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Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern

Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a cuddly rabbit amigurumi worked mostly in single crochet in continuous rounds. The head and body are crocheted as one piece for seamless shaping, and the pattern includes separate pieces for legs, arms, ears and tail. Detailed assembly photos and sewing techniques are included so you can join parts securely and neatly.

Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern features embroidered nose instructions, options for safety eyes or embroidered eyes, and resizing tips by changing yarn/hook. Clear abbreviations and step-by-step photos make it easy to follow.

Why You'll Love This Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple crochet techniques with charming shaping to create a personality-filled bunny. I enjoy the way the head and body are worked as one piece — it gives a smooth, clean silhouette that I find very satisfying. The embroidered nose gives each bunny its own expression, and I often change yarn colors to create a whole family of bunnies. Sharing the step-by-step sewing and closing techniques makes it easier for others to make a professional-looking finished toy.

Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this rabbit by changing yarn colors — try mint ears with a cream body for a fresh look.

I often use thicker yarn and a larger hook to create a chunky, cuddly version that is perfect for toddlers.

For a tiny keychain version use finer yarn and a 2.0 mm hook; reduce stuffing and use embroidered details for safety.

I sometimes embroider eyelashes or freckles to add personality — small changes to face placement create different expressions.

Switch out safety eyes for buttons or painted eyes to match the style you want; remember to use embroidered eyes for toys for small children.

I like to add tiny crocheted accessories like scarves, bows, or a little vest for seasonal variations or gift themes.

If you want a posable bunny, insert thin wire into the limbs before finishing and secure with extra stuffing for structure.

Try gradient or variegated yarn for a subtle color change across the body — it gives a beautifully unique finish.

Play with ear shapes: make them shorter for a chubby bunny or longer and floppier for a more whimsical look.

I often make a whole family at once by changing yarn weight and hook size, creating a set of matching bunnies in different sizes.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Working too loosely will cause gaps that allow stuffing to show through; crochet with a firm, consistent tension to keep the fabric tight and stuffing hidden. ✗ Forgetting to use a stitch marker makes it hard to track the beginning of rounds; place a marker at the start of every round and move it at the end of each round. ✗ Not stuffing gradually leads to uneven shaping and lumps; stuff a little at a time and shape as you go to achieve smooth curves. ✗ Skipping counting after increases or decreases causes incorrect stitch counts and distorted shaping; count stitches regularly, especially after shaping rounds. ✗ Attaching safety eyes too late or too close together can misplace facial features; attach eyes at round 8 and leave the recommended spacing before finishing shaping. ✗ Failing to leave long yarn tails when fastening off makes sewing pieces difficult; leave generous tails for sewing and weaving in to secure seams neatly.

Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet handmade rabbit amigurumi using this clear, photo-assisted pattern. You will crochet the head and body in one piece, then add legs, arms, ears and a little tail. The pattern includes detailed shaping, embroidery for the nose and step-by-step sewing techniques so your bunny sits and looks neat. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a cozy, handmade friend.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Rabbit Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Bonbon classic 100% Acrylic 100g, 200 mt - Color no: 98221 (Light Pink) - approx 100g
  • 02
    Bonbon classic 100% Acrylic 100g, 200 mt - Color no: 98224 (Dark Pink) - approx 100g
  • 03
    Small amounts of contrasting yarn or embroidery thread for nose (purple used in sample)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.0 mm
  • 02
    2 black 8mm safety eyes (you can use buttons, French knot or paint eyes)
  • 03
    Soft stuffing (poly fill, cotton wool etc.)
  • 04
    Purple embroidery thread
  • 05
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Stitch marker
  • 08
    Pins for positioning pieces (optional)

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— Head and Body :

Info :

Head and body with light pink yarn. Head and body crochet from one piece, We start from the top of the head and finish at the bottom of the body.

Round 1 :

magic circle with 6st (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each st (12st)

Round 3 :

1sc then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (18st)

Round 4-6 :

1sc in each st for 3 rows (18st)

Round 7 :

1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (24st)

Round 8 :

1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (30st)

Round 9 :

1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (36st)

Round 10 :

1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (42st)

Round 11-12 :

1sc in each st for 2 rows (42st)

Info :

Attach safety toy eyes round 8 and leaving 8 stitches (count 7 holes) between them.

Round 13 :

1sc in next 5st then sc2tog rep 6 times (36st)

Round 14 :

1sc in next 4st then sc2tog rep 6 times (30st)

Round 15 :

1sc in next 3st then sc2tog rep 6 times (24st)

Round 16 :

1sc in next 2st then sc2tog rep 6 times (18st)

Round 17 :

1sc in each st for 1 row (18st)

Round 18 :

1sc in next 4st then sc2tog rep 3 times (15st)

Round 19 :

1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st rep 5 times (20st)

Round 20 :

1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st rep 4 times (24st)

Info :

Stuff firmly and shape the head.

