Meet Snapdragon Babydoll Sprinkles Bunny: a soft, heirloom-style knit plush dressed for a sweet day out. This design is ideal if you love shopping for the best DK yarn, a smooth interchangeable knitting needle set, and a fluffy fiberfill that helps toys hold their shape. You’ll also use basic embroidery thread and sturdy notions so the outfit, beret, and tiny accessories stay crisp and photogenic. The look is gentle and pastel, with a leafy lace skirt, a bobble cardigan, and a mini camera bag that makes this bunny feel like a real little traveler.
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Design Overview
This project creates two pieces: a large floppy-eared bunny in a babydoll dress and cardigan, plus a tiny winged companion. The main bunny wears a pink beret with a pom-pom and flower, a mustard bobble cardigan, a cream bodice dress with a pastel leaf-lace skirt, and beige Mary Jane shoes.
Accessories include a crossbody floral strap with a tan “camera” bag and lens detail, plus a small pink macaron-style charm and a tiny floral sachet. The small companion has a tiny beret, a capelet, butterfly wings, and a color-block skirt.
Skill Level
- Adventurous beginner to intermediate
- Seaming and tidy finishing are the biggest keys
- Leaf-lace repeat on the skirt is explained row by row
Finished Size
- Main bunny: about 11–12 in (28–30 cm) tall, standing, using DK yarn and US 3–5 needles
- Small companion: about 4–5 in (10–13 cm) tall
Size varies with yarn, needle choice, and stuffing density. Match the fabric density in the photo by choosing needles slightly smaller than the yarn label suggests, so the stuffing does not show through.
Materials
- DK yarn (or light worsted) in: beige (main), cream, mustard yellow, dusty pink, mint, blush/rose, taupe/tan, and a little purple/gray for wings
- US 3 (3.25 mm) and US 4 (3.5 mm) straight needles or circulars (magic loop is fine)
- Double-pointed needles in similar sizes for small rounds (optional)
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle for seaming
- Stitch markers
- Waste yarn or stitch holders
- Embroidery thread: black for face, pale green for flower center (optional)
- 2 small black buttons or 8–10 mm safety eyes (photo look is simple black eyes)
- 1 small snap or tiny button for cardigan (optional)
- Thin ribbon or faux “floral strap” tape (or knit your own strap)
Recommended Yarn Amounts
- Beige (main bunny): 120–150 g
- Cream (dress bodice): 30–40 g
- Mustard (cardigan): 35–45 g
- Dusty pink (beret + skirt stripe): 20–30 g
- Mint (skirt stripe + hem): 20–30 g
- Taupe/tan (camera bag + shoes accents): 20–30 g
- Scraps (wings, tiny accessories): small amounts
Gauge
Stockinette in the round: about 24 sts x 32 rnds = 4 in (10 cm) on US 3–4, after light blocking. Gauge is not extremely strict, but your fabric should feel firm and plush.
Abbreviations
- k: knit
- p: purl
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd: round
- RS/WS: right side/wrong side
- kfb: knit front and back (increase 1)
- m1L/m1R: make 1 increase left/right
- k2tog: knit two together (decrease 1)
- ssk: slip, slip, knit (decrease 1)
- pm: place marker
- sm: slip marker
- BO: bind off
- CO: cast on
- yo: yarn over
- sl: slip
- psso: pass slipped stitch over
- MB: make bobble (explained below)
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Construction Notes
The bunny is knit mostly in the round for smooth shaping. Arms and legs are worked as small tubes, stuffed, then attached. The head is shaped with increases and decreases and joined to the body by firm seaming.
The outfit is removable if you keep seams neat and avoid tacking clothing to the body. If you want the outfit to stay perfectly posed like the photo, tack the cardigan shoulders and dress waist to the bunny with a few hidden stitches.
Special Techniques
Make Bobble (MB)
Into the next stitch: k1, p1, k1, p1, k1 (5 sts made from 1), turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k2tog twice, k1, psso (back to 1 st). Continue in pattern.
Leaf-Lace Panel (Skirt Motif)
The skirt uses a repeating leaf that looks like the textured “sprinkle” chevrons in the photo. The motif is centered in panels and separated by purl gutters to help the leaves stand out.
If you prefer simpler knitting, you can replace the lace panel with a gentle eyelet chevron. The instructions below keep the leafy look, which matches the photo’s delicate texture.
Main Bunny
Head (Beige, worked in the round)
CO 6 sts. Join in the round. pm for beginning of rnd.
