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# Realistic White Rabbit Amigurumi

A charming white rabbit worked in simple pieces and assembled together. Perfect for beginners learning amigurumi techniques! This bunny features distinctive long ears and a fluffy tail.

**Finished Size**: Approximately 4-5 inches (10-13 cm) tall when seated

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## Materials

**Yarn:**
- Worsted weight (4) yarn in White (approximately 80 yards)
- Small amount of Pink worsted weight for inner ears and nose
- Optional: Small amount of Black for embroidered details

**Suggested Yarn:** Any worsted weight acrylic or cotton (Red Heart Super Saver, Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK)

**Hook:** US E-4 (3.5mm) crochet hook

**Other Supplies:**
- Fiberfill stuffing (polyester)
- Yarn needle for weaving and assembly
- Stitch marker
- Two 9mm black safety eyes
- Scissors
- Pins (for positioning pieces during assembly)

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## Gauge & Notes

**Gauge:** Approximately 5 sts = 1 inch in single crochet (worked tightly)
*Gauge is not critical for this project, but working tightly creates a neater amigurumi surface and prevents stuffing from showing through.*

**Pattern Notes:**
- Work in continuous spiral rounds unless otherwise noted; do not join rounds
- Use stitch marker to track beginning of rounds
- Stuff pieces firmly as you go for best results
- All pieces are worked in White unless specified

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## Abbreviations

- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = invisible decrease (insert hook through front loops of next 2 sts, yarn over, pull through both loops, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- rnd(s) = round(s)
- [ ] = total stitch count at end of round

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## Pattern Instructions

### HEAD (make 1 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]
*Math check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 18 sts ✓*

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 3 sts = 24 sts ✓*

Rnds 5-9: sc around [24]
*5 rounds of even stitches*

**Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8, approximately 6 stitches apart.**

Rnd 10: (2 sc, dec) around [18]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 3 sts = 18 sts ✓*

**Begin stuffing head firmly.**

Rnd 11: (sc, dec) around [12]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 12: dec around [6]
*Math check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail. Use yarn needle to close remaining hole. Weave in end.

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### BODY (make 1 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]
*Math check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 18 sts ✓*

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 3 sts = 24 sts ✓*

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around [30]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 4 sts = 30 sts ✓*

Rnds 6-12: sc around [30]
*7 rounds of even stitches*

**Begin stuffing body.**

Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) around [24]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 4 sts = 24 sts ✓*

Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) around [18]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 3 sts = 18 sts ✓*

**Stuff body firmly.**

Rnd 15: (sc, dec) around [12]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 16: dec around [6]
*Math check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Use yarn needle to close remaining hole.

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### EARS (make 2 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: (sc, inc) around [9]
*Math check: 3 repeats × 2 sts = 9 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) around [12]
*Math check: 3 repeats × 3 sts = 12 sts ✓*

Rnds 4-18: sc around [12]
*15 rounds of even stitches creates long ear*

Rnd 19: (2 sc, dec) around [9]
*Math check: 3 repeats × 3 sts = 9 sts ✓*

Rnd 20: sc around [9]

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. **Do not stuff ears.** Flatten ear and pinch closed at base.

**Inner Ear Detail (optional):**
With Pink yarn and yarn needle, embroider a long oval shape down the center of each ear using chain stitch or satin stitch.

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### ARMS (make 2 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: (sc, inc) around [9]
*Math check: 3 repeats × 2 sts = 9 sts ✓*

Rnds 3-10: sc around [9]
*8 rounds of even stitches*

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Stuff arms lightly (not too firm, so they can bend).

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### LEGS (make 2 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]
*Math check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [15]
*Math check: 6 repeats, but need 15... recalculate: (2 sc, inc) × 5 = 15 sts ✓*

Actually: (2 sc, inc) around, repeat 5 times [15]
*Math check: 5 repeats × 3 sts = 15 sts ✓*

Rnds 4-5: sc around [15]

Rnd 6: (3 sc, dec) around [12]
*Math check: 3 repeats × 4 sts = 12 sts ✓*

Rnds 7-11: sc around [12]
*5 rounds of even stitches*

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Stuff legs firmly.

