Jacaranda Lace-Canopy Bunny – Knitting

This knitted bunny set is designed as a soft collectible doll with a jacaranda-inspired palette, delicate lace panels, a textured cloche hat, and charming companion accessories. It has the look of a handmade heirloom toy, boutique nursery décor piece, and gift-shop-quality stuffed bunny all in one. The finished set includes the main bunny, cardigan, blouse, skirt, shoes, tiny fox friend, camera, folded wrap, flower bundle, and stitched name label. The shapes, textures, and proportions are arranged to closely match the photographed sample, making it ideal for knitters who love artisan doll designs and premium handmade gift styling.

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Materials

• Main bunny yarn: DK weight in warm oatmeal beige for head, ears, arms, legs, and body.
• Hat, cardigan, shoes, and light skirt panels: DK weight in soft jacaranda lavender.
• Dark skirt panels: DK weight in deep jacaranda purple.
• Blouse: DK weight in soft cream.
• Fox yarn: DK weight in fox orange, pale peach, dusty lilac, muted teal, and warm brown.
• Camera yarn: DK weight in cocoa brown and black.
• Flower bundle: fingering or light DK in lavender, purple, and leafy green.
• Name label: small scrap of cream yarn and embroidery thread if desired for lettering effect.
• Needles: US 2.5 mm double-pointed needles and US 3.0 mm straight or circular needles for flat and small-circumference work.
• Notions: stitch markers, tapestry needle, small buttons or snaps for optional back closure, toy stuffing, fine black embroidery thread, 2 small black beads or safety eyes for the bunny, 2 tiny black beads for the fox, thin cardboard insert for the camera if desired.

Finished Size

• Main bunny: about 11 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including hat.
• Hat: fitted cloche style, sitting low over the forehead and slightly over the ears.
• Fox friend: about 4 inches tall.
• Camera: about 1 1/2 inches wide.
• Folded wrap: about 2 inches by 1 inch when folded.
• Flower bundle: about 2 inches long.

Gauge

Gauge is less important than firmness, but it matters for proportion. Work tightly enough that stuffing does not show through.

• Main stockinette: 28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches on 3.0 mm needles.
• Small parts: 30 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches on 2.5 mm needles.
• Lace and texture panels: keep fabric even and lightly blocked before assembly.

Color Placement Overview

The visual balance of this set comes from soft repetition. Lavender appears on the hat, cardigan, shoe tops, and part of the skirt. Dark jacaranda purple anchors the center skirt panel and side panels.

The bunny itself remains neutral in oatmeal beige, letting the outfit read clearly. The cream blouse peeks out only at the chest and upper center. That small light area is important because it separates the cardigan from the skirt.

The fox companion echoes the styling of the main bunny. Its cardigan is peachy brown, its hat is peach, and its skirt uses narrow vertical color panels. This repetition makes the whole tabletop arrangement look intentional.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• K = knit
• P = purl
• St st = stockinette stitch
• Garter = knit every row
• k2tog = knit 2 together
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• yo = yarn over
• M1L / M1R = make one left / right
• pm = place marker
• sm = slip marker
• rep = repeat
• RS / WS = right side / wrong side
• BO = bind off

Construction Notes

• The bunny is made in separate pieces for the cleanest shaping and the closest match to the sample.
• The head is knitted from the nose area upward and seamed at the back.
• The body is a softly rounded pear shape.
• Arms and legs are narrow tubes with gentle tapering.
• Ears are long, flat, lightly stuffed at the base only, and attached behind the hat brim line.
• The cardigan is worked in pieces with integrated cable panels.
• The skirt is worked flat as a wide panel and then seamed, with scalloped lower edging.
• The blouse is simple and mostly hidden, so keep it neat but not bulky.
• The cloche hat is shaped with a rounded crown and rolled brim.

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Main Bunny: Head

Nose Start and Lower Face

Using oatmeal beige and 2.5 mm needles, CO 9 stitches. Work flat.

1. Row 1: Purl.
2. Row 2: Kfb, K7, kfb. 11 stitches.
3. Row 3: Purl.
4. Row 4: Kfb, K9, kfb. 13 stitches.
5. Row 5: Purl.
6. Row 6: K1, M1L, K11, M1R, K1. 15 stitches.
7. Row 7: Purl.
8. Row 8: K1, M1L, K13, M1R, K1. 17 stitches.

