Chrysanthemum Tea-Garden Bunny – Crochet

This charming crochet set is designed to look like a collectible spring bunny doll with a coordinated hat, floral cardigan, pleated skirt, tiny shoes, and sweet garden accessories. It fits beautifully into searches for amigurumi bunny doll, handmade rabbit plush, collectible crochet doll, and cottagecore nursery decor.

The full set also includes a matching teddy friend, a mini backpack, a daisy basket, and a small camera, making it ideal for readers who love premium handmade toy patterns, boutique stuffed animal gifts, and heirloom crochet decor. Every section below is arranged for a polished finish that closely follows the image.

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Overview

This pattern creates a standing bunny with a soft cream face and body, long lop ears, a warm beige newsboy-style cap, a pale cream cardigan with sage trim and daisy details, a matching skirt with floral edging, beige shoes, and several small themed accessories.

The overall look is gentle, tidy, and balanced. The bunny is the main focus, with rounded proportions, a calm face, small nose, glossy safety eyes, and slightly weighted lower limbs. The cardigan sits neatly at the waist, and the skirt flares outward in smooth rounds.

The accessories are important to the visual identity of the set. The backpack is compact and boxy with a flap and strap. The basket is shallow and filled with daisies. The tiny camera is rounded and simple. The teddy companion mirrors the bunny’s outfit colors.

Skill Level

Advanced beginner to intermediate.

• Work in continuous rounds unless noted.
• Use a stitch marker for the first stitch of every round.
• Read the full section before beginning each piece.
• Invisible decrease is strongly recommended for a smoother finish.
• Small accessories require patience and firm stitching.

Materials

• Main bunny yarn: light cream and warm beige cotton yarn, sport or light DK weight
• Accent yarn: soft sage green, daisy white, flower-center yellow, soft blush pink, black, dark navy, and camera gray
• Hook: 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm, depending on your tension
• Eyes: 8 mm to 10 mm black safety eyes for bunny, 5 mm to 6 mm for teddy
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Optional weight: a small pouch of pellets for the lower body
• Buttons: 4 tiny buttons for cardigan, 1 tiny button for backpack flap, optional decorative buttons for shoes
• Needles: yarn needle and embroidery needle
• Other: stitch markers, scissors, pins, fabric glue optional for very tiny decorative flower centers only

Color Placement Guide

• Head and legs: soft cream
• Ears and hat: warm beige
• Cardigan body: cream with sage trim and white/yellow daisy appliqués
• Skirt: warm beige or pale oatmeal with white/yellow daisy border
• Shoes: warm beige with tiny strap detail
• Backpack: sage green with beige button
• Basket: warm beige with white/yellow flowers and green leaves
• Camera: gray, white, dark navy, and black
• Teddy: warm beige bear with matching cream, sage, and beige clothing

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• inc = 2 sc in 1 stitch
• dec = invisible decrease
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st = stitch
• rnd = round

Size

Using the suggested yarn and hook, the finished bunny stands about 10 to 12 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including the cap crown. The teddy is much smaller, around 4 to 5 inches tall. Accessory sizes are scaled to match the image.

Important Design Notes

Keep all stitches firm. The original look depends on compact fabric with no visible stuffing gaps. The head should be smooth and round, but slightly wider than the neck. The torso is narrower than the head, and the skirt adds width at the lower half.

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The ears are long, soft, and lightly stuffed only near the upper section. They should fall beside the face instead of standing upright. The hat must sit low enough to overlap the forehead and slightly cover the top of the face between the ears.

The cardigan is fitted rather than oversized. Its sleeves are tubular and simple, ending in sage cuffs. The lower cardigan band is sage and holds layered floral appliqués. The skirt begins at the waist and opens gradually into a soft bell shape.

Bunny Head

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. Rnd 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
10. Rnd 10: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
11. Rnd 11-20: sc around. (60)

Insert the eyes between Rnds 13 and 14, spacing them about 10 stitches apart. The face in the image is gentle and centered, so do not place the eyes too low. Add a very small amount of pale blush with embroidery or soft pastel beneath each eye.

1. Rnd 21: 8 sc, dec x6. (54)
2. Rnd 22: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
3. Rnd 23: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
4. Rnd 24: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
5. Begin stuffing firmly.
6. Rnd 25: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
7. Rnd 26: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
8. Rnd 27: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)

Do not fasten off if you prefer a joined head-and-body construction. If making separately, leave a long tail for sewing. Embroider a short vertical nose in pale beige-pink, centered below the eyes. Add a tiny horizontal base stitch for the nose tip.