Round 21 :

1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (30st)

Round 22-28 :

1sc in each st for 7 rows (30st)

Round 29 :

1sc in next 3st then sc2tog rep 6 times (24st)

Round 30 :

1sc in next 2st then sc2tog rep 6 times (18st)

Info :

Stuff firmly and shape the body, add more fiberfill into the neck area if needed.

Round 31 :

1sc in next st then sc2tog rep 6 times (12st)

Round 32 :

1sc in next st then sc2tog rep 4 times (8st)

Info :

Before closing the hole, add a little bit more fiberfill if needed and make sure that the bottom is flat so the bunny can sit.

Round 33 :

sc2tog one time fasten off and use yarn tail to weave in and out of the remaining stitches, pull tight until the hole is completely closed, knot off and hide yarn tail inside the body. (see page 10 how to close a hole)

— Legs :

Info :

Legs make 2 start with dark pink yarn. *The foot is an oval shape, we start with a chain.

Round 1 :

Ch (chain) 6 then 2sc into the second chain from hook, then 1sc next 3st then 4sc in the last chain, Turn and work on the other side, 1sc in the next 3st then 2sc into the last chain (14st) Place the Marker!

Round 2 :

1sc in next st then 2sc next st rep 7 times (21st)

Round 3 :

1sc in each BL (Back loop only) st for 1 row (21st)

Info :

Switch color with light pink yarn.

Round 4 :

1sc in each st for 1 row (21st)

Round 5 :

1sc in next 7st then sc2tog 4 times 1sc in next 6st (17st)

Round 6 :

1sc in next 6st then sc2tog 3 times 1sc in next 5st (14st)

Round 7 :

sc2tog then 1sc in next 10st then sc2tog (12st)

Info :

Stuff and shape the foot, leave the top of the leg free of stuffing.

Round 8 :

sc2tog then 1sc in next 8st then sc2tog (10st)

Round 9-11 :

1sc in each st for 3 rows (10st)

Round 12 :

sc2tog then 1sc in next 6st then sc2tog (8st)

Round 13 :

1sc in each st for 1 row (8st)

Round 14 :

Press the top of the leg together and 1sc through both sides of the leg across the top for one row. fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Arms :

Info :

Arms make 2 with light pink yarn.

Round 1 :

magic circle with 6st (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each st (12st)

Round 3 :

1sc in each st (12st)

Round 4 :

1sc then sc2tog rep 4 times (8st)

Round 5-8 :

1sc in each st for 4 rows (8st)

Info :

Stuff lightly the hand and leave the top off the arm free of stuffing. sl st in the next st fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Ears :

Info :

Ears make 2 with dark pink yarn and 2 with Light pink yarn.

Round 1 :

magic circle with 6st (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each st (12)

Round 3 :

1sc then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (18st)

Round 4 :

1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (24st)

Round 5 :

1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st rep 6 times (30st)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in the ends on the wrong side.

— Crocheting the two pieces together :

Infos :

1. Face the 2 pieces to one another with the wrong side. 2. SC together one stitch of both pieces at a time, all the way around. 3. sl st in the next st fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Fold the ears :

Infos :

1. Fold the ear in half. 2. Sew 4 stitches together. 3. Now sew back to the bottom edge. 4. Finish.

— Tail :

Info :

Tail with light pink yarn.

Round 1 :

magic circle with 6st (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in each st (12st)

Round 3 :

1sc in next st then sc2tog rep 4 times (8st)

Info :

Stuff lightly the tail. sl st in the next st fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— How to Embroider the nose :

Infos :

A. Insert the needle in a hole between stitches some distance away where you want the nose to be. B. Bring the needle to the starting point in the center (row 8) for the embroidering, pull it through and leave a long tail. 2. Make a vertical stitch along 3 stitches in the center line, draw the thread tight, do it twice. 3. Insert the needle horizontal along 2 stitches to form the nose and draw the thread tight. 4. Start embroidering the nose horizontal as showing in the picture until the nose is big enough. 5. Insert the needle and bring it out at the same hole between stitches where you insert the starting thread and pull it through. 6. Knot the two ends together twice. 7. Reinsert the 2 threads into the needle and insert the needle into the same hole where both ends emerge and bring it out in a different point on the head, pull it through and cut them off.

