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# SNUGGLES THE BUNNY RABBIT
## Beginner-Friendly Knitted Amigurumi Pattern

**Design**: A sweet bunny rabbit knitted in the round with long floppy ears, perfect for cuddling. Finished toy measures approximately 11 inches (28 cm) tall.

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## MATERIALS

**Yarn**: Worsted weight (#4 Medium) yarn in the following amounts:
- Main Color (MC): 150 yards (137 m) - for body, head, arms, legs, ears
- Contrasting Color (CC): 10 yards (9 m) - for inner ears and tail (optional, or use MC throughout)

**Suggested Yarn**: Lion Brand Wool-Ease, Red Heart Super Saver, or similar worsted weight yarn

**Needles**: 
- US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) OR
- US 7 (4.5 mm) 32" circular needle for magic loop method

**Other Supplies**:
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing (approximately 3-4 oz)
- 12 mm safety eyes (2), OR black yarn for embroidering eyes
- Small amount of pink embroidery floss or yarn for nose (optional)
- Scissors

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## GAUGE

18 sts × 24 rounds = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked in the round

**Note**: Exact gauge is not critical for this project, but a tighter gauge is preferable to prevent stuffing from showing through. If your fabric looks loose, go down a needle size.

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## ABBREVIATIONS

- k: knit
- p: purl
- kfb: knit into front and back of stitch (1 stitch increased)
- k2tog: knit 2 stitches together (1 stitch decreased)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd(s): round(s)
- MC: main color
- CC: contrasting color

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## PATTERN NOTES

- All pieces are worked in the round using DPNs or magic loop method.
- When working in the round, all rounds are knit for stockinette stitch (no purling).
- Stitch count is given in [brackets] at the end of each round.
- Stuff pieces firmly but not too tightly as you work, before the opening becomes too small.
- Use stitch markers to mark beginning of round.

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## INSTRUCTIONS

### BODY

**Starting at bottom:**

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 8 sts using preferred method for small circumference. Divide evenly on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beginning of round. [8 sts]

**Rnd 2**: *Kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [16 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 8 × 2 = 16 sts ✓*

**Rnd 3**: Knit all sts. [16 sts]

**Rnd 4**: *K1, kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [24 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 16 + 8 = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnd 5**: Knit all sts. [24 sts]

**Rnd 6**: *K2, kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [32 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 24 + 8 = 32 sts ✓*

**Rnd 7**: Knit all sts. [32 sts]

**Rnd 8**: *K3, kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [40 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 32 + 8 = 40 sts ✓*

**Rnds 9-24**: Knit all sts (16 rounds even). [40 sts]
*Check: 16 rounds × 24 rnds per 4" ÷ 6 = approximately 2.7" body length*

**Rnd 25**: *K3, k2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [32 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 40 - 8 = 32 sts ✓*

**Rnd 26**: Knit all sts. [32 sts]

**Rnd 27**: *K2, k2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [24 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 32 - 8 = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnd 28**: Knit all sts. [24 sts]

**Begin stuffing body firmly with fiberfill.**

**Rnd 29**: *K1, k2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [16 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 24 - 8 = 16 sts ✓*

**Rnd 30**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [8 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 16 - 8 = 8 sts ✓*

**Finish stuffing firmly.** Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 8 sts, pull tight to close. Weave in end securely.

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### HEAD

**Starting at neck:**

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 8 sts. Divide evenly on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round. Place marker. [8 sts]

**Rnd 2**: *Kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [16 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 8 × 2 = 16 sts ✓*

**Rnd 3**: Knit all sts. [16 sts]

**Rnd 4**: *K1, kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [24 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 16 + 8 = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnd 5**: Knit all sts. [24 sts]

**Rnd 6**: *K2, kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [32 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 24 + 8 = 32 sts ✓*

**Rnds 7-16**: Knit all sts (10 rounds even). [32 sts]

**If using safety eyes, insert them now** between rounds 10 and 11, approximately 6 sts apart (about 1.25" apart).

**Rnd 17**: *K2, k2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [24 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 32 - 8 = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnd 18**: Knit all sts. [24 sts]

**Begin stuffing head firmly.**

**Rnd 19**: *K1, k2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [16 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 24 - 8 = 16 sts ✓*

**Rnd 20**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [8 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 16 - 8 = 8 sts ✓*

**Finish stuffing.** Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 8 sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing head to body.

