Cozy Cookie Bunny is a sweet winter baker bunny with a snug beanie, a cookie-themed sweater, a deep red pinafore dress, comfy shoes, and her favorite rolling pin and cookie tray. This pattern is written so you can recreate the cozy scene from the photo with clear, easy-to-follow steps.
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Abbreviations (US Terms)
- CO – cast on
- BO – bind off
- k – knit
- p – purl
- kfb – knit front and back (increase 1)
- k2tog – knit 2 stitches together (decrease 1)
- ssk – slip, slip, knit (decrease 1)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- rnd(s) – round(s)
- rep – repeat
- pm – place marker
- sm – slip marker
- k1tbl – knit 1 through back loop
- RS – right side
- WS – wrong side
Materials
- Yarn: DK or light worsted weight yarn in the following colors (smooth, wool or wool blend shows stitches nicely):
- Bunny body: light beige or oatmeal
- Inner ears and nose: slightly darker beige or warm tan
- Sweater and hat: soft cream
- Dress: deep wine red or burgundy
- Dress motif color: cream
- Shoes: warm medium brown
- Rolling pin: honey or caramel brown
- Cookie tray: cool grey
- Cookies: golden tan
- Needles:
- US 3 (3.25 mm) double-pointed needles or 32″ circular for magic loop
- US 2 (2.75 mm) needles for tighter accessories if desired
- Notions:
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 2 safety eyes, 6–8 mm, or black embroidery thread
- Black embroidery thread for face
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: small amount of scrap yarn for lifelines and holding stitches
The bunny and clothes are worked mostly in the round for a smooth, realistic fabric with clearly defined knit stitches.
Gauge and Finished Size
- Approximate gauge: 24 sts x 32 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in stockinette in the round on US 3 needles, lightly blocked.
- Finished height: about 10–11″ (25–28 cm) from feet to top of hat when worked at gauge.
Matching gauge will help your bunny look close to the sample and ensures that clothes and accessories fit properly.
Construction Overview
- The bunny is knitted from the feet upward: legs, body, and head are worked as one piece in the round. Arms, ears, and tail are made separately and sewn on later.
- The sweater is knitted top-down in the round with simple colorwork “cookie” motifs around the yoke.
- The pinafore dress is knitted in the round from the hem up, with a small fair-isle band and simple straps.
- The beanie is worked in the round with a chunky pom-pom.
- Shoes, rolling pin, cookie tray, and tiny cookies are separate knits to complete the scene.
Stuff firmly but smoothly to keep the shape crisp while still looking soft and cuddly.
Bunny Legs, Body, and Head
Use body-color yarn and US 3 needles. Work in the round unless otherwise stated.
Legs (make 2)
CO 10 sts. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist.
Rnd 1–3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: *k1, kfb; rep from * around (15 sts).
Rnd 5–18: k all sts for a smooth lower leg.
Stuff the lower part of the leg lightly.
Rnd 19: *k3, k2tog; rep from * around (12 sts).
Rnd 20–24: k all sts (upper leg).
Break yarn, leaving a tail. Slip stitches to a holder. Make a second leg, but do not break yarn at the end.
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Join Legs and Work Body
With both legs prepared, place all sts onto one needle: 12 sts from first leg, CO 4 sts between legs, 12 sts from second leg, CO 4 sts at back. (32 sts total.)
Place marker for beginning of rnd at center back.
Rnd 1–4: k all sts.
Rnd 5: *k7, kfb; rep from * around (36 sts).
Rnd 6–10: k all sts, stuffing body as you go.
Rnd 11: *k4, k2tog; rep from * around (30 sts).
Rnd 12–14: k all sts.
Rnd 15: *k3, k2tog; rep from * around (24 sts).
Rnd 16–18: k all sts, adding more stuffing for a firm, rounded tummy.
Neck and Head
Rnd 19: *k2, k2tog; rep from * around (18 sts).
Rnd 20–22: k all sts (neck). Add a bit of extra stuffing at the neck so it stays straight.
Increase for head:
Rnd 23: *k2, kfb; rep from * around (24 sts).
Rnd 24: *k3, kfb; rep from * around (30 sts).
Rnd 25: *k4, kfb; rep from * around (36 sts).
Rnd 26–35: k all sts for a smooth, slightly oval head. Begin stuffing firmly as you work.
Shape top of head:
Rnd 36: *k4, k2tog; rep from * around (30 sts).
Rnd 37: *k3, k2tog; rep from * around (24 sts).
Rnd 38: *k2, k2tog; rep from * around (18 sts).
Add more stuffing; head should be nicely rounded and firm.
Rnd 39: *k1, k2tog; rep from * around (12 sts).
Rnd 40: *k2tog; rep from * around (6 sts).
Break yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight to close, and secure.
Bunny Arms (make 2)
CO 8 sts in body color. Join to work in the round.