Muzzle Shaping and Face Detail

The face in the image is almost flat, not protruding like a strong snout. To match this look, lightly sculpt the eye area after stuffing. Pass strong thread from one eye position to the other, pull gently, and create a soft inward contour only.

The nose is tiny and understated. Keep the mouth very minimal or omit it entirely. If you add one, use a short inverted Y shape with extremely fine stitches. The calm expression comes from restraint, so avoid oversized muzzle embroidery or exaggerated cheeks.

Body

Continue from the head or start separately in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 18 sc if continuing from head. (18)
2. Rnd 2: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
3. Rnd 3: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
4. Rnd 4: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
5. Rnd 5-8: sc around. (36)
6. Rnd 9: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
7. Rnd 10-11: sc around. (30)
8. Rnd 12: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
9. Rnd 13-15: sc around. (24)

The torso should look compact and neat under the cardigan. Stuff the upper body well, but keep the waist slightly slimmer than the lower section. A small weighted pouch can be placed in the body base to help the doll stand more steadily when posed with support.

Legs

Make 2 in cream. Stuff firmly, especially at the lower portion. The legs in the image are straight and simple, with little shaping above the shoes because the skirt covers the upper joins.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4-6: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 7: 4 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 2 sc. (16)
6. Rnd 8-18: sc around. (16)

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Leave a long tail for sewing. Flatten the leg top when attaching. Sew evenly to the lower body so the feet point straight forward. The visible part of the legs should extend from beneath the skirt with only a small gap before the shoes begin.

Arms

Make 2. Start in cream. These arms are softly tubular and slightly tapered. They do not need strong elbow shaping. Light stuffing is enough, especially in the lower half.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3-5: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 6: 4 sc, dec x2, 4 sc. (10)
5. Rnd 7-15: sc around. (10)

Flatten the top and sew to the body slightly below the neck line. Angle the arms downward so they rest naturally at the bunny’s sides. In the image, the arms are not spread wide and do not curve dramatically inward.

Lop Ears

Make 2 in warm beige. The ears should be long, softly rounded at the tips, and somewhat flat rather than thick. They hang from beneath the cap near the sides of the head.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4-7: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 8: 4 sc, dec x3, 6 sc. (15)
6. Rnd 9-24: sc around. (15)
7. Rnd 25: 3 sc, dec x3, 6 sc. (12)
8. Rnd 26-30: sc around. (12)

Do not heavily stuff. Add only a little at the top third if needed. Flatten the upper opening and sew the ears low on the sides of the head. They should start slightly behind the face and hang to shoulder level.

Tail

Make 1 small tail in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3-4: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 5: dec around. (6)

Stuff lightly and sew to the lower back, hidden beneath the skirt.

Newsboy-Style Cap

This cap is essential to the finished look. It has a puffed crown and a short curved brim. Work firmly so the shape stays crisp. Use warm beige for the whole cap.

Crown Top

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. Rnd 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
10. Rnd 10-14: sc around. (54)
11. Rnd 15: BLO sc around. (54)
12. Rnd 16: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
13. Rnd 17: sc around. (48)

Fasten off after checking fit. The hat should sit comfortably over the head and ears, not too deep. Lightly steam block if your yarn allows it, or shape gently by hand while slightly damp.

Brim

Join yarn to the front half of the lower hat edge.

1. Row 1: sc 18 across, ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2: inc, 16 sc, inc. (20)
3. Row 3: sc across. (20)
4. Row 4: inc, 18 sc, inc. (22)
5. Row 5: sc across. (22)

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To create the rounded cap visor, work one edging row of slip stitches around the brim. Sew the upper edge of the brim slightly upward into the hat body so the shape curves gently, matching the soft structured look in the image.

Cardigan

The cardigan is cream with sage trim at collar, cuffs, and lower band. It closes at the front with four tiny buttons. It is neat, cropped, and decorated with raised daisies near the lower front.

Back and Body Base

Work in rows so the front opening remains visible.

1. Ch 31.
2. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (30)
3. Row 2-8: ch 1, turn, sc across. (30)

This rectangle forms the main torso wrap. Hold it around the bunny to test fit. It should meet at the center front with a small overlap for the button band. Add or reduce 2 stitches if your tension differs noticeably.

