Winter Chocolate Chalet Bunny is a soft beige bunny dressed in a chocolate-brown fair isle dress, a matching cozy jacket, cream turtleneck cowl, chunky slippers with sock cuffs, and a snug beanie with a big pompom. She carries a hot-chocolate bag full of marshmallows, with a tiny mug and star cookies as extra props.
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Abbreviations (US Terms)
- k – knit
- p – purl
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- rnd(s) – round(s)
- row(s) – row(s)
- kfb – knit front and back (increase 1)
- k2tog – knit 2 together (decrease 1)
- ssk – slip, slip, knit (decrease 1)
- yo – yarn over
- CO – cast on
- BO – bind off
- pm – place marker
- sm – slip marker
- RS – right side
- WS – wrong side
All instructions use US knitting terms and are worked in the round unless noted.
Materials
- DK or light worsted weight yarn in:
- Beige/light tan – bunny body, ears, arms, legs
- Cream – neck cowl, sock cuffs, pompom, marshmallows
- Dark chocolate brown – dress, jacket, hat, shoes, bag
- Warm red – tiny fair isle accent on dress
- Needles:
- 2.75 mm (US 2) DPNs or circular for small circumferences
- 2.75 mm straight needles (optional for ears and flat pieces)
- Tapestry needle
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- 2 safety eyes 6–8 mm, or black yarn for embroidery
- Small amount of black or dark brown yarn for nose and mouth
- Stitch markers and pins
Gauge & Finished Size
- Approx. 30 sts x 40 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in stockinette in the round.
- Bunny height: about 9–10 in (23–25 cm) standing, without hat.
A firm gauge keeps stuffing from showing and makes the stitches look clear and realistic.
Notes & Construction Overview
- The bunny is worked from the feet up in one piece: legs → body → neck → head.
- Arms, ears, tail, clothes, hat, bag, mug, marshmallows, and cookies are made separately and sewn on.
- Stuff gradually as you go, shaping the curves with your fingers to keep the silhouette smooth.
- Color names in the instructions refer to the palette listed above.
Bunny Legs & Body
Legs (make 2, beige)
CO 8 sts. Join in the round, pm.
Rnd 1: kfb around (16 sts).
Rnd 2: k all.
Rnd 3: (k3, kfb) x4 (20 sts).
Rnd 4–6: k all for the rounded foot.
Rnd 7: (k3, k2tog) x4 (16 sts).
Rnds 8–20: k all for the straight lower leg.
Lightly stuff the foot and leg.
Cut yarn on the first leg. Work the second leg to the same point but do not cut.
Join for Body
With second leg on the needles:
Rnd 1: k16 of second leg, CO 4, k16 of first leg, CO 4 (40 sts total). Place marker at the first newly cast-on stitch as the start of round.
Rnd 2–3: k all.
Rnd 4: (k4, kfb) x8 (48 sts) – full hips.
Rnd 5–8: k all.
Rnd 9: (k6, k2tog) x6 (42 sts).
Rnd 10–12: k all.
Rnd 13: (k5, k2tog) x6 (36 sts).
Rnd 14–16: k all – waist.
Rnd 17: (k4, k2tog) x6 (30 sts).
Rnd 18: k all.
Begin stuffing the body firmly from the hips upward.
Neck & Head
Rnd 19: (k3, k2tog) x6 (24 sts).
Rnd 20: k all.
Head Increases
Rnd 21: (k3, kfb) x6 (30 sts).
Rnd 22: (k4, kfb) x6 (36 sts).
Rnd 23: (k5, kfb) x6 (42 sts).
Rnd 24–32: k all for the round head.
Stuff as you go so the head is firm but smooth.
Place safety eyes between Rnds 29–30, about 7–8 sts apart, centered.
Head Decreases
Rnd 33: (k5, k2tog) x6 (36 sts).
Rnd 34: k all.
Rnd 35: (k4, k2tog) x6 (30 sts).
Rnd 36: k all.
Rnd 37: (k3, k2tog) x6 (24 sts).
Rnd 38: (k2, k2tog) x6 (18 sts).
Stuff the top of the head fully.
Rnd 39: (k1, k2tog) x6 (12 sts).
Rnd 40: k2tog around (6 sts).
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight, and secure inside.
With dark yarn, embroider a small rounded triangle nose slightly below center between the eyes and a simple curved mouth, matching the gentle expression.
Arms (make 2)
Using beige:
CO 8 sts. Join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all.
Rnd 2: (k1, kfb) x4 (12 sts).
Rnds 3–5: k all – hand.
Rnd 6: (k2, kfb) x4 (16 sts).
Rnds 7–18: k all for the arm length. Lightly stuff, keeping the upper part softer so the arms sit naturally at the sides.
Rnd 19: (k2, k2tog) x4 (12 sts).
Rnd 20: k all.
