Nasturtium Picnic Bunny – Crochet

This charming spring set brings together a sweet bunny doll, a flower-trimmed dress, a sunny cloche hat, tiny shoes, a picnic backpack, a little berry basket, a duck friend, and extra nasturtium stems. It has the polished look of a handmade heirloom plush, giftable nursery decor piece, and collectible amigurumi doll for shoppers searching for artisan bunny dolls, crochet bunny outfits, and handmade spring toys.

The soft yellow palette, rounded proportions, and delicate flower details make this design especially appealing for those who love boutique amigurumi, cottagecore nursery gifts, and handmade stuffed animal decor. Every piece in the set is written to echo the image closely, while staying approachable for confident beginners who want a refined finished result.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Materials

• DK cotton yarn in warm butter yellow for hat, dress, shoes, backpack, basket, and duck clothing
• DK cotton yarn in cream or very pale oatmeal for bunny head, body, arms, legs, and ears
• DK cotton yarn in soft orange for nasturtium flowers and duck beak
• DK cotton yarn in sage green for leaves and flower stems
• DK cotton yarn in pale yellow for duck body
• Small amounts of berry colors for basket contents, such as red, coral, purple, golden yellow, and green
• 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm crochet hook, or size needed to produce tight stitches
• Black safety eyes for bunny
• Small black safety eyes or embroidered eyes for duck
• Stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Three tiny orange buttons for the bunny dress front
• Sewing needle and matching thread for buttons if preferred

Finished Size

The bunny stands about 9 to 10 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including the hat. The hat adds roughly 1 inch of height. The duck stands about 4 inches tall. The backpack is sized to sit beside the bunny, and the basket is small enough to rest in front as shown.

Gauge and Tension Notes

Tight tension is important for this set. The stitches in the image are compact, smooth, and even, with very little stuffing peeking through. If your fabric feels loose, move down a hook size.

The bunny has a rounded head, slim arms, softly weighted legs, and a compact torso hidden under the dress. The clothing is fitted, not baggy. The hat has a neat bucket-cloche shape with a gently flared brim.

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

Design Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless a row is clearly stated.
• Use a stitch marker at the start of each round.
• Stuff as you go, firmly but smoothly.
• The bunny outfit is made as separate garments, then decorated with sewn flowers and leaves.
• The skirt flowers are placed in a balanced vine arrangement, not randomly scattered.
• The duck is a separate companion piece with its own small hat and dress-like body trim.

Bunny Head

With cream yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (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 11-22: sc around. (60)
12. Insert eyes between Rnds 14 and 15, about 11 to 12 sts apart.
13. Rnd 23: (8 sc, dec) around. (54)
14. Rnd 24: (7 sc, dec) around. (48)
15. Rnd 25: (6 sc, dec) around. (42)
16. Rnd 26: (5 sc, dec) around. (36)
17. Begin stuffing firmly, shaping cheeks gently.
18. Rnd 27: (4 sc, dec) around. (30)
19. Rnd 28: (3 sc, dec) around. (24)
20. Rnd 29: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)

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Fasten off with a long tail for sewing to the neck. Do not close the opening yet if you prefer to attach the head after shaping the neck opening on the body.

Bunny Nose and Mouth

Use pale pink or blush thread. Stitch a very small horizontal nose centered between the eyes, about 3 rounds below them. Add a short vertical stitch downward and a tiny soft smile. Keep this embroidery minimal. The face in the image is simple, calm, and gentle.

Bunny Ears Make 2

With cream yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4-8: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 9: (4 sc, dec) around. (15)
6. Rnd 10-18: sc around. (15)
7. Rnd 19: (3 sc, dec) around. (12)
8. Rnd 20-28: sc around. (12)
9. Flatten top opening and sc through both layers for 5 sts to close slightly.

Do not stuff, or add only a whisper of stuffing at the ear base. The ears should drape down naturally. Lightly flatten each ear with your fingers to create the soft, relaxed fall seen in the image.

Bunny Arms Make 2

With cream yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3-5: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) around. (9)
5. Rnd 7-18: sc around. (9)

Stuff the lower half lightly only. Flatten the top and close with 4 sc through both layers. Fasten off with a long tail.

