Sweet Pea Sailor-Lace Bunny – Crochet.

This charming amigurumi set features a soft cream bunny dressed in a pastel sailor outfit with a pleated blue skirt, lavender shoes, a rounded beret, and delicate floral trim. It has the cozy look of a handmade stuffed bunny, collectible doll, nursery decor piece, and heirloom gift all in one.

The full set also includes a lavender mini backpack, a tiny lace-wrapped book, a dressed mouse companion, and a loose bouquet of sweet pea stems. If you love searching for terms like amigurumi bunny doll, crochet rabbit plush, handmade nursery toy, or collectible crochet animal, this design fits that sweet cottage-style look beautifully.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US English and is designed to match the image as closely as possible. The bunny is made with a smooth, tightly stitched body, long floppy ears, a rounded face, and a gentle, classic expression.

The clothing is built around the body shape shown in the image. The top has a sailor-style collar with layered pastel edging and small floral accents. The skirt has deep vertical ribbing and applied blossoms. The beret sits low and rounded, with a narrow band and a small bow placed to one side.

The accessories matter just as much as the main doll in this set. The soft lavender backpack, the tiny lace-covered book, the mouse in a blue dress and beret, and the pastel flower stems all help recreate the full tabletop arrangement shown.

Materials

• Main body yarn: light cream cotton or cotton-blend DK or light worsted
• Lavender yarn: for beret, shoes, backpack, trim, and some floral details
• Powder blue yarn: for skirt, mouse dress, and mouse sleeves
• Mint yarn: for leaves, stems, and collar accents
• Soft pink yarn: for flowers, nose details, and book accent if desired
• White or warm ivory yarn: for mouse hat band, tiny lace accent edging if preferred, and tie highlights
• Small amount of taupe or light brown yarn: for bunny nose embroidery
• Very small amount of black yarn: optional for sculpting or eye detail
• Crochet hook: choose a hook 2 or 3 sizes smaller than the yarn label suggests for tight amigurumi fabric
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Safety eyes: black, sized to suit your yarn and finished scale
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Sewing pins or clips
• Thin craft board or plastic canvas: optional for backpack base and book structure
• Fabric lace or crocheted lace strip: for the tiny book cover detail

Suggested Finished Size

Using DK cotton with a small hook and tight stitches, the bunny should stand about 11 to 13 inches tall from the bottom of the feet to the top of the beret. The mouse should finish around 4 to 5 inches tall.

The backpack should be about one-third the bunny’s body height. The book should fit in front of the backpack without looking oversized. The flower stems should appear delicate and slightly shorter than the mouse.

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
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• rep = repeat

General Notes

• Work the body pieces in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
• Keep tension firm so stuffing does not show through.
• Stuff gradually and evenly.
• The bunny in the image has a smooth, softly weighted look. Do not overstuff the head or limbs.
• The clothing should sit close to the body, not oversized.
• When shaping the skirt, preserve the vertical pleated effect with ribbed construction.

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Color Placement Summary

• Bunny body: cream
• Beret and shoes: lavender
• Skirt: powder blue
• Collar trim and floral touches: lavender, mint, pink, and pale blue
• Mouse outfit: blue dress with pale trim and cream head/body
• Accessories: lavender backpack, cream book with lace cover, pastel flower bouquet

Bunny Head

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Round 9: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
10. Rounds 10 to 20: Sc around. (54)
11. Round 21: 7 sc, dec around. (48)
12. Round 22: 6 sc, dec around. (42)
13. Round 23: 5 sc, dec around. (36)

Insert eyes between Rounds 14 and 15 with about 9 to 10 visible stitches between them. The face in the image is gentle and low-set, so place the eyes slightly below the midpoint of the head.

Continue shaping the lower head and neck carefully. Add stuffing before the opening becomes narrow.

1. Round 24: 4 sc, dec around. (30)
2. Round 25: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
3. Round 26: Sc around. (24)

The head should look almost round, but slightly wider than tall, especially once the beret is added. Do not make the lower face too pointed.

