Nemesia Velvet Keepsake Bunny – Crochet

This elegant bunny is designed as a soft blush-and-cream keepsake with a calm vintage mood. If you love the look of a handmade bunny doll, an heirloom plush rabbit, or a collectible amigurumi gift for nursery decor, this design brings that boutique style into your own crochet work.

The set includes the main bunny, a flower-trim dress, a short cardigan, a tilted hat, tiny shoes, a mini teddy, a small suitcase, a pearl-button purse, a lace-edged handkerchief, and a pastel flower bouquet. It has the charm of a premium crochet bunny gift often searched by shoppers looking for artisan stuffed animals.

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Materials

• Velvet or chenille yarn in warm cream for the bunny, ears, arms, legs, shoes, teddy, and purse
• Velvet or chenille yarn in pale blush pink for the dress, hat, suitcase, and teddy hat
• Small amounts of dusty rose, mauve pink, soft ivory, sage green, and muted taupe for flowers and leaves
• Light cotton yarn in white or very pale blue for the handkerchief cloth
• 2 black safety eyes for the bunny, about 10 mm
• 2 very small black safety eyes or embroidered eyes for the teddy, about 4 to 5 mm
• Black or dark brown embroidery thread for noses and mouth lines
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Crochet hook size 3.0 mm for velvet yarn
• Crochet hook size 2.25 mm to 2.5 mm for cotton yarn and tiny flowers
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• A few tiny pearl beads for decorative centers if desired

Yarn Notes and Visual Style

The image shows a plush, velvety surface with clear but rounded stitches. To match that look, use a soft chenille or velvet yarn that holds shape without becoming stiff. Keep your tension firm enough to hide stuffing, but not so tight that the fabric loses its gentle drape.

The bunny is mainly cream with blush accents. The outfit is delicate, not bright. Stay within dusty pink, faded rose, ivory, and soft sage. This muted palette is important because it gives the entire set its refined, gift-shop look.

Finished Size

• Main bunny: about 11 to 12 inches tall when standing, excluding the hat
• Teddy: about 3 inches tall
• Suitcase: about 2 inches wide
• Purse: about 2 inches wide
• Flower bouquet: about 2 inches across
• Handkerchief: about 2.25 inches square before folding

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = 2 sc in same stitch
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• FLO = front loop only
• BLO = back loop only
• st = stitch
• rnd = round

Construction Overview

The bunny is made from separate pieces for the head, body, arms, legs, and ears. The dress is crocheted as a fitted bodice with a flared skirt. The cardigan, hat, shoes, teddy, purse, suitcase, bouquet, and handkerchief are all separate pieces added afterward.

To preserve the exact silhouette in the image, keep the head slightly larger than the body, the ears long and softly hanging, the torso simple and narrow, and the skirt wide but not overly deep. The accessories should feel neat and scaled like cherished display pieces.

Main Bunny

Head

Work in cream velvet yarn.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Rnd 8: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Rnd 9: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
10. Rnd 10 to 18: sc around. (54)
11. Insert safety eyes between rnds 11 and 12, about 10 stitches apart.
12. Rnd 19: 7 sc, dec around. (48)
13. Rnd 20: 6 sc, dec around. (42)
14. Rnd 21: 5 sc, dec around. (36)
15. Begin stuffing firmly, shaping cheeks gently.
16. Rnd 22: 4 sc, dec around. (30)
17. Rnd 23: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
18. Rnd 24: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
19. Rnd 25: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
20. Rnd 26: dec around. (6)
21. Fasten off and close.

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Embroider a small Y-shaped nose and mouth centered several rounds below the eyes. Use dark brown thread, not black, if you want the softer expression shown in the image. Keep the nose narrow and slightly pointed downward.

Ears Make 2

Work in cream. The ears are long, broad near the top, and softly rounded at the tips. They are not stiff and should hang close to the cheeks.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rnd 5 to 8: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 9: 10 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec. (22)
7. Rnd 10 to 12: sc around. (22)
8. Rnd 13: 9 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec. (20)
9. Rnd 14 to 18: sc around. (20)
10. Flatten lightly and crochet 4 sc through both sides across the opening to shape the top edge.
11. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Do not stuff the ears. If desired, add only a tiny strip of stuffing at the base so the ear roots stay rounded. Sew them to the upper sides of the head, slightly behind the eye line, allowing them to drape naturally downward.

