Bunny Plushie Holding a Carrot - Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Quick summary: small, cuddly amigurumi bunny with a removable carrot. Worked in continuous rounds using single crochet (US) for a dense fabric. Suitable for confident beginner/intermediate crocheters. Finished height: approx 8.5" / 21.5 cm (bunny alone) with carrot approx 4.5" / 11.5 cm.

Materials

• Yarn: Worsted/Aran weight (#4). Main color (MC) e.g. light grey: 50 g (approx 110 yds / 100 m). Contrast (inner ear/paws/face) 10 g (approx 25 yds / 23 m). Carrot orange 15 g (approx 30 yds / 27 m). Carrot green top 5 g (approx 15 yds / 14 m). Total yarn used approx 80 g (176 yds / 154 m).
• Hook/Needle sizes: Crochet hook: 3.5 mm (US E/4, UK old 8). Optional tighter fabric: 3.25 mm (US D/3, UK old 9). Tapestry/ yarn needle for sewing, blunt needle for stuffing. Scissors, stitch marker.
• Notions: Safety eyes 8 mm (use 6 mm if you want smaller), or embroider eyes for baby-safe toy. Polyester fiberfill stuffing. Black embroidery floss for nose & mouth. Optional: pellet bag or scrap yarn for internal weight (secure in pouch for older children).
• Extras: Stitch marker, pins for positioning pieces, small amount of felt (optional) for carrot accent.

Gauge & Finished Size

Gauge (not critical, but affects final size): 16 single crochet (US) x 18 rows = 4" / 10 cm when worked in the round with 3.5 mm hook and worsted weight yarn. Finished measurements: height 8.5" / 21.5 cm (bunny), carrot length 4.5" / 11.5 cm.

Abbreviations (US terms shown first with UK old equivalent)

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet (US) / dc (UK old)
• inc = increase (2 sc in next st)
• dec = invisible decrease (US) - (sc2tog) (UK old: dec)
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• MR = magic ring
• FO = fasten off

Notes

• Pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless a round number is followed by (join) — use a stitch marker to mark start of round.
• Stuff firmly but not overstuffed to maintain shape and avoid gaps.
• If you want the carrot to be removable, leave the underside of one arm open or sew a small pouch on the tummy to tuck carrot into.
• Safety: if this toy is for a child under 3 years, avoid using safety eyes; embroider eyes instead and ensure all small parts are securely attached.

Head (make 1)

Use MC. Work in continuous rounds.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. R2: inc x6 (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) x6 (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) x6 (36)
7. R7-R12: sc 36 (6 rounds) — place safety eyes between R9 and R10, spaced 6 sts apart (adjust spacing for expression). Embroider muzzle position later.
8. R13: (sc 4, dec) x6 (30)
9. R14: (sc 3, dec) x6 (24)
10. R15: (sc 2, dec) x6 (18) — begin stuffing head firmly.
11. R16: (sc 1, dec) x6 (12)
12. R17: dec x6 (6). Finish stuffing, FO leaving long tail for sewing neck to body.

Body (make 1)

Use MC. Work in continuous rounds. Option: join directly to head with invisible join, or make separately and sew.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. R2: inc x6 (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) x6 (30)
6. R6-R11: sc 30 (6 rounds)
7. R12: (sc 3, dec) x6 (24)
8. R13: (sc 2, dec) x6 (18) — flatten slightly, stuff lightly.
9. R14: (sc 1, dec) x6 (12)
10. R15: dec x6 (6). FO leaving long tail for sewing to head. Ensure body is firmly stuffed but keep neck area slightly narrower for a natural join.

Ears (make 2)

Use MC for outside, switch to contrast color (CC) for inner ear if desired. Work flat in rows, FO and seam to top of head.

1. Ch 8.
2. Row1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (7). Turn.
3. Row2: ch1, sc across 7. Turn.
4. Row3: ch1, dec, sc 3, dec (5). Turn.
5. Row4: ch1, sc across 5. Turn.
6. Row5: ch1, dec, sc 1, dec (3). Turn.
7. Row6: ch1, sc across 3. FO leaving a tail for sewing. Fold slightly lengthwise and seam base with whipstitch to form ear shape. Attach to head centered on top, about 2 sts back from R1 of head top and spaced approx 6-7 sts apart. Adjust placement to taste.