Continue in this manner, increasing 2 stitches every RS row until you have 31 stitches. Work 10 rows even in St st, ending with a WS row.

This lower face section should form a softly protruding muzzle. Do not flatten it with harsh blocking. The natural curve helps the finished bunny resemble the photograph.

Upper Head

Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 4th row, 4 times. You will have 39 stitches. Work even for 18 rows.

Place the eyes between rows 18 and 20 of the even section, about 8 stitches apart. If using beads later, mark the positions now with contrasting yarn.

Begin crown shaping:

1. Row 1: K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 stitches, ssk, K1.
2. Row 2: Purl.
3. Repeat these 2 rows until 19 stitches remain.
4. Next RS: K1, k2tog, K13, ssk, K1. 17 stitches.
5. Next WS: Purl.
6. Next RS: K1, k2tog, K11, ssk, K1. 15 stitches.
7. Cut yarn, thread through remaining stitches, draw up firmly.

Make a second identical head piece. Sew together around the curved outer edge, leaving neck edge open. Stuff firmly, shaping the muzzle before closing the back seam fully.

Main Bunny: Head Sculpting

Thread a long length of matching beige yarn. Pass the needle through the sides of the muzzle and gently draw inward to create the vertical nose bridge visible in the sample.

Embroider a small Y-shaped nose and mouth in slightly darker beige or taupe. Keep the nose compact, centered, and softly triangular. The mouth should sit low and neat, with no oversized smile.

If using beads, sew them on now. The expression should be calm and minimal. The sample has small dark eyes, placed symmetrically, with no lashes or pink cheeks.

Main Bunny: Body

Using oatmeal beige and 3.0 mm needles, CO 24 stitches. Work flat.

1. Row 1: Purl.
2. Row 2: K1, M1L, knit to last stitch, M1R, K1. 26 stitches.
3. Row 3: Purl.
4. Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until 40 stitches.

Work 18 rows even in St st. This is the widest tummy area. The body should look plump but not round like a ball.

Shape upper torso:

1. Row 1: K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 stitches, ssk, K1.
2. Row 2: Purl.
3. Repeat these 2 rows until 26 stitches remain.

Work 6 rows even. BO loosely. Make a second identical body piece.

Sew body pieces together, leaving neck and lower openings. Stuff firmly in the belly and slightly less at the top so the head can sit neatly.

Main Bunny: Legs

Make 2 in oatmeal beige using 2.5 mm needles. CO 14 stitches and join carefully for small-circumference knitting, or work flat and seam later.

Work 18 rounds in St st. Increase 2 stitches evenly in the next round. 16 stitches. Work 14 more rounds. Decrease back to 14 stitches. Work 8 rounds.

Stuff lightly through the leg tube as you go, keeping the ankles slim. The legs in the sample are straight and close together, with only a gentle widening near the upper thigh.

Flatten the top of each leg and seam closed. Attach both legs beneath the body, angled slightly forward so the bunny stands in a posed upright display shape.

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Main Bunny: Feet and Shoes Base

The visible shoes are lavender Mary Jane-like slippers without straps. To build the same silhouette, first knit a rounded foot cap extension onto the bottom of each leg.

Pick up 12 stitches across the front lower edge of each leg in lavender. Work short rows:

1. Row 1: Knit.
2. Row 2: Purl.
3. Row 3: K10, turn.
4. Row 4: P8, turn.
5. Row 5: K6, turn.
6. Row 6: P4, turn.
7. Row 7: Knit across all stitches.

Pick up 6 stitches on each side and 8 across the back. Work 6 rounds. Decrease evenly to create a neat rounded toe. Draw closed at the sole, stuff minimally, and sew flat so the bunny can sit or stand supported.

The shoe top should cover the toe and sit low on the foot. Add a final round of I-cord-like edging or firm picked-up knit edging around the opening for the crisp finish shown in the photo.

Main Bunny: Arms

Using oatmeal beige and 2.5 mm needles, CO 14 stitches for each arm. Work 28 rows in St st, shaping gently:

• Increase 1 stitch at each end on Row 7.
• Work 10 rows even.
• Decrease 1 stitch at each end on next RS row.
• Work remaining rows even.