Bunny Muzzle and Nose Shaping

The image shows a very subtle muzzle. Instead of a raised snout, create gentle definition with embroidery and slight stitching tension.

• Embroider a small upside-down triangle nose in taupe or pale brown centered between the eyes.
• Place the top of the nose around Round 16 and the point around Round 17.
• Add a short vertical line downward from the nose point.
• Create a tiny split mouth with one short stitch to each side if desired, but keep it minimal.

The face should remain simple and sweet. Avoid heavy sculpting. The image shows a calm expression with a smooth cheek line.

Bunny Ears Make 2

The ears are long, soft, and lightly stuffed only at the base. They hang straight down from beneath the beret.

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4 to 8: Sc around. (18)
5. Round 9: 4 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 2 sc. (16)
6. Rounds 10 to 22: Sc around. (16)
7. Round 23: 3 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 1 sc. (14)
8. Rounds 24 to 30: Sc around. (14)

Flatten the opening and sew closed only after checking the length against the head. Leave the lower two-thirds unstuffed. Add just a little stuffing near the top so the ear roots hold shape under the hat.

Bunny Neck and Upper Body

The body is slim through the torso, with a neat shoulder line and a slightly wider lower body. It must fit the blouse and skirt cleanly.

1. From Round 26 of the head, continue directly into the neck and body.
2. Round 27: Sc around. (24)
3. Round 28: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
4. Round 29: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
5. Rounds 30 to 34: Sc around. (36)
6. Round 35: 10 sc, dec, 14 sc, dec, 8 sc. (34)
7. Rounds 36 to 40: Sc around. (34)
8. Round 41: 15 sc, inc, 16 sc, inc, 1 sc. (36)
9. Rounds 42 to 45: Sc around. (36)

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The torso in the image is upright, tidy, and lightly rounded at the lower body. Stuff firmly enough to stand well when seated inside the skirt opening, but not so firmly that the blouse stretches.

Bunny Legs Make 2

The legs are straight and simple, with softly rounded feet hidden partly by the socks and shoes. The bunny appears to stand with feet close together.

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rounds 5 to 7: Sc around. (24)
6. Round 8: 6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc. (18)
7. Round 9: Sc around. (18)
8. Round 10: 4 sc, dec around. (15)
9. Rounds 11 to 24: Sc around. (15)

Stuff the foot more firmly than the leg. Keep the upper leg lightly stuffed so it sits naturally under the skirt. Make the second leg to match, then join both to the lower body if working attached, or sew later if preferred.

Bunny Arms Make 2

The arms are medium length, smooth, and slightly tapered. The hands are rounded without separate fingers. They hang beside the torso just below the sailor collar.

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4 to 6: Sc around. (18)
5. Round 7: 4 sc, dec around. (15)
6. Rounds 8 to 18: Sc around. (15)
7. Round 19: 3 sc, dec around. (12)
8. Rounds 20 to 22: Sc around. (12)

Lightly stuff the lower arm and hand. Leave the top part mostly unstuffed and flatten for sewing. Check the arm length against the skirt waistband. The hands in the image end around upper-hip level.

Joining the Bunny Body

Sew the legs evenly to the lower body so the bunny stands balanced when supported. Sew the arms at the side of the torso around the shoulder line, slightly angled downward.

Attach the ears to the head so they emerge from the side-top area and drop straight down. The beret will cover the ear joins. The ears should frame the face and reach to about chest level.

Bunny Beret

The beret is large, rounded, and softly slouched, covering the whole crown and upper side areas of the head. It includes a neat brim band and a bow on the bunny’s right side.

1. Round 1: In lavender, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Round 9: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
10. Round 10: 8 sc, inc around. (60)
11. Round 11: 9 sc, inc around. (66)
12. Rounds 12 to 15: Sc around. (66)
13. Round 16: 9 sc, dec around. (60)
14. Round 17: 8 sc, dec around. (54)
15. Round 18: 7 sc, dec around. (48)
16. Round 19: BLO sc around. (48)
17. Round 20: Sc around. (48)
18. Round 21: 6 sc, dec around. (42)
19. Round 22: Sc around. (42)

Try the beret on the head. It should sit low and rounded, with a softly puffed top. If needed, add or remove one decrease round to match your tension.

