Jellycat-Style Bashful Bunny

Easy Crochet Amigurumi Plush (Worsted Weight)

A soft, floppy-eared sitting bunny inspired by classic Jellycat plush style. Beginner-friendly construction using only single crochet, increases, and decreases. Finished size: approximately 6–7 inches (15–18 cm) tall when sitting (ears add extra height).

Materials

• Yarn: Worsted weight (category 4), approx. 100–120 yd (90–110 m) main color (MC) — soft cream, beige, gray, or pastel pink recommended for Jellycat look
  Small amount of contrasting yarn or embroidery floss for nose/mouth (pink or brown)
• Hook: US E-4 (3.5 mm) — go down 1–2 sizes from yarn label for tight fabric
• Notions:
  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch marker
  • Pair of 8–10 mm safety eyes (or embroider eyes if preferred for young children)
  • Straight pins for assembly
  • Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec – invisible decrease (sc2tog through front loops)
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rnd(s) – round(s)
• sl st – slip stitch
• BLO – back loop only
• FO – fasten off
• [ ] – stitch count at end of round
• ( ) – work instructions in parentheses as a set
• MR – magic ring (or magic circle)

Gauge

5 sc × 5 rnds = 1 inch (2.5 cm) in continuous sc rounds.
Exact gauge is not critical, but fabric must be dense so stuffing does not show. Adjust hook size if needed.

Notes

• Work in continuous spirals unless stated. Do not join rounds. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round and move it up.
• Stuff firmly as you go, especially head and body, for a plump Jellycat look.
• Invisible decrease keeps the surface smooth.
• Ears are worked flat in rows (or lightly stuffed tubes) so they flop naturally.
• Safety eyes: insert between Rnds 10–11 of head, about 6–7 sts apart, BEFORE closing the head.
• Color: solid MC throughout for classic look; optional blush with soft pink yarn or pastel after assembly.

Pattern Pieces

HEAD (sphere)

With MC:

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12] (6 inc → 6 + 6 = 12 ✓)
• Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. [18] (6 inc → 12 + 6 = 18 ✓)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. [24] (6 inc → 18 + 6 = 24 ✓)
• Rnds 5–11: sc around. [24] (7 rounds even)
• Insert safety eyes between Rnds 10 and 11, spaced 6–7 stitches apart. Embroider nose/mouth now if desired (or after assembly).
• Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) around. [18] (6 dec → 24 − 6 = 18 ✓)
• Stuff head firmly.
• Rnd 13: (sc, dec) around. [12] (6 dec → 18 − 6 = 12 ✓)
• Rnd 14: dec around. [6] (6 dec → 12 − 6 = 6 ✓)
• FO, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end. Set aside.

BODY (oval / elongated sphere)

With MC:

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. [18]
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. [24]
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around. [30] (6 inc → 24 + 6 = 30 ✓)
• Rnds 6–12: sc around. [30] (7 rounds even)
• Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) around. [24] (6 dec → 30 − 6 = 24 ✓)
• Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) around. [18]
• Stuff body firmly, shaping slightly taller than wide.
• Rnd 15: (sc, dec) around. [12]
• Rnd 16: dec around. [6]
• FO, leave long tail for sewing. Close hole as for head. Set aside.

EARS (make 2 — floppy, lightly shaped)

Worked in continuous rounds, lightly stuffed or left soft so they flop.

With MC:

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. [18]
• Rnds 4–14: sc around. [18] (11 rounds even — creates long ear)
• Rnd 15: (sc, dec) around. [12]
• Lightly stuff the lower ⅓ only (or leave unstuffed for maximum flop). Do not overstuff.
• Rnd 16: dec around. [6]
• FO, leave long tail. Flatten the ear and whip-stitch the opening closed flat so the ear is a soft, flat-ish teardrop that drapes. Set aside.

(Optional flatter ear alternative for extra flop: ch 12, sc in 2nd ch and across; work 10–12 rows of sc; FO and sew two identical pieces together around the edge, lightly padding if desired.)

ARMS (make 2 — simple cylinders)

With MC:

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnds 3–8: sc around. [12] (6 rounds even)
• Stuff lightly.
• Rnd 9: (sc, dec) around. [8] (4 dec → 12 − 4 = 8 ✓)
• FO, leave long tail for sewing. Flatten opening slightly. Set aside.

LEGS (make 2 — simple cylinders, slightly longer)

With MC:

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnds 3–10: sc around. [12] (8 rounds even)
• Stuff firmly at the bottom for “foot” weight, more lightly toward top.
• Rnd 11: (sc, dec) around. [8]
• FO, leave long tail. Set aside.

TAIL (small sphere)

With MC (or fluffy yarn if desired):

• Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. [6]
• Rnd 2: inc in each st around. [12]
• Rnd 3: sc around. [12]
• Stuff firmly.
• Rnd 4: dec around. [6]
• FO, leave tail for sewing. Close hole. Set aside.

Assembly

1. Pin first: Place head centered on top of body. Pin ears to top/sides of head (slightly toward back) so they flop outward and down—classic Bashful look. Pin arms to upper sides of body. Pin legs to lower front/sides of body so bunny sits stably. Pin tail to lower back.
2. Sew head to body: Using the body tail (or matching yarn), whip-stitch head securely to body opening/top. Add a tiny extra stuffing at the neck join if needed for a smooth transition.
3. Sew ears: Attach each ear firmly over several stitches on the head so they hang. Stitch through both layers of the flattened ear base.
4. Sew arms: Attach at shoulder height, angled slightly forward.
5. Sew legs: Attach so the bunny sits upright; stitch across the top opening of each leg to the underside/front of body.
6. Sew tail: Center on lower back.
7. Face details (if not done earlier):
   • Nose: small horizontal or inverted triangle of pink/brown yarn or embroidery floss between and just below the eyes (French knot or satin stitch).
   • Mouth: simple “Y” or shallow “U” stitch below nose.
   • Optional: tiny white highlight stitch on each eye for sparkle; soft pink blush on cheeks with colored pencil or pastel (set with fabric spray if used).
8. Weave in all ends securely. Shape the bunny by hand—gently roll head and body for roundness and arrange ears to flop naturally.

Finishing & Care

• Spot clean only; do not machine wash if safety eyes are used.
• For a softer “Jellycat” hand-feel, choose a smooth, slightly fuzzy worsted (or brush lightly with a pet slicker brush after assembly—test on a scrap first).
• Size variations:
  • Larger (8–9"): add one more increase round on head/body (to 30–36 sts) and 2–3 extra even rounds; use bulky yarn + larger hook.
  • Keychain size: stop head/body increases at 18 sts and shorten even rounds; attach a jump ring/keychain finding at the top of the head.

Quick Reference Stitch Counts

Enjoy your soft, huggable Jellycat-style bunny!