Crochet Tutorial: Chamomile Sunshine Rustic Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This soft cottage-style bunny set is designed to look like a handmade heirloom toy you would happily add to a nursery shelf, spring table, Easter basket display, or gift box. The finished set has the feel of a premium handmade bunny doll, a collectible amigurumi rabbit, and charming seasonal home decor all in one.

The outfit details give it the look many shoppers search for when browsing for a crochet bunny pattern, spring amigurumi doll, artisan nursery decor, rustic bunny plush, and handmade Easter gift idea. You will also make the little duck friend and the flower pot accessory so the full display matches the image beautifully.

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Materials

• Main bunny yarn: light beige or warm oatmeal cotton yarn, DK or light worsted
• Dress and hood yarn: muted olive green cotton yarn, same weight
• Trim yarn: soft cream or ivory cotton yarn
• Duck yarn: warm yellow cotton yarn
• Duck dress yarn: cream or ivory cotton yarn
• Flower center yarn: mustard or golden yellow
• Flower petal yarn: white
• Beak and feet yarn: orange
• Hat yarn: pale straw beige
• Pot yarn: warm brown
• Floral embroidery yarn: tiny scraps in pink, green, yellow, blue, and purple
• Hook sizes: 2.25 mm for most parts, 2.0 mm for tiny details if needed
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Safety eyes: 8 mm for bunny, 5 mm for duck
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Optional: floral wire for bouquet stems, fabric glue for bouquet placement, blush powder for cheeks

Gauge and Finished Size

Gauge is not critical if you keep a tight fabric with no visible stuffing gaps. The most important point is consistency. If your stitches run loose, move down a hook size.

• Bunny height: about 24 to 28 cm from foot to top of hood
• Duck height: about 9 to 11 cm
• Flower pot height: about 7 to 8 cm without bouquet

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
• rep = repeat

General Notes

• This pattern is worked mostly in continuous rounds unless another method is stated.
• Mark the first stitch of every round.
• Stuff firmly but shape gently. The bunny in the image has a rounded head, a softly filled torso, slim limbs, and long drooping ears.
• Keep decreases neat and invisible to preserve the polished handmade-shop finish.
• The bunny outfit is built as separate pieces for the closest look to the reference image.
• The duck dress includes a simple embroidered floral look to echo the printed effect in the image.

Color Placement Overview

• Bunny body, head, arms, legs, ears: warm beige
• Bunny hood, pinafore dress, shoes: muted olive green
• Bunny sleeve and hem trim: cream
• Daisy appliqués: white petals, yellow centers
• Duck body: yellow
• Duck dress and hat: cream/straw tones
• Flower pot: brown with beige bow

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Bunny Doll Pattern

Legs Make 2

The legs are short, straight, and slightly rounded at the feet. The feet should look soft and stubby rather than long. Start in beige.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 18 sc. (18)
5. Rnd 5: 5 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 2 sc. (16)
6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 2 sc. (14)
7. Rnd 7: 14 sc in BLO. (14)
8. Rnd 8-15: 14 sc. (14)

Stuff the foot and lower leg. Flatten the top of the first leg and fasten off. Make the second leg the same but do not cut yarn.

Joining the Legs and Lower Body

1. Rnd 16: On second leg, ch 3 and join to first leg with 1 sc. Sc 13 around first leg, sc 3 across chain, sc 14 around second leg, sc 3 on other side of chain. (34)
2. Rnd 17: 34 sc. (34)
3. Rnd 18: 34 sc. (34)
4. Rnd 19: (sc 15, dec) x 2. (32)
5. Rnd 20: 32 sc. (32)
6. Rnd 21: (sc 6, dec) x 4. (28)
7. Rnd 22: 28 sc. (28)
8. Rnd 23: (sc 5, dec) x 4. (24)

Stuff the hips and body base well. Shape the joined-leg area with your fingers so the bunny can stand supported when posed against a cushion or decorative surface.

Torso

The torso should be softly pear-shaped, not cylindrical. The shoulder line is narrow and rounded. Continue in beige.

1. Rnd 24: 24 sc. (24)
2. Rnd 25: (sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
3. Rnd 26: 30 sc. (30)
4. Rnd 27: 30 sc. (30)
5. Rnd 28: (sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
6. Rnd 29: 36 sc. (36)
7. Rnd 30: 36 sc. (36)
8. Rnd 31: (sc 4, dec) x 6. (30)
9. Rnd 32: 30 sc. (30)
10. Rnd 33: (sc 3, dec) x 6. (24)
11. Rnd 34: 24 sc. (24)
12. Rnd 35: (sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)

Stuff firmly, especially the belly and upper chest, but do not overfill the shoulder area.