Arms (make 2)

Use MC. Worked in the round. Light stuffing only—leave top opening unstuffed so arm can be sewn flat to body for a hugging pose.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. R2: inc x6 (12)
3. R3-R9: sc 12 (7 rounds)
4. R10: (sc 4, dec) x2 (10) — stuff lightly around rows 6-8.
5. R11-R12: sc 10. FO leaving tail to sew. Flatten top and sew to body sides at R7-R9 level so arms sit forward enough to hold the carrot.

Legs (make 2)

Use MC. Work in continuous rounds. Legs are slightly larger than arms so bunny sits nicely.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. R2: inc x6 (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
4. R4-R9: sc 18 (6 rounds)
5. R10: (sc 2, dec) x6 (12) — stuff foot firmly.
6. R11: sc 12 for two rounds. FO leaving tail to sew to bottom front of body so bunny can sit. Place legs about 6 sts apart on body base.

Tail (make 1)

Use MC.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. R2: sc 6. FO leaving tail for sewing. Stitch onto lower back of body.

Carrot (make 1 orange body, 1 green top)

Carrot body: Use orange yarn. Work in continuous rounds to form a tapered cone.

1. R1: MR, 4 sc into ring (4)
2. R2: inc x4 (8)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) x4 (12)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) x4 (16)
5. R5-R6: sc 16 (2 rounds)
6. R7: (sc 2, dec) x4 (12)
7. R8: (sc 1, dec) x4 (8) — stuff carrot firmly but leave top opening for green leaves.
8. R9: dec x4 (4). FO and pull closed, secure tail inside carrot so tip is neat.

Carrot top: Use green yarn.

1. Ch 6, join with sl st to form small ring.
2. Round 1: ch1, 6 sc into ring. (6)
3. Round 2: *ch4, sl st to same st* repeat 6 times to make 6 little leaves. FO leaving long tail to sew to carrot top. Sew green piece onto open carrot top and attach securely to arms or tummy. For a more voluminous top, make 8 leaves by starting ch8.

Face details

• Nose: With darker yarn or embroidery floss, stitch a small triangle centered between eyes on R12 area. Use satin stitch or short straight stitches to form a small triangular nose.
• Mouth: From nose, stitch a short vertical line then two curved lines to make a Y-shaped mouth. Keep stitches small and neat.
• Whiskers: Use a single strand of embroidery floss, anchor at two side points and make 3 whiskers per side. Keep whiskers short for safety or omit for baby-safe versions.

Assembly

1. Weave in ends from each piece but keep long tails for final sewing where indicated.
2. Sew head to body using whipstitch or mattress stitch; position head centered on top of body neck. Use the tail left on both pieces and stitch through both rims evenly; secure and weave tail into body.
3. Sew arms to sides: position so they can meet in front to hold the carrot. Sew through the arm opening into body and secure firmly. If you want a removable carrot, sew one arm to have a small loop or pocket; alternatively sew a small tab on carrot to tuck in between arms.
4. Sew legs to bottom of body spaced approx 6 sts apart so the toy sits upright. Stitch the tail to the lower back.
5. Sew ears to top of head: base of each ear aligns with head rounds indicated in the Ear section. Secure tightly with several passes and weave in tails.
6. Attach carrot between the arms: either sew carrot directly to arms or leave it loose for play. If you secure it, stitch through carrot top into arm undersides so it looks held.

Finishing

• Double-check all seams and weave in leftover yarn tails securely inside the body.
• Trim stray fibers and shape the bunny with your hands—massage stuffing for even distribution.
• Optional: use a small amount of blush or fabric-safe marker to add rosy cheeks.

Sizing & Variations

• To make a larger bunny, use bulkier yarn (chunky) with a 5.0–6.0 mm hook and increase round counts proportionally; expect all pieces to scale up by ~30–50% depending on hook/yarn.
• For a baby-safe toy, embroider eyes and mouth and avoid removable small parts. Use cotton yarn for easy washing.

Troubleshooting

• Gaps between stitches: use a smaller hook to tighten fabric or add a round then decrease accordingly.
• Stuffing lumps: stuff bit by bit and compress while adding; use smaller pieces of stuffing to avoid lumps.
• Head flops forward: add a few rows at the neck to lengthen the neck slightly or add a small internal stitch to anchor head to torso more firmly.

Care

Hand wash cold and reshape while damp. Air dry flat. Avoid tumble drying to maintain shape.

Safety

Not suitable for children under 3 if safety eyes or small parts are used. Secure all attachments with multiple passes and knot ends inside the stuffing. If in doubt, embroider features.

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