The arms should be slim and straight, with tiny rounded paws. Avoid overstuffing. The image shows a smooth line from shoulder to paw, with almost no bend.

Bunny Legs Make 2

With cream yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4-6: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 7: (4 sc, dec) around. (15)
6. Rnd 8-18: sc around. (15)

Stuff firmly through the foot and lower leg, then a bit lighter toward the top. Flatten the opening and leave open for joining to body.

Bunny Body

With cream yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
6. Rnd 6-9: sc around. (30)
7. Attach legs at Rnd 10 by crocheting body and each flattened leg top together across 6 sts per leg, spacing evenly at front.
8. After legs are joined, continue around body. Stitch count remains about 30.
9. Rnd 11-15: sc around. (30)
10. Rnd 16: (3 sc, dec) around. (24)
11. Rnd 17-19: sc around. (24)
12. Rnd 20: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
13. Rnd 21-22: sc around. (18)

Stuff body firmly, especially the lower torso, so the bunny stands with support from the dress and shoes. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing the head in place.

Neck Join and Proportion Check

Before sewing, place the head on the body and check the silhouette. The head should look large compared with the body, but not oversized. The image shows a sweet doll-like scale, with the head about the same visual width as the skirted body.

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Sew the head to the body securely. Add extra stuffing into the neck area first if needed. The neck should be stable but not thick. The head tilts very slightly forward in the image, which gives the doll a gentle expression.

Bunny Dress Bodice

With butter yellow yarn, work in rows. The bodice sits close to the torso and ends at the natural waist.

1. Row 1: Ch 19. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (18)
2. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (18)
3. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc 4, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 4. (16)
4. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (16)
5. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc 3, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 3. (14)
6. Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (14)

Now create cap sleeves by working around the outer edge. Make 2 sc evenly along each shoulder edge and neckline sides. Add one gentle sleeve bump at each side with 3 hdc worked into the underarm corner. Fasten off.

Wrap the bodice around the body and sew the back closed neatly. The front should sit centered. Add three small orange buttons down the chest. These are decorative and equally spaced.

Bunny Skirt

With butter yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: Ch 32, join carefully without twisting. (32)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (32)
3. Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) around. (40)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (40)
5. Rnd 5: (4 sc, inc) around. (48)
6. Rnd 6: sc around. (48)
7. Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) around. (56)
8. Rnd 8-13: sc around. (56)

For the lower edge, work one soft decorative round:

1. Final Round: (3 sc, 1 hdc) around, or simply sc around if you prefer a straighter hem.

The skirt in the image is lightly flared and structured, not ruffled. Keep increases moderate so the silhouette stays bell-shaped. Sew the skirt to the lower edge of the bodice or directly onto the body under the bodice.

Front Waist Band Detail

The image shows subtle horizontal texture at the waist and skirt. To echo that look, you may work one round in BLO near the top third of the skirt, then resume regular sc. This creates a delicate banded line without changing the overall shape.

Bunny Shoes Make 2

With butter yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: Ch 7. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side, sc 4, inc in last st. (14)
2. Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, inc x 3, sc 4, inc x 2. (20)
3. Rnd 3: sc around in BLO. (20)
4. Rnd 4: sc 5, dec x 5, sc 5. (15)
5. Rnd 5: sc around. (15)

For the strap, attach yarn at one side opening, ch 8, skip across top opening, sl st to opposite side. Fasten off. Sew the shoe onto the foot. The shoe should cover the front half of the foot and show a neat Mary Jane strap like in the image.

Cloche Hat

With butter yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (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 10-17: sc around. (54)
11. Rnd 18: BLO sc around. (54)
12. Rnd 19: (8 sc, inc) around. (60)
13. Rnd 20: sc around. (60)
14. Rnd 21: (9 sc, inc) around. (66)
15. Rnd 22: sc around. (66)
16. Rnd 23: reverse sc or regular sl st loosely around for a finished brim edge.

The brim should curve downward slightly, framing the face and ears. If it flares too much, use a smaller hook on the last two rounds. If it curls upward, block lightly by hand shaping.

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Nasturtium Flower Appliqué for Hat, Dress, Shoes, and Stems

Make several flowers in orange and a few in yellow-orange. The image shows layered five-petal blossoms with a soft, rounded outline.