Sew into narrow tubes, stuff lightly, and seam closed at the top. Keep the hands rounded and simple. There are no defined fingers or paw pads in the sample.

Attach arms high on the body, just under the neck line, angled slightly downward. They should hang beside the cardigan opening, reaching roughly to the skirt waist.

Main Bunny: Ears

Using oatmeal beige and 2.5 mm needles, CO 10 stitches for each ear.

1. Row 1: Purl.
2. Row 2: Knit.
3. Work 8 rows in St st.
4. Increase 1 stitch at each end on next RS row. 12 stitches.
5. Work 16 rows even.
6. Decrease 1 stitch at each end on next RS row.
7. Work 12 rows even.
8. Decrease 1 stitch at each end every 4th row 3 times. 6 stitches.
9. Work 4 rows even, then BO.

Make a second identical ear. Fold each lightly lengthwise and seam only the lower 1 inch so the base looks slightly cupped. Leave the rest flat and soft.

Attach the ears to the head sides slightly behind center, low enough that they fall from under the hat brim. In the sample, the ears are long and rest close to the shoulders.

Cream Blouse

The blouse is mostly hidden, so keep it slim and smooth. Using cream yarn and 2.5 mm needles, CO 28 stitches.

Work 6 rows in 1×1 rib. Switch to St st and work 12 rows. Shape armhole edges by BO 2 stitches at the start of the next 2 rows. Work 8 rows even.

Shape neck by working 9 stitches, BO center 6, then finish each side separately. Decrease 1 stitch at neck edge every other row twice. Work to shoulder height and BO.

Make front and back the same, but make the front neckline 2 rows deeper. Seam shoulders and sides. Slip onto the bunny before adding the cardigan.

The visible blouse area should be narrow. Only a slim vertical section appears between the cardigan fronts and above the skirt waistband.

Jacaranda Cardigan

Back

Using soft lavender and 3.0 mm needles, CO 34 stitches. Work 4 rows garter. Then work 28 rows St st, maintaining 2 edge stitches in garter for clean borders if desired.

Shape armholes by BO 2 stitches at the start of the next 2 rows. Continue straight for 12 rows. BO loosely. The cardigan is cropped and ends near the waist.

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Left Front

CO 18 stitches. Work the first 3 stitches in garter for the front band. On remaining stitches, place a cable panel centered over 8 stitches.

Suggested 8-stitch rope cable panel:

• Rows 1, 3, 5, 7: Knit on RS, purl on WS around panel as established.
• Row 9 RS: Slip 4 to cable needle and hold front, K4, then K4 from cable needle.
• Repeat this 9-row sequence.

Work 4 rows garter at lower edge before beginning panel. Continue until front matches back length to underarm. BO 2 stitches at side edge for armhole. Work 12 more rows.

Shape neckline by decreasing 1 stitch at front edge every 4th row 4 times, keeping the garter front band intact. BO remaining shoulder stitches.

Right Front

Work as left front, reversing shaping and cable placement.

Sleeves

CO 22 stitches in lavender. Work 4 rows garter, then St st. Increase 1 stitch at each end every 8th row 3 times. Work to 34 rows total.

BO loosely. Seam sleeves and set into armholes. The sleeves should look softly rounded and slightly cropped, ending around the wrist, not covering the hands.

Cardigan Finishing

Seam shoulders first, then sleeves, then side seams. Lightly steam or wet-block the cable fronts only. Do not flatten the lower garter edge too hard, because the sample has a soft turned finish.

The cardigan fronts should hang open. Do not add visible closures. The front curves gently from the neck toward the waist and sits above the skirt without overlapping too far.

Jacaranda Lace Skirt

This skirt creates much of the photographed look. It has vertical lace sections in pale lavender and tighter textured sections in darker purple, finished with a scalloped hem.

Using 3.0 mm needles, work flat from the lower edge upward. CO 84 stitches in soft lavender.

Hem

Work the following 8-row scallop repeat across the full width, adjusting edge stitches as needed:

1. Row 1 RS: K.
2. Row 2 WS: P.
3. Row 3: K2tog, yo across.
4. Row 4: P.
5. Row 5: K.
6. Row 6: P.
7. Row 7: K.
8. Row 8: P.