Rnd 1: kfb around. (12)
Rnd 2: k. (12)
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around. (18)
Rnd 4: k. (18)
Rnd 5: (k2, kfb) around. (24)
Rnd 6: k. (24)
Rnd 7: (k3, kfb) around. (30)
Rnd 8: k. (30)
Rnd 9: (k4, kfb) around. (36)
Rnd 10: k. (36)
Rnd 11: (k5, kfb) around. (42)
Rnd 12: k. (42)
Rnd 13: (k6, kfb) around. (48)
Rnd 14–22: k. (48)
The head in the photo is softly rounded with a gentle muzzle, not a protruding snout. The next rounds add a subtle nose area by placing small increases at the front.
Rnd 23: k20, kfb, k6, kfb, k20. (50)
Rnd 24: k. (50)
Rnd 25: k20, kfb, k8, kfb, k20. (52)
Rnd 26: k. (52)
Rnd 27: k20, kfb, k10, kfb, k20. (54)
Rnd 28–30: k. (54)
Eye placement: mark the center front between the two increase points. Place eyes about 8–9 sts apart, and about 8 rnds above the muzzle area. For the photo look, use small black buttons or safety eyes.
Begin decreases:
Rnd 31: (k7, k2tog) around. (48)
Rnd 32: k. (48)
Rnd 33: (k6, k2tog) around. (42)
Rnd 34: k. (42)
Rnd 35: (k5, k2tog) around. (36)
Rnd 36: k. (36)
Rnd 37: (k4, k2tog) around. (30)
Rnd 38: k. (30)
Stuff firmly, shaping a smooth sphere with a slightly flatter face. Continue decreasing.
Rnd 39: (k3, k2tog) around. (24)
Rnd 40: k. (24)
Rnd 41: (k2, k2tog) around. (18)
Rnd 42: k. (18)
Rnd 43: (k1, k2tog) around. (12)
Rnd 44: k2tog around. (6)
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight, and weave in.
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Ears (Make 2, Beige, worked flat then seamed)
The photo shows long, floppy ears that hang below the chin. Knit them longer rather than wider, and keep the fabric smooth.
CO 14 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k.
Row 2 (WS): p.
Row 3: k1, kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1. (16)
Row 4: p.
Row 5: k1, kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1. (18)
Row 6: p.
Row 7: k.
Row 8: p.
Work straight in stockinette for length:
Rows 9–60: Row 9 (RS) k, Row 10 (WS) p, repeat. Keep edges tidy.
Taper the tip slightly:
Row 61 (RS): k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (16)
Row 62 (WS): p.
Row 63: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (14)
Row 64: p.
Row 65: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (12)
Row 66: p.
Row 67: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (10)
Row 68: p.
Row 69: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (8)
Row 70: p.
Row 71: k2tog, k to last 2, k2tog. (6)
Row 72: p.
BO remaining 6 sts.
Fold ear lengthwise with RS facing, seam from tip to base, leaving base open. Turn RS out. Do not stuff; the photo ears are softly floppy.
Body (Beige, worked in the round)
CO 6 sts, join in the round. pm.
Rnd 1: kfb around. (12)
Rnd 2: k. (12)
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around. (18)
Rnd 4: k. (18)
Rnd 5: (k2, kfb) around. (24)
Rnd 6: k. (24)
Rnd 7: (k3, kfb) around. (30)
Rnd 8: k. (30)
Rnd 9: (k4, kfb) around. (36)
Rnd 10: k. (36)
Rnd 11: (k5, kfb) around. (42)
Rnd 12–18: k. (42)
The torso in the photo is slim with a gentle belly, not round and chubby. Add just one more increase set, then work straight.
Rnd 19: (k6, kfb) around. (48)
Rnd 20–34: k. (48)
Create a subtle neck shaping so the head sits nicely:
Rnd 35: (k6, k2tog) around. (42)
Rnd 36: k. (42)
Rnd 37: (k5, k2tog) around. (36)
Rnd 38–40: k. (36)
Stuff firmly, focusing on a smooth, upright body. BO loosely or leave live stitches for joining. For a strong neck seam, BO now and sew head on later.
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Arms (Make 2, Beige, worked in the round)
CO 18 sts, join in the round. pm.
Rnd 1–6: k. (18)
Create a gentle wrist taper:
Rnd 7: (k7, k2tog) twice. (16)
Rnd 8–22: k. (16)
Stuff lightly, keeping hands soft. Flatten opening and BO through both layers for a neat seam, or BO normally and seam later. Set aside.