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### TAIL (make 1 in White)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]
*Math check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 18 sts ✓*

Rnd 4: sc around [18]

Rnd 5: (sc, dec) around [12]
*Math check: 6 repeats × 2 sts = 12 sts ✓*

**Stuff tail lightly.**

Rnd 6: dec around [6]
*Math check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Close remaining hole. The tail should be a small, fluffy pom-pom shape.

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## Assembly

**Assembly order is important for best results!**

1. **Attach Head to Body:**
   - Position head on top of body, centering it over the closed end
   - Pin in place and check from all angles
   - Using the long tail from the body (or fresh white yarn), whip stitch head securely to body all the way around
   - Weave in ends

2. **Attach Ears:**
   - Position ears on top of head, slightly angled outward
   - Place ears behind the eyes (rounds 9-12 of head)
   - Space ears approximately 4-6 stitches apart
   - Sew the flattened base of each ear firmly to the head
   - Ears should stand upright; add a few extra stitches at the back for support if needed

3. **Attach Arms:**
   - Position arms on sides of body at "shoulder" level (approximately rounds 2-4 of body)
   - Arms should angle slightly forward
   - Sew securely all around the opening of each arm

4. **Attach Legs:**
   - Position legs at bottom front of body so rabbit can sit
   - Place legs close together with feet pointing forward
   - Sew securely all around the opening of each leg
   - Rabbit should be able to sit upright independently

5. **Attach Tail:**
   - Position tail at back center of body, near the bottom
   - Sew securely in place
   - Fluff tail slightly with fingers if needed

6. **Add Facial Features:**
   - With Pink yarn, embroider a small triangle nose centered below the eyes (approximately round 8)
   - Optional: Embroider a small Y-shaped mouth below the nose using Black yarn
   - Optional: Add white highlights to safety eyes with white paint or thread

7. **Final Touches:**
   - Weave in all remaining ends
   - Trim any excess yarn
   - Shape ears by gently bending them as desired
   - Give your bunny a final fluff and shape!

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## Customization Ideas

**Size Variations:**
- **Smaller rabbit (3"):** Use DK weight yarn with 3mm hook
- **Larger rabbit (7-8"):** Use bulky weight yarn with 5.5mm hook

**Color Options:**
- Gray rabbit: Use gray yarn for main body
- Brown rabbit: Use tan or brown yarn
- Spotted: Add surface embroidery or felt patches

**Embellishments:**
- Add a ribbon bow around neck
- Embroider flower on ear
- Add felt paw pad details to feet
- Create a carrot accessory using orange cone shape from template

**Expression Changes:**
- Use embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes for softer look
- Add eyebrows with black embroidery
- Create closed/sleepy eyes with curved lines

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## Care Instructions

- Spot clean with damp cloth
- Hand wash gently in cool water if needed (test with small area first)
- Air dry flat
- Do not machine wash or dry
- Keep away from direct heat sources

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## Troubleshooting

**Stuffing showing through stitches?**
- Work more tightly
- Use smaller hook
- Add another layer of inner fabric

**Pieces won't stay attached?**
- Use more stitches when sewing
- Sew through both pieces multiple times
- Make sure you're catching the stitches, not just yarn surface

**Rabbit won't sit upright?**
- Stuff body more firmly at bottom
- Position legs farther forward
- Add weight to bottom (dry beans in sealed bag before stuffing)

**Ears won't stand up?**
- Add a few more stitches at back of ear to body connection
- Insert a thin wire or pipe cleaner into ear (optional)
- Work ear stitches more tightly

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## Pattern Support

This pattern is designed for beginners learning amigurumi! The simple shapes teach fundamental techniques:
- Magic ring
- Working in the round
- Increasing and decreasing
- Basic assembly

With these skills, you can create countless other amigurumi projects. Practice makes perfect!

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**© Pattern Design 2024. This pattern is for personal use only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern in small quantities, but please credit the designer. Do not reproduce, share, or sell this pattern.**