Freesia Melody Bunny – Crochet

This sweet amigurumi set brings together a soft bunny doll, a tiny squirrel friend, a pastel backpack, a flower bud pouch, and a small tied journal. The look feels gentle and collectible, like a handmade bunny doll you might search for as spring nursery decor, an heirloom toy, or a gift for Easter baskets.

The colors are light and calm, with blush pink, pale blue, butter yellow, cream, and lavender working together beautifully. If you love browsing for amigurumi animals, crochet bunny dolls, handmade plush companions, or cottagecore nursery gifts, this set gives you every charming detail in one coordinated design.

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Overview

This design includes five main pieces:

• A standing bunny doll with long floppy ears
• A brimmed hat with a freesia-style flower accent
• A pink top and pale blue dress with floral trim
• A matching backpack, tiny flower bud pouch, and journal
• A small squirrel companion wearing a striped dress and little hat

The finished bunny should look slim and neat rather than oversized. The head is large and round, the body is narrow and softly stuffed, and the limbs are tidy with clean shaping. Keep your stitches tight throughout so the surface stays smooth and the stuffing does not show.

Materials

• Light worsted or sport-weight cotton yarn in cream, blush pink, pale blue, butter yellow, white, soft lavender, green, tan, medium brown, and a tiny amount of black
• 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm crochet hook
• Black safety eyes for the bunny
• Small black beads or embroidered eyes for the squirrel
• Polyfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Small snap, button, or hidden stitched closure for the backpack flap
• Thin cardboard or plastic canvas for the journal cover insert if desired
• Craft wire is optional for flower stems, but not required

Abbreviations

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

Size and Gauge

With the yarn and hook above, the bunny stands about 10 to 11 inches tall including the hat. The squirrel stands about 4 inches tall. The backpack should reach roughly the bunny’s hip to waist height. The journal should sit neatly near one foot and look like a small hand-sized notebook.

Exact gauge is less important than proportion. Your stitches should be tight, even, and compact. If the fabric feels loose or shows stuffing, go down a hook size. The clean finish is important because the photographed pieces all have a polished amigurumi texture.

Color Placement Notes

• Bunny skin: soft cream
• Bunny top: blush pink
• Bunny dress and shoes: pale blue
• Hat: butter yellow
• Hat flower petals: white with yellow center
• Leafy stems and vine trim: green
• Dress flowers: white, yellow, lavender, and lilac
• Squirrel body: warm tan with darker tail
• Squirrel dress: narrow pastel stripes
• Squirrel hat: pale blue and blush with a white-yellow flower

Bunny Head

Work in continuous rounds unless noted.

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. Rnds 10-19: sc around. (54)

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Insert the eyes between Rnds 13 and 14 with about 9 stitches between them. The face in the image is calm and centered. Do not place the eyes too high. They should sit slightly below the widest line of the head for a gentle childlike expression.

Embroider a tiny nose in soft beige or light pink midway between the eyes and 3 rounds lower. Make a short horizontal triangle or soft “Y” shape. Keep it very small. The photographed bunny has a delicate mouth area, not a bold cartoon snout.

11. Rnd 20: 7 sc, dec around. (48)
12. Rnd 21: 6 sc, dec around. (42)
13. Rnd 22: 5 sc, dec around. (36)
14. Rnd 23: 4 sc, dec around. (30)

Stuff the head firmly, shaping it round and smooth. Add extra stuffing in the cheeks so the face looks full. Avoid overstuffing the lower opening because the neck needs space for shaping and secure joining.

15. Rnd 24: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
16. Rnd 25: 2 sc, dec around. (18)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to the neck later.

Bunny Ears Make 2

The ears are long, narrow, and softly tapered with a relaxed drape. They should hang from beneath the hat and reach almost to the waistline.

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. Rnds 5-8: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 9: 10 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec. (22)
7. Rnd 10: sc around. (22)
8. Rnd 11: 9 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec. (20)
9. Rnds 12-24: sc around. (20)
10. Rnd 25: 8 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec. (18)
11. Rnds 26-36: sc around. (18)

Flatten the top opening and sew closed. Do not stuff the ears. If you want the same soft weight seen in the image, you may add the tiniest strip of stuffing only in the lowest third, but keep most of the ear flat.

