5 – 35.
Rnd 72: (k1, ssk, k2) ×5 – 30.
Rnd 73: (k1, ssk, k1) ×5 – 25.
Rnd 74: (ssk, k1, ssk) ×5 – 15.
Rnd 75: (ssk, ssk, k1) ×3 – 9.
Break yarn, thread tail through rem sts, draw tight, secure.

Legs (make 2, cream; work feet first for a realistic sole)

CO 8 sts.
Rnd 1: kfb around – 16.
Rnd 2: (k1, kfb) around – 24.
Rnd 3–6: k 4 rnds (toe).
Rnd 7: (k2, ssk) around – 18.
Rnd 8–10: k 3 rnds even.
Rnd 11: (k1, ssk) around – 12.
Stuff lightly (leave space at ankle).
Rnd 12–28: k even to length ~3.25 in (8.2 cm).
Fill leg; BO leaving a long tail. Whipstitch closed flat (gives a neat ankle). Sew legs to the underside of body slightly forward so the bunny stands balanced.

Arms (make 2, cream)

CO 6 sts.
Rnd 1: kfb around – 12.
Rnds 2–6: k even (paw).
Rnd 7: (k2, k2tog) ×3 – 9.
Rnds 8–22: k even to length ~3 in (7.5 cm).
Stuff very lightly; close as for legs. Ladder stitch to sides of body so paws rest naturally in front (to hold plate/hand-bag).

Ears (make 2, cream)

Worked flat for crisp ear edges.
CO 12 sts.
Rows 1–6: knit every row (garter) for stability.
Row 7 (inc RS): k1, m1L, k to last st, m1R, k1 – 14.
Rows 8–12: st st (RS k, WS p).
Row 13 (inc): k1, m1L, k to last st, m1R, k1 – 16.
Rows 14–22: st st.
Row 23 (dec): k1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1 – 14.
Row 25 (dec): repeat – 12.
Row 27 (dec): repeat – 10.
Row 29 (dec): repeat – 8.
Row 31: sk2p twice – 4.
Row 32: BO.
Fold base 1 cm into a slight curve and stitch. Sew to head with a gentle outward tilt; the inner ear texture is same color (clean pastel look).

Clothing

A-Line Dress (blush peach)

Worked bottom-up in the round.
CO 168 sts loosely; join, pm.
Hem Texture Band to match the photo:
Rnd 1: k3, yo, ssk, k3, [small bobble]; repeat.
Small bobble: (kfb, turn, p2, turn, k2), pass first st over second to close. Space bobbles every 12 sts.
Rnd 2: knit (knit yos twisted to close small eyelet).
Rnd 3: k.
Rnd 4: k7, yo, k2tog, k7 around (delicate dot eyelets above the bobble band).
Rnd 5–7: k.
Now A-line decrease very gently:
Rnd 8: (k26, k2tog) ×6 – 162.
Rnd 18: (k25, k2tog) ×6 – 156.
Rnd 28: (k24, k2tog) ×6 – 150.
Continue knitting even to 4.75 in (12 cm) from hem.
Waistline: work k1, p1 rib for 4 rnds to hug the waist.
Bodice: switch to stockinette and decrease to 108 sts evenly across one rnd.
Work 1.75 in (4.5 cm).
Armholes: divide for front/back.
Back (54 sts): work flat st st, BO 4 sts each edge once, then dec 1 each side every RS row 3× – 40 sts. Continue to armhole depth 1.5 in (3.8 cm). BO center 12 for back neck; work each shoulder 14 sts 2 more rows; BO.
Front (54 sts): same shaping as back, but when 1 in (2.5 cm) from armhole start, shape neckline: BO center 10; then dec at neck edge every RS row 5×; work to match back length; BO shoulders.
Seam shoulders.
Neck edging: with blush yarn, pick up evenly around neck; work 3 rnds k1, p1 rib; BO loosely.
Armhole edging: pick up evenly; work 3 rnds k1, p1; BO.
Waist tie (optional): I-cord 14 in (35 cm). Thread through the rib row at waist to echo the photo’s gentle waistline.

