This sweet amigurumi set features a beach-ready bunny in a sunny yellow hat, cape collar, dress, and sandals, plus a tiny striped turtle, a textured handbag, loose hibiscus flowers, and small shells. It has the charm of a handmade collectible, nursery decor piece, and giftable crochet doll for spring and summer shoppers.
The finished set is designed for makers who love detailed amigurumi dolls, cute animal plush patterns, and boutique-style crochet decor. With layered clothing, floral embellishments, and seaside accessories, this project creates a display-worthy handmade bunny doll that fits gift, collectible, and artisan toy keywords naturally.
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Pattern Notes
This pattern is written in US English crochet terms. Work tightly so the stuffing does not show through. Use a smaller hook than usual if your stitches are naturally loose. The bunny, turtle, flowers, shells, bag, hat, collar, dress, and sandals are all made separately and assembled at the end.
The design is based on the proportions visible in the image: a round head, softly cylindrical body, long floppy ears, short tapered arms, slim legs, a bell-shaped dress, a wide sun hat, and large hibiscus flowers placed on the hat, collar, skirt, loose on the table, and on the turtle hat.
The clothing is removable only in part. The sandals can be sewn in place for a clean display finish. The dress and collar may be fixed to the body so the silhouette stays exactly as shown. The hat should remain removable until final styling, then it may be lightly tacked near the ears.
Materials
- Fine cotton or cotton-blend yarn in light cream, golden yellow, orange, coral, red, leaf green, tan, pale sage, royal blue, white, beige, blush, and soft peach
- Crochet hook sized to match your yarn tightly; 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm works well for this scale
- Black safety eyes or glossy black beads
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Straight pins for placement
- Optional thin plastic insert or cardboard circle for hat brim support, if desired
- Embroidery thread in pale pink and cream for the nose and mouth area
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
Finished Size
The bunny is approximately 9 to 11 inches tall from foot to top of hat, depending on yarn and tension. The turtle is approximately 3 inches long. The handbag is about 2 inches wide. The loose flowers are about 1.5 to 2 inches across. The shells are tiny accents made to match the scale shown in the image.
Color Planning
- Bunny: light cream
- Dress, collar, hat, sandals: golden yellow
- Main flowers: a mix of yellow, orange, coral, and red with deeper red or golden centers
- Leaves: muted green
- Handbag: warm tan
- Turtle body: pale sage
- Turtle shell stripes: royal blue and white
- Turtle hat: white with a blue band and tiny pink-yellow flowers
- Shells: cream, blush, and sandy beige
Bunny Head
- With light cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc in each st around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around. (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around. (42)
- (6 sc, inc) around. (48)
- (7 sc, inc) around. (54)
- (8 sc, inc) around. (60)
- Sc around for 11 rounds. (60)
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Place the eyes between rounds 15 and 16, with about 10 visible stitches between them. The face in the image is gentle and centered, so keep the eyes low enough to leave forehead space under the hat, but high enough to allow room for a tiny nose and short mouth.
- (8 sc, dec) around. (54)
- (7 sc, dec) around. (48)
- (6 sc, dec) around. (42)
- (5 sc, dec) around. (36)
Begin stuffing firmly. Shape the cheeks softly with your fingers while stuffing. Do not overstuff the lower face or the head will lose its smooth round outline.
- (4 sc, dec) around. (30)
- (3 sc, dec) around. (24)
- (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
Leave a long tail for sewing if you want to attach the head later. If you prefer a no-neck wobble-free result, continue directly into the neck and body as one piece. The display look in the image is neat and stable, so a joined structure works especially well.
Facial Shaping
Using pale pink embroidery thread, make a tiny horizontal nose centered between the eyes, around round 18. Add a short vertical stitch beneath it and a very small soft “Y” or split mouth. Keep this detail delicate. The face should remain minimal and sweet, not heavily outlined.
If desired, add very gentle eye indenting before finishing the head. Pull the thread lightly from one eye position to the other and back again. The effect should be subtle, giving the bunny a calm expression without deep sockets.