Body

Work in cream. The body is simple and gently pear-shaped so the dress sits smoothly.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Rnd 6 to 10: sc around. (30)
7. Rnd 11: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
8. Rnd 12 to 16: sc around. (24)
9. Rnd 17: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
10. Rnd 18 to 20: sc around. (18)
11. Stuff firmly.
12. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing to the head.

Arms Make 2

Work in cream. The arms are short and slightly tapered, with no visible paw color change.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3 to 5: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 6: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
5. Rnd 7 to 12: sc around. (10)
6. Stuff only the lower half.
7. Flatten opening and sc through both sides for 5 stitches.
8. Leave tail for sewing.

Legs Make 2

Begin at the feet in cream. The legs are sturdy enough for a standing display but will also work as a posed seated bunny if you choose softer stuffing.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc in BLO around. (18)
5. Rnd 5 to 7: sc around. (18)
6. Rnd 8: 4 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 3 sc. (16)
7. Rnd 9 to 10: sc around. (16)
8. Rnd 11: 6 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec. (14)
9. Rnd 12 to 18: sc around. (14)
10. Stuff firmly, especially the foot base.
11. Flatten top opening and crochet 7 sc through both sides.
12. Leave tails for sewing.

Assembly of Bunny Base

Sew the head to the body with the face centered. The neck should look short and almost hidden under the head. Sew the legs low on the body front so the bunny stands with a straight posture. Attach the arms just below the neck line.

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Before closing each join completely, adjust stuffing so the bunny looks balanced from the front. The image shows a symmetrical posture with the head upright, the ears relaxed, and both feet placed evenly under the skirt.

Dress

Bodice

Work in blush pink. The bodice is fitted, sleeveless, and sits under the cardigan. It should end at the natural waist and connect into a softly flared skirt.

1. Ch 24 and join carefully without twisting.
2. Rnd 1 to 4: sc around. (24)
3. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
4. Rnd 6: sc around. (30)
5. Rnd 7: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
6. Rnd 8: sc around. (36)

If your bunny body is slightly wider, increase to 42 stitches before beginning the skirt. The dress should sit neatly, not tightly, and the top edge should rest just under the bunny’s arms.

Skirt

1. Rnd 9: Work in FLO, 5 sc, inc around. (42)
2. Rnd 10: sc around. (42)
3. Rnd 11: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
4. Rnd 12: sc around. (48)
5. Rnd 13: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
6. Rnd 14: sc around. (54)
7. Rnd 15: 8 sc, inc around. (60)
8. Rnd 16: sc around. (60)
9. Rnd 17: 9 sc, inc around. (66)
10. Rnd 18: hdc around. (66)
11. Rnd 19: dc around. (66)
12. Rnd 20: 2 dc in each stitch around for a soft lower flare. (132)
13. Rnd 21: sl st loosely around or work a very soft sc edging if needed.

The skirt in the image is broad and rounded, not frilly. Steam lightly from a distance or shape by hand after dressing the bunny. The finished skirt should form a gentle bell curve rather than sharp ruffles.

Raised Waist Texture

The dress shows subtle horizontal texture. To imitate this, add a narrow surface crochet or slip-stitch line around the waist and one more line midway down the skirt. Keep both lines delicate so the floral garland remains the main decoration.

Floral Garland on Skirt Hem

This floral border is one of the most important visual features. It is made from tiny rosette flowers and puffed blossom shapes in dusty rose, blush, and ivory, separated by small sage leaves.

Mini Rosette Make 6

1. Ch 16.
2. Starting in second ch from hook: 2 hdc in each chain across.
3. Roll the strip into a spiral with the fuller edge outward.
4. Sew the base securely.

Tiny Blossom Make 5

1. In MR work: 1 sc, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st; repeat 5 times.
2. Pull ring closed and fasten off.

Leaves Make 10 to 12

1. Ch 5.
2. Starting in second ch: sl st, sc, hdc, sl st.
3. Fasten off, leaving a short tail.

Arrange the flowers across the front lower hem in an alternating pattern: rose rosette, ivory blossom, pink rosette, ivory blossom, mauve rosette, and so on. Tuck sage leaves between them. Sew only to the front half of the skirt just as shown.