Head

The head is the most important shaping element. It is large and almost round, with a soft lower cheek area and a smooth crown. Continue from the neck in beige.

1. Rnd 36: In FLO, (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
2. Rnd 37: (sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
3. Rnd 38: (sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
4. Rnd 39: (sc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
5. Rnd 40: (sc 6, inc) x 6. (48)
6. Rnd 41: (sc 7, inc) x 6. (54)
7. Rnd 42-49: 54 sc. (54)
8. Rnd 50: (sc 7, dec) x 6. (48)
9. Rnd 51: (sc 6, dec) x 6. (42)
10. Rnd 52: (sc 5, dec) x 6. (36)
11. Rnd 53: (sc 4, dec) x 6. (30)

Insert the 8 mm safety eyes between Rnds 45 and 46 with 8 visible stitches between them. For the sweet wide-faced look in the image, place them slightly low rather than high.

Stuff the head very firmly and evenly. Shape the cheeks with your thumbs as you fill. Continue closing.

1. Rnd 54: (sc 3, dec) x 6. (24)
2. Rnd 55: (sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
3. Rnd 56: (sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
4. Rnd 57: dec x 6. (6)

Fasten off and close.

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Arms Make 2

The arms are medium length and lightly stuffed, with a gentle downward angle. Add the ruffled cuff later in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4-5: 18 sc. (18)
5. Rnd 6: (sc 4, dec) x 3. (15)
6. Rnd 7: 15 sc. (15)
7. Rnd 8: (sc 3, dec) x 3. (12)
8. Rnd 9-18: 12 sc. (12)

Stuff the hand area and only a little into the arm. Flatten the top opening and sew closed with 6 stitches through both sides. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Ruffled Sleeve Cuffs Make 2

Using cream yarn, join around the wrist line where you want the cuff to sit, about one round above the hand shaping.

1. Rnd 1: 12 sc evenly around. (12)
2. Rnd 2: (2 hdc in each st) around. (24)
3. Rnd 3: loosely sl st around or leave as is if the ruffle already looks soft enough.

Ears Make 2

The ears are long, narrow at the top, and softly widened through the center. They should hang well below the shoulder when attached.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5-8: 24 sc. (24)
6. Rnd 9: (sc 6, dec) x 3. (21)
7. Rnd 10-12: 21 sc. (21)
8. Rnd 13: (sc 5, dec) x 3. (18)
9. Rnd 14-20: 18 sc. (18)
10. Rnd 21: (sc 4, dec) x 3. (15)
11. Rnd 22-28: 15 sc. (15)
12. Rnd 29: (sc 3, dec) x 3. (12)
13. Rnd 30-34: 12 sc. (12)

Do not stuff the ears. Flatten the opening and stitch closed. Leave a tail for sewing.

Tail

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: 18 sc. (18)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)

Stuff lightly and sew to the back of the body, hidden under the skirt.

Bunny Hood

The hood frames the face closely and ties beneath the chin with a soft bow. It is not a pointed bonnet. It sits like a fitted crochet headscarf with small side coverage.

Using olive green, work from the front face opening outward in joined rounds. Chain 2 does not count as a stitch.

1. Rnd 1: Ch 36, join carefully without twisting. 36 sc around. (36)
2. Rnd 2: 36 sc. (36)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
4. Rnd 4: 42 sc. (42)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 6, inc) x 6. (48)
6. Rnd 6: 48 sc. (48)
7. Rnd 7: (sc 7, inc) x 6. (54)
8. Rnd 8-10: 54 sc. (54)

Fold the hood flat so the seam sits at the back. Close the crown by stitching the top back section together for about 11 to 12 stitches, leaving the face opening round and smooth.

For the face edging, join yarn at one lower side of the opening.

1. Edging row: sc evenly around the face opening, working 1 sc in each stitch and 2 sc around the lower curve if needed.

For the ties:

1. At one lower front corner, ch 26, sl st back in second ch from hook and across all chains. Fasten off.
2. Repeat on the other side.

Sew the ears under the hood so they emerge from the side top area and fall straight down. The hood should sit snugly but not cover the eyes.

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Bunny Pinafore Dress

The dress in the image is a muted olive pinafore with a textured skirt, cream blouse visible at the neckline, and two daisies on the bib. This section creates the green overdress. The cream blouse effect is created separately.