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### ARMS (Make 2)

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 6 sts. Divide on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round. Place marker. [6 sts]

**Rnd 2**: *Kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [12 sts]
*Check: 6 increases made, 6 × 2 = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnds 3-18**: Knit all sts (16 rounds even). [12 sts]
*Check: 16 rounds ≈ 2.7" arm length*

**Rnd 19**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [6 sts]
*Check: 6 decreases made, 12 - 6 = 6 sts ✓*

**Stuff arm lightly** (less stuffing than body/head for more flexibility). Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 6 sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing to body.

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### LEGS (Make 2)

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 8 sts. Divide on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round. Place marker. [8 sts]

**Rnd 2**: *Kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [16 sts]
*Check: 8 increases made, 8 × 2 = 16 sts ✓*

**Rnds 3-20**: Knit all sts (18 rounds even). [16 sts]
*Check: 18 rounds = 3" leg length*

**Rnd 21**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [8 sts]
*Check: 8 decreases made, 16 - 8 = 8 sts ✓*

**Stuff leg firmly.** Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 8 sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing to body.

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### EARS (Make 2)

**Using MC:**

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 8 sts. Divide on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round. Place marker. [8 sts]

**Rnds 2-20**: Knit all sts (19 rounds even). [8 sts]
*Check: 19 rounds ≈ 3.2" ear length*

**Rnd 21**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [4 sts]
*Check: 4 decreases made, 8 - 4 = 4 sts ✓*

**Do not stuff ears** (leave flat for floppy effect). Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 4 sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing to head.

**Optional Inner Ears (Make 2 using CC):**
Work same as ears through Rnd 15 only, then bind off. These will be sewn flat to the front of the MC ears before attaching to head.

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### TAIL

**Using MC (or CC for a fluffy cottontail effect):**

**Rnd 1**: Cast on 6 sts. Divide on DPNs or use magic loop. Join to work in the round. Place marker. [6 sts]

**Rnd 2**: *Kfb* repeat to end of rnd. [12 sts]
*Check: 6 increases made, 6 × 2 = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnds 3-5**: Knit all sts (3 rounds even). [12 sts]

**Rnd 6**: *K2tog* repeat to end of rnd. [6 sts]
*Check: 6 decreases made, 12 - 6 = 6 sts ✓*

**Stuff tail lightly** to create a pompom shape. Cut yarn, leaving 10" tail. Thread tail through remaining 6 sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing to body.

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## FINISHING

### Assembly:

1. **Weave in all loose ends** except those left for seaming.

2. **Attach head to body**: Position head on top of body with seams aligned at back. Using tapestry needle and yarn tail, whip stitch securely around the neck opening. Add a bit more stuffing through the neck if needed before completing the seam.

3. **Attach legs**: Position legs at bottom front of body, approximately 1" apart. Sew securely using whip stitch, making sure bunny can sit upright.

4. **Attach arms**: Position arms on sides of body, approximately 2 rounds down from where head joins body. Sew securely.

5. **Attach ears**: 
   - If making inner ears: Place CC inner ear piece flat against front of MC ear and whip stitch around edges.
   - Position ears on top of head, approximately 4-6 sts apart, angled slightly outward. Fold bottom edge of ear flat and sew across entire bottom opening to head, creating a slight pleat for dimensional effect.

6. **Attach tail**: Position tail at center back of body, approximately at the same level as tops of legs. Sew securely in a circular pattern.

### Face Embroidery (if not using safety eyes):

1. **Eyes**: Using black yarn and tapestry needle, embroider two circles or French knots approximately 6 sts apart, positioned between rounds 10 and 11 of head.

2. **Nose**: Using pink embroidery floss or yarn, embroider a small triangle or upside-down "Y" shape centered below and between the eyes.

3. **Optional**: Add a simple straight stitch down from nose and curved lines for a smile.

### Final Touches:

- Check all seams for security.
- Shape ears by gently bending them.
- Fluff and adjust stuffing if needed.
- Give your bunny a cuddle!

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## CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Hand wash in cool water with mild soap. Roll in towel to remove excess water. Reshape and air dry flat. Do not machine wash or dry.

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## DESIGN NOTES

- For a larger bunny, use bulky weight yarn and US 9 (5.5