After hem is complete, arrange panels as follows:

• 8 stitches dark textured panel
• 14 stitches pale lace panel
• 14 stitches dark textured panel
• 14 stitches pale lace panel
• 14 stitches dark textured panel
• 14 stitches pale lace panel
• 6 stitches dark textured panel

The photo reads as alternating vertical sections with the center darkest panel drawing the eye. Keep the center dark panel slightly wider if needed.

Pale Lace Panel

Over 14 stitches, work this simple leaf lace:

1. Row 1 RS: K1, yo, ssk, K2, yo, k2tog, K2, ssk, yo, K1, K2.
2. Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl.
3. Row 3: K2, yo, ssk, K2, yo, k2tog, K1, ssk, yo, K2, K1.
4. Row 5: K3, yo, ssk, K2, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo, K3.
5. Row 7: K4, yo, ssk, K2, k2tog, yo, K4.
6. Row 9: K3, ssk, yo, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K3.
7. Row 11: K2, ssk, yo, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K2, K1.
8. Row 13: K1, ssk, yo, K2, yo, k2tog, K2, yo, K1, K2.
9. Row 15: Knit.
10. Row 16: Purl.

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Repeat Rows 1 to 16 for the full skirt length.

Dark Textured Panel

Using deep purple, work a tight seeded motif to mimic the tiny dotted texture in the sample:

1. Row 1 RS: K1, P1 across.
2. Row 2 WS: P1, K1 across.
3. Row 3: Repeat Row 1.
4. Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Repeat these 4 rows as needed. Carry yarns neatly at color changes or work individual bobbins for cleaner vertical divisions.

Waist Shaping

Work until skirt measures about 3 3/4 inches from the top of the scallop. On the next RS row, decrease evenly by 12 stitches across. Work 4 rows even. Decrease evenly by 10 stitches across.

Work 6 rows in 1×1 rib in soft lavender. BO in rib. Sew the skirt seam at the back. Gather very slightly if needed and stitch to the bunny body under the cardigan line.

Hat

The hat is a close-fitting cloche with a textured crown and rolled brim. Using lavender and 2.5 mm needles, CO 88 stitches and join for working in the round.

Brim

Work 10 rounds in garter round style by alternating 1 knit round and 1 purl round, or work every round in knit if you prefer a naturally rolling stockinette brim. The sample shows a rounded rolled edge.

Textured Crown

After the brim, work this 8-round texture repeat:

1. Round 1: K2, P2, K2, P2 across.
2. Round 2: Work stitches as they appear.
3. Round 3: K1, 2-stitch left twist, P2, 2-stitch right twist, P1 across as possible.
4. Round 4: Work stitches as they appear.
5. Round 5: K2, P2, K2, P2 across.
6. Round 6: Work stitches as they appear.
7. Round 7: 2-stitch right twist, P2, 2-stitch left twist, P2 across.
8. Round 8: Work stitches as they appear.

Repeat the texture sequence 4 times, or until the hat depth from brim fold reaches about 3 inches.

Crown Shaping

Place markers every 11 stitches. On decrease rounds, k2tog before each marker. Work 1 plain round between the first 4 decrease rounds, then decrease every round until 8 stitches remain. Thread yarn through stitches and draw closed.

Lightly stuff the top with tissue while blocking if needed, but do not leave stuffing inside. The hat should keep a round dome shape and sit low over the forehead.

Main Assembly

1. Sew the head to the body with a ladder stitch, keeping the chin slightly forward.
2. Attach arms level with the upper torso seam line.
3. Attach ears after trying on the hat so placement falls naturally beneath the brim.
4. Dress the bunny in blouse, skirt, cardigan, then add shoes and hat.
5. Tack the clothing in a few hidden places if the set is for display.

The sample has a polished boutique finish. For that reason, hidden tacking stitches are recommended at the shoulders, waist, and shoe openings so nothing shifts out of place.

Fox Friend

Fox Head

Using fox orange and 2.5 mm needles, CO 12 stitches. Work flat, increasing to 24 stitches over 6 RS rows. Work 10 rows even. Decrease to 12 stitches and close.

Make 2 tiny triangular ears separately with 4 stitches, increasing to 8, then decreasing back to 4. Sew at the head top. Add a white or pale peach muzzle insert if desired, and embroider a tiny black nose.

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Fox Body

CO 16 stitches in orange. Increase to 24 stitches. Work 14 rows even. Decrease to 18 stitches at the neck area and BO. Sew, stuff lightly, and attach to the head.

