Sweet Briar Ribbon-Trench Bunny – Crochet

Sweet Briar Ribbon-Trench Bunny is an elegant, vintage-inspired crochet bunny dressed in a soft trench coat and beret with a rose accent. The set includes a tiny companion pup in a matching coat and beret, plus miniature accessories for a cozy scene. If you like to buy cotton yarn, safety eyes, stuffing, and tiny buttons, you’ll enjoy building this heirloom-style wardrobe.

This design focuses on clean shaping, smooth stitches, and careful placement of small details so the finished dolls look polished and photo-ready. You’ll crochet the bunny in pieces, assemble with neat seams, then add clothing layers that fit snugly without bulk.

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Project Overview

This pattern makes the full set shown: a tall bunny with long floppy ears, a cream dress with a pink ribbon-flower hem, a tan trench coat with lapels, and a tan beret topped with a dusty-rose rosette. You will also make a small pup companion wearing a matching trench and beret, plus a tiny camera and a small mug accessory.

The style is intentionally minimal in the faces, with small black eyes, a tiny stitched nose, and a short mouth line. The clothing is what carries the personality, so the fit and finishing matter as much as the crochet.

Skill Level

• Advanced beginner to intermediate
• Comfortable with crocheting in continuous rounds (amigurumi)
• Basic shaping with increases and decreases
• Simple embroidery for face and tiny floral details
• Seaming and garment construction (lapels, cuffs, and tiny buttons)

Finished Size

• Large bunny: approx. 11–13 in (28–33 cm) tall
• Small pup: approx. 4.5–6 in (11–15 cm) tall
• Mini camera: approx. 1.25–1.75 in (3–4.5 cm) wide
• Mini mug: approx. 1.25 in (3 cm) tall

Materials

• Main yarn for bunny: DK or sport cotton in warm cream/beige
• Dress yarn: matching cream/beige (same as body is fine)
• Trench and beret yarn: DK cotton in tan/light camel
• Rose and ribbon trim: dusty rose (pink) and a touch of green
• Pup yarn: medium brown for body, cream for muzzle and paws, tan for trench/beret
• Camera yarn: gray and charcoal, tiny amount of black
• Mug yarn: cream and tan (for stripes)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Safety eyes: 6–8 mm for bunny, 4–6 mm for pup (or embroider eyes)
• Embroidery floss: brown/charcoal for nose and mouth
• Tiny buttons: 2 small for bunny trench, 4 tiny for pup trench (or stitch faux buttons)
• Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors

Hook and Notions

• 2.5–3.5 mm hook (choose size for tight, dense fabric)
• Optional smaller hook (2.0–2.25 mm) for camera details
• Stitch marker for the first stitch of each round

Gauge

Gauge is not critical, but you must crochet tightly so stuffing does not show through. Your stitches should look compact and smooth, with a clean spiral. If gaps appear, go down a hook size. If the fabric is too stiff, go up slightly.

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in one st)
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• blo = back loop only
• flo = front loop only
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round

Important Shaping Notes

The bunny’s head is slightly oval, with a gentle muzzle bump created by stuffing and embroidery rather than heavy sculpting. The ears are long and hang straight down beside the face. The legs are wide enough to stand, with rounded feet that look like soft shoes when finished.

The trench coat is a key feature. It should hang open in front, showing the dress beneath. The lapels fold outward. The beret sits low and slightly to one side, with a rose on the right front area. Keep seams tidy so the silhouette stays crisp.

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Large Bunny Body

Head (cream/beige)

Crochet the head in continuous rounds. Place the eyes high enough to leave space for the small nose and mouth. The image shows small, calm eyes and a simple stitched face, so avoid oversized features.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) around (30)
6. Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) around (36)
7. Rnd 7: (sc 5, inc) around (42)
8. Rnd 8–15: sc around (42)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 11 and 12, spaced about 10–12 sts apart. If you embroider eyes, mark the spots now. Begin stuffing with small tufts, pushing stuffing outward to keep the face smooth.

1. Rnd 16: (sc 5, dec) around (36)
2. Rnd 17: sc around (36)
3. Rnd 18: (sc 4, dec) around (30)
4. Rnd 19: sc around (30)
5. Rnd 20: (sc 3, dec) around (24)
6. Rnd 21: sc around (24)
7. Rnd 22: (sc 2, dec) around (18)
8. Rnd 23: (sc 1, dec) around (12)
9. Stuff firmly, shape the cheeks with your fingers.
10. Rnd 24: dec around (6)
11. Fasten off, close hole, weave in end.

