Crochet Rainbow Baby Bunny Lovie Throw Tutorial

The Crochet Rainbow Baby Bunny Lovie Throw is an absolutely adorable and colorful creation that brings joy to both little ones and adults alike. This charming accessory features a delightful bunny design with a vibrant rainbow of colors, making it a truly cheerful and cozy addition to any nursery or playroom.

Perfect for cuddling up or as a lovely decor piece, this lovie throw is sure to bring smiles and warmth wherever it goes. It's a sweet and thoughtful gift for baby showers or birthdays, spreading happiness and comfort all around!

Skill Level

Skill: Easy

Materials

• Hook: H (for the blanket) and F (for Bunny)
• Yarn Needle
• Stitch Marker
• Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn - I used Red Heart Super Saver
• Favorite Stripe and White - 2.5 oz of each Color
• Stuffing for Bunny Head

Stitches

• Chain (ch)
• Slip Stitch (sl st)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• Space (sp)
• Change to (chgto)

Blanket Instructions

Note: Use H - Hook, You are basically making a 6-point granny square.

Ch 3 counts as a dc at the beginning of each round.

Round 1

With Stripes Yarn, ch 5, join in a circle, Ch 3 (counts as a dc), 2 dc, ch 2, *3 dc, ch 2, Repeat from * 5 more times, join to the top of the 1st ch 3 with a sl st, sl st to the next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 2

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the 1st ch 2 space, ch 1, *3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 1 in each ch 2 space around, ch 2, join, sl st to next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 3

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the 1st ch 2 space, ch 1, *3 dc in the next ch 2 space, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space, ch 1, Repeat from * to * around, 3 dc in the last ch 2 space, ch 2, join to the 1st ch 3, sl st to next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 4

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the 1st ch 2 space, ch 1, *3 dc in the next 2 ch 2 spaces, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space, ch 1, Repeat from * to * around, 3 dc in the last ch 2 space, ch 2, join to the 1st ch 3, sl st to next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 5

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the 1st ch 2 space, ch 1, *3 dc in the next 3 ch 2 spaces, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space, ch 1, Repeat from * to * around, 3 dc in the last ch 2 space, ch 2, join to the 1st ch 3, sl st to next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 6

Ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in the 1st ch 2 space, ch 1, *3 dc in the next 4 ch 2 spaces, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each ch 2 space, ch 1, Repeat from * to * around, 3 dc in the last ch 2 space, ch 2, join to the 1st ch 3, sl st to next ch 2 sp (6 points)

Round 7

Change to a solid color yarn, ch 3, 5 dc in the 1st ch 2 sp, 1 dc in each st and ch across to the 1st corner, *6 dc in the next corner st, 1 dc in each st and ch across to the 1st corner*, Repeat from * to * for all sides and corners, join to the 1st ch 3.

Round 8

Change to the 2nd solid yarn, Ch 1, 1 sc in each st around, repeat for all sides and corners, join to the ch 1, tie off and weave in all your ends.

Head Instructions

Note: Use F- hook, With White yarn, we will be working the head in rounds.

Round 1

Ch 2, 6 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, place your st marker, (6 sc)

Round 2

2 sc in each sc, (12 sc)

Round 3

1 sc in the 1st st, 2 sc in the next st, repeat around, (18 sc)

Round 4

1 sc in the 1st 2 sts, 1 sc in the next st, Repeat around (27 sc)

Rounds 5-9

1 sc in each st around, (27 sc)

Round 10

Sc in the 1st 2 sts, sc2tg in the next st, repeat around, (18 sc)

Round 11

Sc in the 1st st, sc2tg, Repeat around, (12 sc)

Stuff the head, but not tightly, I like a soft and huggable head.

Round 12

Sc2tg around, tie off leaving about a 12-inch tail to sew head on the blanket. Embroider on eyes, nose and face with stripe yarn. Place head in the center of the blanket and sew securely in place.

Ears

Make 2:

Note: Use F Hook

Round 1

With Stripe Yarn, Ch 7, 1 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc in the next 4 chs, 2 sc in the last ch, turning working down the opposite side of the ch, 2 sc in the 1st ch, 1 sc in the next 5 chs, ch 1 (does not count as a st) turn

Round 2

Chgto White yarn, 1 sc in 1st 6 sc, 2 sc in the next 2 sts, 1 sc in the last 6 sts, tie off leaving an 8-inch tail. Place an ear on each side of the head, and sew in place.

Paws

Make 2:

Note: Use F- hook, White Yarn

We are stitching continuously, no joining rounds.

Round 1

Ch 2, 4 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, (4 sc)

Round 2

2 sc in each sc, (8 sc)

Rounds 3-7

1 sc in each sc, (8 sc)

tie off after Round 7, leaving a 12-inch tail of yarn. Stuff paw, sew end closed, then place next to the head on the blanket and sew securely. With Stripe yarn, make 2 stitches around the front to form paws.

Making the Yarn Soft

This yarn can be a little scratchy for babies and kids, so here are a few tips on how to make it soft:

1. Wash the lovie on gentle with some fabric softener and dry on gentle.
2. Another option is to wash the lovie on gentle, but add a tsp. of white vinegar, and dry on gentle.
3. You can also try washing the yarn before making the lovie by putting it in a mesh bag, and washing it with some fabric softener, and again drying on gentle.

I personally have not had good results with option 3. Option 1 works best for me, but I do not put it in the dryer.