Velvet Storybook Bunny – Crochet.

This elegant amigurumi rabbit set is designed for makers who love a handmade bunny doll with vintage charm. The finished look feels like a collectible crochet bunny, heirloom nursery decor piece, and thoughtful handmade gift all at once, with a rich dress, lace details, and timeless storybook styling.

The full set also includes a dressed mouse friend, a miniature parasol, teacup and saucer, and a tiny book, making it especially appealing to readers searching for amigurumi animal set ideas, crochet doll gift projects, and artisan toy decor for display, nursery shelves, or boutique handmade collections.

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Project Overview

This crochet set features a standing bunny with a large round head, long soft ears, a full burgundy dress, lace-trimmed collar, black ribbon lacing, Mary Jane shoes, a small crossbody bag, and a brimmed hat with lace and ribbon trim.

The scene also includes four small accessories placed around the bunny: a tiny mouse in clothing, a parasol, a teacup with saucer, and a closed book. Each piece is sized to match the display proportions shown in the image.

The bunny is the main piece and should stand roughly four times the height of the mouse. The head is wide and rounded. The body is smaller and hidden under the dress. The dress creates most of the visual volume.

Skill level: Advanced beginner to intermediate. A patient beginner can absolutely make this set if each part is completed slowly and checked often for symmetry.

Finished Size

• Bunny: about 11 to 12 inches tall including hat
• Mouse: about 3 inches tall
• Parasol: about 3 inches long
• Teacup and saucer: about 1 inch wide
• Book: about 1.25 inches wide
• Bag: about 1.5 inches wide

Your exact size will change with yarn choice, hook size, and tension. Keep stitches tight so stuffing never shows through.

Materials

• Light DK or fine worsted cotton yarn in cream for bunny head, ears, hands, legs
• Deep burgundy yarn for hat, dress, shoes, and bag
• Ivory yarn for lace trims, collar, cuffs, and dress edging
• Black crochet thread or narrow satin ribbon for dress lacing and hat accent
• Soft pink yarn for nose, inner ears, mouse ears, and mouse nose
• Dusty blue yarn for mouse vest and hat
• White or pale gray yarn for mouse body
• Tiny amount of tan or brown for parasol handle and button accents
• Small amount of black yarn for embroidered mouse eyes if not using beads
• 2.25 mm hook for bunny and accessories
• 2.0 mm hook for mouse and miniature details if desired
• 9 mm safety eyes for bunny
• 3 mm black beads or French knots for mouse eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Thin cardboard or plastic canvas for book support if desired
• Small button for bag flap
• Small buttons or beads for shoe straps
• Craft wire or floral wire for parasol stem if desired

Yarn Notes

The image suggests smooth, even stitches with a soft but structured finish. Cotton or cotton-blend yarn works best for clear stitch definition. The burgundy sections should look slightly substantial, while the lace trim should remain crisp and delicate.

If you use velvet or plush yarn, the proportions will change too much. For the look shown, use standard crochet yarn with neat tension and light stuffing.

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
• FLO = front loop only
• BLO = back loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches

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General Notes

• Work the bunny, mouse, and most accessories in continuous rounds unless noted.
• Use a stitch marker and move it every round.
• Stuff gradually and firmly, but do not overfill the limbs.
• The dress is intentionally full and should sit wide around the body.
• The lace trims are small but important. They define the entire look.
• The black ribbon details should be added neatly and lightly, never bulky.

Bunny Head

The head is large, very round, and slightly wider than tall. The face is simple, with centered eyes, a tiny pink triangular nose area, and a gentle vertical mouth detail. The cheeks stay smooth and should not be strongly sculpted.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
9. Round 9: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
10. Rounds 10 to 19: sc around. (54)

Insert the 9 mm safety eyes between Rounds 13 and 14 with about 10 visible stitches between them. The eyes should sit low enough to leave a gentle forehead area above the hat brim.

Embroider the nose in pale pink centered between the eyes, one to two rounds lower. Add a short vertical stitch below the nose and a tiny split stitch to suggest the mouth.

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

Stuff the head firmly now. Keep the lower face rounded. Avoid flattening the sides. The finished head should feel smooth and balanced, with no point at the top or chin.

15. Round 24: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
16. Round 25: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
17. Round 26: sc, dec around. (12)
18. Round 27: dec around. (6)

Fasten off, leaving a tail for shaping and attachment.