Facial Features (embroidery)

The nose is a tiny inverted triangle or “Y” style. Keep it small and centered. The mouth is a short line down with two tiny angled lines. The photo shows a gentle, neutral expression.

• Nose placement: about 2–3 rnds below the eye line, centered.
• Use brown/charcoal floss for a delicate look.
• Add a short vertical line down, then two small mouth lines.

Ears (make 2, cream/beige)

The ears are long, flat, and floppy. They hang below the beret brim. Crochet them as long ovals, lightly stuffed only at the base if needed.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4–6: sc around (18)
5. Rnd 7: (sc 4, dec) around (15)
6. Rnd 8–30: sc around (15)
7. Rnd 31: (sc 3, dec) around (12)
8. Rnd 32–34: sc around (12)
9. Flatten ear, sc the opening closed or leave open for sewing.
10. Fasten off with a long tail for attachment.

Do not overstuff. If you want a slight thickness, add a tiny strip of stuffing at the base only. The rest should drape naturally.

Body (cream/beige)

The body is a sturdy oval cylinder. It supports the dress and coat, so stuff firmly. Keep the neck stable so the head does not wobble under the beret.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) around (30)
6. Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) around (36)
7. Rnd 7–16: sc around (36)

Begin stuffing. Shape the belly so it is smooth, not lumpy. The dress will sit over this, so a clean silhouette matters.

1. Rnd 17: (sc 4, dec) around (30)
2. Rnd 18–20: sc around (30)
3. Rnd 21: (sc 3, dec) around (24)
4. Rnd 22–24: sc around (24)
5. Rnd 25: (sc 2, dec) around (18)
6. Rnd 26–27: sc around (18)
7. Stuff firmly, especially near the top.
8. Rnd 28: (sc 1, dec) around (12)
9. Rnd 29: dec around (6)
10. Fasten off, close hole, weave in end.

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Arms (make 2, cream/beige)

The arms are slim tubes with rounded ends. In the image they hang naturally at the sides, partially covered by the trench coat sleeves.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: (sc 1, inc) around (9)
3. Rnd 3–16: sc around (9)
4. Rnd 17: (sc 1, dec) around (6)
5. Rnd 18: sc around (6)
6. Stuff lightly.
7. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Legs (make 2, cream/beige)

The legs are thicker and end in rounded feet. Make them firm so the bunny stands. The feet look like simple shoes with a small button detail in the photo, so we’ll add that later.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Rnd 5–8: sc around (24)
6. Rnd 9: (sc 2, dec) around (18)
7. Rnd 10–18: sc around (18)
8. Stuff firmly, flatten the bottom slightly.
9. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Attach Limbs

Pin legs first. Place them low and slightly forward so the bunny stands evenly. Then attach arms slightly below the neck area, angled gently forward so coat sleeves sit naturally. Use tight whip stitches and check symmetry often.

• Leg spacing: leave about 6–8 stitches between legs at the front.
• Arm placement: about 2–3 rnds below where the head joins.
• Test standing before fully closing seams.

Dress with Ribbon Flower Hem

Dress Base (cream/beige)

The dress is a simple sleeveless A-line shape that reaches to the ankles. The hem has a pink ribbon-flower trim band. Crochet the dress separately and slide it onto the bunny before putting on the trench.

1. Ch 36, join to form a ring (or adjust to fit your bunny’s waist snugly).
2. Rnd 1: sc around (36)
3. Rnd 2: (sc 5, inc) around (42)
4. Rnd 3: sc around (42)
5. Rnd 4: (sc 6, inc) around (48)
6. Rnd 5: sc around (48)
7. Rnd 6: (sc 7, inc) around (54)
8. Rnd 7–18: sc around (54)

Try the dress on the bunny. It should sit smoothly and fall straight, with a gentle flare near the hem. If you need it longer, add more rounds of sc. Keep the fabric neat because the photo shows tidy rows.

Neckline and Armholes

Create a slight shaping at the top so the dress fits under the coat and does not bunch. Keep armholes small and clean.

1. Fold the top edge to find front center.
2. Mark 6 sts for each armhole space.
3. Work one more rnd sc, skipping the marked armhole sts with ch spaces.
4. Next rnd: sc into each st and into ch spaces to smooth.

Pink Ribbon Flower Hem Trim (dusty rose)

The hem shows a row of small, linked ribbon-flower shapes in pink. We will crochet a repeating petal cluster and stitch it along the dress hem.

1. Trim strip: ch 120–150 (enough to go around hem).
2. Row 1: sl st into 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch.
3. Row 2: *(ch 4, sl st into same ch to form a loop petal, sl st in next 2 ch)* repeat along.
4. Fasten off, leave tail.

