Nasturtium Butter-Canopy Bunny – Crochet

This charming bunny doll set brings together a soft spring rabbit, a flared flower dress, a rounded apron, a floppy sun hat, tiny shoes, a leaf-shaped bag, loose nasturtium blooms, a miniature watering can, and a small duck companion. It has the warm look of a handmade collectible plush toy that many shoppers search for as an amigurumi bunny doll, nursery gift, or artisan crochet decor piece.

The color palette of butter yellow, marigold, orange, cream, leaf green, and soft tan gives the whole set a cozy cottage-garden feel. If you enjoy making heirloom-style stuffed animals that also fit giftable keywords like handmade bunny doll, crochet stuffed rabbit, and seasonal nursery decor, this design is especially lovely to make and display.

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Materials

• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in cream, light taupe, butter yellow, golden yellow, bright orange, tan, leaf green, dark green, warm red, and flower yellow
• 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm crochet hook, or size needed to keep stitches tight
• Polyester stuffing
• Black safety eyes, about 8 mm to 10 mm for the bunny
• Small black beads or very small safety eyes for the duck
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Straight pins for assembly
• Small amount of pink embroidery thread or blush thread for cheek tint details
• Thin cardboard or plastic canvas optional for stabilizing the apron and bag base

Finished Size

The bunny stands at approximately 11 to 12 inches tall from the bottom of the shoes to the top of the head. The hat adds extra height and width. The duck companion is about 4 inches tall. The watering can is about 2 inches wide. The leaf bag is about 3 inches tall without the strap.

Yarn Color Notes

• Cream: bunny head, muzzle area, body, arms, legs
• Light taupe: ears and hat
• Butter yellow: shawl, bodice, apron edging, duck outfit
• Golden yellow and bright orange: skirt stripes and flower details
• Tan: bunny shoes and bag base
• Leaf green and dark green: stems, leaves, bag top, flower foliage
• Red, orange, golden yellow: nasturtium blossoms

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
• rnd = round

Construction Overview

The bunny is made in separate pieces and assembled carefully so the proportions match the photo. The head is large and softly rounded. The body is smaller and hidden partly by the dress. The ears are long, flat, and floppy. The hat is shallow at the crown with a wide rippled brim.

The clothing is built in layers. First make the bunny body and limbs. Then crochet the dress directly as separate garment sections: bodice, skirt, apron, and shawl collar. Floral surface details are added afterward so the front looks richly decorated without making the fabric bulky everywhere else.

Bunny Head

Head in Cream

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: 8 sc, inc around. (60)
11. Rnd 11: 9 sc, inc around. (66)
12. Rnd 12 to 24: sc around. (66)

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Place the eyes between Rnds 16 and 17 with about 12 visible stitches between them. The face in the image is gentle and centered, so avoid placing the eyes too high or too wide. Add stuffing gradually and keep the cheeks full but not hard.

1. Rnd 25: 9 sc, dec around. (60)
2. Rnd 26: 8 sc, dec around. (54)
3. Rnd 27: 7 sc, dec around. (48)
4. Rnd 28: 6 sc, dec around. (42)
5. Rnd 29: 5 sc, dec around. (36)
6. Rnd 30: 4 sc, dec around. (30)
7. Rnd 31: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
8. Rnd 32: 2 sc, dec around. (18)

Stuff firmly, making sure the chin remains softly rounded rather than pointed. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Muzzle Shaping and Facial Embroidery

Using cream yarn, make one small oval muzzle pad if you want extra projection. The photo shows only a very subtle muzzle, so keep it flat and light.

1. Ch 6.
2. Work around the chain: 4 sc, 3 sc in last ch, continue on opposite side with 3 sc, inc in last st. (12)
3. Next rnd: inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc. (18)

Fasten off, lightly stuff only if needed, then sew centered between the eyes. Embroider a tiny soft pink nose shaped like a short horizontal triangle. Add one straight stitch downward and a tiny split stitch at the lower end for the mouth.

For the faint cheeks, use a few strands of pale pink thread or lightly brushed blush yarn. Keep the cheek tint small and low, just under the eyes, to preserve the calm expression.