Rnd 1–3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: *k1, kfb; rep from * around (12 sts).
Rnd 5–15: k all sts. Lightly stuff arm, keeping the top soft for easy sewing.
Rnd 16: *k2, k2tog; rep from * around (9 sts).
Break yarn, draw through remaining sts, pull snug, and close. Flatten the top slightly with your fingers.
Bunny Ears (make 2)
Work flat back and forth in body color.
CO 8 sts.
Row 1 (WS): p across.
Row 2: k1, kfb, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (10 sts).
Row 3: p.
Row 4: rep Row 2 (12 sts).
Row 5–14: work in stockinette (k RS, p WS).
Shape tip:
Row 15 (RS): k1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1 (10 sts).
Row 16: p.
Row 17: k1, ssk, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1 (8 sts).
Row 18: p.
Row 19: k1, ssk, k2, k2tog, k1 (6 sts).
BO all sts, leaving a long tail. Fold lengthwise and sew up the WS seam to give the ear a soft tube-like shape. You can lightly pinch the base when attaching so the ear stands up with a gentle curve.
Bunny Tail
CO 6 sts in body color. Knit in the round.
Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: *k1, kfb; rep from * around (9 sts).
Rnd 3–4: k all.
Rnd 5: *k2tog, k1; rep from * around (6 sts).
Stuff lightly, break yarn, pull through sts, and tighten into a round pom tail.
Face and Assembly (Bunny)
Before adding clothes, finish the face.
- Position eyes about 6–7 rnds down from the top of the head and spaced about 6 sts apart. Attach safety eyes securely or embroider small filled ovals.
- With darker beige or pinkish yarn, embroider a tiny triangle nose a couple of rounds below the eyes.
- With black thread, embroider a simple smiling mouth: one short vertical line from nose down, then two curved lines left and right.
- Sew ears to the top of the head, slightly toward the back, letting them lean forward a little.
- Sew arms to the sides of the body just below the neck.
- Attach tail at the lower back, centered over the join between legs.
Set bunny aside while you work the clothing and accessories.
Cream Cookie Sweater
Use cream yarn and US 3 needles. Sweater is worked top-down in the round.
Yoke
CO 36 sts. Join to work in the round, pm for beginning.
Rnd 1: k1tbl, *k1, p1; rep from * to last st, k1tbl.
Rnd 2–4: work in 1×1 rib as established.
Rnd 5: knit all sts.
Increase:
Rnd 6: *k5, kfb; rep from * around (42 sts).
Rnd 7–8: k all.
Rnd 9: *k6, kfb; rep from * around (48 sts).
Rnd 10–12: k all.
Simple Cookie Motif Band
Switch to cookie-color yarn (golden tan). Work 4 rnds stockinette, alternating small groups of 2–3 sts in cookie color against cream at roughly even spacing to suggest small cookie shapes. Keep floats loose.
After 4 rnds, cut cookie-color yarn and continue with cream.
Rnd 13–14: k all.
Separate Sleeves
We will put sleeve sts on holders.
- Next rnd: k8, place next 8 sts on holder (first sleeve), CO 4 sts under arm, k16, place next 8 sts on holder (second sleeve), CO 4 sts under arm, k to end. (44 sts for body.)
Body of Sweater
Rnds 1–12: k all sts for a slightly cropped body that ends near bunny’s hip line.
Rnds 13–15: work 1×1 rib around.
BO loosely in pattern.
Sleeves (work both)
Transfer 8 sts from holder onto needles with cream yarn. Pick up and knit 4 sts from underarm CO to close the gap (12 sts).
Rnds 1–10: k all.
Rnds 11–13: work 1×1 rib.
BO loosely.
Repeat for the second sleeve. Try the sweater on your bunny to check fit and adjust length if desired.
Burgundy Pinafore Dress
Use burgundy yarn and US 3 needles.
Skirt
CO 72 sts. Join to work in the round.
Rnd 1–3: *k1, p1; rep around for a neat hem.
Rnd 4–14: k all sts for full skirt.
Fair-Isle Hem Band
Switch to cream.
Rnd 15–16: k2 burgundy, k2 cream; rep around to create a simple repeating motif similar to the sample. Keep floats relaxed.
Rnd 17: knit all sts in burgundy again.
Shape Waist
Rnd 18: *k7, k2tog; rep from * around (64 sts).
Rnd 19–22: k all.
Rnd 23: *k6, k2tog; rep from * (56 sts).
Rnd 24–26: k all.
Rnd 27: *k5, k2tog; rep from * (48 sts).
Work 2 more rnds in stockinette, then BO front and back separately to form a straight waistline if you prefer a more fitted look, or simply BO all sts loosely and cinch with the straps. For simplicity, BO all sts and block lightly.