Beret Band Accent

Join cream or a slightly lighter lavender into the front loops left from Round 19 and work one decorative round of sl st or very tight hdc all around to create the narrow visible band seen in the image.

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Beret Bow

1. Ch 11.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, 10 sc.
3. Rows 2 to 5: Ch 1, turn, 10 sc.
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Wrap the center tightly with lavender or cream yarn several times and sew onto the bunny’s right front side of the beret. Angle the bow slightly upward. It should be modest in size, not oversized.

Bunny Sailor Top

The top is cream and fitted. It reads like a soft blouse or sweater body with a sailor collar laid over the shoulders. The front center has a tied neck detail hanging downward.

You may either crochet the top directly onto the body or make it separately and sew lightly in place. For the cleanest finish, a separate fitted top works well.

Top Body

1. Ch enough to fit around the upper torso snugly, join without twisting.
2. Work 1 round of sc evenly.
3. Work 5 to 7 rounds of sc or hdc to create a smooth fitted bodice ending just above the waist.
4. Shape slight arm openings if making flat pieces, or leave sleeveless and hide under attached arms.

Keep the top simple because the collar is the main feature. The hem should stop where the skirt begins so the outfit layers cleanly.

Sailor Collar

The collar is broad and draped, with a V opening at the front and two soft panels over the shoulders. It is one of the most important visual details in the set.

1. In cream, chain a length that fits around the neckline with a front V opening.
2. Work rows in sc or hdc to form a wide bib-collar shape that widens over the shoulder area.
3. Create two front points that angle downward toward the center chest.
4. Once the base shape is complete, edge the entire collar with one round of lavender sl st.
5. Add a second delicate edging in pale blue or mint.

The image shows tiny sweet pea-like floral clusters decorating the collar edges. These should be small raised accents rather than large blossoms.

Collar Flower Clusters

• Make 6 to 8 tiny flowers using pink and lavender.
• For each flower: In MR, work 4 petals as (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) repeated into the ring.
• Make tiny mint leaves with ch 4, sl st in second ch, sc, sl st.
• Sew flowers and leaves in mirrored groups along the collar’s upper front edge.

Arrange the flowers so they sit along the collar trim and not across the whole blouse. This keeps the look airy and elegant, like the image.

Front Tie

• Make two slim cords in pale blue or mint by chaining 16 to 20 stitches and working back with sl st.
• Join both at the collar V opening.
• Tie loosely and tack in place.

The tie should hang softly to the upper waist area, centered and neat.

Arm Cuff Floral Trim

The sleeves are not separate, but the wrists have matching decorative trim. This detail helps connect the cuffs to the collar design.

• Work one narrow lavender round around each wrist area using surface sl st or a sewn-on cord.
• Add a pale blue or mint line just above it.
• Sew 2 or 3 tiny flower buds and 1 or 2 leaves onto each wrist trim.

Keep these embellishments shallow so the arms still hang naturally.

Bunny Pleated Skirt

The skirt is powder blue and has strong vertical ribbing that gives a pleated look. It flares gently from the waist and is decorated with evenly spaced floral motifs near the hem.

For the closest match, crochet the skirt in rows to create ribbing, then join into a tube.

Skirt Panel

1. In blue, ch to the desired skirt length from waist to lower shin.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc across.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, BLO sc across.
4. Repeat Row 2 until the strip fits around the bunny’s waist and hips with light flare.

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To create the flare, increase slightly every few ribs by adding one extra row section or switching a few rows to hdc near the lower half. Another option is to begin with a longer chain and lightly gather at the waist.

Join the short ends neatly to form a tube. Gather the top edge slightly and sew to the waist. The ribbing should remain vertical and crisp.

Skirt Floral Appliqués

The image shows simple flower motifs arranged around the lower skirt, each with a vertical stem and leaves. Make 6 to 8 motifs total.