Bunny Body

Body in Cream

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 14: sc around. (24)
9. Rnd 15: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
10. Rnd 16 to 18: sc around. (18)

Stuff the body firmly at the lower half and more lightly at the upper chest. The photo shows a neat, straight-standing rabbit with only a slight belly. Fasten off with a long tail.

Legs

Make 2 Legs in Cream

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 6: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 7: 4 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 2 sc. (16)
6. Rnd 8 to 18: sc around. (16)

Stuff the foot firmly and the upper leg moderately. Flatten the top opening and fasten off. Leave a sewing tail. The legs in the image are straight, slim, and parallel, with only a small gap between them.

Arms

Make 2 Arms in Cream

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 16: sc around. (10)

Stuff only the lower half so the arms remain soft and slightly flexible. Flatten the top and fasten off with a tail for sewing. The hands are simple rounded tubes without separate fingers.

Ears

Make 2 Ears in Light Taupe

The ears are long, flat, softly tapered, and hang straight down from beneath the hat. They should reach to about the waist area once attached.

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 7: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 8: 10 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec. (22)
7. Rnd 9 to 11: sc around. (22)
8. Rnd 12: 9 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec. (20)
9. Rnd 13 to 15: sc around. (20)
10. Rnd 16: 8 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec. (18)
11. Rnd 17 to 24: sc around. (18)

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Flatten each ear and sc through both sides across the opening to close. Do not stuff. Lightly steam or finger-shape so each ear curves inward a little. Sew to the sides of the head, slightly behind the eye line.

Hat

Butter-Canopy Hat in Light Taupe

This hat is shallow and soft with a dramatic wavy brim. It sits low on the forehead and frames the face closely. Keep the crown neat and the brim flexible, not stiff.

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 to 13: sc around. (48)
10. Rnd 14: BLO sc around. (48)
11. Rnd 15: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
12. Rnd 16: sc around. (54)
13. Rnd 17: 8 sc, inc around. (60)
14. Rnd 18: sc around. (60)
15. Rnd 19: 9 sc, inc around. (66)

For the soft ruffle edge, work one decorative round: 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc over 5 stitches, repeating around. Adjust the repeat slightly at the end if needed. This gives the brim the gentle rippling edge seen in the image.

Dress

Bodice in Butter Yellow

The dress fits over the body and opens enough to slide on before final stitching. It has a simple sleeveless structure under the shawl collar. The front is smooth and slightly high, covering the upper chest.

Work from the top down in joined rounds or rows depending on your preference. A row-based bodice gives the cleanest front panel for embroidery and attached flowers.

1. Ch 26.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (25)
3. Row 2 to 6: ch 1, turn, sc across. (25)

Wrap this around the bunny chest. Join into a ring, leaving a narrow back opening if preferred. Add a few decrease stitches at the underarm area so the fit hugs the body.

Now work downward around the lower edge of the bodice.

1. Rnd 1: sc evenly around. About 30 stitches.
2. Rnd 2: sc around.
3. Rnd 3: 4 sc, inc around.
4. Rnd 4: sc around.

Skirt in Golden Yellow and Bright Orange

The skirt is wide, rounded, and ends around the ankle area. It flares outward strongly, so make increases regularly. The color blocking in the image shows warm yellow through the middle, bright golden tone above, and a stronger orange stripe along the hem.

1. Continue from bodice lower edge.
2. Rnd 5: 4 sc, inc around.
3. Rnd 6: sc around.
4. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc around.
5. Rnd 8: sc around.
6. Rnd 9: switch to golden yellow, sc around.
7. Rnd 10: 6 sc, inc around.
8. Rnd 11: sc around.
9. Rnd 12: 7 sc, inc around.
10. Rnd 13: switch to bright orange, sc around.
11. Rnd 14: 8 sc, inc around.
12. Rnd 15: sc around.

Finish with one round of hdc or dc at the hem if you want a slightly fuller swing. The skirt should hold a gentle bell shape. Sew or tack the dress in place at the back and shoulders so it stays smooth.

Shawl Collar

Butter Yellow Shoulder Cape

This piece creates the soft layered shoulder panels seen over the dress. It resembles a small capelet with two rounded front flaps.

