Crochet Tutorial: Blushing Peony Princess Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This elegant amigurumi set brings together a dressed bunny doll, a layered peony-inspired gown, a blue hat, a pearl purse, a rose bouquet, and a tiny hedgehog companion. It has the charming look of a collectible handmade doll, perfect for nursery decor, gift ideas, spring display styling, and shoppers searching for a crochet bunny doll pattern, amigurumi rabbit doll, or handmade bunny plush design.

The finished set also fits beautifully into boutique-style handmade trends for people looking for a doll crochet pattern, floral amigurumi, cottage garden decor, heirloom toy inspiration, and luxury handmade gift projects. Every step below is written in clear US crochet terms so you can build the full scene with balanced proportions and refined details.

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

Materials

• Sport weight cotton yarn in cream, blush pink, dusty rose, light pink, ivory, deep rose, leaf green, blue, beige, taupe, dark brown, and red
• 2.0 mm crochet hook for the doll and accessories
• 1.75 mm crochet hook for very small flowers if desired
• Black safety eyes, 8 mm, 2 pieces for bunny
• Black safety eyes, 5 mm, 2 pieces for hedgehog
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Thin floral wire optional for bouquet shaping
• Small pearl beads or faux pearl half-beads for purse decoration
• Soft pink blush or pastel for cheeks

Finished Size

• Bunny: about 11 to 12 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including hat
• Hat height: about 2 inches
• Hedgehog: about 3 inches tall
• Bouquet: about 2.5 inches tall
• Purse: about 2 inches wide

Gauge and Style Notes

This pattern is designed with tight amigurumi stitches. Keep tension firm so the fabric stays smooth and the stuffing does not show through. The sample in the image has a dense, polished surface with small, even stitches. If your stitches look open, go down a hook size.

The doll in the photo has a large rounded head, a short narrow neck, a slim torso, long cylindrical legs, small rounded arms, and long softly hanging ears. The dress is the main visual feature. It includes a fitted off-the-shoulder bodice, a layered petal skirt, and a long dramatic train sweeping to one side.

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = 2 sc in the 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
• rep = repeat

Color Planning

• Cream: head, body, arms, legs, ears
• Dusty rose: bodice and top skirt sections
• Light pink: overskirt and train details
• Ivory: lower petal layer
• Blue: hat
• Beige or champagne: hat veil
• Pink shades: bouquet roses and hat flowers
• Leaf green: bouquet leaves and strawberry top
• Taupe and dark brown: hedgehog body and spikes
• Red: strawberry

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Head

Work in continuous rounds using cream yarn.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. R5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. R6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. R7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. R8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. R9: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
10. R10: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
11. R11-R21: sc around. (60)
12. Insert eyes between R14 and R15 with 11 visible stitches between them.
13. R22: 8 sc, dec x6. (54)
14. R23: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
15. R24: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
16. R25: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
17. Start stuffing firmly and evenly, shaping cheeks and back of head.
18. R26: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
19. R27: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
20. R28: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
21. R29: sc, dec x6. (12)

Do not fasten off yet if you prefer crocheting neck directly. Add a little more stuffing before continuing.

Muzzle Shaping

The bunny in the image has a tiny embroidered nose and a very subtle mouth, not a protruding snout. Keep the face soft and minimal.

• With blush pink embroidery thread, stitch a tiny horizontal triangle nose centered between the eyes around R17.
• Add one short vertical stitch downward from the nose.
• Add two tiny angled stitches for a soft bunny mouth.
• Apply light blush to the cheeks just below eye level.

Neck and Body

Continue from the head or join cream yarn to the opening.

1. R30: BLO 12 sc. (12)
2. R31-R33: sc around. (12)
3. R34: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R35: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. R36-R39: sc around. (24)
6. R40: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
7. R41-R42: sc around. (18)
8. R43: sc, dec x6. (12)

Stuff the neck and upper body firmly. The neck should be stable because the head is large. Add extra stuffing or even a small neck support if needed. The torso in the image is slim, so do not overstuff the lower body.

Legs Make 2

The legs are long, straight, and narrow, with simple rounded feet and pink shoes covering the lower section. Start with pink for the shoes.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R4: 18 sc. (18)
5. R5: 5 sc, 4 dec, 5 sc. (14)
6. R6: 14 sc in BLO. (14)
7. Change to cream.
8. R7-R24: sc around. (14)

Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly. Flatten the top of each leg and close with 7 sc through both sides. Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg if you prefer joining by crochet.