• Stem: chain 6 to 8 in mint, work back in sl st
• Leaves: attach one or two small leaves on each side of the lower stem
• Flower head: make a 3-petal or 4-petal blossom in pink or lavender

For each blossom, use one of these tiny options:

• Option 1: In MR, repeat ch 2, 2 dc, sl st three times
• Option 2: Make three popcorn-like buds with small hdc clusters

Sew the flowers evenly around the skirt, mostly on the lower half. Keep spacing balanced and avoid overfilling the front. The image shows a graceful scattered arrangement rather than dense decoration.

Bunny Shoes Make 2

The shoes are lavender Mary Jane style with a rounded toe and a strap across the foot. They fit over the cream feet and sit low around the ankle.

1. Round 1: In lavender, ch 7. Work around both sides of chain to form an oval base. End with 16 sts.
2. Round 2: Inc at toe and heel points to shape sole. (20)
3. Round 3: BLO sc around. (20)
4. Rounds 4 to 5: Sc around. (20)
5. Round 6: Work several dec across the toe area to shape the front opening.
6. Round 7: Sc around remaining stitches.

For the strap, chain a short length and sew one side to the shoe edge. Attach the other side with a tiny sewn button detail or embroidered knot. The strap in the image is delicate and fitted.

Mini Lavender Backpack

The backpack is small, structured, and made in a soft lavender tone. It has a pointed flap, a front button detail, a top handle, and side straps.

Backpack Body

1. Make a rectangular base in rows using sc.
2. Work up around the base edge in continuous rounds to create the boxy pouch.
3. Continue until the backpack reaches about the bunny’s knee height when standing next to it.

The body should be simple and slightly stiff. Insert a small rectangle of plastic canvas or firm felt if you want it to hold shape better.

Backpack Flap

1. Chain across the width of the backpack top.
2. Work rows in sc, decreasing at both ends every other row to create a pointed flap.
3. Sew the flap to the back upper edge.

Backpack Details

• Add one small top handle as a chain cord covered with sl st.
• Add two shoulder straps as slim chains or i-cord-like crochet cords.
• Sew a tiny button or embroidered dot at the flap point.

The backpack in the image is minimal and clean, so keep it free of extra pockets or heavy embellishment.

Lace-Wrapped Mini Book

The tiny book is cream or light beige and wrapped with a lace band. It appears rectangular, compact, and decorative.

Book Base

1. Crochet two small rectangles in cream using tight sc rows.
2. Make a narrow side strip for the spine depth.
3. Sew together around three sides, insert a tiny piece of felt or craft board, then close.

If you prefer, skip stuffing entirely and use felt inside so the book stays flat.

Lace Cover Detail

• Wrap a strip of real lace around the book and stitch on the underside.
• Or crochet a tiny mesh band with chains and sc.
• Add a soft pink or ivory accent line if desired.

The lace should cover only part of the front, not the full book. It should look gentle and vintage.

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Sweet Pea Bouquet

The loose bouquet includes several pastel blossoms in lavender, blue, cream, and pink, attached to slim green stems. The shapes are soft and ruffled rather than perfectly round.

Stems

• Chain 10 to 14 in mint or green.
• Work back with sl st for a thin stem.
• Make 5 to 7 stems in varying lengths.

Ruffled Blossoms

1. In pastel color, ch 6.
2. Work into chain with a mix of sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc to create a curved petal strip.
3. Roll or fold lightly and stitch into a small blossom.

Another method is to make two tiny petals and join them together at the base for a sweet pea style bloom. Attach one bloom to each stem and gather the stems loosely as a small bouquet.

Mouse Companion Head

The mouse is tiny, cream-colored, and styled to match the bunny. It has round ears, black eyes, a tiny pink nose, and a small blue outfit with a light neck tie and a miniature beret.

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rounds 5 to 9: Sc around. (24)
6. Round 10: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
7. Round 11: 1 sc, dec around. (12)

Insert tiny eyes around Round 7. Embroider a small pink triangular or oval nose and one short vertical stitch below it.