With orange yarn:

1. Rnd 1: In MR, work 5 petals as follows: ch 2, 2 dc, 1 tr, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st into ring. Repeat 5 times.
2. Pull ring tight and fasten off with a long tail.

For a slightly fuller flower like the one on the hat, add a second tiny center layer by embroidering short yellow stitches radiating from the middle.

Round Leaves

The set uses rounded, coin-like leaves rather than pointed leaves. These are important to the look.

With sage green yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (18)
5. Finish with sl st around edge if you want a slightly firmer outline.

Flatten and lightly steam or finger-shape. Make enough leaves for the hat, dress, and extra stems. The dress uses multiple leaf clusters draping downward along both sides of the skirt.

Leaf Stems

With sage green yarn:

1. Ch 10 to 16 depending on desired hanging length.
2. Sl st back along the chain for a neat cord.

Make several cords in slightly different lengths. These will hold the leaves and flowers on the skirt and create the trailing arrangement seen in the image.

Dress Floral Placement

Place one flower with two leaves high on each side of the waist. From each of those anchor points, let two or three leaf stems trail downward across the skirt. Add a second or third flower lower on each side so the garland effect frames the front of the dress.

The image is balanced, not symmetrical stitch for stitch. Aim for visual symmetry instead of exact mirrored placement. Keep the center front mostly open so the buttons remain visible and the dress front feels tidy.

Hat Floral Placement

Sew one large orange flower at the left front side of the hat. Add one large round leaf beside it, one smaller leaf below, and tiny yellow stitches in the flower center. The arrangement should sit just above the brim line.

Backpack

With butter yellow yarn:

Backpack Body

1. Rnd 1: Ch 11. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 8, 3 sc in last ch. Working opposite side, sc 8, inc in last st. (22)
2. Rnd 2: inc, sc 8, inc x 3, sc 8, inc x 2. (28)
3. Rnd 3: sc around in BLO. (28)
4. Rnd 4-14: sc around. (28)

Flatten the top. Fold top edge slightly inward and sew partially closed, leaving the front open enough for the flap to cover.

Front Pocket

1. Ch 9.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (8)
3. Row 2-5: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (8)

Sew this pocket to the lower front of the backpack.

Flap

1. Ch 11.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (10)
3. Row 2-6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (10)

Round the lower corners with one sl st and one sc on each edge if desired. Sew flap to the upper back edge of the backpack so it folds forward.

Straps and Handle

1. Make 2 straps: ch 18, sl st back. Sew to back.
2. Make 1 handle: ch 8, sl st back. Sew to top center.

The backpack in the image is simple, boxy, and soft. It stands upright because of tight stitches and light stuffing. Add just a little stuffing if needed, but keep it mostly flat.

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Berry Basket

With butter yellow yarn:

Basket Base

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: sc around in BLO. (24)
6. Rnd 6-9: sc around. (24)

Flatten the top edge slightly into a gentle oval by finger shaping.

Basket Handle

1. Ch 18.
2. Sl st back along chain.

Sew ends to opposite sides of basket.

Basket Filling

Make tiny berry balls in assorted colors:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (6)
3. Fasten off and tuck tail inside.

Make 8 to 12 tiny pieces in mixed colors. You may lightly stuff a few, while others can remain unstuffed knots for variety. Arrange them inside the basket and tack them in place with a few hidden stitches.

Duck Friend

The duck is small, rounded, and sweet, with a pale yellow head and body, orange beak, black eyes, tiny wings, a yellow hat, and a yellow striped dress effect around the lower body.

Duck Head and Body

With pale yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
5. Rnd 5-9: sc around. (24)
6. Insert eyes between Rnds 6 and 7, about 6 sts apart.
7. Rnd 10: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
8. Rnd 11-13: sc around. (18)
9. Rnd 14: (sc, inc) around. (27)
10. Rnd 15-18: sc around. (27)
11. Rnd 19: (7 sc, dec) around. (24)
12. Rnd 20: sc around. (24)
13. Rnd 21: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
14. Rnd 22: (sc, dec) around. (12)
15. Stuff firmly and close opening.