Joining the Legs to Form Lower Body Base

If crocheting together:

1. Place legs with feet facing forward.
2. On second leg, ch 3 and join to first leg with sc.
3. Sc around first leg 14 sts, sc in each of 3 chains, sc around second leg 14 sts, sc in opposite side of 3 chains. (34)
4. Work 1 round sc around. (34)
5. Next round: 3 sc, dec x6, 10 sc. (28)
6. Next round: 2 sc, dec x6, 8 sc. (22)
7. Next round: sc, dec x6, 6 sc. (16)
8. Next round: 16 sc.

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If you already completed the body separately, simply sew the legs centered under the torso so the doll stands in a seated decorative pose. In the image, the doll is posed sitting on a wooden bench, with straight legs angled slightly apart.

Arms Make 2

The arms are slim, softly stuffed, and hang naturally. Start with cream.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3-R4: sc around. (12)
4. R5: 4 dec, 4 sc. (8)
5. R6-R20: sc around. (8)

Stuff only the lower half. Flatten and close with 4 sc through both sides. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Arm Placement

Sew the arms to the upper torso just below the neck. Angle them slightly downward. In the sample image, the right arm hangs lower holding the purse, and the left arm bends slightly inward to support the bouquet.

Ears Make 2

The ears are long, soft, and lightly flattened. They begin narrow at the top, widen gently, and taper again toward the tip. Use cream.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: sc around. (6)
3. R3: sc, inc x3. (9)
4. R4-R5: sc around. (9)
5. R6: 2 sc, inc x3. (12)
6. R7-R8: sc around. (12)
7. R9: 3 sc, inc x3. (15)
8. R10-R24: sc around. (15)
9. R25: 3 sc, dec x3. (12)
10. R26-R28: sc around. (12)

Do not stuff. Flatten lightly and sew the opening closed. Fold the top edge slightly before attaching so the ears fall naturally down both sides of the face. Sew them to the head between R8 and R10, about 6 to 7 stitches apart. The finished ears should frame the face and extend down near the waistline.

Dress Overview

The gown in the image has four major sections:

• Fitted dusty rose bodice
• Short top overskirt in light pink
• Layered petal skirt in dusty rose and ivory
• Long dramatic train made from large petal motifs

For the cleanest result, make the dress directly on the doll where possible. That helps preserve the exact close fit seen in the image.

Bodice

Join dusty rose yarn to the front loops left around the upper torso, or work a separate fitted tube if you prefer removable clothing.

1. Round 1: Join at waistline and work 24 sc evenly around torso. Join with sl st. (24)
2. Round 2: ch 1, 24 sc in BLO. Join. (24)
3. Round 3: ch 1, 24 sc. Join. (24)
4. Round 4: ch 1, 3 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 9 sc. Join. (22)
5. Round 5: ch 1, 22 sc. Join. (22)
6. Round 6: ch 1, 2 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 7 sc. Join. (20)

This creates the fitted bodice shape. The top edge should sit just under the arms.

Off-the-Shoulder Collar

The upper dress in the photo has a folded sweetheart-like band that wraps across the chest and shoulders.

1. Join dusty rose yarn at the back of the top edge.
2. Ch 1, work 20 sc around top edge. Join.
3. Next round: ch 1, 20 hdc in BLO. Join.
4. Next round: ch 1, 20 hdc. Join.
5. Front shaping row: mark center front 6 stitches. Join yarn at one side of front section, hdc across 6 sts, turn.
6. Row 2: ch 1, dec, 2 hdc, dec. (4)
7. Row 3: ch 1, 4 hdc.

Slightly fold and tack the side edges so the collar curves downward across the shoulders. The neckline should look soft and gently rounded, not stiff.

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Upper Overskirt

This is the scalloped pink layer sitting over the petal skirt.

1. Join light pink yarn to waistline front loops left from the bodice base.
2. Round 1: 24 sc around. Join. (24)
3. Round 2: ch 1, FLO 24 sc. Join. (24)
4. Round 3: Work scallops around: sl st in first st, skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1, sl st in next st, skip 1, 5 dc in next st. Repeat around to create 6 scallops.

To give the same fuller look as the image, add a second round into the top of each scallop:

1. Join in first dc of one scallop.
2. Across each 5-dc scallop work: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.
3. Repeat for all scallops.

The overskirt should sit like a decorative peplum above the main petal layers.

Main Petal Skirt Foundation

Join dusty rose yarn to the waist under the overskirt.

1. Round 1: 30 sc evenly around waist area. Join. (30)
2. Round 2: ch 1, FLO 30 sc. Join. (30)

You will now work large petals downward over this base.