Mouse Ears Make 2

1. Round 1: In cream or pale pink center with cream outer, 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Fasten off with a long tail.

Flatten slightly and sew high on the sides of the head. The ears should be prominent and round.

Mouse Body and Dress

The body can be integrated with the dress. The image shows a simple blue dress that flares gently, with cream legs and a narrow collar or tie at the neck.

1. Round 1: In cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4 to 5: Sc around. (18)
5. Change to blue.
6. Round 6: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
7. Rounds 7 to 11: Sc around. (24)
8. Round 12: Work a decorative hem with sl st or a narrow contrast edge.

Add two tiny cream legs, each starting with 6 sc in MR and working 5 to 6 rounds. Sew beneath the dress so the mouse can stand with support.

Mouse Arms Make 2

• Start in blue for sleeve and continue in cream for hands if desired.
• Keep them slim and short.
• Sew at the upper sides of the dress body.

Mouse Neck Tie

• Use cream or ivory yarn.
• Make two short cords and join at the neck center.
• Tack in a tiny loose knot shape.

Mouse Beret

The mouse hat is a tiny rounded blue beret with a narrow pale band, worn slightly tilted.

1. Round 1: In blue, 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: Inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: Sc around. (24)
6. Round 6: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
7. Round 7: Sc around. (18)

Add a narrow pale trim with surface sl st and sew onto the mouse head at a slight angle.

Mouse Tail

• Chain 10 to 14 in pale pink or nude pink.
• Work back in sl st.
• Sew to the lower back of the mouse body.

The tail should curve gently to one side.

Shaping and Styling Tips for Accuracy

• Head size: the bunny head should be large but not oversized compared with the body
• Ear placement: attach a little behind the face line so they fall beside the cheeks
• Beret fit: the hat should cover the top of the ears and most of the crown
• Skirt silhouette: softly flared, not stiffly wide
• Floral motifs: small and elegant, never chunky
• Color balance: cream, lavender, blue, mint, and pink should all remain soft and muted

Order of Work

1. Make bunny head, body, ears, arms, and legs.
2. Assemble bunny body.
3. Make beret and bow.
4. Make blouse base and sailor collar.
5. Add collar tie and wrist trims.
6. Make pleated skirt and attach floral appliqués.
7. Make shoes and place on feet.
8. Make backpack, book, and bouquet.
9. Make mouse head, ears, body, arms, tail, dress, and beret.
10. Complete final styling and arrange the full set.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew all bunny parts securely and check balance from the front view. The face should stay soft, symmetrical, and lightly expressive. Place the beret low, attach the bow on the bunny’s right side, and let both ears fall evenly.

Center the sailor collar carefully so both front sides match. Tie the front cords neatly and tack them down. Add the skirt so it sits just under the blouse line. Put the shoes on last and adjust the straps so they look even.

For facial detailing, keep the nose small and refined. A heavy mouth line will change the look too much. The image has a sweet, calm expression, so less embroidery gives the best result.

Care Notes

• Display pieces are best kept away from direct sunlight.
• Spot clean whenever possible.
• Do not machine wash pieces with firm inserts, lace, or delicate appliqués.
• Reshape the beret, skirt, and bouquet after cleaning.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Are the bunny ears even in length and angle?
• Does the beret sit low and rounded?
• Is the sailor collar centered and balanced?
• Do the skirt ribs run vertically and evenly?
• Are the floral appliqués spaced nicely?
• Do the backpack, book, mouse, and bouquet match the same pastel style?

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Use a soft dry cloth or clean makeup brush to remove dust from stitches, flowers, and lace. For small marks, dab gently with cool water and mild soap, then blot with a towel. Never scrub the embroidery or appliqués.

Let all pieces dry flat on a clean towel. Stuffed parts should be reshaped by hand while drying. Store the set in a breathable cotton bag or covered display box. Avoid plastic bins in humid places, especially for light-colored cotton yarn and lace details.

If the beret or skirt loses shape over time, lightly mist with water and adjust by hand. For the book and backpack, keep them dry so they remain structured and crisp.