Crochet Scrap Happy Floppy Ear Bunny

The Crochet Scrap Happy Floppy Ear Bunny is a delightful and whimsical creation that is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. With its floppy ears and charming design, this bunny is a perfect addition to your collection of handmade crafts. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or a beginner looking for a fun project, this bunny is a joy to make and will be cherished for years to come. Get your yarn and hook ready, and let's crochet some happiness together with this adorable bunny!

Skill Level

Easy

Materials

• Crochet hook – J / 6.00 mm or L / 8.00 mm
• Yarn – Bulky (5) or Super Bulky (6) Scrap, assorted spring colors - yarn 6 oz.
• Safety Eyes
• Thin Ribbon – 18 inches long
• Stuffing – Polyfiberfil
• Stitch Marker
• 1 decorative button of choice
• Yarn Needle

Stitches

• Chain (ch)
• Slip Stitch (slst)
• Single Crochet (sc)
• Double Crochet (dc)
• 2 Single Crochets together (2sctog)

Size

• Bulky (5) 12 inches tall
• Super Bulky (6) 14 inches

Notes

• Use 6 mm hook for Bulky (5) yarn
• Use 8 mm hook for Super Bulky (6) yarn
• Body of the Bunny is stitched in continuous rounds

Pattern Instructions

RND 1: Ch5, join in a circle, 10 sc in the circle, (10sc)

Mark the last st of each round with the st. marker.

RND 2: 1 sc in each sc, (20sc)

RND 3: *1 sc in the next sc, 2 sc in the next sc*

Repeat from * to * around (30 sc)

RND 4: *1 sc in the next 4 sc, 2 sc in the next sc*

Repeat from * to around (36 sc)

RND 5: 1 sc in each sc around (36 sc)

RND 6 to 27: Repeat RND 5

Add safety eyes to the face of the bunny

RND 28: *1 sc in the next 4 sc, 2sctog with the next 2 sc*

Repeat from * to * around (30 sc)

RND 29: *1 sc in the next sc, 2sctog with the next 2 sc*

Repeat from * to * around (20 sc)

Stuff the bunny

RND 30: *2sctog with the next 2 sc*

Repeat from * to * around (10 sc)

Tie off, leaving a 12 inch tail of yarn for gathering the bottom closed.

Thread the needle on the tail of yarn and gather the hole closed.

Thread a 12 inch strand of matching yarn onto the needle.

Gather around RND 12 to cinch in the bunny and form the head. Tie securely.

Bunny Ears

RND 1: With C1, Ch30, 2 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc in the next 27 sc, 2 sc in the last ch, turn working down the opposite side of the ch, 2 sc in the 1st sc, 1 sc next 27 sc, 2 sc in the last ch.

Join to the 1st sc, ch 1 (29 + 29 = 58 sc)

RND 2: 1 sc in each sc around, join to the 1st sc with a slst.

Tie off and weave in ends. (58sc)

Gather the center of the ears to form 2 ears and sew in place with needle and matching yarn.

Flower

Ch2, 6 sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, join to the 1st sc, *Ch 6, slst in the next sc*

Repeat from * to * 5 more times for 6 flower petals. Tie off, leaving a 10 inch tail of yarn for sewing on the pot holder.

Sew flowers on as shown in the picture.

Add the decorative button.

Nose: Embroider a cute nose with needle and yarn as shown in the picture.

Tie the 18 inch ribbon around the neck and tie a bow.

Bunny Tail

Make a pom pom for the bunny tail and attach it to the bunny.

The size of the pom pom is up to you.