Dusty Rose Petal Layer

Each petal is worked over 5 stitches. You will make 6 petals around.

1. Petal in first 5 sts: sl st in first st, ch 1, sc in same st, hdc in next st, 2 dc in next st, hdc in next st, sc in next st, turn to work back along the petal edge.
2. Working around edge: ch 1, sc in same side edge, hdc near top, dc at top center, hdc on opposite side, sc at base, sl st in next foundation st.
3. Repeat this petal shape around the skirt for 6 petals total.

These petals should overlap slightly. Arrange them so the center front petal points down neatly between the legs.

Ivory Lower Petal Layer

Join ivory yarn to the back loops left on the same skirt foundation round. Work a second set of petals slightly below and behind the dusty rose layer.

1. Round setup: 30 sc in BLO around. Join. (30)
2. Work 6 petals exactly as for the dusty rose layer, each over 5 stitches.

The ivory petals should peek out from beneath the upper rose petals, matching the image. Steam lightly or finger-shape them so each tip curves downward.

Long Side Train

The train is one of the most distinctive details in the image. It falls from the left-back waist, drapes across the bench, and is built from connected large layered petals in pink and ivory.

Train Base Strip

1. With light pink, ch 26.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (25)
3. Row 2-4: ch 1, turn, sc across. (25)

This strip will be hidden by petals and used as the anchor for the train.

Large Petals for Train Make 6 Pink and 5 Ivory

Pink petals are slightly larger and placed on top. Ivory petals sit beneath.

For each large pink petal:

1. Ch 9.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook, hdc in next 2, dc in next 3, hdc in next, sc in last. Turn.
3. Row 2: ch 1, working around the edge, sc, hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc at tip, then mirror down the other side with sc, hdc, 2 dc, 2 tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc. Sl st to base.

For each ivory petal:

1. Ch 8.
2. Work the same style but slightly smaller: sc, hdc, dc, 2 dc, dc, hdc, sc, then continue around mirrored.

Assembling the Train

• Sew the pink petals overlapping along the train strip from the attachment point downward.
• Sew ivory petals behind them so the edges show beneath.
• Arrange the lowest three petals wider and more open.
• The finished train should flare slightly and curve to one side rather than hanging straight.

Attach the train at the left-back waist. In the image, it starts near the side seam and cascades behind the bunny, spreading over the seat.

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Shoes Finishing

The shoes are already built into the legs by color change, but the sample has a clean edge line at the top.

• With pink, join at the BLO ridge created on the foot.
• Sl st evenly around one round.
• Fasten off and weave in ends.

Purse

The purse is a small pink clutch with pearl embellishment and a pearl handle. Use pink.

1. Ch 9.
2. Round 1: sc in second ch from hook and next 6 ch, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side of chain with 6 sc, 2 sc in last. (17)
3. Round 2: inc, 6 sc, inc x3, 6 sc, inc x2. (23)
4. Round 3-5: sc around. (23)
5. Flatten and sl st top closed through both layers for 10 sts, leaving slight rounded corners.

Sew small pearl beads in clustered rows on the front. Make a short handle by threading tiny pearls onto strong thread and attaching each end to the purse. Sew the purse to the bunny’s right hand so it hangs naturally.

Rose Bouquet

The bouquet in the image contains several pink roses in different tones, held close to the left side of the bodice.

Small Rolled Roses Make 5

Use mixed pink shades.

1. Ch 16.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook, 2 hdc in next, then rep 2 dc in each of next 10 ch, 2 hdc in next 2, sc in last.
3. Roll from the starting end into a spiral rose.
4. Sew the base tightly.

Leaves Make 4 to 6

Use green.

1. Ch 6.
2. Work along chain: sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.
3. Continue on opposite side of chain with sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.
4. Sl st to finish.

Bouquet Assembly

• Group 5 roses tightly.
• Add leaves between flowers.
• Wrap stems with green yarn or sew directly into a cluster.
• Sew bouquet into the left hand and tack to the dress lightly so it stays upright.

Hat

The hat is a bright blue structured hat with a short brim and soft beige veil. It sits at an angle over one ear.

Hat Crown

Use blue.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. R5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. R6-R10: sc around. (30)

Hat Top Flattening

The crown in the image has a slightly flat top, not a dome. Lightly stuff with a tiny amount or leave unstuffed and shape by hand.

Brim

1. R11: FLO, 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
2. R12: sc around. (36)
3. R13: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
4. R14: sl st loosely around. (42)

The brim should stay relatively narrow, with a gentle downward curve.

Veil

Use very fine beige thread or lace-weight yarn.