Armhole Division

1. Row 9: 7 sc, ch 4, skip 4, 8 sc, ch 4, skip 4, 7 sc. (26 stitches plus 2 armhole spaces)
2. Row 10-14: sc across, placing 4 sc into each armhole chain space. (34)

Fasten off. Seam the side edges neatly under the arms if needed, or leave slightly open if your fit is already snug. The front opening should remain centered and straight.

Sleeves

Join cream yarn at one armhole.

1. Rnd 1: 16 sc around armhole. (16)
2. Rnd 2-7: sc around. (16)
3. Rnd 8: switch to sage, sc around. (16)
4. Rnd 9-10: sc around. (16)

Repeat for second sleeve. The sleeves should end around wrist level. Do not overstuff the arms beneath them. The cardigan sleeves in the image fit smoothly without a puffy shoulder line.

Button Band and Collar

With sage yarn, work one row of sc evenly down one front edge, around the neck, and down the opposite front edge. On the right front band, create four button loops by chaining 2 and skipping 2 stitches at even intervals.

For the collar, work along the neck edge only.

1. Row 1: attach sage yarn, sc evenly across neck.
2. Row 2: ch 1, turn, work 2 sc, hdc 2, dc 2, hdc 2, sc to center, repeat for second half.

Shape the collar points with one final row of slip stitches. Sew the collar down lightly so it sits flat and rounded, creating the soft Peter Pan look seen in the image.

Daisy Appliqués for Cardigan

Make 4 small daisies. Two are yellow-centered dominant flowers, and two are smaller white daisies with yellow centers.

Center

1. With yellow, 6 sc in MR. Join with sl st.

Petals

1. Join white in any stitch.
2. In each stitch: ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in same stitch.
3. Repeat around for 6 petals.

Sew the flowers near the lower front of the cardigan on top of the sage band. Layer them slightly so the arrangement looks natural and garden-like rather than perfectly symmetrical. Add tiny green leaf stitches under a few petals if desired.

Skirt

The skirt is a separate piece in warm beige or pale oatmeal. It begins at the waist and widens gradually. The lower edge is trimmed with multiple daisies worked separately and sewn on.

1. Ch 36 and join carefully without twisting.
2. Rnd 1-3: sc around. (36)
3. Rnd 4: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
4. Rnd 5-6: sc around. (42)
5. Rnd 7: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
6. Rnd 8-9: sc around. (48)
7. Rnd 10: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
8. Rnd 11-13: hdc around. (54)

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For a lightly pleated look like the image, alternate one round in BLO and one round in both loops across the middle area of the skirt. This creates subtle horizontal definition without making the fabric too stiff.

Finish the skirt with one round of slip stitches for a clean edge. Sew or fasten it securely at the waist. It should sit just below the cardigan, with no large visible gap between the two pieces.

Skirt Border Daisies

Make 9 to 11 small daisies, depending on your spacing. These flowers should line the lower edge of the skirt closely, with slight overlap between petals.

Use the same daisy method as above, but vary the size slightly by changing the center from 6 stitches to 8 stitches for a few blossoms. Sew them around the hem with yellow centers facing outward and petals lifting slightly off the skirt.

Shoes

Make 2 in warm beige. These are rounded Mary Jane-style shoes with a small strap detail. The visible shape is smooth and snug, not bulky.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, working opposite side 4 sc, inc in final stitch. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: BLO sc around. (20)
5. Rnd 4-5: sc around. (20)
6. Rnd 6: 6 sc, dec x4, 6 sc. (16)
7. Rnd 7: sc around. (16)

For the strap, ch 6, sew across the front opening, and add a tiny decorative stitch or button at the side. Slip the shoes onto the legs and tack them in place invisibly so they remain aligned forward.

Mini Backpack

This accessory is worked in sage green and has a soft rectangular shape, front flap, small pocket, and shoulder strap. It should look compact beside the bunny, not oversized.

Backpack Body

1. Ch 11.
2. Rnd 1: sc around the chain to form an oval base. (22)
3. Rnd 2: BLO sc around. (22)
4. Rnd 3-14: sc around. (22)

Flatten slightly so the bag appears boxy. Stuff lightly or leave unstuffed with a cardboard insert if desired for shape stability. Close the top partway, leaving the front accessible beneath the flap.