Duck Beak

With orange yarn:

1. Ch 5.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (4)
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, dec. (2)

Fasten off and sew centered below the eyes. Shape it horizontally so it resembles the wide, soft beak shown in the image.

Duck Wings Make 2

With pale yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: (sc, inc) around. (9)
3. Rnd 3: sc around. (9)
4. Flatten and sew to sides of body.

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Duck Lower Dress Trim

With butter yellow yarn, attach around lower body:

1. Rnd 1: (sc, inc) around a lower body round to create a skirt edge.
2. Rnd 2: sc around.

Add one orange band near the chest by surface stitching or by working a narrow separate strip and sewing it on. The duck in the image has a warm orange upper band and yellow body trim.

Duck Hat

With butter yellow yarn:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
5. Rnd 5-6: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 7: BLO sc around. (24)
7. Rnd 8: (3 sc, inc) around. (30)
8. Rnd 9: sc around. (30)

Sew a tiny rolled orange or yellow flower at one side if desired, matching the image’s small side accent.

Extra Loose Nasturtium Stems

Make 2 to 4 separate flower stems to place beside the basket and duck. Each stem is a green cord with one flower and one or two round leaves attached.

1. Make stem: ch 18 to 24, sl st back.
2. Sew one flower to the top end.
3. Sew one leaf just below the flower and another midway down if desired.

Mix orange and yellow flowers for the scattered bouquet effect shown on the table.

Suggested Order of Work

1. Make bunny head, body, ears, arms, and legs.
2. Sew bunny together and add facial details.
3. Make shoes and attach.
4. Make bodice and skirt, then dress the bunny.
5. Make hat and sew hat flower cluster.
6. Make leaves, flowers, and stems for skirt placement.
7. Make backpack and basket with fruit filling.
8. Make duck friend with hat and trim.
9. Make loose flower stems for the foreground arrangement.

Shaping Tips for an Accurate Look

• Head: Keep the face broad and low, with gentle cheeks.
• Ears: Long, flat, and softly drooping beside the face.
• Body: Small and neat under the dress, not bulky.
• Dress: Structured and smooth, with only a mild flare.
• Hat: Rounded crown and downward brim, like a tiny cloche.
• Flowers: Rounded petals, not star-shaped.
• Leaves: Circular and slightly padded by stitch density rather than stuffing.

Color Placement Guide

The visual balance of this set depends heavily on color placement. Use butter yellow as the dominant shade for the bunny outfit and accessories. Use orange in smaller bursts for flower accents and button color. Keep green limited to leaves and stems so the floral garlands stand out clearly.

The bunny body should remain soft and neutral in cream. This contrast helps the face stay calm and readable beneath the hat brim. The duck should be a paler yellow than the bunny outfit, so the two characters are distinct even though they share warm tones.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew the bunny ears to the head just behind the side curve, allowing them to fall straight down. Attach arms at the upper torso so they angle slightly outward. Sew the head firmly to the body with the face centered over the legs.

Dress the bunny with the bodice first, then attach the skirt. Sew on the three front buttons. Add shoes, then place the floral garlands across the skirt front. Set the hat low enough to shade the forehead slightly without covering the eyes.

For the face, keep the nose very small and the mouth subtle. A tiny amount of blush under the eyes may be added if desired, but keep it faint. The expression should remain simple, sweet, and quiet.

Care Notes

• Spot clean when possible.
• If deeper cleaning is needed, hand wash gently in cool water.
• Do not twist or wring.
• Reshape while damp and dry flat.
• Keep away from rough Velcro or sharp accessories that may snag stitches.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is centered and firmly attached
• Ears hang evenly
• Hat brim curves gently downward
• Three dress buttons are aligned
• Skirt flowers balance left and right sides
• Shoes sit evenly on both feet
• Backpack flap and front pocket are secure
• Basket handle stands neatly
• Duck hat is centered
• All yarn tails are hidden

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the set in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight to protect the yellow and orange shades from fading. For display, support the bunny from behind if needed so the dress and legs hold their shape nicely over time.

If packing the pieces away, wrap the hat brim loosely and avoid crushing the flower appliqués. Keep the loose stems flat, and place the basket and duck in separate soft bags so small details do not catch on one another.