Sew the ears to the sides of the head around Rnds 6 to 8, angled slightly backward. They should emerge low enough that the hat can sit over their base without bulging.

Neck and Body

The body is slender with a gentle pear shape. It should support the dress without looking bulky.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR using cream. (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: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 6: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
7. Rnd 7: sc around. (30)
8. Rnd 8: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
9. Rnds 9-14: sc around. (36)
10. Rnd 15: 4 sc, dec around. (30)
11. Rnd 16: sc around. (30)
12. Rnd 17: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
13. Rnd 18: sc around. (24)

Stuff as you go, especially the lower half. The upper torso should be slightly firmer than the waist to keep the neck stable. If you want the bunny to stand well for display, insert a small internal support between the legs and body, though this is optional.

Legs Make 2

The legs are cream with attached pale blue shoes. The feet are small and neat, not oversized.

Shoe Base

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in second ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side 4 sc, inc in last st. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: sc around in BLO. (20)
5. Rnd 4: 5 sc, 5 dec, 5 sc. (15)
6. Rnd 5: sc around. Change to cream on final stitch. (15)

Leg

6. Rnds 6-15: sc around. (15)

Stuff the shoe firmly and the leg moderately. Flatten the top slightly. Fasten off the first leg. Make the second leg and continue without cutting yarn. Join the legs with 3 chains.

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Lower Body Join

1. Rnd 1: Crochet around first leg, sc across the joining chains, around second leg, sc across other side of chains. (36)
2. Rnd 2-4: sc around. (36)

Continue into the body instructions above if you prefer building the bunny from the feet upward. Either method works as long as the proportions remain the same.

Arms Make 2

The sleeves are blush pink with small cream hands peeking out. The arms are straight, gently rounded, and hang to the sides of the skirt.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR using cream. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc around. (12)
4. Change to blush pink.
5. Rnds 4-15: sc around. (12)

Stuff only the hand and lower forearm lightly. Flatten the top and sew to the body just under the collar line. Angle the arms slightly downward so the hands rest near the flower trim on the dress.

Pink Top and Collar

The pink upper section looks like a soft long-sleeve top under the dress, with a folded collar or cowl at the neckline. You can build this effect in two layers.

Upper Body Cover

Using blush pink, work rows around the torso or create a fitted tube separately. If making separately:

1. Ch enough to fit around upper torso snugly. Join without twisting.
2. Work even rounds of sc for a fitted blouse section that covers from neckline to just below the underarm.
3. Add two sleeves directly into the arm openings or sew a sleeve tube to each side.

For the best match to the image, keep the torso smooth and plain. The visual interest comes from the pale blue dress layered over it. The collar should look soft and slightly folded, not stiff.

Collar

1. Join blush pink at neckline.
2. Work 1 round of hdc evenly around.
3. Work 1 more round in BLO to create a fold.
4. Finish with a gentle outward roll.

You may lightly tack the collar down at the front so it sits neatly beneath the hat brim and around the neck, just like the photographed piece.

Pale Blue Dress

The dress is the focal garment. It has a fitted bib-like bodice, broad skirt, and flower-trimmed hem. The skirt falls just above the knees and flares softly.

Bodice Front

1. Using pale blue, ch 14.
2. Row 1: Starting in second ch, 13 sc. Turn.
3. Rows 2-8: sc across. Turn.

This rectangle forms the front bib. Check width against the bunny torso. It should cover the chest cleanly and sit above the waistline.

Shoulder Straps

1. Join yarn at one upper corner, ch 12, sl st to back of bodice area.
2. Repeat on opposite side.

Sew the lower edge of the bib to the torso. Secure the straps at the back. The photographed bib is plain and smooth, so avoid decorative edging here.

Skirt

Join pale blue at the lower edge of the bodice and around the waist. Work in joined rounds or continuous rounds.