Straps (make 2)
With burgundy yarn, CO 5 sts. Work in garter stitch (knit every row) for about 4″ (10 cm), or long enough to cross over the bunny’s shoulders and fasten at the front waist. BO.
Sew the back of each strap to the inside back of the skirt, crossing them as they go over the shoulders. Attach the front ends at the waistline with tiny buttons or sew directly in place.
Cream Beanie with Pom-Pom
Use cream yarn.
CO 52 sts. Join to work in the round.
Rnd 1–8: *k1, p1; rep around for a deep ribbed brim.
Rnd 9–18: k all sts in stockinette.
Shape crown:
Rnd 19: *k11, k2tog; rep from * (48 sts).
Rnd 20: k all.
Rnd 21: *k10, k2tog; rep from * (44 sts).
Rnd 22: k all.
Rnd 23: *k9, k2tog; rep from * (40 sts).
Rnd 24: k all.
Rnd 25: *k3, k2tog; rep from * (32 sts).
Rnd 26: *k2, k2tog; rep from * (24 sts).
Rnd 27: *k1, k2tog; rep from * (16 sts).
Rnd 28: *k2tog; rep from * (8 sts).
Break yarn, draw through remaining sts, and pull tight to close.
Make a full round pom-pom in cream and sew securely to the top of the hat.
Brown Shoes (make 2)
Use shoe-color yarn.
CO 12 sts. Join to work in the round.
Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: *k2, kfb; rep from * (16 sts).
Rnd 3: k all.
Rnd 4: *k3, kfb; rep from * (20 sts).
Rnds 5–9: k all for the length of the foot.
Shape top:
Rnd 10: k6, *k2tog, k1; rep from * to last 5 sts, k5 (16 sts).
Rnd 11: k all.
Rnd 12: *k2, k2tog; rep from * (12 sts).
Rnds 13–15: work k1, p1 rib for cuff. BO loosely.
For the small strap, CO 12 sts, work 2 rows garter stitch, BO. Sew one side of strap to outer shoe, the other side to inner shoe, creating a little Mary Jane look.
Rolling Pin
Use honey-brown yarn and US 2 or 3 needles.
CO 8 sts. Work in the round for 14–16 rnds for the body of the rolling pin, stuffing lightly as you go.
Decrease:
Rnd: *k2tog; rep from * around (4 sts). Work 2 more rnds for the small end handle. Break yarn, draw through sts, and pull tight.
Join yarn at the other side of the tube and work the second handle in the same way (pick up 4 sts around the open end, knit a few rounds, then decrease). Shape gently with your fingers.
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Cookie Tray
Use grey yarn.
Work flat.
CO 14 sts.
Row 1–12: knit every row (garter stitch) for a slightly thick base.
BO all sts.
To make raised edges, pick up and knit stitches along each side in turn:
- Long sides: pick up 14 sts and work 2–3 rows of garter, then BO.
- Short sides: pick up 10 sts and work 2–3 rows of garter, then BO.
Fold edges up slightly and pinch corners to shape into a shallow rectangle tray.
Tiny Cookies
Use cookie-color yarn. Make a few of each shape.
Round Cookies (make 2–3)
CO 6 sts.
Row 1–4: knit every row.
BO all.
Roll lightly into a tiny round and stitch edges to form a coin-shaped cookie. You can embroider a little smile or “cracks” on top with darker yarn.
Heart Cookies (make 2)
CO 4 sts.
Row 1: k all.
Row 2: kfb, k2, kfb (6 sts).
Row 3: k all.
Row 4: k2, k2tog, k2 (5 sts).
Row 5: k1, k2tog, k2 (4 sts).
Row 6: k2tog twice (2 sts).
Row 7: k2tog (1 st).
Break yarn and pull through last st. Use the tail to refine the heart shape as you sew.
Star Cookies (make 2)
CO 5 sts.
Row 1: knit all.
Row 2: *k1, yo; rep from * across (10 sts).
Row 3: knit all, then gather the outer edge slightly with the tail when finishing, forming little star points.
Arrange cookies on the tray and sew lightly in place, leaving a few extra cookies loose to place near the bunny’s feet.
Final Assembly and Styling
- Dress the bunny in the cream sweater first, then pull on the pinafore dress so the fair-isle hem sits just above the shoes.
- Put on the brown shoes, shaping them snugly around the feet.
- Place the beanie on the bunny’s head, letting the ears peek out naturally to the front.
- Sew or tack the rolling pin gently into one paw so it looks like the bunny is holding it.
- Position the cookie tray in the other paw or slightly tilted on the wooden surface in front.
- Scatter the extra cookies near the feet for that cozy “fresh from the oven” feel.
Your Cozy Cookie Bunny is now ready for winter baking photoshoots on a wooden table, next to a sofa, or in any real-life corner of your home. The clear stitch definition and snug gauge will let every knit stitch show beautifully in your photos, just like a real handmade product shoot.