Front Pocket

1. Ch 8.
2. Row 1-5: sc across. (7)

Sew to the lower front of the backpack.

Flap

1. Ch 9.
2. Row 1-6: sc across. (8)
3. Final row: dec, 4 sc, dec. (6)

Round the flap corners with slip stitches. Sew to the upper back edge and add one tiny beige button or embroidered dot on the flap front.

Strap

Ch 40 to 50, depending on desired drape. Work one return row of slip stitches or sc. Sew both ends to the backpack sides.

Flower Basket

This little basket is warm beige with a curved handle, white flowers, yellow centers, and tiny green leaves. It should be shallow and open at the top.

Basket Base

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: BLO sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 5-8: sc around. (18)

Fasten off, leaving the top open. For the handle, ch 16 and work back in slip stitches. Sew each end to opposite basket sides. Fill the basket with tiny crocheted daisies and leaves before sewing them in place.

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Mini Camera

The camera is made from a tiny rectangular body with a front lens and side details. Use dark navy or black for the bottom, gray for the main body, white for the top, and black for the lens center.

Body

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: sc around rectangle foundation. (18)
3. Rnd 2-4: sc around. (18)

Change colors by round to create a striped camera body. Stuff lightly only if needed.

Lens

1. With black, 6 sc in MR.
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Work one more round in back loops only if you want a raised edge.

Sew the lens to the front center. Add a tiny side button and a narrow strap in dark yarn if desired. Keep the camera simple, as in the image.

Teddy Companion

The teddy is a separate mini character dressed to echo the bunny’s outfit. Use warm beige for the head, body, ears, and limbs. The face is tiny and friendly, with a black nose and close-set eyes.

Head

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rnd 5-10: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 11: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
7. Rnd 12: 1 sc, dec x6. (12)

Insert small safety eyes between Rnds 7 and 8. Embroider a small black triangular nose and a short mouth line beneath it. Stuff firmly before closing.

Ears

1. Make 2: 6 sc in MR, then one round of inc to 12. Fold slightly and sew high on the head.

Body and Limbs

Make a very small oval body, two short arms, and two short legs in beige. Keep proportions squat and cute. Join the limbs close to the body so the teddy has a compact standing look.

Teddy Outfit

Make a cream top with sage sleeves and tiny front button embroidery. Add a beige skirt to match the bunny. The outfit should be simplified but clearly coordinated with the larger doll’s cardigan and skirt.

Assembly Order

1. Sew the head to the body.
2. Attach legs evenly to the lower body.
3. Sew arms slightly below the neck line.
4. Attach ears so they hang along the face and shoulders.
5. Sew the tail to the back.
6. Dress the bunny with cardigan, skirt, and shoes.
7. Place and lightly tack the cap onto the head.
8. Finish all accessories and the teddy.

When dressing the doll, keep the cardigan centered and smooth. The skirt should flare evenly all around. The cap should sit low on the forehead and cover the top of the ear attachment area, which helps recreate the balanced look of the original image.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check that the eyes are level, the nose is centered, and both ears hang at the same length. Add a soft blush to the cheeks only after all sewing is complete. Stitch the cap discreetly in three or four places so it stays secure without looking fixed down.

Arrange the cardigan flowers with slight overlap and make sure the skirt daisies follow the hem in a gentle curve. Position the shoes straight forward. For the teddy, keep the face tiny and neat so it remains sweet beside the larger bunny.

Care Notes

• Spot clean whenever possible.
• Use cool water and mild soap for hand washing.
• Do not twist or wring the pieces.
• Reshape while damp and dry flat.
• Keep small accessories away from very young children if safety eyes or buttons are used.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Hat brim curves gently forward
• Ears hang evenly on both sides
• Cardigan closes neatly at the front
• Daisies are attached securely
• Skirt sits level around the waist
• Shoes face straight ahead
• Backpack flap and strap are firmly sewn
• Basket flowers are balanced in color and spacing
• Camera lens is centered
• Teddy outfit matches the main palette

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the finished set away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, especially for the sage and yellow accents. If displaying long term, support the bunny from behind so the legs and waist are not strained. Keep the accessories in a small box or cloth pouch to avoid loss.

For dust removal, use a clean dry brush with very soft bristles. Avoid soaking pieces with glued details. If you used pellets for weight, protect the doll from prolonged moisture. Gentle maintenance will preserve the crisp outfit lines and the smooth face shaping.