Ears Make 2
- With light cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- Sc around for 4 rounds. (24)
- (10 sc, dec) twice. (22)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (22)
- (9 sc, dec) twice. (20)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (20)
- (8 sc, dec) twice. (18)
- Sc around for 8 rounds. (18)
- (7 sc, dec) twice. (16)
- Sc around for 8 rounds. (16)
Flatten the top opening. Do not stuff the ears. Fold slightly lengthwise so they drape naturally. The ears in the image fall down beside the face, reaching to around the upper chest. Make them long, soft, and lightly curved inward at the tips.
Neck and Body
If working continuously from the head, begin the neck now. If not, start with light cream and sew the finished head on later. The body is compact and slightly pear-shaped under the dress. It does not need dramatic curves because the skirt defines the silhouette.
- 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Sc around. (6)
- (Sc, inc) 3 times. (9)
- Sc around. (9)
- (2 sc, inc) 3 times. (12)
- (3 sc, inc) 3 times. (15)
- (4 sc, inc) 3 times. (18)
- (5 sc, inc) 3 times. (21)
- (6 sc, inc) 3 times. (24)
- (7 sc, inc) 3 times. (27)
- Sc around for 6 rounds. (27)
- (7 sc, dec) 3 times. (24)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (24)
Stuff the body firmly, especially the lower half, so the doll stands with support when propped. Fasten off with a long tail if sewing to the head separately. The visible torso is mostly covered, so a smooth even shape matters more than complex shaping.
Legs Make 2
The legs are slim cylinders ending in small flattened feet hidden partly by the yellow sandals. Begin with light cream.
- 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- Sc around in BLO. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- (4 sc, dec) twice. (10)
- Sc around. (10)
- Change shaping: 5 sc, 2 dec, 1 sc. (8)
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Flatten the front of the foot lightly with your fingers. Add a touch of stuffing only in the foot if desired. Continue for the leg shaft.
- Sc around in BLO. (8)
- Sc around for 17 to 20 rounds, depending on your desired leg length. (8)
Do not overstuff. A lightly stuffed leg hangs and poses better. Leave long tails for sewing. Attach the legs to the bottom front of the body so they hang straight down and are slightly spaced apart, matching the stance in the image.
Arms Make 2
- With light cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- (Sc, inc) around. (9)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (9)
- (2 sc, dec) twice, 1 sc. (7)
- Sc around for 10 to 12 rounds. (7)
Add very light stuffing only to the lower half. Flatten the top and sew the arms to the body just below the collar line. Angle them slightly downward so the hands rest beside the skirt rather than pointing outward.
Tail
- With light cream, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- (Sc, dec) around. (8)
Stuff lightly and sew to the lower back. Keep the tail small because it sits under the skirt and should not distort the dress.
Dress Bodice and Skirt
This dress is worked from the top down in golden yellow. It has a smooth yoke and a gently flared skirt. The image shows horizontal round lines, so work in continuous or joined rounds according to your preference, but keep the finish tidy and even.
Bodice
- Ch 24, join carefully without twisting, or create a ring that fits around the upper body just under the arms. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
- Sc around. (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
Try the bodice on the bunny. It should sit snugly around the chest. If needed, adjust the starting chain count slightly based on your yarn. The goal is a fitted upper section with the skirt beginning just below the arms.
Skirt
- In BLO, (5 sc, inc) around. (42)
- Sc around. (42)
- (6 sc, inc) around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- (7 sc, inc) around. (54)
- Sc around. (54)
- (8 sc, inc) around. (60)
- Sc around. (60)
- (9 sc, inc) around. (66)
- Sc around for 3 more rounds. (66)
The skirt should bell outward but still look neat and controlled, not ruffled. Fasten off. Sew or tack the dress to the body at the back and shoulders so it stays centered. The hem should fall above the ankles, leaving the sandals visible.
Cape Collar
The upper collar is a separate circular cape worked in golden yellow. It sits over the shoulders and spreads wide like a round yoke. This is an important visual feature in the image, so do not skip its width and softness.
- Ch 24 and join, or make a neck opening that slips over the head if you prefer a back seam. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (32)
- Sc around. (32)
- (3 sc, inc) around. (40)
- Sc around. (40)
- (4 sc, inc) around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- (5 sc, inc) around. (56)
- Sc around. (56)
Fasten off and place the collar over the neck so it covers the arm joins and top of the bodice. Tack it invisibly at the back and front center. The front edge should sit slightly above the top flowers on the skirt, creating layered depth.