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (17)
3. Row 2: ch 3, skip 1, sl st in next, repeat to create open mesh.
4. Row 3-6: continue mesh pattern.

Gather the veil lightly and sew it around one side of the hat. Let it flare upward and outward. Place the hat tilted to the bunny’s right side, partly above one ear.

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Tiny Hedgehog Companion

The hedgehog has a cream face and belly, taupe body, dark brown textured back, a flower crown, a pink capelet, and a red strawberry. It is small but highly detailed.

Head and Body Front

Use cream.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. R5-R6: sc around. (24)
6. Insert 5 mm eyes between R4 and R5 with 5 stitches between.
7. Embroider tiny brown nose between eyes and one round lower.
8. R7: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
9. R8: sc, dec x6. (12)

Lower Body Extension

1. R9-R12: 12 sc. (12)
2. Stuff lightly.

Back Spikes Piece

Use dark brown.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc x6. (12)
3. R3: sc, inc x6. (18)
4. R4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. R5-R6: sc around. (24)

For textured spikes, add loop stitches or picot points across the outer surface as follows:

• On next round, rep: sc, ch 3, sl st in first ch, sc in next.
• Scatter these spike points across the back half only.

Sew the spiky back piece onto the cream body so the face remains open and rounded in front.

Hedgehog Arms Make 2

1. R1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
2. R2-R5: sc around. (5)

Flatten and sew to the sides angled inward to hold the strawberry.

Hedgehog Feet Make 2

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: sc around. (6)

Sew under the body.

Strawberry

Use red.

1. R1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. R2: inc x4. (8)
3. R3: sc, inc x4. (12)
4. R4-R5: sc around. (12)
5. R6: sc, dec x4. (8)
6. Stuff lightly and close.

With green, add a small leafy top:

1. In MR, work 5 times: ch 3, sl st in second ch from hook, sl st in next ch, sl st in ring.

Sew leaf cap to strawberry and place in hedgehog’s arms.

Hedgehog Capelet

Use pink.

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: hdc in second ch from hook and across. (17)
3. Row 2: ch 1, sc across. (17)
4. Row 3: skip 1, 5 dc in next, skip 1, sl st in next. Repeat across for scalloped edge.

Wrap around shoulders and sew in place.

Flower Crown for Hedgehog

• Make 4 mini rolled roses with ch 8 base strips
• Add 2 tiny green leaves
• Sew across top of head from one side to the other

Small Hat Flowers Optional

The main hat in the photo appears decorated with soft gathered netting rather than a heavy flower trim, but you may add one tiny rose if you want a fuller finish.

Assembly Order

1. Finish the bunny head, body, legs, arms, and ears.
2. Attach ears first so hat placement can be judged correctly.
3. Sew body to legs if not joined during crochet.
4. Add the dress bodice.
5. Add upper overskirt.
6. Add main petal skirt layers.
7. Attach long side train.
8. Sew arms in place.
9. Attach purse to right hand.
10. Attach bouquet to left hand.
11. Make and attach hat with veil at an angle.
12. Make hedgehog and all its accessories.

Proportion Check While You Work

• The head should be the largest single shape on the bunny.
• The ears should reach down close to the waist or slightly lower.
• The body should remain much narrower than the head.
• The legs should be long and slim, roughly the length of head plus body combined from shoulder to foot line.
• The dress should widen the silhouette more than the body underneath.
• The train should begin near the left-back waist and spread generously.
• The hat should be small compared to the head and tilted, not centered flat.
• The hedgehog should look tiny beside the bunny, about one quarter of her height.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew every piece securely with small hidden stitches. Embroider the bunny nose in a pale pink or dusty rose tone, keeping it tiny and centered. Add a very light cheek blush. Position the hat slightly off-center and angle the bouquet upward toward the chest for the same graceful posture seen in the image.

Care Notes

Display the finished set in a dry indoor space. Avoid pulling on the veil, bouquet petals, or pearl purse handle. If the doll is intended for a child, replace beads and safety eyes with embroidered details for safety.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Eyes aligned evenly
• Ears attached symmetrically but hanging naturally
• Dress collar centered
• Front petals overlapping neatly
• Ivory layer visible beneath rose layer
• Train secured at the side-back waist
• Hat tilted to one side
• Purse and bouquet sewn firmly
• Hedgehog able to sit upright

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Dust gently with a soft dry brush. Spot clean only with a slightly damp cloth and mild soap if needed. Do not soak, wring, or machine wash, especially because the doll includes shaping, beadwork, layered petals, and accessory stitching. Reshape by hand and air dry flat away from direct sun to preserve color and structure.