Cropped Eyelet Cardigan (butter-cream)

Worked flat, one piece to armholes.
CO 78 sts.
Rows 1–6: k1, p1 rib.
Body pattern:
Row A (RS): k.
Row B (WS): p.
Row C (RS eyelet): k2, yo, k2tog, k2 rep to end (subtle vertical eyelets).
Repeat A–C for 2.25 in (5.5 cm).
Divide: place 39 sts for back, 19 each front (include 1 st garter selvedge on each front).
Back: work st st to 2.25 in (5.5 cm) armhole depth; BO shoulders 12 sts each side; BO rem 15 for back neck.
Left front: keep 1 garter st at edge for button band; shape neck—at neck edge, dec 1 every RS row 6×; work to match back length; BO shoulder 12.
Right front: mirror shaping.
Sleeves (pick-up method): pick up 42 sts around armhole; knit 1 rnd, then work flat in st st, decreasing 1 each side every 6th row 5× – 32 sts; work to sleeve length 2.5 in (6.5 cm). Finish with 6 rows k1, p1 rib; BO. Work both sleeves the same.
Front bands: pick up 44 sts along each front edge; for button side, work 6 rows k1, p1 rib with 3 buttonholes (yo, k2tog) spaced evenly in row 3; BO. Work other side without buttonholes.
Sew shoulder and underarm seams. Attach three small pink buttons to match the photo’s little dots (or embroider small knit “dots” using dup st).

Beret with Pom (blush peach)

CO 72 sts; join.
Brim: k1, p1 rib for 7 rnds.
Increase rnd: (k6, kfb) ×9 – 81.
Knit 3 rnds.
Next inc rnd: (k9, kfb) ×7 plus k remaining to end – 88 (evenly distributed).
Work even until disc measures 4.5 in (11.5 cm) across when laid flat.
Crown decreases:
Rnd 1: (k9, ssk) around – 80.
Rnd 3: (k8, ssk) – 72.
Rnd 5: (k7, ssk) – 64.
Continue every other rnd to (k1, ssk) – 16.
Next rnd: ssk around – 8. Break yarn, draw through.
Pom: wind blush yarn around three fingers ~60 wraps; tie, trim to 1 in (2.5 cm) puff; sew centered.

Mary-Jane Shoes (pair, blush peach with red hearts)

Work each shoe flat from sole, then seam heel.
CO 18 sts.
Row 1 (WS): p.
Row 2 (inc): kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1 – 20.
Row 3: p.
Row 4: kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1 – 22.
Row 5: p.
Rows 6–10: knit RS/purl WS.
Row 11 (instep dec RS): k7, ssk, k6, k2tog, k7 – 20.
Row 13: k6, ssk, k6, k2tog, k6 – 18.
Row 15: k5, ssk, k6, k2tog, k5 – 16.
Row 16 (strap setup WS): p5, BO 6, p5.
Row 17: k5, CO 8 (strap), k5.
Row 18: p all.
Row 19: k across; BO loosely.
Sew back seam and strap to opposite side to form the Mary-Jane.
Heart appliqué (jam-pink): using dup st on toe, work a small centered heart (~10–12 stitches total) to match the photo.

Hand-Bag with Heart Flap (cream with pink heart)

Body: CO 14 sts; work st st 12 rows.
Fold at row 6 to create a slight gusset; seam sides.
Flap: pick up 14 sts along top edge; Row 1: k. Row 2: p. Row 3 (dec): k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1 – 12. Row 4: p. Row 5: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k1 – 10. Row 6: p. Row 7: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1 – 8. Row 8: p. Row 9: BO.
Strap: I-cord 14–16 in (35–40 cm). Attach inside.
Heart: duplicate stitch a small pink heart centered on flap. The scale should match the photo—neat and minimal.