1. Rnd 1: Evenly place dc around the waistline. Aim for 36 to 42 sts depending on your doll size.
2. Rnd 2: dc around.
3. Rnd 3: 5 dc, inc around.
4. Rnd 4: dc around.
5. Rnd 5: 6 dc, inc around.
6. Rnd 6: dc around.
7. Rnd 7: 7 dc, inc around.
8. Rnd 8: dc around.
9. Rnd 9: sc around in BLO to calm the flare slightly.
10. Rnd 10: dc around.

The skirt should widen smoothly but not become ruffled. The image shows a rounded A-line silhouette. End the skirt around knee level. Add one final round of sc or hdc for a tidy hem before attaching the flower vine.

Lower Pink Underskirt Edge

A blush pink edge peeks out beneath the blue skirt. This detail helps define the layered clothing.

1. Join blush yarn to unused front loops or to the inside base of the skirt.
2. Work 1 round of sc.
3. Work a soft scallop: skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next st. Repeat around.

Keep the scallops small. They should be visible but subtle under the blue layer.

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Flower Vine Trim for Dress

This trim runs across the lower front of the dress and rises toward both sides, creating a garland effect. Make the vine first, then add flowers and buds.

Vine

1. With green, ch a length that matches the front hem curve from one side seam to the other.
2. Work back along chain with sl st or very tight sc.
3. Add tiny side leaves by chaining 3, sl st back, then rejoining the main vine every few stitches.

Sew the vine in a soft upward curve. The center should dip slightly while the side ends rise. This placement matches the balanced floral swag visible in the image.

Open Flowers

Make several small five-petal blossoms in white and pale yellow.

1. In MR, repeat 5 times: ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st.
2. Pull ring closed.
3. Embroider or knot a yellow center.

Make about 5 to 7 open blossoms for the bunny dress, plus extra for the hat and squirrel hat.

Closed Buds

Make teardrop buds in yellow, lavender, and lilac.

1. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR.
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (8)
3. Rnd 3: sc around.
4. Rnd 4: dec around. (4)

Finish with a tiny green cap by joining green and working small sl sts or 3 tiny chains at the top. Lightly stuff if needed. Sew buds between flowers along the vine.

Arrange the largest blossoms near the center front and place the smaller buds toward the sides. Let a few flowers climb upward near each hand, exactly like the photographed layout.

Blue Shoes and Cross Straps

The bunny shoes are simple Mary Jane style flats with crisscross ankle ties.

1. After finishing each foot, join pale blue at the ankle edge.
2. Work 1 decorative round of sc.
3. For straps, chain a long narrow cord.
4. Cross the cord over the front ankle and tack at each side.

The crisscross should look delicate. Do not make thick bands. The shoe opening remains visible at the top of the foot.

Hat

The hat is a rounded cloche with a soft downward brim. It should sit low on the forehead and cover the ear joins.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR using butter yellow. (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. Rnds 9-15: sc around. (48)
10. Rnd 16: work in FLO, 7 sc, inc around. (54)
11. Rnd 17: sc around. (54)
12. Rnd 18: 8 sc, inc around. (60)
13. Rnd 19: sc around. (60)

If you want more structure, add a thin line of fabric stiffener only to the brim edge. Keep the crown soft. The finished hat should tilt slightly downward and feel gentle, not rigid.

Hat Flower Accent

Make one open flower in white with a rich yellow center and two small buds. Add one or two green leaves. Sew the cluster near the right side of the brim.

The flower should angle outward and upward. Keep the embellishment compact so it does not overwhelm the bunny’s face.

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Backpack

The backpack is pale blue and boxy with a front pocket, flap, side shape, and two shoulder straps. It sits beside the bunny rather than being worn in the image, but it should be fully shaped.

Main Panels

• Front panel: crochet a rectangle in sc
• Back panel: same size as front
• Side gusset: one long strip that wraps sides and base
• Flap: short rectangle with rounded lower corners
• Front pocket: small rectangle sewn to lower front

Use tight rows of sc for all pieces. Join panels neatly with sc through both loops or whipstitch. Add a tiny cream button or embroidered dot to the flap center for the closure detail seen in the photo.