Cut yarn, leave a long tail. Flatten the top of each arm and sew the opening closed.
Ears (make 2, worked flat)
Using beige and straight needles:
CO 8 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k all.
Row 2 (WS): p all.
Row 3: kfb, k6, kfb (10 sts).
Row 4: p all.
Row 5: kfb, k8, kfb (12 sts).
Row 6–18: work in stockinette (k RS, p WS) for a long, soft ear.
Row 19: k2tog, k8, ssk (10 sts).
Row 20: p all.
Row 21: k2tog, k6, ssk (8 sts).
Row 22: p all.
Row 23: k2tog, k4, ssk (6 sts).
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts and pull tight. Do not stuff. Ears should drape softly; you can pinch the base slightly when sewing for a gentle curve.
Tail
Using beige:
CO 6 sts in the round.
Rnd 1: kfb around (12 sts).
Rnd 2–4: k all.
Rnd 5: (k2, k2tog) x3 (9 sts).
Cut yarn, gather remaining sts, stuff lightly, and close. This forms a small round tail.
Chocolate Fair Isle Dress
The dress is worked bottom-up in the round and removable. Use chocolate brown as main color (MC), cream and warm red as contrast colors (CC1 and CC2).
With MC, CO 72 sts. Join without twisting, pm.
Rnds 1–2: k all.
Rnds 3–4: p all for a subtle garter hem ridge.
Rnds 5–10: k all.
Fair Isle Band
Work the following simple repeat around for 6 rounds:
- Rnd 11: k2 MC, k1 CC1, repeat.
- Rnd 12: k all in MC.
- Rnd 13: k1 MC, k1 CC2, k1 MC, k1 CC1, repeat (tiny hearts/red flecks).
- Rnd 14: k all in MC.
- Rnd 15–16: k all in MC.
After the colorwork, continue in MC.
Rnd 17: (k10, k2tog) x6 (66 sts).
Rnds 18–22: k all – skirt length.
Rnd 23: (k9, k2tog) x6 (60 sts).
Rnd 24–26: k all.
Rnd 27: (k8, k2tog) x6 (54 sts) – waist shaping.
Rnds 28–30: k all.
Bodice & Armholes (worked flat)
We’ll open the back for ease of dressing.
Row 31 (RS): k27, turn, leaving remaining 27 sts on holder.
Work these 27 sts back and forth for front bodice:
Rows 32–38: work in stockinette (RS k, WS p).
Row 39 (RS): k3, k2tog, k17, ssk, k3 (25 sts).
Row 40 (WS): p all.
Row 41 (RS): BO 25 sts.
For back bodice, return to held 27 sts:
Row 31B (RS): rejoin yarn, k27.
Rows 32B–38B: stockinette.
Row 39B (RS): k all.
Row 40B (WS): p all.
Row 41B: BO 27 sts.
Sew shoulder edges together (about 4–5 sts each side). Add a small snap or hook at the upper back when finishing.
Chocolate Chalet Jacket
Worked flat in one piece and seamed.
Using MC (chocolate brown), CO 42 sts.
Rows 1–4: k1, p1, k1 rib to end – hem.
Rows 5–18: work in stockinette (RS k, WS p).
Row 19 (RS): k14 (right front), BO 4 sts, k10 (back), BO 4 sts, k14 (left front).
Work each section separately.
Right Front (14 sts)
Row 20 (WS): p all.
Rows 21–24: stockinette.
Row 25 (RS): k all.
Row 26: p all.
Row 27 (RS): BO 4 sts, k to end (10 sts).
Rows 28–32: stockinette.
Row 33: BO all.
Back (10 sts)
Rejoin yarn to center 10 sts.
Rows 20–32: stockinette to match length of fronts.
Row 33: BO all.
Left Front (14 sts)
Work as mirror of right front, decreasing at the neck edge.
Sew shoulder seams. Sew side seams up to armholes.
Sleeves (make 2)
CO 16 sts with MC.
Rows 1–4: k1, p1, k1 rib.
Rows 5–16: stockinette.
Row 17 (RS): k2tog, k12, ssk (14 sts).
Rows 18–20: stockinette.
Row 21: BO all.
Sew sleeve seams and set sleeves into armholes. The jacket is cropped and open-front, just like in the picture.
Cream Turtleneck Cowl
This creates the thick cream neck seen between head and dress.
Using cream:
CO 24 sts. Join in the round, pm.
Rnd 1–16: k2, p2 rib, forming a tall elastic tube.
BO loosely in pattern. Slip the cowl over the bunny’s head to sit snugly around the neck above the dress.
Chocolate Beanie with Cream Pompom
Using MC:
CO 64 sts. Join in the round.
Rnds 1–8: k2, p2 rib for the deep folded brim.
Rnds 9–20: k all.
Crown shaping:
Rnd 21: (k6, k2tog) x8 (56 sts).
Rnd 22: k all.
