Crochet Bunny Rabbit in Skirt Amigurumi
How adorable is a Crochet Bunny Rabbit in a cute little skirt! Amigurumi creations are just the sweetest, and this bunny with its stylish skirt is sure to steal hearts. The combination of crochet craftsmanship and imaginative designs brings such joy to crafting. It's the kind of project that puts a smile on your face as you work on it, knowing that the end result will be absolutely precious.
Get your yarn and hook ready, because creating this delightful bunny in a skirt is bound to be a fun and rewarding experience!Materials Needed
Yarn: Use medium-weight (#4) yarn (choose colors for the body, arms, legs, and optional skirt).
Hook: Size 4.25 mm to 5 mm.
Safety Eyes: 12 mm eyes.
Stuffing: Fiberfill.
Stitch Marker: Optional, to mark your stitches.
Darning needle: For sewing and embroidery details.
Abbreviations
SC: Single crochet.
Inc: Increase (two single crochets in the same stitch).
Dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together).
Ch: Chain.
Step by Step Guide
Step 1: Make the Arms
First Arm:
Row 1: Start with a magic ring or chain loop. Work 6 SC into the loop. (6 stitches)
Row 2: [2 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 8 stitches.
Rows 3 to 5: SC all the way around (8 stitches per row).
At the end of Row 5, change color to the dress color (if applicable).
Rows 6 to 8: SC all the way around (8 stitches per row).
Add stuffing: Lightly stuff, ensuring the arm isn’t overly firm so it can drape naturally.
Closing: Flatten the arm and work 3 SC across the flattened edge to close. Tie off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Second Arm:
Follow instructions for the first arm.
Step 2: Make the Legs
First Leg:
Row 1: Start with a magic ring or chain loop. Work 6 SC into the loop. (6 stitches)
Row 2: Inc in each stitch around. Total: 12 stitches.
Rows 3 to 6: SC all the way around (12 stitches per row).
Slip Stitch: Slip stitch and tie off, leaving a tail to sew the legs together later.
Second Leg:
Follow instructions for the first leg.
Joining the Legs:
Hold both legs together.
Start SC where the legs meet by working 12 stitches around one leg and then 12 stitches around the other leg. Total: 24 stitches in one row.
Step 3: Build the Body
Row 8: [3 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 30 stitches.
Row 9 to 12: SC all the way around (30 stitches per row).
If adding a skirt: Work the next row in back loops only to leave the front loops free for attaching the skirt later.
Row 13: [3 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 24 stitches.
Row 14: SC all the way around (24 stitches).
Row 15: [2 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 18 stitches.
Attach the Arms:
Using SC, attach each arm to the body at appropriate points by crocheting through both the arm and the torso for secure stitching.
Row 16: SC all the way around. Total: 18 stitches.
Row 17: [1 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 12 stitches.
Step 4: Create the Skirt (Optional)
Attach yarn: Using the loops left from Row 11 (when you crocheted into back loops), begin your skirt.
Row 1: Work increases all the way around. Example: [Inc] repeat around (30 stitches doubled).
Row 2: [1 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: More stitches based on the chosen fullness.
Tie off and tuck ends.
Step 5: Make the Head
Row 1: Start with a magic ring or chain loop. Work 6 SC into the loop. (6 stitches)
Row 2: Inc in each stitch around. Total: 12 stitches.
Row 3: [1 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 18 stitches.
Row 4: [2 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 24 stitches.
Row 5: [3 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 30 stitches.
Rows 6 to 11: SC all the way around. Total: 30 stitches per row.
Row 12: [3 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 24 stitches.
Row 13: [2 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 18 stitches.
Row 14: [1 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 12 stitches.
Row 15: [Dec] repeat around. Total: 6 stitches.
Tie off, leaving tail for sewing.
Add Safety Eyes: Between Rows 7 and 8. Position eyes evenly. Attach backs securely.
Stuff the Head: Add stuffing before closing.
Step 6: Make the Ears (Make 2)
Row 1: Start with a magic ring or chain loop. Work 6 SC into the loop. (6 stitches)
Row 2: [1 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 9 stitches.
Row 3: [2 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 12 stitches.
Row 4: [3 SC, Inc] repeat around. Total: 15 stitches.
Rows 5 to 6: SC all the way around.
Row 7: [3 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 12 stitches.
Rows 8 to 9: SC all the way around.
Row 10: [1 SC, Dec] repeat around. Total: 9 stitches.
Rows 11 to 12: SC all the way around.
Flatten ear, SC evenly across the top to close. Tie off, leave tail for sewing.
Step 7: Final Assembly
Sew ears onto the head, positioning just above the eyes evenly.
Attach head to the body securely, making sure to center it.
Add embroidered details like the nose, mouth, and eyebrows using scraps of yarn.
Step 8: Add a Bow (Optional)
Bow Instructions:
Chain 8.
Work 6 rows of SC inside this chain.
Wrap the center with yarn tightly to create the bow shape.
Attach to head or arm.
Finishing Touches
Check for loose threads.
Shape your bunny by adjusting the stuffing evenly.
Add any extra decorations like buttons, embroidered flowers, etc.