Bunny Ears Make 2

The ears are long, soft, and slightly flattened. They hang straight down from beneath the hat and reach below shoulder level. They are narrow at the tip, fuller through the middle, and lightly stuffed or left unstuffed.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc around. (12)
4. Round 4: sc, inc around. (18)
5. Rounds 5 to 10: sc around. (18)
6. Round 11: 7 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec. (16)
7. Rounds 12 to 24: sc around. (16)

Flatten each ear and crochet 2 or 3 sc through both layers across the opening only to close the base slightly. Leave a long tail for sewing. Do not overstuff. A completely unstuffed ear gives the best drape.

Optional inner ear shading can be added with blush pink embroidery, but keep it very subtle. In the image, the ears appear mostly cream and soft, without strong inner panel contrast.

Bunny Arms Make 2

The arms are small and mostly hidden by the large sleeves. The hands are cream and the sleeves are burgundy. The shape is gently tapered and slightly bent inward so the hands rest near the front skirt area.

1. With cream, Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rounds 3 to 5: sc around. (12)
4. Change to ivory for cuff round: sc around in BLO. (12)
5. Change to burgundy, Round 7: sc around. (12)
6. Round 8: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
7. Rounds 9 to 16: sc around. (10)

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Lightly stuff only the hand and lower sleeve. Flatten the top and sew closed. Before attaching, wrap gathered burgundy stitches around the upper sleeve area to imitate the puffed look seen in the dress sleeves.

Bunny Legs Make 2

The legs are short, straight, and mostly hidden by the skirt. The feet wear burgundy Mary Jane shoes with a rounded front and a strap across the top. The visible lower legs are cream.

Shoe Base

1. With burgundy, ch 7.
2. Round 1: sc in second ch from hook and next 4, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side with 4 sc, inc in final ch. (14)
3. Round 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Round 3: sc around in BLO. (20)
5. Round 4: 6 sc, 4 dec, 6 sc. (16)
6. Round 5: sc around. (16)

Stuff the toe lightly. Shape it so the front remains rounded and slightly flattened on the bottom for balance.

Leg

1. Round 6: 5 sc, dec, 9 sc. (15)
2. Change to cream.
3. Round 7: BLO sc around. (15)
4. Rounds 8 to 18: sc around. (15)

Stuff firmly through the ankle and leg. Flatten the top and leave a sewing tail. Make sure both feet angle slightly outward. That little outward angle helps the bunny stand in a relaxed storybook pose.

Shoe Strap for Each Shoe

With burgundy, ch 8. Slip stitch back across or work 7 sc. Sew one end to the side of the shoe, lay the strap across the instep, and sew the other side down. Add a tiny tan bead or button at the side.

Bunny Body

The body is small compared with the head and is mostly hidden under the dress. It should be pear-shaped, narrow at the neck, fuller at the hips, but not large enough to push the skirt outward by itself. The skirt creates most volume.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rounds 5 to 8: sc around. (24)
6. Round 9: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
7. Rounds 10 to 12: sc around. (18)
8. Round 13: sc, dec around. (12)
9. Rounds 14 to 15: sc around. (12)

Stuff firmly. Sew the legs to the base with only a tiny gap between them. Sew the body centered above the legs. Add the head after the dress bodice is checked for fit.

Bunny Dress Bodice

The dress has a fitted upper section with a cream lace front panel and black ribbon crisscross detail. The sleeves are puffed. The lower skirt is full, heavily textured, and finished with black trim and cream scallops.

You may crochet the dress directly onto the body or make it separately and sew it on. For the cleanest finish, work the bodice separately, then attach after fitting.

Bodice Base

1. With burgundy, ch 26.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (25)
3. Rows 2 to 4: ch 1, turn, sc across. (25)

Wrap this strip around the upper body. Join into a ring if it fits snugly. Mark the front center 9 stitches. These stitches will hold the cream decorative panel and black lacing detail.

Front Edging Panels

Join ivory at the front edge. Work one narrow vertical panel of shell-like lace on each side of the center opening. Repeat on the opposite edge. Keep both panels symmetrical and no wider than 2 stitches each.

• Suggested edging row: sc, ch 2, sc in same stitch, skip 1, repeat
• Final look: delicate small scallops framing the front lacing area

Black Front Lacing

Use black ribbon or black chain embroidery. Make six crossing pairs from upper chest to waist. Keep them flat, centered, and evenly spaced. The top crossing sits below the collar, and the bottom crossing ends above the skirt join.

Collar

With ivory, work around the neckline: sc evenly around, then a second round of tiny scallops by repeating sl st, ch 2, sl st into alternating stitches. The collar should sit like a soft ruffle, not a stiff cape.

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Puffed Sleeves

The sleeves are one of the most important features in the image. They are full, rounded, and gathered at the upper arm, creating a vintage dress silhouette. They should look plush and slightly oversized compared with the small hands.