Legs (Make 2, Beige, worked in the round)
CO 24 sts, join in the round. pm.
Rnd 1–6: k. (24)
Shape an ankle so shoes fit cleanly:
Rnd 7: (k10, k2tog) twice. (22)
Rnd 8–18: k. (22)
Stuff firmly at the foot and lower leg, lighter at the top. Flatten opening. BO through both layers for a flat top that sits under the dress.
Tail (Beige)
CO 6 sts, join in the round.
Rnd 1: kfb around. (12)
Rnd 2: k.
Rnd 3: (k1, kfb) around. (18)
Rnd 4–6: k.
Rnd 7: (k1, k2tog) around. (12)
Stuff lightly.
Rnd 8: k2tog around. (6)
Cut yarn, draw tight, weave in.
Outfit: Babydoll Dress
Dress Bodice (Cream, worked flat)
The photo shows a simple, smooth bodice with a gentle waist seam. Knit flat for easy dressing, then seam the back. You can add a small back opening if you prefer, but the photo look is seamless and tidy.
CO 44 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k.
Row 2 (WS): p.
Rows 3–18: work stockinette (RS k, WS p).
Shape armholes slightly:
Row 19 (RS): BO 2, k to end. (42)
Row 20 (WS): BO 2, p to end. (40)
Row 21 (RS): k.
Row 22 (WS): p.
Create a gentle neckline curve:
Row 23 (RS): k14, BO 12, k14.
Work each side separately for 6 rows, keeping stockinette. BO remaining shoulder sts. Seam shoulders.
Pick up around armholes and knit 4 rnds of stockinette, then BO. Pick up neckline and knit 3 rnds, BO. Keep edges clean and not ruffled.
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Skirt (Cream into Mint and Pink, worked in the round)
The skirt in the photo has a leafy lace texture and soft color bands. Attach the skirt to the bodice by picking up stitches along the bodice lower edge, then knit downward.
With RS facing, pick up 60 sts evenly along bodice bottom. Join in the round. pm.
Work 4 rnds in cream, stockinette (all k) to set the waist.
Increase for skirt flare:
Rnd 5: (k4, kfb) around. (72)
Rnd 6: k.
Rnd 7: (k5, kfb) around. (84)
Rnd 8: k.
Set up lace panels. Divide into 6 panels of 14 sts with a 0-st gap by using purl “gutters” inside the panel. Each panel is: p2, Leaf 10 sts, p2. Total 14 sts per panel, 6 panels = 84 sts.
Panel instruction: p2, then work Leaf over 10 sts, then p2. Repeat around.
Leaf Motif (10 sts wide, repeated in each panel)
Work these rounds in the round. Purl the p2 gutters on every round as established. Only the 10 center sts change.
Leaf Rnd A: k1, yo, k3, ssk, k1, k2tog, k3, yo, k1 (12 sts temporarily, balanced by paired decreases next rounds).
Leaf Rnd B: k all Leaf sts (work yo as knit).
Leaf Rnd C: k1, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, k1.
Leaf Rnd D: k all Leaf sts.
Leaf Rnd E: k1, ssk, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, k2tog, k1.
Leaf Rnd F: k all Leaf sts.
Leaf Rnd G: k1, ssk, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, k1.
Leaf Rnd H: k all Leaf sts.
After Leaf Rnd H, you should be back to 10 Leaf sts. If your stitch count drifts, place markers between panels and count carefully at the end of each motif.
Work the skirt bands to match the photo:
- Band 1: Mint for 16 rnds, repeating Leaf Rnds A–H twice
- Band 2: Blush/Pink for 16 rnds, repeating Leaf Rnds A–H twice
- Band 3: Mint for 16 rnds, repeating Leaf Rnds A–H twice
Add a final soft hem in mint like the photo’s bottom edge:
Hem Rnds: 6 rnds in mint, knit all sts. BO loosely.
Outfit: Mustard Bobble Cardigan
Cardigan Body (Mustard, worked flat)
The cardigan has a short, cozy shape with small bobbles scattered across the front and sleeves. Keep the cardigan slightly cropped so the dress skirt shows clearly, like the photo.
CO 52 sts.
Row 1 (RS): k2, p2 rib across, end k2.
Row 2 (WS): p2, k2 rib across, end p2.
Repeat Rows 1–2 for 6 rows total.
Switch to stockinette with a tidy garter edge:
Row 7 (RS): k3, knit to last 3, k3.
Row 8 (WS): k3, p to last 3, k3.