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Sun Hat
The hat is worked from the crown outward in golden yellow. It has a smooth dome and a fairly broad brim that tilts downward. The brim must be wide enough to frame the face and partly cover the ears, as shown.
Crown
- 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around. (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around. (42)
- (6 sc, inc) around. (48)
- (7 sc, inc) around. (54)
Continue sc around for 8 to 10 rounds, or until the dome depth reaches just above the bunny’s head height before the brim begins.
Brim
- In FLO, (8 sc, inc) around. (60)
- Sc around. (60)
- (9 sc, inc) around. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
- (10 sc, inc) around. (72)
- Sc around. (72)
- (11 sc, inc) around. (78)
- Sc around. (78)
If you want a firmer brim, work the final round with a slightly smaller hook or add a hidden support insert. The brim in the image is stable but not stiff. It dips gently around the face and sides.
Sandals Make 2
These sandals are small and dainty, with crossed ankle straps. Make the sole in golden yellow and attach directly to the feet for the cleanest result.
Sole
- Ch 5. Starting in second ch from hook: 3 sc, 3 sc in last ch, working along other side: 2 sc, inc. (10)
- Inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, 2 inc. (16)
- Sc around in BLO. (16)
Straps
Join yarn at one side of the sole near the toe. Ch 6 to 7, anchor across the foot with sl st. Repeat from the opposite side to create the crossed front straps. Then add long ankle ties or stitched straps crossing upward around the ankle. Sew them in an “X” pattern at the front just like the image.
Slip the sandals onto the feet and sew in place. Make sure the toes remain visible and the crossed straps are neat, thin, and symmetrical.
Hibiscus Flowers
The set uses multiple flowers in yellow, orange, coral, and red. Each flower has five petals and a raised center or stamen detail. Make enough flowers for the hat, collar, skirt, loose flowers on the table, and turtle hat. A total of 10 to 12 flowers is ideal depending on your exact arrangement.
Base Flower Make as Needed
- With flower color, 5 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
- For each petal: ch 2, 2 dc, 1 tr, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st in same base stitch. Repeat 5 times.
This creates rounded petals suitable for the larger flowers. For smaller flowers, replace the tr with a dc. Shape each petal with your fingers while weaving in the ends.
Center Detail
With red, gold, or bright yellow, embroider or crochet a tiny center nub. For the prominent hibiscus stamen effect, attach a short chain of 3 to 4 stitches and knot a tiny French-knot-like tip at the end. Keep it short and cute so it does not overpower the flower.
Leaves
- With green, ch 5.
- Starting in second ch: sl st, sc, hdc, sc.
- Work on opposite side if desired: sc, hdc, sl st.
Make one or two leaves for selected flowers, especially those attached to the hat and skirt hem. The leaves in the image are small, rounded, and tucked behind the flowers rather than spreading widely.
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Flower Placement for the Bunny
- Hat: cluster one coral-orange flower with a leaf and a tiny red bud on the left side of the brim
- Collar: one yellow flower on the bunny’s left side and one orange flower on the bunny’s right side
- Skirt front hem: one yellow flower, one coral-orange flower in the center, and one yellow flower on the opposite side, each with green leaves tucked below
- Skirt side accents: add small side flowers peeking from the hem near each hip
- Loose flowers: make at least two extra flowers for display, one red and one yellow
Sew all flowers securely. Overlap some slightly with leaves beneath to create a layered garden effect. Keep the arrangement balanced, with the largest and warmest flower at center front of the skirt.
Handbag
The handbag is a soft tan envelope-style pouch with a flap. It sits at the bunny’s side in the image. Work it as a small rounded rectangle, fold, then add a triangular flap.
- With tan, ch 11.
- Starting in second ch from hook: 9 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 8 sc on opposite side, inc. (22)
- Sc around for 7 rounds. (22)
Fasten off. Flatten the piece so one side becomes the front. For the flap, join yarn at the upper back edge.
- Sc across 10 sts.
- Turn, dec, 6 sc, dec. (8)
- Turn, dec, 4 sc, dec. (6)
- Turn, dec, 2 sc, dec. (4)
- Turn, dec twice. (2)
Fasten off and shape the point. Add a thin strap by chaining 28 to 35 stitches, then sew each end to the sides. The strap may be tucked behind for display if you prefer the bag resting on the table.