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Stitch the trim around the dress hem so the petals face outward. Keep the petals evenly spaced. In the photo, the trim sits just above the bottom edge and forms a neat band.

Trench Coat (tan/camel)

Coat Body (worked flat)

The coat is open-front with lapels, long sleeves, and a soft drape. It reaches to about mid-calf on the bunny, leaving the pink trim visible at the bottom. Work the coat in one piece from bottom to shoulders, then add sleeves.

1. Ch 56 (or width to wrap around bunny with an open front gap).
2. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (55)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc across (55)
4. Repeat Row 2 for 22–26 rows.

Check length by holding the panel against the bunny. The coat should fall straight and end above the dress hem so the pink trim can show. Add or remove rows as needed to match the photo proportion.

Shape Front Opening and Neck

Create two front panels and a back section. The opening should be wide enough to show the dress. The lapels will fold outward from the neckline down.

1. Next row: sc 12, leave the next 31 sts as back+second front marker area, sc 12 (split with markers).
2. Work left front panel (12 sts) for 10 rows, then fasten off.
3. Work right front panel (12 sts) for 10 rows, then fasten off.
4. Work back section (31 sts) for 10 rows, then fasten off.

Seam shoulders: join back to each front panel at the top, leaving a center neck opening. The coat neckline should sit just below the bunny’s chin and over the dress top.

Lapels (tan)

The coat has folded lapels. Crochet two triangular lapel pieces and stitch them to the front opening edges so they fold outward naturally.

1. Lapel (make 2): ch 10.
2. Row 1: sc across (9)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, dec, sc to last 2, dec (7)
4. Row 3: ch 1, turn, dec, sc to last 2, dec (5)
5. Row 4: ch 1, turn, dec, sc, dec (3)
6. Row 5: ch 1, turn, dec (1)
7. Fasten off.

Stitch each lapel to the top front opening, angled down toward the chest. Fold slightly and tack the fold so the lapel stays open like the photo.

Sleeves (make 2, tan)

The sleeves are long and slightly loose. They end at the bunny’s wrist area. In the photo, the cuffs look clean and simple, not flared.

1. Ch 18, join for a tube.
2. Rnd 1–14: sc around (18)
3. Rnd 15: (sc 7, dec) twice (16)
4. Rnd 16–18: sc around (16)
5. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Sew sleeves into armholes. Make sure the seam sits under the arm. Slip the coat on and check that sleeves cover the bunny arms similarly on both sides.

Coat Hem and Front Edging

Add a neat border around the front opening, neckline, and hem. This frames the coat and helps it lay flat.

• Join yarn at hem corner, sc evenly around all edges.
• At corners, work 3 sc in one stitch to turn cleanly.
• Do 1–2 rounds depending on how structured you want the edge.

Buttons and Details

The bunny’s coat shows subtle button styling. If you have tiny buttons, sew 2 on one front panel. If not, stitch small French knots in darker tan to mimic buttons. Keep them aligned in a neat vertical line.

• Place buttons at mid-torso height.
• Add tiny stitched pocket lines if desired, but keep subtle.

Coat Floral Pins (tiny roses on lapels)

The coat has small rose-like pins on the lapels. Make 2 tiny roses and stitch one on each lapel. These are small but important for matching the image.

1. Rose (make 2): ch 18 in dusty rose.
2. Row 1: 2 sc in each ch across (34–36 approx.).
3. Roll into a tight spiral, stitch the base securely.
4. Add a small green leaf: ch 6, sc back, fasten off.

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Beret with Rose Accent (tan + dusty rose)

The beret is a soft, round cap that sits low and slightly tilted. The rose sits on the right-front side in the photo. Keep the beret flat, not tall like a beanie.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) around (30)
6. Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) around (36)
7. Rnd 7: (sc 5, inc) around (42)
8. Rnd 8: (sc 6, inc) around (48)
9. Rnd 9: sc around (48)
10. Rnd 10: (sc 6, dec) around (42)
11. Rnd 11: sc around (42)
12. Rnd 12: (sc 5, dec) around (36)
13. Rnd 13: sc around (36)
14. Rnd 14: (sc 4, dec) around (30)
15. Rnd 15: sc around (30)

This creates a wider top that then narrows to fit the head. Try it on the bunny head. If it is loose, do one more decrease round. If it is tight, keep one more round at 30 before decreasing further.

1. Rnd 16: (sc 3, dec) around (24)
2. Rnd 17: sc around (24)
3. Fasten off, weave in end.

Make one larger rose for the beret, matching the photo. Stitch it securely on the front-right area. Add a small green base leaf behind it.