Fox Arms and Legs

Make 2 arms and 2 legs as tiny tubes or flat strips seamed into tubes. Use orange for upper sections and warm brown for lower paws and feet.

Keep the limbs short and slim. The fox stands straight, with a compact silhouette, and reaches only about knee height on the main bunny.

Fox Hat and Cardigan

Knit a miniature cloche hat in peach with a rolled brim. Knit a tiny cardigan in peachy brown with simple stockinette fronts and sleeves.

The fox cardigan does not need full cable detail. A clean smooth fabric is enough, because the piece is very small and reads correctly from color and shape.

Fox Skirt

CO 18 stitches and work narrow vertical sections in dusty lilac, muted teal, cream, and soft gray-lilac. Keep the skirt simple and lightly flared. Add a tiny ribbed waist and stitch around the fox body.

Mini Camera

Using cocoa brown, CO 10 stitches. Work a small rectangle 10 stitches by 16 rows. Make a second piece. Knit a narrow side strip 4 stitches by 24 rows.

Assemble into a tiny box, adding a small black knitted or crocheted circle to the front as the lens. Add a long I-cord strap and tack it to the camera sides.

If you want the camera to hold shape, insert a tiny rectangle of felt or card before closing. Keep it soft-edged, not rigidly square, to match the handcrafted look.

Folded Wrap

Using lavender and 2.5 mm needles, CO 16 stitches. Work 20 rows in St st with 2 edge stitches in garter. BO. Fold into a neat small rectangle and tack once at the back to hold the folded shape.

This piece sits at the front right of the table in the sample. Its plain smooth texture helps balance the more detailed accessories nearby.

Flower Bundle

Use green for six narrow i-cord stems, each about 2 inches long. Make tiny lavender bobbles or French-knot-like knitted buds at one end using purple and soft lavender.

Group the stems together and tie with a pale lavender strand. Add 3 or 4 flat knitted leaves in soft green. Keep the bouquet narrow and slightly loose, like a freshly gathered bundle.

Name Label

Using cream yarn, knit a small rectangle about 12 stitches by 8 rows. Work a narrow border in garter. Embroider or duplicate-stitch the words “Jacaranda Bunny” in purple.

Add a tiny corner accent in lavender and pale blue if desired to echo the sample. The label should look like a miniature stitched patch, not a paper tag.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check that the head sits centered and the ears fall evenly. Adjust the hat so the brim frames the eyes without covering them completely. The cardigan should remain open, showing a slim cream blouse section.

Refine the nose bridge with one more gentle sculpting stitch if needed. Keep the mouth tiny and low. If the eyes feel too wide, move them inward slightly before final knotting.

Arrange the skirt so the pale lace panels are visible from the front and the darkest panel sits in the center. Position shoes flat and even. Style the fox and tabletop accessories after the bunny is fully finished.

Care Notes

• Display pieces should be handled gently, especially the bouquet and camera strap.
• Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the jacaranda shades.
• Store the hat on the bunny or filled lightly with tissue to keep its dome shape.
• If gifting to a child, replace beads with embroidered eyes and secure all small parts firmly.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head: evenly stuffed, calm centered face, neat back seam.
• Ears: same length, attached at matching height.
• Body: stable and slightly weighted at the lower half.
• Skirt: scalloped hem clear and vertical panels aligned.
• Cardigan: front cables matched and open evenly.
• Hat: low cloche fit with soft rolled brim.
• Fox: outfit colors balanced and face embroidered cleanly.
• Accessories: camera, wrap, bouquet, and label all finished and proportionate.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For routine care, use a clean dry brush or a lint roller with very light pressure. Do not tug on lace sections, cable panels, or the flower buds.

If a deeper clean is needed, spot-clean with cool water and a small amount of gentle wool wash. Blot carefully with a towel and reshape while damp. Never twist or wring the knitted fabric.

Lay flat to dry on a towel away from heat. Support the head, hat, and cardigan fronts so they dry in the correct shape. Keep the bouquet and label separate during cleaning if possible.

For long-term storage, wrap the set in acid-free tissue and place it in a breathable cotton bag or archival box. Avoid plastic bins in humid spaces, since trapped moisture can dull fibers and distort shaping.