Narcissus Milk-Tea Bunny – Knitting

This charming knitted bunny set is designed to look like a soft heirloom rabbit doll dressed for spring. The finished piece has the appeal of a handmade stuffed bunny, boutique nursery decor, collectible rabbit doll, Easter shelf display, and giftable plush companion all in one. The warm milk-tea palette, tiny narcissus flowers, little bag, bouquet, folded cloth, and sweet bird create a complete display that looks polished and lovely. Every section below is written to help you recreate the same gentle shape, balanced proportions, and delicate styling shown in the image.

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Materials

• Main bunny color: light milk-tea beige.
• Jacket color: soft cream.
• Flower petals: warm white.
• Flower centers: narcissus yellow.
• Leaves and stems: moss green and olive green.
• Bird body: taupe-lilac, soft olive, yellow, and a tiny amount of rust red.
• Optional lining yarn: matching cream or beige for neat finishing edges.
• Double-pointed needles or magic loop needles in a size that gives a dense fabric.
• Tapestry needle for sewing and duplicate stitch details.
• Toy stuffing for bunny and bird.
• Black beads or safety eyes for the bunny.
• Dark brown or deep taupe yarn for the nose and mouth.
• Thin cardboard or plastic sole insert optional for stable shoes.
• Small button for the jacket neckline.

Gauge and Finished Size

Use a firm gauge. The fabric in the image looks smooth, compact, and evenly filled, with very little visible stuffing. Knit tightly enough that the stitches hold shape well.

• Suggested gauge: about 7 to 8 stitches per inch in stockinette after blocking lightly.
• Finished bunny height: about 10 to 12 inches tall, including bonnet.
• Head: slightly larger than the upper body width, but not oversized.
• Body: rounded pear shape under the dress.
• Arms: slim, gently tapered, slightly curved inward.
• Legs: short and straight with rounded shoes.

The set is small enough to feel precious, but large enough for the floral details to remain clear. Keep all accessories scaled to the bunny rather than making them oversized.

Design Notes

This pattern is built to match the image closely. The bunny has a calm upright posture, a rounded face, long drooping ears, a soft bonnet framing the face, a knitted dress with scattered narcissus motifs, a cream jacket with a floral yoke, strap shoes, and four small accessories.

The floral motifs are best worked with duplicate stitch after knitting the base fabric. That gives the same clean, picture-like placement seen on the skirt and jacket. The edge trims and cords are knitted separately and sewn on neatly.

Work the bunny first, then clothing, then accessories. Assemble only after all parts are finished and lightly blocked.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• K = knit
• P = purl
• St st = stockinette stitch
• inc = increase
• dec = decrease
• k2tog = knit 2 together
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side
• BO = bind off
• rep = repeat

Bunny Body

The body is hidden under the dress, but it still needs good shape. It should be softly rounded at the bottom, narrower at the shoulder, and steady enough to stand with help from the shoes and firm stuffing.

1. CO a small base opening and increase evenly over the first rounds to create a rounded lower belly.
2. Knit in St st, adding increases gradually until the widest point of the tummy is reached.
3. Work several plain rounds to hold the full pear shape.
4. Begin decreases toward the chest so the upper body becomes slightly narrower.
5. Stuff as you go, especially the lower half, keeping the front smooth.
6. Finish with a narrow shoulder opening left open for the head attachment.

The body should not be cylindrical. The image shows a soft nursery-doll silhouette, so let the lower half feel gently full while the chest stays modest and tidy.

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Head

The head is round but slightly vertically oval. The face is broad across the cheeks, with a very soft muzzle area shaped by light sculpting rather than a separate snout.

1. Begin at the top of the head with a small CO.
2. Increase evenly until the head reaches its fullest width.
3. Work several plain rounds for the crown and side fullness.
4. Shape the lower face with slow decreases rather than sharp tapering.
5. Before closing, stuff firmly but not hard. The face must remain smooth.
6. Leave a long tail for sewing to the body.

To form the gentle muzzle, use a strand of matching beige yarn and make two tiny horizontal anchoring stitches inside the head from the lower face area toward the cheek line. Pull very lightly. This creates the slight forward fullness around the nose without making the face deeply pinched.

Ears

The ears are long, soft, and downward hanging. They start attached near the upper sides of the head and fall close to the shoulders. They are not stiff, pointed, or wide.

1. CO from the ear tip end with a narrow number of stitches.
2. Increase gradually over several rows to create a rounded, slightly wider middle section.
3. Knit straight for the main ear length.
4. Work gentle decreases only near the base if needed so the ear joins neatly to the head.
5. Make two identical ears.

Do not overstuff the ears. In the image, they look flat and softly draped. A very tiny strip of stuffing near the base is enough, but completely unstuffed ears also work well.

Arms

The arms are simple tubes with a modest hand shape. They are narrow at the wrist and slightly fuller toward the sleeve area. The hands are visible below the jacket cuffs and match the head and legs in the same milk-tea color.