Shells
Make three tiny shells in cream, peach, and sand. These are quick accents but they help complete the seaside display.
Scallop Shell
- 6 sc in MR, do not close tightly yet.
- In each stitch work: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st across as needed to form a fan.
Flatten and tighten the ring. Embroider two or three radiating lines from the base upward.
Ridged Shell
- Ch 5.
- Starting in second ch: 4 sc.
- Turn, dec, 2 sc. Then add surface stitches or embroidered ridges.
Keep the shells tiny and softly rounded. They should look decorative, not realistic museum shells.
Turtle
The turtle is small, rounded, and adorable, with a pale green body, black eyes, a striped shell in blue and white, and a white brimmed hat topped with mini flowers. It should feel like a companion piece rather than a large second project.
Head
- With pale sage, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- Sc around for 3 rounds. (24)
- (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- (Sc, dec) around. (12)
Insert small black eyes between rounds 4 and 5. Stuff lightly and fasten off with a tail.
Legs Make 4
- With pale sage, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- (Sc, inc) around. (9)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (9)
Stuff very lightly or leave unstuffed. Flatten the opening for sewing.
Tail
- 4 sc in MR. (4)
- Sc around. (4)
Body Base
- With pale sage, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (30)
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Do not close yet. Sew on the head, four legs, and tail to this underside piece first if that is easier for you.
Shell Top
- With royal blue, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Change to white, inc around. (12)
- Change to royal blue, (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- Change to white, (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- Change to royal blue, (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
- Change to white, (4 sc, inc) around. (36)
- Sc around for 2 rounds in alternating blue and white every round if desired. (36)
Fasten off. Sew the shell top to the body base, stuffing lightly as you close. The shell should be domed and slightly wider than the body, with clear clean stripes.
Turtle Hat
This miniature hat echoes the bunny’s floral styling. Work it in white with a blue band.
- With white, 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc, inc) around. (18)
- Sc around for 2 rounds. (18)
- In FLO, (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
- Sc around in white. (24)
Add a simple blue surface band around the crown. Make two tiny flowers in pink and yellow, then sew them to one side. Stitch the hat to the turtle head at a jaunty angle.
Assembly Order
- Sew the ears to the head, positioned slightly behind the eye line so they fall beside the cheeks
- Attach the head to the body securely
- Sew the arms and legs in place
- Add the tail
- Dress the bunny in the bodice-skirt piece and secure it neatly
- Add the cape collar and tack it flat
- Sew the sandals onto the feet
- Place and sew all bunny flowers and leaves
- Set the hat onto the head and adjust the brim over the ears
- Make and assemble the turtle
- Make the handbag, shells, and loose flowers
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Check that the bunny’s face is centered under the hat brim. The nose should be tiny, pale pink, and placed low enough to keep the face youthful. If needed, add a few hidden stitches at the sides of the hat so it frames the eyes evenly.
Adjust the ears so they fall symmetrically. One ear may sit slightly more forward than the other, just as in the image. Arrange the collar flowers high near the cheeks. On the skirt, keep the central flower as the focal point and angle the side flowers outward.
For a polished display, lightly tack the dress hem, collar, and hat only where needed. Avoid over-sewing. The best finish is soft and natural, as if the doll is truly dressed rather than tightly fixed into place.
Care Notes
- Display indoors away from prolonged direct sunlight
- Dust gently with a soft dry brush
- Handle the flower stamens and turtle hat with care
- If giving to a child, embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes
- Store flat or upright so the hat brim keeps its shape
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Eyes aligned and face centered
- Ears placed evenly and draping naturally
- Dress length above ankles
- Collar wide and sitting flat
- Hat brim broad and balanced
- Sandals crossed neatly at the front
- Three main flowers across the skirt front
- Two flowers on the collar
- One flower cluster on the hat
- Turtle shell stripes clean and even
- Bag, shells, and loose flowers completed
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap only when needed. Do not soak unless your yarn is fully colorfast. If washing becomes necessary, place the items in a mesh bag, hand wash gently in cool water, and reshape while damp.
Dry flat on a towel away from heat. Stuffed pieces should be allowed to dry thoroughly before storing. To preserve shape, place tissue under the hat brim and between the bunny and accessories when packing the set away for a season.