Straps and Handle

1. Ch two narrow strap lengths and one short handle.
2. Work back with sl st or sc.
3. Sew two straps to the back panel and one handle at the top.

The backpack should hold a clean rectangular shape with softly rounded edges. Keep it minimal and polished.

Flower Bud Pouch

This tiny accessory looks like a pastel bud or closed blossom with a green top loop. It can be made as a small drawstring pouch or decorative pouch.

1. Start at base with lavender or pale pink: 6 sc in MR.
2. Increase to 18 or 24 sts over several rounds.
3. Work even rounds to create a small bell shape.
4. Change colors in soft stripes of lavender, blush, and cream if desired.
5. Decrease slightly near top.

For the petal points around the lower edge, join a second color and make tiny shell or picot shapes. At the top, add a green stem loop and two small leaves. This piece should be very small and whimsical.

Journal

The journal is simple but adds storytelling charm. Make two brown rectangles for the cover. If you want a firmer result, insert cardboard between two crocheted layers.

1. Crochet one long rectangle that folds into front cover, spine, and back cover.
2. Optionally crochet or cut tiny cream pages and insert inside.
3. Wrap a thin dark brown cord around the center and tie at the front.

Keep the journal flat, small, and neat. It should look like a pocket notebook placed beside the bunny’s feet.

Squirrel Companion

The small companion has a rounded head, compact body, tiny arms, short legs, and a tall curved tail. The expression should feel friendly and quiet so it matches the gentle mood of the bunny.

Head and Body

1. Head: work a round tan head similar to a basic amigurumi animal head, about half the size of the bunny head.
2. Add small black eyes low on the face.
3. Embroider a tiny nose and short smile.
4. Body: crochet a small pear-shaped torso in tan.

Join the head and body securely. The squirrel in the image has a compact build, so keep the neck very short.

Ears

Make two tiny half-circle ears in tan. Sew them high on the head but leave room for the small hat.

Tail

Use a darker brown than the body. Crochet a long tube, lightly stuff, and curve it upward behind the body. Taper slightly at the tip. Sew firmly so it stands in a graceful arc.

Arms and Legs

Make tiny limbs in tan and sew close to the body. The squirrel should stand steadily when posed against support, but the proportions matter more than strict free standing.

Squirrel Dress

The dress is striped in pale blue, blush, cream, and maybe a whisper of mint. Work a small fitted bodice and flared skirt. Use narrow stripes, just one or two rounds each, so the garment looks delicate rather than bold.

Add a simple rounded collar line if desired, but keep it understated. The photo shows the stripes carrying most of the visual detail.

Squirrel Hat

Make a tiny shallow hat with pale stripes and a slim brim. Add one small white flower with a yellow center on the side. This should echo the bunny hat without copying it exactly.

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Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Sew the head to the body with the face centered
• Attach ears so they fall naturally beneath the hat
• Sew arms just below the collar
• Dress the bunny, then position the flower vine trim carefully
• Add the hat last and secure with a few hidden stitches
• Check that the eyes, nose, and collar all sit straight from the front view

Use tiny shaping stitches if needed under the eyes or at the neck to refine the face. Keep every detail soft and balanced.

Care Notes

• Spot clean whenever possible
• Handle flower petals gently during cleaning
• Store the journal and mini accessories separately if gifting
• Avoid rough pulling on the backpack straps and hat flower

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Bunny head is round and smooth
• Ears hang evenly
• Hat sits low and neat
• Dress hem flares softly
• Flower colors are balanced across the front
• Shoes have crisscross ties
• Backpack flap closes neatly
• Squirrel tail curves upward
• All accessories match the soft pastel palette

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Use cool water, a mild soap, and gentle pressing rather than scrubbing. Reshape the hat brim, ears, skirt, and flowers while damp. Let every piece dry flat away from direct sun. For long-term storage, keep the set in a breathable box with tissue support under the hat and skirt.