1. Start at the hand with a small CO.
2. Increase slightly to form the lower palm area.
3. Knit straight for the forearm.
4. Add one or two subtle increases toward the upper arm.
5. Stuff lightly so the arms stay soft and natural.
6. Close the top flat for sewing.

Sew the arms at shoulder level so they angle slightly downward and inward. That gentle placement is important to copy the sweet, composed look in the image.

Legs

The bunny stands with short straight legs placed close together. The visible legs are mostly covered by the dress, but the feet and ankles show beneath the hem.

1. Begin at the sole or ankle opening, depending on your preferred construction.
2. Knit a short narrow leg tube.
3. Stuff firmly enough to hold shape.
4. Close the top flat and sew to the lower body evenly.

Keep the legs shorter than you may expect. The image shows a low, childlike center of gravity, which helps the bunny feel cuddly rather than long-limbed.

Shoes

The shoes are integral to the final look. They are rounded Mary Jane style shoes in the same milk-tea tone as the bunny, with a strap across the front.

1. Knit each shoe base as a small oval or rounded rectangle sole.
2. Pick up stitches around the edge and knit upward to form the shoe wall.
3. Shape the toe with short rows or gentle decreases so the front looks rounded, not pointed.
4. Add a top opening that sits low on the foot.
5. Knit a narrow strap separately and sew it across the instep.
6. Optionally insert a thin sole piece before closing for better balance.

The shoes should look soft, like fabric shoes, not stiff boots. Their height ends just below the ankle, and the strap should sit clearly across the top.

Dress

The dress is a key feature. It is worked in the same milk-tea beige as the bunny, with a smooth bodice and a skirt decorated with small narcissus flowers placed in spaced clusters around the lower half.

Dress Bodice

1. CO enough stitches to fit around the upper body comfortably.
2. Work the bodice in St st, shaping lightly at the waist.
3. Keep the neckline simple and neat because the jacket covers most of it.
4. Do not make the bodice bulky. The image shows a slim upper section.

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Dress Skirt

1. Increase from the waist into an A-line skirt.
2. Work the skirt long enough to reach just above the bunny’s ankles.
3. Keep the fullness moderate. The skirt is flared, but not extremely wide.
4. Finish with a clean lower border that rolls minimally or is stabilized with a narrow edging row.

The hemline in the image looks smooth and slightly weighty, so a tidy edge matters. You may use one purl ridge near the lower edge if you want a firm finish, but keep it subtle.

Skirt Floral Motifs

After the skirt is blocked, add narcissus motifs using duplicate stitch. Scatter them evenly around the front and sides, with a balanced garden-like layout.

• Flower placement: concentrated from mid-skirt to near the hem.
• Flower size: small, delicate, each about 5 to 7 stitches across.
• Petals: five or six short white stitches radiating outward.
• Center: one or two yellow knots or duplicate stitches.
• Leaves: narrow green upward blades beneath each flower.

Do not crowd the flowers too close together. The original look is airy and refined. Leave enough beige background visible so each narcissus motif stands out clearly.

Jacket

The cream jacket is short, open at the front, and ends around the waist to upper hip area. The lower edge has a soft scalloped finish. The yoke carries the most detailed floral decoration and frames the bunny beautifully.

Jacket Body

1. Work the jacket flat in pieces or from the top down, whichever gives you cleaner control.
2. Shape a rounded neckline that sits close to the neck.
3. Create gentle shoulder slopes.
4. Knit the body short, ending above the widest part of the skirt.
5. Work the front opening edges neatly so they sit flat.

The jacket fronts do not overlap much. They almost meet at the top and then fall open softly. Leave enough room for the dress to show down the center front.

Scalloped Lower Edge

The bottom edge has shallow rounded scallops. These are soft and understated, not dramatic shells. A simple method is to shape the hem in small curved sections while binding off, or knit a narrow scalloped edging separately and sew it on.

Sleeves

1. Pick up or sew in sleeves at the armhole.
2. Knit sleeves full enough to look puffy, but not oversized.
3. Taper gently to the cuff.
4. End with a simple cuff edge that sits neatly above the hands.

The sleeves in the image are slightly roomy and rounded, helping the whole outfit feel soft and old-fashioned.

Yoke Floral Decoration

This is one of the most important details. The upper jacket features an arc of narcissus flowers and green leaves running from one shoulder across the yoke to the other shoulder.

• Base line: stitch soft green leaf sprays first, angled upward from the center front toward the shoulders.
• Main blooms: place larger white flowers with yellow centers above the greenery.
• Spacing: cluster flowers along the yoke with a gentle garland effect.
• Extra buds: add tiny yellow buds near the shoulders.

The floral work should feel denser here than on the skirt. This visual balance matches the image, where the jacket yoke acts almost like a floral collar.

Bonnet

The bonnet is made in the same milk-tea color as the bunny. It covers the top and back of the head and includes a cream decorative trim around the face opening. The ears fall from beneath it.