1. Ch 34.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (33)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc across.
4. Row 3: ch 1, turn, dec, sc across to last 2 sts, dec.
5. Row 4: sc across.
6. Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until the piece curves gently around the neck and shoulders.

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To create the rounded front panels, continue working short rows at each end or crochet two extra oval flaps separately and sew them beneath the collar edge. Add a simple scalloped border around the outer edge by working sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st in repeated groups.

Sew the collar around the neckline so it covers the shoulders and falls low over the upper arms.

Apron

Rounded Apron in Golden Yellow with Cream Edge

The apron sits centered on the skirt and is slightly puffed outward. It is wide at the bottom and narrow at the top, with a cream outline and a floral cluster near the lower right side.

1. Ch 12.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (11)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, inc, sc across to last st, inc. (13)
4. Row 3: sc across.
5. Row 4: inc, sc across, inc. (15)
6. Row 5: sc across.
7. Row 6: inc, sc across, inc. (17)
8. Row 7: sc across.
9. Row 8: inc, sc across, inc. (19)
10. Row 9: sc across.
11. Row 10: inc, sc across, inc. (21)

Now round the lower corners by crocheting evenly around the piece, placing 3 sc in each lower corner and working a narrow top edge. Continue one more round in cream for the border. Add a small chain or narrow strap to each upper corner and stitch them around the waist.

Bunny Shoes

Make 2 Shoes in Tan with Cream Toe Details

The shoes are simple Mary Jane style slippers with a slightly rounded toe and little white oval accents on the front. They should fit closely over the feet and rise just above the ankle.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: starting in second ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, continue on opposite side with 4 sc, inc. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: BLO sc 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)

Flatten the heel slightly and stitch to shape. Add a tiny strap across the top if desired. For the cream toe accents, crochet or embroider two tiny vertical ovals on each shoe front.

Front Floral Embellishments on Dress

Upper Bodice Flower Band

The front bodice has a horizontal line of leaves and flowers. There are three prominent flowers and several green leaves filling the space. Arrange them before sewing so the spacing matches the image.

Small Leaf

1. Ch 6.
2. Starting in second ch from hook: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.
3. Work on opposite side of chain: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Make 6 to 8 leaves in two shades of green.

Small Flower

1. With flower color, 5 sc in MR.
2. Join with sl st.
3. In each stitch work: sl st, ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st.

This creates 5 rounded petals. Make one in yellow and two in red-orange tones. Add a small contrasting center with French knots or a wrapped yarn stitch.

Apron Flower Cluster

The apron has one large flower with layered petals and two round green leaves beside it. The flower is positioned low and slightly to the right.

Large Layered Nasturtium Flower

1. With orange or yellow, make 5 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (10)
3. Round 3: in each pair of stitches, work one petal as: sl st, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sl st.

For a fuller look, make a second flower layer in a contrasting color and stitch it beneath the first at a slight angle. Embroider fine radiating lines from the center outward in a darker tone to mimic the flower veining seen in the photo.

Round Lily-Pad Leaves

1. With green, 6 sc in MR.
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)

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Fasten off. Embroider star-like vein lines from the center to the edge. Make two.

Loose Nasturtium Flowers

The photo shows several extra blossoms placed on the wood beside the bunny. These are quick to make and add to the whole display. Make at least five in orange, deep red, and yellow combinations.

1. Make a 5-petal flower as described above.
2. Add a second tone to the center with a few straight stitches.
3. Attach a short green chain stem if desired.

For the bundled greenery beside the bag, crochet 8 to 12 lengths of ch 12 to ch 16 in green. Knot them together at one end and wrap with tan yarn to imitate a tied herb or stem bundle.

Leaf-Shaped Bag

Bag Base in Tan

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: 7 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 6 sc on opposite side, inc. (18)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 6 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, 2 inc. (24)
4. Rnd 3 to 7: sc around. (24)

Stuff lightly or place a small base insert if you want the bag to stand upright.

Leaf Flap in Green

1. Ch 11.
2. Work around chain to form an oval leaf.
3. Increase gently at both ends for 3 to 4 rounds until the flap covers the bag top.

Embroider strong leaf veins in a lighter green or cream. Add a short stem nub at the top. Stitch the flap to the back upper edge of the bag. Crochet a strap long enough to arch upward and sew to both sides.