1. With burgundy, ch 18 and join carefully.
2. Round 1: sc around. (18)
3. Round 2: sc, inc around. (27)
4. Rounds 3 to 6: work even in BLO or front-post texture of your choice to mimic vertical ridges.
5. Round 7: dec around every 3 stitches until the lower edge begins to draw in. About 20 sts.
6. Round 8: change to ivory and sc around.
7. Round 9: small scallop cuff edging.

Slip each arm inside the sleeve. Gather the upper edge slightly and sew to the bodice so the sleeve bulges outward. The hand should emerge from the cuff with only a small amount of cream visible.

Full Skirt

The skirt begins at the bodice base and falls in dense vertical folds. To recreate this effect, work a strongly increased skirt and use rib-like texture. The skirt should be wide enough to form a bell shape around the legs.

1. Join burgundy to lower edge of bodice.
2. Round 1: work 2 sc in most stitches around to create fullness. Aim for about 48 to 54 sts.
3. Rounds 2 to 10: work textured rounds using BLO sc or alternating front-post style texture if your yarn allows.
4. Round 11: sc around evenly to stabilize the hem.
5. Round 12: with black, sl st or surface crochet a narrow trim line around the lower skirt.
6. Round 13: with ivory, work scallop edging around the hem.

For the scallop edge, use a repeat such as skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1, sl st in next st. Adjust the repeat so the edging lies flat. The scallops should be small and neat, not deeply flounced.

Crossbody Bag

The small bag sits at the bunny’s right hip. It is burgundy with a flap and a single light button. The strap crosses from left shoulder to right side, sitting over the dress front without hiding the lacing.

1. With burgundy, ch 9.
2. Round 1: sc around both sides of the chain to form an oval. About 18 sts.
3. Rounds 2 to 5: sc around.

Flatten the bag. For the flap, join yarn to back top edge and work 6 sc rows for 3 rows, then dec at both ends on the next row. Add a final short row to round the flap slightly.

Make the strap with a long chain or narrow sc strip. Sew the strap firmly to both sides. Add a tiny button to the front center. Place the bag so it hangs slightly forward, matching the image.

Wide Brim Hat

The hat is rounded on top, with a downward brim, ivory lace band, dark ribbon threaded through the lace openings, and a tiny black bow at the right side. It sits low on the head and partially covers the upper ear attachment.

Hat Crown Top

1. With burgundy, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
8. Rounds 8 to 12: sc around. (42)

Hat Side and Brim

1. Round 13: BLO sc around. (42)
2. Round 14: sc around. (42)
3. Round 15: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
4. Round 16: sc around. (48)
5. Round 17: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
6. Round 18: sc around. (54)
7. Round 19: 8 sc, inc around. (60)

Fasten off. Shape the brim downward with fingers or very light steam if your fiber allows. It should not flare upward. The front brim should shade the eyes gently.

Hat Lace Band

With ivory, make a strip long enough to wrap around the hat above the brim. Use an openwork row so black ribbon can be woven through.

• Row 1: ch to desired length, sc across
• Row 2: ch 1, sc, ch 1, skip 1 across
• Row 3: small shell or picot-like scallop across one edge

Sew the band around the hat. Weave thin black ribbon through the openings. Tie a tiny bow at the right side. Keep it delicate, matching the scale seen in the image.

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Assembly of Bunny Base

1. Sew the legs evenly to the body.
2. Check standing balance before securing fully.
3. Sew the head to the body with the face centered.
4. Sew ears to the upper sides of the head so they fall straight down.
5. Dress the body and stitch the bodice in place.
6. Attach sleeves and arms.
7. Sew shoes neatly if not worked directly onto the feet.
8. Add bag and hat last.

When attaching the ears, place them slightly behind the eye line. This keeps the face open and allows the hat to sit properly without pushing the ears too far forward.

Mouse Friend

The little mouse is a separate amigurumi companion with a pale body, pink ears and nose, small black eyes, a dusty blue vest, striped sleeves, and a small blue hat. Its posture is upright and sweet rather than realistic.

Mouse Head

1. With pale gray or white, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
5. Rounds 5 to 8: sc around. (24)
6. Round 9: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
7. Round 10: sc, dec around. (12)

Insert tiny black eyes between Rounds 6 and 7. Add a small pink nose centered low on the face. Stuff and close.

Mouse Ears Make 2

1. With pink, 6 sc in MR.
2. Change to pale gray and work one round of inc around. (12)

Flatten slightly and sew high on the head.

Mouse Body

1. With pale gray, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4 to 7: sc around. (18)
5. Round 8: sc, dec around. (12)

Stuff lightly. Add tiny feet and arms as short stuffed tubes or simple embroidered shapes depending on your preferred scale.