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Cardigan

Work in cream. The cardigan is short, collarless, and open at the front. It has rounded lower front corners and slightly wide sleeves. Keep it neat and fitted so the dress remains visible beneath.

Back and Fronts

1. Ch 28.
2. Row 1: sc across. (27)
3. Row 2 to 4: sc across.
4. Row 5: 6 sc for right front, ch 1 and turn.
5. Row 6 to 8: sc across 6.
6. Shape neckline by skipping 1 stitch on inner edge once.
7. Fasten off.
8. Rejoin yarn to opposite side for left front and repeat.
9. For center back, join yarn across remaining 15 stitches.
10. Work 4 rows sc across. (15)

Shoulders

Sew each front shoulder to the back shoulder with 3 to 4 stitches per side. Leave armholes open. The cardigan should sit just above the waist and end in rounded front points.

Sleeves Make 2

1. Join yarn around armhole.
2. Rnd 1: evenly work 14 sc around.
3. Rnd 2 to 5: sc around. (14)
4. Rnd 6: 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec. (12)
5. Rnd 7 to 8: sc around. (12)
6. Fasten off.

Cardigan Edging

Work a neat sc edging all around the front opening, neckline, and lower edge. Add two tiny floral appliqués in blush and ivory near the upper front, then one lower circular rose detail on one side. Stitch one or two pearl beads into the embellishment centers.

Hat

Work in blush pink. The hat is a simple flat-topped cap with straight sides and a soft vintage feel. It sits at a slight angle toward one side of the head and carries a small flower cluster.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Rnd 7 to 10: sc around. (36)
8. Rnd 11: sc in BLO around to create the top edge line. (36)
9. Rnd 12 to 15: sc around. (36)
10. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Make one tiny ivory blossom, one dusty rose blossom, and one very small taupe or sage-centered flower. Sew them as a cluster to the front right side of the hat. Stitch the hat to the head at a slight slant so one ear remains fully visible beneath it.

Shoes Make 2

Work in cream. These are soft strapless slippers with a rounded toe and tiny side bows. They should look neat and slightly oversized compared with the foot, which adds sweetness to the design.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, working on opposite side 4 sc, inc in last. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: sc in BLO around. (20)
5. Rnd 4 to 5: sc around. (20)
6. Rnd 6: 6 sc, 4 dec, 6 sc. (16)
7. Rnd 7: sc around. (16)
8. Fasten off.

Make a tiny chain bow for each shoe. Ch 10, tie into a bow, and tack to the outer side. Slip the shoes over the feet and secure with a few hidden stitches so they stay in place.

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Mini Teddy

The teddy is small, cream, and dressed to match the bunny with a tiny blush hat and little cream jacket. Keep the teddy simple and charming, with a small dark embroidered nose.

Teddy Head

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4 to 7: sc around. (18)
5. Insert tiny eyes between rnds 5 and 6.
6. Rnd 8: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
7. Stuff.
8. Rnd 9: dec around. (6)

Teddy Ears Make 2

1. 6 sc in MR, join, fasten off.

Teddy Body

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3 to 5: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 6: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
5. Rnd 7 to 8: sc around. (10)
6. Stuff and fasten off.

Teddy Arms and Legs

• Arms: 6 sc in MR, then 2 rounds sc around
• Legs: 6 sc in MR, inc to 8, then 3 rounds sc around

Assemble the teddy with a small embroidered triangular nose and short vertical mouth line. Add a tiny blush hat using the same cap method as the large hat, but much smaller. Make a tiny cream front-open jacket and stitch it lightly onto the teddy body.

Mini Suitcase

Work in blush pink. The suitcase is a small rectangular box with soft corners and a narrow handle. It sits beside the bunny and gives the whole set a travel-keepsake storybook feel.

Front and Back Make 2

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch, 7 sc, 3 sc in end, 6 sc on opposite side, inc in last. (18)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 6 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, 2 inc. (24)
4. Fasten off after second panel only after joining sides.

Side Gusset

1. Ch 6.
2. Row 1 to 16: sc across 5.

Sew or crochet the gusset between front and back panels, lightly stuffing the corners only. Add a small top handle made from ch 8 covered with slip stitches. Tie a tiny blush ribbon bow on one side if desired to echo the image.

Mini Purse

Work in cream. This purse is small, rounded, and structured, with a flap and a pearl button. It should look neat and dressy rather than floppy.