Small Pup Companion

Head (brown with cream muzzle)

The pup has a rounded head with a cream muzzle stripe and floppy ears. The eyes are small and placed close for a cute expression. The nose is a tiny dark triangle. Keep the pup firmly stuffed so it stands.

1. Using brown: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Inc around (12)
3. (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. (sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Sc around for 6 rnds (24)

Switch to cream for the muzzle panel by crocheting a small oval separately and stitching it on, or use surface crochet. The photo shows a cream stripe down the face and muzzle area.

1. Decrease: (sc 2, dec) around (18)
2. Sc around (18)
3. (sc 1, dec) around (12)
4. Stuff firmly.
5. Dec around (6), fasten off and close.

Pup Ears (make 2, brown)

• 6 sc in MR (6)
• Inc around (12)
• Sc around for 6 rnds (12)
• Flatten and sew to sides of head.

Pup Body (brown)

1. 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Inc around (12)
3. (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Sc around for 8 rnds (18)
5. (sc 1, dec) around (12)
6. Stuff firmly.
7. Dec around (6), fasten off and close.

Pup Arms and Legs

Make short limbs so the pup looks stout. Use cream for paws and feet tips if you want the contrast shown.

• Arms (make 2): 6 sc in MR, sc around 6–7 rnds, lightly stuff, sew on.
• Legs (make 2): 6 sc in MR, inc to 9, sc around 7 rnds, stuff firmly, sew on.

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Pup Trench Coat (tan)

The pup coat is a tiny version with double-breasted buttons. Crochet a small flat panel, seam at shoulders, then add sleeves. Add 4 tiny buttons or stitched knots in two columns.

• Ch 24, sc across, work 10–12 rows.
• Split for front panels and back similarly to the large coat but simpler.
• Add a neat border around edges.
• Sew 4 tiny buttons on the front in two rows.

Pup Beret (tan)

The pup wears a small beret similar to the bunny’s but smaller. Keep it shallow so it sits like a cap.

• 6 sc in MR, increase to 30, then decrease to 18.
• Fasten off and weave in.

Mini Camera

The pup holds or wears a tiny camera in the photo. Make a small rectangular body with a round lens. Add a strap if desired. Keep it simple and recognizable.

• Camera body: ch 12, sc back (11), work 6 rows, seam into a rectangle, lightly stuff.
• Lens: 6 sc in MR, inc to 12, sc 1 rnd, fasten off, stitch to front center.
• Details: stitch a tiny button dot on top with black yarn.
• Strap: ch 35–45, stitch to camera sides.

Mini Mug

The mug sits on the table in the scene. It is cream with a tan stripe and a small handle. Keep the mug stiff with tight stitches so it stands upright.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc around (18)
5. Rnd 5: sc around in blo (18) to form the base edge
6. Rnd 6–7: sc around (18)
7. Switch to tan for 1 rnd: sc around (18)
8. Switch back to cream: sc around for 2 rnds
9. Fasten off, weave in.

• Handle: ch 8, sl st back to form a strap, sew to mug side.
• Optional: stuff lightly or insert a small felt circle to keep shape.

Styling and Fit Checks

Before final stitching, dress the bunny fully and adjust the coat opening so it hangs open and shows the dress. The pink hem trim must remain visible. Set the beret slightly tilted. Make sure the rose sits on the front-right side like the photo.

For the pup, align the coat buttons in two neat columns. The beret should sit flat, not tall. Place the camera strap so the camera rests at the front of the coat. These small choices make the scene match the image closely.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew ears to the bunny head low enough to hang under the beret. Attach head to body firmly, adding extra stitches at the neck for stability. Embroider the tiny nose and mouth with short, neat stitches. Check symmetry from the front before tightening ends.

Care Notes

Display away from direct sunlight to protect light yarn colors. Handle the coat lapels and beret gently to keep their shape. If the dolls will be handled often, embroidered eyes are a durable alternative to plastic eyes. Keep tiny accessories stored together.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Bunny face: eyes level, nose centered, mouth small and neat
• Ears: evenly placed and hanging straight
• Dress: smooth fit, pink hem trim evenly attached
• Coat: lapels folded outward, sleeves even length, buttons aligned
• Beret: fits snug, rose securely attached on right front
• Pup: stands upright, coat buttons in two columns, hat sits flat
• Accessories: camera lens centered, mug handle secure

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean with mild soap and a damp cloth, then air dry fully. Avoid soaking structured pieces like berets and coats. Brush lightly with a soft brush to remove dust. Store in a breathable box with tissue support under hats to maintain their shape over time.