Place bobbles on RS rows. For a balanced look, add 6 bobbles across the body, avoiding the last 3 sts at each edge.
Row 9 (RS): k6, MB, k6, MB, k6, MB, k6, MB, k6, MB, k6, MB, k to last 3, k3.
Row 10 (WS): k3, p to last 3, k3.
Work 8 rows even, then repeat bobble row once more:
Rows 11–18: continue as Rows 7–8.
Row 19 (RS): repeat bobble placement as Row 9.
Row 20 (WS): work as Row 10.
Shape armholes:
Row 21 (RS): BO 3, k to end. (49)
Row 22 (WS): BO 3, work to end. (46)
Work 10 rows even in stockinette with garter edges. BO.
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Cardigan Sleeves (Make 2, Mustard, worked in the round)
CO 22 sts, join in the round. pm.
Rnd 1–6: k2, p2 rib around.
Rnd 7–10: knit all.
Add bobbles around the sleeve for the “sprinkles” look:
Rnd 11: k4, MB, k4, MB, k4, MB, k4, MB, k2. (keep count steady)
Rnd 12–18: knit all.
Increase gently so sleeves are not tight:
Rnd 19: (k10, kfb) twice. (24)
Rnd 20–28: knit all.
BO loosely.
Seam sleeves into armholes. Add a small front closure if desired, but keep it subtle so the cardigan hangs open like the photo.
Beret with Pom-Pom and Flower
Beret (Dusty Pink, worked in the round)
The hat in the photo is a soft beret that slouches slightly to one side. Knit it with a firm rib band so it sits snugly on the bunny’s head.
CO 60 sts, join in the round. pm.
Rnd 1–10: (k2, p2) rib around.
Rnd 11: knit all.
Increase to create the beret flare:
Rnd 12: (k4, kfb) around. (72)
Rnd 13: knit all.
Rnd 14: (k5, kfb) around. (84)
Rnd 15–24: knit all.
Decrease to crown:
Rnd 25: (k12, k2tog) around. (78)
Rnd 26: knit all.
Rnd 27: (k11, k2tog) around. (72)
Rnd 28: knit all.
Rnd 29: (k10, k2tog) around. (66)
Rnd 30: knit all.
Rnd 31: (k9, k2tog) around. (60)
Rnd 32: knit all.
Rnd 33: (k8, k2tog) around. (54)
Rnd 34: (k7, k2tog) around. (48)
Rnd 35: (k6, k2tog) around. (42)
Rnd 36: (k5, k2tog) around. (36)
Rnd 37: (k4, k2tog) around. (30)
Rnd 38: (k3, k2tog) around. (24)
Rnd 39: (k2, k2tog) around. (18)
Rnd 40: (k1, k2tog) around. (12)
Rnd 41: k2tog around. (6)
Cut yarn, draw tight, weave in. Add a small pom-pom on the top, matching the photo’s soft dot.
Flower Appliqué (Dusty Pink + tiny green center)
Make a small 5-petal flower to attach near the beret brim. Knit i-cord petals or use a simple knit strip flower.
Simple knit strip flower:
CO 30 sts. Knit 4 rows. BO.
Thread yarn through one long edge, gather into a ruffle, spiral into a flower, and stitch in place. Add a tiny green embroidered knot in the center.
Mary Jane Shoes (Beige/Tan)
The shoes are rounded with a scalloped edge detail like the photo. Knit two shoes, then stitch a thin strap across the top.
Sole (Beige, worked flat)
CO 10 sts.
Row 1: k.
Row 2: p.
Row 3: k1, kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1. (12)
Row 4: p.
Row 5: k1, kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1. (14)
Row 6: p.
Rows 7–10: stockinette.
Row 11: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (12)
Row 12: p.
Row 13: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (10)
Row 14: p.
BO.
Upper (Beige, picked up)
Pick up sts evenly around sole edge, about 30–34 sts. Join in the round. Knit 4 rnds.
Shape toe:
Rnd 5: (k3, k2tog) around. Knit next rnd.
Repeat decrease rnd once more. Knit 2 rnds even.
Create a scalloped cuff edge:
Rnd: (k2, yo, k2tog) around for a tiny eyelet scallop effect. Knit 2 rnds. BO.
Make a strap: CO 6 sts, knit 12 rows, BO. Stitch strap across the top and secure at sides. Repeat for second shoe.
Camera Bag and Crossbody Strap
Bag Body (Tan, worked in the round)
CO 24 sts, join in the round. Knit 10 rnds.