Mouse Vest

With blue, make a small front-opening vest panel that wraps around the body. Use simple rows of sc or hdc. Add one tiny gold bead or knot near the front center as shown.

Mouse Hat

1. With blue, 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc around.
4. Round 4: BLO, slight increase for brim.

Sew the hat slightly angled to one side. Add a narrow darker blue stripe if desired to match the image more closely.

Mouse Tail

With pink, chain 14 to 18. Fasten off and sew to the lower back. Curve it gently to one side.

Mini Parasol

The parasol is tiny, ivory and burgundy, and lies tilted on the table. It has alternating segments and a curved handle. This piece adds a strong storybook feel, so keep the colors and silhouette elegant.

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

Change colors in narrow wedges or embroider burgundy segment lines afterward. Work one more round even, then a tiny scallop edge. Lightly cup the circle by easing the center inward as you sew.

For the handle, wrap tan yarn around fine wire or crochet a short tube over wire. Bend the end into a hook. Stitch the handle beneath the parasol center.

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Mini Teacup and Saucer

The teacup is cream with a pale pink interior and sits on a matching saucer. This accessory is small, but it should still be neat and balanced because it appears close to the front of the display.

Saucer

1. With cream, 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: BLO sc around.
5. Round 5: small increase round to form a slight rim. About 24 sts.

Cup

1. With pink, 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Change to cream.
4. Round 3: BLO sc around. (12)
5. Rounds 4 to 6: sc around.

Make a tiny handle with chain 4 or 5 and sew to the cup side. Place the cup centered on the saucer or keep separate for a more realistic display.

Mini Book

The book is dusty rose on the cover with pale cream page edges. It is rectangular and softly rounded at the corners. In the image, it rests closed, slightly angled, and adds to the old-fashioned reading theme.

1. With dusty rose, ch 9.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (8)
3. Rows 2 to 10: sc across. (8)

Make two cover panels. For the page block, create a cream rectangle slightly smaller than the cover or wrap cream yarn around cardboard. Sandwich the page block between the covers and sew around three sides.

Add one line of stitching down the center to suggest the spine fold. The finished book should be slightly padded rather than completely flat.

Color Placement Guide

• Bunny skin, face, ears, hands, and legs: cream
• Main dress, hat, shoes, and bag: deep burgundy
• Collar, cuffs, hat lace, hem lace, and front trim: ivory
• Dress front lacing and hat bow: black
• Nose and small blush accents: pale pink
• Mouse body: pale gray or white
• Mouse clothing and hat: medium blue
• Parasol handle: tan
• Book cover: dusty rose

Shaping and Styling Tips

• Keep the bunny head very round and smooth.
• Let the ears hang long and straight without curling outward.
• Make the sleeves full enough to look puffed from the front view.
• Do not make the body too large under the dress.
• The skirt should flare gently and cover the upper legs almost completely.
• The hat brim should angle downward.
• The bag should sit low at the right side.
• The mouse should be charming but clearly secondary in scale.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew the head securely with several passes, then shape the neck gently with your fingers. Center the face carefully before attaching the hat. Add tiny blush if desired, but keep the expression soft and minimal.

Check that both eyes align evenly, the nose sits exactly between them, and the mouth line is short and centered. The bunny’s charm comes from simplicity, symmetry, and the gentle balance between the large head and small features.

Place the hat low enough to frame the face. Arrange the ears beneath it, then tack them lightly so they stay in the same graceful position. Adjust the bag strap and front lacing last for the cleanest finish.

Care Notes

• Display pieces are best kept away from strong sunlight.
• Do not machine wash pieces with ribbon, beads, or wire details.
• Dust gently with a soft dry brush.
• If needed, spot clean with a lightly damp cloth.
• Reshape the hat brim and sleeves by hand while drying.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is centered and firm
• Ears are equal length and attached evenly
• Dress front trims match on both sides
• Black lacing is centered
• Sleeves are equally puffed
• Shoe straps align and face outward
• Bag hangs at the right hip
• Hat band, ribbon, and bow are secure
• Mouse, parasol, cup, saucer, and book are all complete

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the finished set in a clean, dry place with stable temperature. If you plan to keep it as heirloom decor, wrap each accessory separately in acid-free tissue so ribbons and small trims do not snag during storage.

For long-term display, avoid pressure on the hat brim, mouse ears, and parasol handle. If the bunny is boxed, place the book and teacup separately so they do not flatten the skirt or mark the lace trim.

When cleaning, never soak the entire set if it includes wired parts, glued eyes, or satin ribbon. Instead, clean section by section, blot gently, and let every piece air dry naturally on a towel.