— Now all the parts are ready to be joined :

Info :

Arrange ears, arms, legs and tail around the body as shown in photos before sewing to check placement.

— Sewing the legs :

Infos :

1. Sew the leg across the top of the row. 2. place the legs above row 31, a bit more to the front of the body. 3. Sew the legs to the body, fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body. * See how to sew a flat piece to a closed piece (see page 11).

— Sewing the arms :

Infos :

1. Press both sides of the top arm together and insert the needle through both stitches. 2. Sew the arms just beneath row 19, fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body. *See how to sew a flat piece to a closed piece (see page 11).

— Sewing the ears :

Infos :

Place the ears just beneath row 5, pin the ears to the head, sew in place, fasten and hide yarn tail inside the head. *See how to sew a flat piece to a closed piece (see page 11).

— Sewing the tail :

Infos :

Place the tail at the bottom in the middle, pin the tail to the body, sew in place, fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body. *See how to sew an open piece to a closed piece (see page 10).

— How to close a hole and hide yarn tail inside the piece :

Infos :

1. Cut the yarn, fasten off, leaving a long tail. From the inside of the hole Insert the needle under the front loop only, draw the yarn toward the outside and again next front loop from the inside to the outside, pick up all the remaining stitches. 2. Pull the yarn tail tight until the hole is completely closed and knot. 3. Insert the needle back to the center. 4. Pass the yarn through the piece coming out on a different side through a hole. 5. Cut the yarn tail.

— Sewing an Open Piece to a closed piece :

Infos :

This technique is good for sewing the tail. 1. First stitch, insert the needle in a hole And bring the needle up below the next stitch on the closed piece and draw the yarn through. 2. Insert the needle under both loops together in the open piece and then insert the needle into the hole where the yarn tail emerge out in the closed piece and bring the needle up below the next stitch and draw the yarn through. Do it all the way around. 3. Draw tight after every stitch and make sure the stitches are parallel to one another.

— Sewing a flat piece to a closed piece :

Infos :

This technique is good for sewing the arms, legs and ears. 1. Insert the needle to a hole between stitches and bring the needle up below the next stitch and draw the yarn through. 2. Insert the needle under both loops together in the flat piece and draw the yarn through. 3. Go back to the same hole where the yarn tail emerge out in the closed piece and draw the yarn through tight. 4. Repeat across the top of the flat piece. Note: For this sewing example, I used a contrasting yarn that will be more clear for you to see the technique. For your work used the same yarn you used for the flat piece.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach safety toy eyes at round 8 leaving 8 stitches (count 7 holes) between them and secure the back washers, or use embroidered eyes for children under age 3.
  • Sew the legs across the top of the row and position them slightly forward above round 31 before securing; fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body.
  • Press the top of each leg together and work 1sc through both sides across the top (round 14 of leg) then fasten off and use the long tail to sew the legs to the body.
  • Sew the arms just beneath round 19, pressing both sides of the top arm together and inserting the needle through both stitches; fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body.
  • Place the ears just beneath round 5, fold and sew each ear (sew 4 stitches together then back to the bottom edge) and attach to the head, hiding yarn tails inside the head.
  • Place the tail at the bottom center of the back, pin and sew in place using the open-to-closed sewing method; fasten and hide yarn tail inside the body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous spiral; do not join — you will be told when you need to close rounds with a sl st.
  • 💡Crochet tightly to prevent gaps between the stitches so stuffing does not show through the fabric.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker or piece of yarn to mark the end or the beginning of a round and move the marker at the end of every round.
  • 💡For this bunny project the designer used a 3.0 mm crochet hook; the finished bunny is about 24 cm tall and 9.5 cm wide using the recommended yarn and hook.
  • 💡For children under the age of 3 use embroidered eyes and do not use buttons or small parts.

Thank you for choosing this Rabbit pattern—may your crochet time be joyful and relaxing! 🧶 I hope this little bunny brings warm smiles and handmade charm to your home or gifted hands. 💕 Happy crocheting and enjoy the process of creating your own adorable rabbit! ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 24 cm tall and 9.5 cm wide when using the recommended yarn (Bonbon Classic) and a 3.0 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will change the final size; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and consider using a smaller hook than the yarn label suggests to keep the fabric tight.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate — it assumes you know single crochet, decreases, working in the round, and basic sewing; the pattern includes detailed photos and sewing techniques to help you succeed.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, speed, and how much time you spend on sewing and finishing details.

Are safety eyes required?

The pattern calls for 8mm safety eyes but you can use buttons, French knots, painted eyes or embroidered eyes; for children under 3, embroidered eyes are recommended for safety.