Sweet Little Bunny Amigurumi (Beginner-Friendly)

Make a cuddly, compact amigurumi bunny with simple shaping, clear round-by-round instructions, and tips for a neat finish. Finished toy approx. 6.5 in / 16.5 cm tall using the materials below. Designed for crocheters comfortable with single crochet, increases and decreases.

Materials

• Yarn: DK / Light Worsted weight. Example: 50 g (1.76 oz) / 120 m (131 yds) per skein. Main color: 50 g; Contrast (inner ears, muzzle): small amount <10 g; Tail and optional outfit: small amounts.
• Hook / Needle sizes: 2.75 mm (approx. US C-2, UK 12) recommended for a firm amigurumi fabric; optional 3.5 mm (approx. US E/4, UK 9) for a slightly looser, squishier finish.
• Safety eyes: 6 mm or 9 mm depending on desired look (or embroider eyes for baby-safe toy). Place at Round indicated in head instructions.
• Polyfill stuffing: small amount. Optional polyester fiberfill measurement: ~50 g.
• Stitch marker, yarn needle, small scissors, pins for assembly, locking stitch marker or scrap yarn to close final opening.
• Embroidery thread for nose/mouth (contrast color) and blunt embroidery needle.

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet (US) / double crochet (UK old)
• inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec = invisible decrease (sc decrease) — close together invisibly
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• MR = magic ring
• FO = fasten off

Gauge & Finished Size

Gauge is not critical for amigurumi but a tight fabric keeps stuffing from showing. With 2.75 mm hook, expect approx. 14 sc x 16 rows = 10 cm square when worked in stockinette; finished bunny approx. 6.5 in / 16.5 cm tall.

Notes

• Work in continuous rounds (spiral) unless indicated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
• When changing colors (inner ear or muzzle), work the last yarn-over of the stitch before the color change with the new color for a clean join.
• Stuff firmly and evenly. Add stuffing gradually and shape as you go.

Pattern: Pieces Overview

• Head — worked from the top down
• Body — worked in one piece attached to the head or worked separately and sewn
• Ears (make 2)
• Arms (make 2)
• Legs (make 2)
• Tail (make 1)

Head (worked in continuous rounds)

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around — 12
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times — 18
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times — 24
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times — 30
6. Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times — 36
7. Rnd 7–12: sc around for 6 rounds — 36 (maintain same count)
8. Place safety eyes between Rnd 8 and Rnd 9 approx. 7–8 sts apart. Mark center between eyes for nose placement.
9. Rnd 13: (sc 4, dec) repeat 6 times — 30
10. Rnd 14: (sc 3, dec) repeat 6 times — 24
11. Rnd 15: (sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times — 18
12. Start stuffing head firmly. Continue stuffing as you close.
13. Rnd 16: (sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times — 12
14. Rnd 17: dec around — 6. FO, leaving a long tail to sew closed tightly if necessary. Use yarn needle to close the hole with a mattress stitch or drawstring of yarn and weave tail into the head.

Body (worked in continuous rounds)

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st — 12
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times — 18
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times — 24
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times — 30
6. Rnd 6–11: sc around for 6 rounds — 30
7. Rnd 12: (sc 3, dec) repeat 6 times — 24
8. Rnd 13–15: sc around for 3 rounds — 24
9. Rnd 16: (sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times — 18
10. Stuff body firmly. Keep a slightly firmer stuffing at the base for stability.
11. Rnd 17: (sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times — 12
12. Rnd 18: dec around — 6. FO leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach body to head by sewing the open edge of head to the top of the body with invisible ladder stitch or whipstitch, aligning center points. Alternatively, join head and body while crocheting by slip-stitching around if you prefer continuous join; pattern written for separate pieces sewn together for clarity.

Ears (make 2)

Working in continuous rounds with main color, change to contrast for inner ear if desired (work last yarn-over with contrast).

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st — 12
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times — 18
4. Rnd 4–7: sc around for 4 rounds — 18
5. Rnd 8: (sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times — 12
6. Rnd 9–12: sc around for 4 rounds — 12
7. Fold ear flat and sc through both layers along the bottom edge across 6–8 sts to close, or FO and sew closed. Attach ears to head symmetrically, about 2–3 sts in from top center and 3–4 sts apart depending on eye placement. Use pins to check placement before sewing.

Arms (make 2)

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc around — 12
3. Rnd 3–7: sc around for 5 rounds — 12
4. Rnd 8: dec around — 6
5. Fasten off leaving a tail for sewing. Place a small amount of stuffing in the top to give a rounded shoulder, but keep arms lightly stuffed so they dangle naturally. Sew arms to body at sides, slightly down from where head attaches.

Legs (make 2)

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc around — 12
3. Rnd 3–5: sc around for 3 rounds — 12
4. Rnd 6: (sc 1, dec) repeat 4 times — 8
5. Rnd 7–10: sc around for 4 rounds — 8
6. Stuff firmly. FO leaving tail to sew. Sew legs to bottom of body, spaced to allow bunny to sit or stand (slightly flat at base if you prefer extra stability). Add a small slip of felt or a few stitches across foot base to flatten so it sits more stably.

Tail

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc — 6
2. Rnd 2: inc around — 12
3. Rnd 3: sc around — 12
4. Rnd 4: dec around — 6. FO leaving tail. Stuff lightly and sew to lower back of body.

Muzzle (optional, small oval)

1. Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6 sc), rotate to work on opposite side of chain: 3 sc, inc in next st, 3 sc — adjust to form a small oval about 6–8 sts total. FO leaving tail for sewing. Sew centered between eyes near lower part of head. Embroider nose and mouth over muzzle or directly on head if you omitted muzzle.

Face Embroidery

• Nose: small triangle or French knot using embroidery thread. Place at center between eyes, about 2–3 rounds below eyes.
• Mouth: small vertical stitch below nose then two short upward stitches for a simple smiling mouth.
• Cheeks: optional tiny blush with fabric-safe pastel or small stitched circles with blush-colored yarn.

Assembly & Finishing

1. Weave in all tails neatly into the body with yarn needle. Hide knots inside the stuffing.
2. Pin pieces to the body/head and check symmetry before sewing. Use small whipstitches or ladder stitch for a neat invisible join.
3. Embroider features before final sewing if that makes placement easier.
4. Use a small dab of craft glue on knots if you like extra security (not necessary for well-tied yarn ends).

Safety Notes

• If the toy is intended for children under 3 years, do not use safety eyes or buttons. Embroider eyes and securely fasten all parts.
• Check seams and fastenings regularly for wear.

Care

Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent, reshape and dry flat. Avoid high heat or tumble drying to preserve shape.

Variations & Ideas

• Make different sizes by changing hook size and yarn weight. Keep fabric tight for small versions.
• Add a little crocheted scarf, a tiny dress or bow for personality. Use contrasting yarn for inner ears and paws.
• Personalize with embroidered initials on the foot or a small heart applique.

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