Make a flap:
Work half the sts flat for 8 rows in stockinette. BO. Fold flap down.
Add a tiny lens circle in gray or cream:
CO 6 sts, join, kfb around (12), knit 1 rnd, k2tog around (6). Stitch to the bag front, then add a tiny embroidered “lens ring.”
Strap
Use a narrow floral ribbon to match the photo, or knit a strap:
CO 3 sts. Knit every row for 60–70 rows. BO. Stitch ends to the bag sides so it sits crossbody.
Small Accessories: Macaron Charm and Floral Sachet
Macaron Charm (Dusty Pink, two tiny circles)
Circle 1: CO 6, join, kfb around (12), knit 2 rnds, k2tog around (6), cut yarn and draw tight.
Circle 2: repeat Circle 1.
Stitch circles together with a thin strip of cream yarn between as the “filling.” Attach to the bunny’s hand or bag as in the photo.
Floral Sachet (Cream with tiny pink specks)
CO 10 sts. Knit 10 rows in stockinette, then BO.
Fold into a small pouch, seam two sides, lightly stuff, seam closed. Add a few tiny pink duplicate stitches to suggest a floral print.
Small Winged Companion
Companion Head (Beige, in the round)
CO 6, join. kfb around (12). Knit 2 rnds.
(k1, kfb) around (18). Knit 4 rnds.
(k1, k2tog) around (12). Stuff lightly.
k2tog around (6). Draw tight. Weave in.
Companion Body (Cream, in the round)
CO 6, join. kfb around (12). Knit 2 rnds.
(k1, kfb) around (18). Knit 6 rnds.
Change to blush for 4 rnds, then mint for 4 rnds to echo the main skirt colors.
Decrease: (k1, k2tog) around (12). Stuff lightly. k2tog around (6). Draw tight.
Companion Ears (2, Beige, flat)
CO 6 sts. Work stockinette for 14 rows. BO. Fold lengthwise and seam. Keep small and floppy.
Wings (2, Purple/Gray, flat)
CO 10 sts. Row 1: k. Row 2: p.
Row 3: k1, kfb, k to last 2, kfb, k1. (12)
Row 4: p.
Rows 5–10: stockinette.
Row 11: k1, ssk, k to last 3, k2tog, k1. (10)
Row 12: p.
Row 13: k2tog, k to last 2, k2tog. (8)
Row 14: p.
BO. Add a few pale stitches as wing “dots,” then stitch wings to the companion’s back.
Capelet (Mustard, flat)
CO 18 sts. Knit 2 rows.
Row 3 (RS): (k2, kfb) across. (27)
Row 4 (WS): p.
Rows 5–8: stockinette.
BO. Gather lightly at the neck and stitch a tiny bow tie in mustard yarn.
Tiny Beret (Dusty Pink, in the round)
CO 30 sts, join. (k2, p2) rib 6 rnds. Knit 6 rnds.
Decrease: (k3, k2tog) around. Knit 1 rnd. (k2, k2tog) around. (k1, k2tog) around. k2tog around. Draw tight.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Pin ears to the head first. Place them low on the sides so they droop forward like the photo. Stitch securely with small backstitches along the ear base, then hide ends inside the head.
Sew arms to the body at shoulder height, angled slightly forward. Attach legs centered at the bottom so the bunny stands steadily. Stitch the tail high on the back so it peeks under the cardigan hem.
For the face, embroider a tiny “Y” style nose and mouth. Use black thread and keep the lines short and delicate. Add minimal blush only if desired; the photo look is clean and neutral.
Care Notes
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap.
- Air dry fully before storing.
- Avoid soaking the stuffed body to keep shaping crisp.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Fabric is tight enough that stuffing does not show.
- Ears are long and floppy, placed low on the head.
- Cardigan sits cropped and open, bobbles visible.
- Skirt shows three pastel leaf-lace bands and a mint hem.
- Beret has a flower on the side and a small pom-pom on top.
- Camera bag sits crossbody with a visible “lens” circle.
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
For long-term display, keep the bunny away from direct sun to prevent fading, especially the pink and mint tones. Store in a breathable cotton bag, not plastic, to reduce moisture buildup. If dust collects, use a soft makeup brush or lint-free cloth to gently lift it from the bobbles and lace texture.
If the dress wrinkles, lightly steam from a distance and reshape with your fingers. Never press hard with a hot iron. For repairs, keep a small bundle of the original yarn colors so you can re-stitch bobbles, refresh embroidery, or reinforce straps without visible mismatch.