Skirt Section

Using olive green, make a chain that fits around the widest part of the bunny torso. The sample uses 36 stitches.

1. Rnd 1: Ch 36, join, 36 sc. (36)
2. Rnd 2: 36 hdc in BLO. (36)
3. Rnd 3: 36 hdc. (36)
4. Rnd 4: (hdc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
5. Rnd 5: 42 hdc. (42)
6. Rnd 6: 42 hdc in BLO. (42)
7. Rnd 7: 42 hdc. (42)
8. Rnd 8: (hdc 6, inc) x 6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: 48 hdc. (48)
10. Rnd 10: 48 hdc. (48)
11. Rnd 11: (hdc 7, inc) x 6. (54)
12. Rnd 12-14: 54 hdc. (54)

Fasten off. The skirt should sit just below the knees and slightly bell outward, matching the rustic doll silhouette in the image.

Front Bib

Using olive green, work in rows.

1. Row 1: Ch 13, sc in second ch from hook and across. (12)
2. Row 2-8: Ch 1, turn, 12 sc. (12)
3. Row 9: Ch 1, turn, dec, 8 sc, dec. (10)
4. Row 10-11: Ch 1, turn, 10 sc. (10)

Fasten off.

Shoulder Straps Make 2

1. Ch 18.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, 17 sc.

Sew the straps to the top corners of the bib, then to the back waistline of the skirt so they sit straight over the shoulders.

Back Waist Edge

Join olive green to the back top edge of the skirt and work 18 sc across the back half only. This helps anchor the straps and gives a tidier finish.

Hem Trim

Using cream yarn, join at lower skirt edge.

1. Round: (sc 2, 3 dc in next st, sc 2, sl st in next st) rep around as a gentle shell trim.

Adjust the repeat if needed to fit your stitch count. The trim should be delicate, not frilly.

Cream Blouse Neckline Effect

Using cream yarn, work a simple collar strip in rows.

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (17)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, 17 sc in BLO. (17)
4. Row 3-4: repeat Row 2.

Wrap and sew this tiny strip around the base of the neck above the dress bib to imitate the blouse neckline seen in the image.

Daisy Appliqués Make 2

Each daisy is attached to the front bib. Keep them flat and centered.

Using yellow:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR, join with sl st. (6)

Change to white.

1. Petals: *(ch 3, 2 dc in third ch from hook, sl st in next center st)* repeat 6 times.

Fasten off, flatten, and sew one daisy on each lower side of the bib. The flowers should sit side by side with a small gap between them.

Bunny Shoes Make 2

The shoes are olive green Mary Jane style, sitting over the beige feet with a small strap impression. You can make them removable or stitch them in place.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x 6. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: 24 sc in BLO. (24)
6. Rnd 6: 7 sc, dec x 5, 7 sc. (19)
7. Rnd 7: 6 sc, dec x 3, 7 sc. (16)
8. Rnd 8: 16 sc.

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Fasten off. Slip onto the foot and tack lightly in place.

For the strap, join yarn on one side opening, ch 6, attach to opposite side with sl st, then sc back along the chain if you want a thicker strap.

Duck Companion Pattern

Duck Body and Head

The duck in the image is tiny, rounded, and simple, with a slightly larger head than body. Start with yellow.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x 6. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5-8: 24 sc. (24)
6. Rnd 9: (sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
7. Rnd 10: 18 sc. (18)
8. Rnd 11: (sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
9. Rnd 12: In FLO, (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
10. Rnd 13: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
11. Rnd 14-17: 24 sc. (24)

Insert 5 mm eyes between Rnds 15 and 16 with 5 visible stitches between them. Stuff the body and head.

1. Rnd 18: (sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
2. Rnd 19: (sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
3. Rnd 20: dec x 6. (6)

Fasten off and close.

Beak

Using orange, work in rows.

1. Ch 5.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 3. (4)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 2. (3)

Fasten off and sew centered just below the eyes.

Feet Make 2

Using orange:

1. Ch 4.
2. In second ch from hook, sl st, ch 2, sl st in same base, ch 2, sl st in same base, ch 2, sl st in next base, sl st in last base.

Fasten off and sew under the body so the duck stands slightly forward.

Duck Wings Make 2

Using yellow:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: (sc 1, inc) x 3. (9)
3. Rnd 3: 9 sc.

Flatten and sew to the body sides.

Duck Dress

The duck dress is cream with a soft floral feel. The floral print can be imitated with tiny embroidered lazy-daisy stitches and seed stitches after assembly.