1. Ch 8.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch, 6 sc, 3 sc in end, 5 sc opposite side, inc in last. (16)
3. Rnd 2: sc around. (16)
4. Rnd 3: sc in BLO around. (16)
5. Rnd 4 to 6: sc around. (16)
6. Flatten top opening.
7. For flap: join yarn across one side and work 6 sc for 4 rows.
8. Decrease once at both ends on final row to round the flap.

Make a handle with ch 14 and attach to both sides. Add one pearl bead or a tiny French knot centered on the flap. The purse should stand beside the bunny and not appear oversized next to the bouquet.

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Lace-Edged Handkerchief

This small folded cloth adds softness to the scene. It can be made from light cotton yarn. Keep it thin and delicate so it contrasts beautifully with the plush velvet textures around it.

1. Ch 13.
2. Row 1 to 10: sc across 12.
3. Border round: sc evenly around, placing 3 sc in each corner.
4. Lace edge on one side and one adjacent side: repeat sl st, ch 3, sl st in next stitch all along the edge.

Fold the handkerchief into a rectangle or soft square and place it partly open near the bouquet. If desired, stitch a faint blush running line near the center for a subtle decorative touch.

Flower Bouquet

The bouquet includes several tiny blossoms in pink, mauve, ivory, and pale yellow with sage leaves. It should feel compact and hand-tied, not tall like a stem bouquet.

Small Spiral Roses Make 3

1. Ch 12.
2. Starting in second ch, 2 hdc in each chain across.
3. Roll into a rose and stitch base.

Flat Blossoms Make 3

1. In MR: repeat 5 times: 1 sc, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st.

Leaves Make 6

1. Ch 6.
2. Starting in second ch: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Cluster the flowers tightly with leaves peeking out around the edges. Stitch them together underneath, then wrap the base with a few rounds of matching yarn to form a tiny handle. Position the bouquet in front of the purse as shown.

Dressing and Accessory Placement

Slide the dress onto the bunny first. Add the cardigan over the bodice and adjust the front edges so the floral hem remains fully visible. Put on the shoes and secure them. Attach the hat at a slight angle. Place the teddy, suitcase, purse, handkerchief, and bouquet around the bunny.

The image has a balanced display composition. The teddy and suitcase sit to one side, while the purse, cloth, and bouquet sit to the other. If you are photographing your finished set, arrange the accessories with small gaps so each piece can be seen clearly.

Shaping Tips for an Accurate Look

• Keep the head full and round, with gentle cheek shaping
• Do not overstuff the body; it should remain smooth under the dress
• Leave the ears unstuffed for a natural droop
• Make the skirt wide enough to flare but not so wide that it becomes ruffled
• Keep the cardigan short and open so the bodice remains visible
• Use very small embellishments on the hat and cardigan so the set stays refined

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the face from the front before tightening the nose embroidery completely. The eyes should look soft and evenly spaced, and the nose should sit low enough to create the calm expression seen in the image. A tiny inward pull under the eyes can add gentle character.

Sew each accessory securely if the set is for display. If the set is intended for careful play, reinforce the teddy limbs, hat, purse handle, and suitcase handle with extra stitching. Make sure the floral garland lies flat across the skirt and does not tilt upward.

Care Notes

Velvet yarn is beautiful but can flatten under pressure. Store the bunny upright or lying on a soft surface. Avoid crushing the ears, flowers, and hat. Keep the set away from rough Velcro, sharp jewelry, and pet claws to protect the plush texture.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head centered and firmly attached
• Ears sewn evenly and hanging at matching angles
• Dress sitting smoothly under cardigan
• Floral hem balanced across the front
• Hat tilted neatly and secured well
• Shoes attached evenly
• Teddy assembled and dressed
• Suitcase, purse, bouquet, and handkerchief completed
• All yarn tails woven in securely

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean with a damp cloth and a tiny amount of mild soap. Do not machine wash velvet pieces because the pile can mat and the stuffing can shift. Press gently with a towel and let each item air dry fully away from direct heat or strong sunlight.

For long-term storage, wrap the bunny and accessories in acid-free tissue or soft cotton fabric. Avoid sealed plastic in humid conditions. If the flowers flatten, reshape them with your fingers. A light burst of cool air can help restore some loft to chenille yarn.