1. CO for the face opening edge.
2. Work the bonnet upward and backward in rows, increasing slightly to cover the crown.
3. Shape the back head curve with short rows or gradual decreases.
4. Leave openings or seams positioned so the ears sit naturally outside the bonnet structure.
5. Finish the lower sides long enough to frame the cheeks.

The face opening should be snug but not tight. The bonnet should lightly cup the forehead and cheeks, not stand away from the head.

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Bonnet Trim

Knit or crochet a slim cream cord or scalloped trim and sew it around the face opening. In the image, this trim is narrow, delicate, and softly raised.

Ties

Make two thin cream ties and attach at the lower bonnet edge. Tie them in a small bow under the chin. Add one tiny button at the neck area if you want the same decorative finish shown in the image.

Tiny Handbag

The bag is a small knitted handbag in the same milk-tea beige tone. It is simple, rounded, and softly structured, with one short handle.

1. Knit two small rectangles or rounded panels for front and back.
2. Add a narrow strip gusset for depth.
3. Sew together firmly and stuff very lightly or leave empty.
4. Knit a short curved handle and attach securely.

The bag should reach about the bunny’s lower arm height when placed beside it. Keep the proportions miniature and sweet.

Narcissus Bouquet

The bouquet includes several tiny white narcissus flowers with yellow centers on green stems, gathered together and tied with a pale wrap.

1. Knit or embroider several tiny flower heads separately.
2. Each flower should have white petals and a bright yellow center.
3. Attach each bloom to a thin green knitted cord or wrapped stem.
4. Gather 5 to 7 stems together.
5. Wrap the base with cream yarn and secure.

The bouquet looks freshly picked rather than formal. Let the flower heads sit at slightly different heights.

Folded Cloth

This small folded piece looks like a tiny blanket, shawl, or cloth. It is beige with a cream border and is placed folded near the bunny.

1. Knit a small rectangle in beige.
2. Add a cream border by picking up stitches around the edges or sewing on an i-cord style trim.
3. Fold into a neat square or rectangle.

Keep the fabric flat and smooth. It should look like a small accessory for display, not a thick pillow.

Little Bird

The bird is tiny and rounded, with a taupe-lilac head and wings, an olive body, a yellow beak, yellow feet, and small red buttons or chest dots.

1. Knit the body as a small oval shape in olive.
2. Shape the head in taupe-lilac with a gentle forehead curve.
3. Knit two tiny wings and sew at the sides.
4. Add a small yellow beak.
5. Embroider or attach tiny eyes.
6. Add two or three small rust-red chest details.
7. Make tiny yellow feet and balance the bird so it stands when leaned.

The bird should be distinctly smaller than the handbag. It is an accent piece, not a second main character.

Making the Floral Details Look Clean

For the best finish, block the dress and jacket before adding duplicate stitch flowers. This prevents distortion and keeps the petals even.

• Use short stitches for petals so they stay crisp.
• Keep green leaf stitches narrow and vertical.
• Hide yarn tails inside the fabric carefully.
• Do not pull embroidery too tight.
• Mirror the yoke motif from left to right for balance.

If you prefer stranded knitting, you may chart the flowers instead, but duplicate stitch gives better control for this specific image.

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Assembly Order

1. Sew head to body.
2. Attach ears to the upper side areas of the head.
3. Sew arms and legs in place.
4. Fit and secure shoes.
5. Dress the bunny in the beige dress.
6. Add the jacket and close neatly at the neckline if desired.
7. Put on the bonnet and tie under the chin.
8. Arrange the accessories around the bunny for display.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Place the eyes low and wide on the face, leaving a soft calm expression. They should sit symmetrically on either side of the muzzle area.

Embroider a small inverted triangle nose in dark brown or taupe. From the center, stitch a short vertical line downward, then split into a simple bunny mouth.

Keep the mouth tiny. The image shows a delicate face, not a cartoon expression. Lightly shade the nose area with matching yarn if you want extra depth, but stay subtle.

Sew the head so it sits straight and stable. Adjust the bonnet after the facial features are complete so the trim frames the cheeks evenly.

Care Notes

• Handle the floral stitching gently.
• Store away from direct sunlight to protect cream and yellow shades.
• Keep display accessories together in a box or fabric bag.
• Do not pull the bonnet ties too tightly.
• Use light steaming only if reshaping is needed.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Are both ears equal in length and placed evenly?
• Does the bonnet frame the face closely?
• Are the eyes level and softly spaced?
• Does the jacket yoke floral garland look balanced?
• Are the skirt flowers scattered, not crowded?
• Do the shoe straps sit evenly?
• Are the handbag, bouquet, cloth, and bird all scaled small enough?

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean with a soft cloth and cool water whenever possible. Avoid soaking unless absolutely necessary.

If full washing is needed, hand wash gently in cool water with a mild wool-safe cleanser. Press out moisture in a towel and reshape while damp.

Dry flat on a clean towel. Support the ears, bonnet, sleeves, and shoes so they dry in the correct shape.

Store the bunny stuffed but not compressed. Acid-free tissue around the bonnet, bouquet, and jacket can help preserve the display look over time.