Dress Skirt

Using cream, begin at the front loops left from Duck Body Rnd 12.

1. Rnd 1: 18 sc in FLO. (18)
2. Rnd 2: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
3. Rnd 3: 24 hdc. (24)
4. Rnd 4: (hdc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
5. Rnd 5: 30 hdc. (30)

Fasten off.

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Dress Bib

1. Ch 7.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (6)
3. Row 2-4: ch 1, turn, 6 sc. (6)

Sew to the front top of the skirt.

Dress Straps Make 2

1. Ch 10.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, 9 sc.

Sew the straps from the bib to the back of the dress.

Floral Embroidery

Use tiny stitches in pink, yellow, and green. Scatter only a few small motifs so the dress still reads as soft cream from a distance.

• Make 3 to 5 tiny lazy-daisy flowers.
• Add one small yellow knot or stitch in each flower center.
• Add a few green straight stitches for stems or leaves.

Duck Hat

The hat is shallow with a floppy brim. It should sit low and slightly oversized, just like the sweet straw hat look in the image.

Using straw beige:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x 6. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 30 sc. (30)
7. Rnd 7: 30 sc in BLO. (30)
8. Rnd 8: (sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
9. Rnd 9: 36 hdc. (36)
10. Rnd 10: (hdc 5, inc) x 6. (42)
11. Rnd 11: 42 hdc loosely. (42)

For the textured edge, cut several short strands and knot them sparsely along the brim edge, then trim evenly for a subtle frayed straw effect.

Duck Daisy Accessory

Make one slightly larger daisy for the duck to hold.

Center in yellow:

1. Rnd 1: 8 sc in MR, join. (8)

Petals in white:

1. *(ch 4, 3 dc in third ch from hook, sl st in next st)* repeat 8 times.

For the stem, use green yarn and ch 12. Sew the flower to one wing or hand area so it angles slightly outward.

Flower Pot Accessory

Pot Base

The pot is cylindrical and lightly stuffed or filled with scrap yarn. It has a tied bow around the upper section.

Using brown:

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x 6. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: 30 sc in BLO. (30)
7. Rnd 7-14: 30 sc. (30)

Lightly stuff or insert a small cardboard circle base wrapped safely if you want a firmer standing pot.

Pot Rim

Using the front loops left from Rnd 6:

1. Join brown and work 30 hdc in FLO around. (30)
2. Optional second round: 30 reverse single crochet for a neat rolled look.

Bow

Using beige, ch 36. Wrap around the pot and tie into a bow. Tack the knot so it stays centered.

Bouquet

You can use ready-made artificial mini flowers or crochet simple blossoms. For a full handmade set, make a mixed bouquet with tiny stems.

Mini Daisy Make Several

1. Center: 6 sc in MR with yellow.
2. Petals: change to white and work *(ch 3, sl st in second ch from hook, sl st in next ch, sl st in next center st)* six times.

Mini Purple or Pink Flowers

1. Centerless flower: 5 sl st petals into MR using purple or pink, pulling the ring tight afterward.

Stems

1. Using green, ch 12 to 16 for each stem.
2. Sl st back along the chain for a firmer stem.

Gather the stems and secure them inside the pot. Arrange them so the bouquet sits slightly full and irregular, just like the charming wildflower bunch in the image.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Sew the arms to the upper torso around Rnd 33, angled slightly downward.
• Sew the ears high on the head sides, then fit the hood over them.
• Embroider the bunny nose with light brown yarn as a tiny inverted triangle with a short center line.
• Add a faint blush under each eye for the soft toy-shop finish.
• Sew the dress onto the bunny so the bib sits centered and the skirt hangs evenly.
• Place the duck beside the bunny, slightly below knee height, and set the pot on the opposite side.

Care Notes

• Spot clean whenever possible.
• If full washing is needed, hand wash gently in cool water with mild soap.
• Do not wring the pieces.
• Reshape while damp and dry flat away from strong sun.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Bunny head looks round and larger than the body
• Ears hang long and soft
• Hood ties sit neatly under the chin
• Bib daisies are centered and even
• Shoes match in height and strap position
• Duck hat tilts gently with a soft brim
• Flower pot stands balanced with bouquet secured

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

• Store in a dry place and keep away from humidity to protect the stuffing and shape.
• Avoid hanging the bunny by the ears or straps for long periods.
• If displayed seasonally, wrap in breathable tissue between uses.
• Keep dark dyed yarns away from prolonged moisture contact with light sections.
• Brush the duck hat fringe gently with fingers after storage.