Mini Watering Can

Watering Can in Soft Gray

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. Rnd 8: BLO sc around. (18)
6. Rnd 9: 1 sc, dec around. (12)

Stuff lightly. For the top opening, stop stuffing near the top and shape the rim slightly inward. Flatten the very top if needed and embroider a ring edge.

Spout

1. Ch 7.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 2, sc 2, hdc 2.

Roll lightly and stitch to the front side. Add a tiny round tip if desired.

Handle

1. Ch 10.
2. Sl st back along chain.

Attach from one side of the can to the other in a neat arch.

Duck Companion

Duck Head and Body in Pale Yellow or Cream

The duck is tiny, rounded, and dressed to echo the bunny. Its beak is orange, the hat is tan-yellow, and the little apron dress uses the same warm palette as the bunny outfit.

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. Rnd 8: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
6. Rnd 9 to 12: sc around. (12)
7. Rnd 13: 4 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 2 sc. (14)
8. Rnd 14 to 16: sc around. (14)

Stuff well and fasten off. Add tiny black eyes close together on the upper face.

Duck Beak

1. With orange, ch 4.
2. Work 2 sc, 3 sc in last ch, then 1 sc on opposite side, inc. (8)

Sew flat across the face.

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Duck Wings

Make 2 tiny ovals in pale yellow or cream and sew at the sides.

Duck Dress and Apron

Use the same method as the bunny dress but much smaller. Make a narrow yellow bodice, a flared skirt with yellow and orange bands, and a tiny cream-edged apron. Keep it simple but recognizable.

Duck Hat

Make a very small round hat with a shallow crown and little brim in tan-yellow. Sew one tiny flower at the side or back. Add two short brown straps over the shoulders to suggest backpack straps, matching the image.

Assembly

1. Sew the legs evenly to the lower body so the bunny stands straight.
2. Sew the body to the head with careful pinning first.
3. Attach the arms at shoulder height, tucked slightly under the shawl collar.
4. Sew the ears to the sides of the head, then place the hat over them.
5. Slide the dress onto the bunny and tack closed at the back.
6. Sew the shawl collar around the neckline.
7. Tie or stitch the apron in the center front.
8. Put on and secure the shoes.
9. Sew the bodice flowers, leaves, and apron flower cluster in place.

Keep checking the front view as you work. The charm of this design comes from the symmetry of the bunny face and the balanced placement of the floral details.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

After the head is attached, use a tapestry needle to shape the face very lightly if needed. A tiny pull inward beneath each eye can give a softer expression. Keep this subtle. Add the nose, mouth, and cheek tint only after the hat and ears are in place so the face remains centered visually.

Sew the hat low enough to cast a gentle frame around the face. The ears should still be visible beneath it and fall almost straight down. Position the apron so the large flower sits slightly off-center, matching the original composition.

Care Notes

• Display indoors away from strong direct sunlight
• Handle the floral appliqués gently since layered petals can catch on rough surfaces
• If making this for a child, embroider all facial features instead of using safety eyes
• Store the loose accessories together so the full set stays complete

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is round and firmly stuffed
• Eyes are evenly placed and low enough for a gentle expression
• Ears are long, flat, and symmetrical
• Hat brim ripples softly and sits low
• Dress flares outward with visible warm color bands
• Apron is centered with cream edging
• Upper bodice flowers and leaves are balanced
• Large apron flower and round leaves are attached securely
• Shoes sit evenly on both feet
• Duck, watering can, bag, blossoms, and stem bundle all match the same color story

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For routine care, dust the bunny and accessories with a soft dry brush or a clean makeup brush. Avoid pulling at petals, apron edges, or the duck hat brim. If a piece loses shape, reshape it gently by hand rather than stretching the stitches.

For deeper cleaning, spot clean with a cloth dampened in cool water and a very small amount of mild soap. Press gently and never scrub. Blot with a dry towel, then let the item air dry fully on a flat surface away from heat.

If you need long-term storage, wrap each accessory separately in tissue or soft cotton. Store the bunny upright in a breathable container. Avoid plastic bags for extended periods, especially in humid conditions, because trapped moisture can dull yarn and affect stuffing.