Rnd 23: (k5, k2tog) x8 (48 sts).
Rnd 24: k all.
Rnd 25: (k4, k2tog) x8 (40 sts).
Rnd 26: k all.
Rnd 27: (k3, k2tog) x8 (32 sts).
Rnd 28: (k2, k2tog) x8 (24 sts).
Rnd 29: (k1, k2tog) x8 (16 sts).
Rnd 30: k2tog around (8 sts).
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight.
Make a large cream pompom and sew firmly to the top of the beanie. Fold the brim upward to mimic the thick ribbed edge in the photo.
Socks & Slipper Shoes
Sock Cuffs (cream, make 2)
CO 20 sts. Join in the round.
Rnds 1–6: k2, p2 rib.
BO loosely. These rings will be sewn around the legs later.
Slippers (MC, make 2)
CO 8 sts. Work flat.
Row 1: k all.
Row 2: p all.
Row 3: kfb, k6, kfb (10 sts).
Row 4: p all.
Row 5: kfb, k8, kfb (12 sts).
Row 6–8: stockinette.
Row 9: k2tog, k8, ssk (10 sts).
Row 10: p all.
Row 11: k2tog, k6, ssk (8 sts).
Row 12: p all.
Row 13: BO all.
With MC, pick up 20 sts evenly around the sides and heel edge; work 4 rows in garter (knit every row) to form low sides. BO.
Sew the back seam. Place each slipper on a foot and tack in place with a few hidden stitches. Position the cream cuff just above the shoe and sew in place so it looks like a chunky sock turned over the top.
Hot Chocolate Bag
Using MC:
CO 16 sts. Join in the round.
Rnds 1–12: k all to make a straight-sided cylinder.
Rnd 13: (k2, k2tog) x4 (12 sts).
Rnd 14: k all.
Rnd 15: (k1, k2tog) x4 (8 sts).
Cut yarn, gather remaining sts to close the base. Turn so gathered end is at the bottom.
For the handle, CO 30 sts in MC, BO to create a flat strap or knit a 2-st I-cord about the same length. Sew each end to opposite sides of the bag.
Mini Marshmallows
Using cream:
For each marshmallow, CO 5 sts. Work 3 rows in stockinette, then BO. Roll into a tiny cylinder and stitch closed; lightly stuff if desired. Make 5–7 pieces and sew them spilling out of the bag and one or two near the mug.
Mug of Hot Chocolate & Star Cookies
Mug (cream)
CO 12 sts. Join in the round.
Rnds 1–6: k all – small cylinder.
Rnd 7: (k2, k2tog) x3 (9 sts).
Cut yarn, gather to close the base. Turn right side out.
With chocolate brown, pick up 9 sts around the open top and work 2 rnds of k to create the “liquid” surface. BO.
For the handle, knit a tiny I-cord: CO 3 sts, work 6 rows, BO and curve into a C-shape, sewing to the side of the mug.
Drop 2–3 cream marshmallows on top and tack them in place.
Star Cookies (warm brown or gold)
For each cookie, CO 5 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k all.
Row 2: p all.
Row 3: yo, k2tog across (adds little points).
Row 4: p all.
Row 5: BO.
Shape with your fingers into a chubby star and weave in ends to the back. Knit 2–3 cookies.
Assembly
- Ears – Pin ears on top sides of the head, slightly behind the eyes so they fall gently at the sides. Sew securely, folding the base a bit to create the soft curve.
- Arms – Position arms at the shoulders, just below the neck. Sew the flattened tops to the body, checking they hang evenly.
- Tail – Stitch the tail to the back, centered low on the body.
- Dress & Cowl – Put the dress on from the feet up, close the back. Slide the cream cowl over the head and down so it sits snugly between head and dress neckline.
- Jacket – Put the jacket on over the dress, easing arms through the sleeves.
- Socks & Slippers – Pull each sock cuff over the lower leg and sew in place. Fit the slippers onto the feet and tack them under the soles so they stay in position.
- Hat – Place the beanie so it rests just above the eyes. You can secure it with a couple of small stitches if you prefer it fixed.
- Hot Chocolate Bag & Mug – Slip the bag handle over one arm so it sits in the paw; sew a couple of hidden stitches so it stays put. Arrange the mug and cookies at the bunny’s feet or on a little tray, tacking them lightly if this is for display rather than play. Sew a few marshmallows sticking out of the bag and on the mug.
Finishing Touches
Weave in all ends neatly on the inside of pieces. Gently massage the stuffing to even out the shape and keep the silhouette round and cozy. If needed, lightly steam-block only the clothing and hat to relax edges and sharpen the fair isle pattern, keeping steam away from safety eyes.
Your Winter Chocolate Chalet Bunny is ready to stand by the fireplace with her mug of hot chocolate, soft pastel tones, and clearly defined knit stitches, perfect for winter décor, photos, or gifting.