Accessories

Jam-Tart on Mini Plate (to be held in one paw)

Plate (cream): CO 6 sts. Rnd 1: kfb around – 12. Rnd 2: (k1, kfb) – 18. Rnd 3: (k2, kfb) – 24. Rnd 4: (k3, kfb) – 30. Rnd 5: knit. Rnd 6 (lip): k1, p1 around. Rnd 7: knit. BO; damp block flat. Optional: slip a thin cardboard circle inside and whipstitch a knit backing for rigidity.
Tart Base (cream): CO 6 sts; kfb around – 12; knit 1 rnd; (k1, kfb) – 18; knit 1 rnd; BO leaving tail; sew to center of plate.
Jam (strawberry pink): embroider a slightly domed disc with satin stitches on top of base to mimic jam; add a tiny yo stitch at center for glisten.
Sew the edge of plate to the inside of one paw so it sits naturally at a slight angle like in the photograph.

Wooden-Tray Look with Teapot & Cup (all cream; tray optional light brown)

Tray: CO 54 sts; join. Work 2 rnds k. Rnd 3: k1, p1 around (raised rim). Rnd 4–6: k. BO loosely to keep the round shape; steam gently to lay flat.
Teapot Body: CO 8; kfb around – 16. Next rnd (k1, kfb) – 24. Knit 4 rnds. (k2, ssk) – 18. Knit 1 rnd. (k1, ssk) – 12. Knit 1 rnd. ssk around – 6. Stuff. Draw closed.
Lid: CO 6, kfb around – 12; knit 1 rnd; ssk around – 6; draw closed. Stitch a tiny bobble for knob (kfb, kfb, pass first over second). Sew lid atop body.
Spout: CO 5; work I-cord 6 rows; taper by k2tog at each end once; sew to body.
Handle: I-cord 6 rows; attach opposite spout.
Cup: CO 6; kfb around – 12; knit 1 rnd; (k1, ssk) – 8; draw closed lightly (leaving a little cavity). Add a 3-row I-cord handle.
Arrange teapot and cup on tray at the bunny’s feet exactly as pictured; tack in place.

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Assembly

1. Block lightly all flat pieces (ears, cardigan panels) to measurements so the pastel stitches look crisp.
2. Attach ears: pin their curved bases; sew using mattress stitch.
3. Set arms: position just below neckline; angle slightly forward so the left paw can hold the plate, right side can hang the handbag strap. Tack a couple hidden stitches to secure pose.
4. Sew legs under body, slightly forward for balance. Test the standing pose on a flat surface.
5. Dress the bunny: put on the blush dress first, then the cropped cardigan. Fasten the three rose “buttons.”
6. Shoes: slip on and secure the straps to the outer sides.
7. Beret: place with a gentle tilt; the 1 in pom sits centered.
8. Accessories: stitch the handbag strap across the shoulder/hip so the bag rests at dress hem; secure plate to paw; place tray, teapot, and mini cup on the table beside feet as in the image.

Finishing & Styling

• Use a small brush to “comb” any stray stuffing out of seams.
• For a photo-realistic knit look, keep tension consistent and avoid blocking the stuffed parts.
• Embroidery: keep the nose a tiny beige triangle with a simple smile line—friendly, not cartoonish.
• Hearts: duplicate stitch with jam-pink; keep edges crisp so the hearts on the shoes and the bag match.
• Lighting and display: natural window light, wooden table, neutral background—this preserves the pastel, handmade vibe from the photo.

Recap & Customization Ideas

• The silhouette matches the photo: round head; slim neck; gentle tummy; slightly forward-set legs; upright ears; classic Mary-Jane shoes with hearts; blush A-line dress with bobble-and-eyelet hem; cropped butter-cream cardigan with eyelets and three pink “dots”; blush beret with ribbed band and centered pom; cream mini hand-bag with heart flap; plate with jam-tart; tray with teapot and cup.
• You can vary palette within pastels (mint, lilac, buttercup) while keeping the same construction for consistent results.
• To ensure the stitches read crisply on camera, always knit toys at a smaller needle size than the ball band suggests.

Enjoy knitting Cream-Tea Beatrix!