Crochet Tutorial: Marigold Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet Tutorial: Marigold Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This elegant amigurumi bunny set is designed for makers who love heirloom-style handmade toys, spring nursery decor, collectible crochet dolls, and gift-worthy stuffed animals. The soft yellow dress, flowered hat, tiny handbag, watering can, yarn basket, and squirrel friend create a boutique look that many shoppers search for when browsing artisan amigurumi, handmade bunny dolls, and crochet home display pieces.

If you enjoy creating crochet patterns that look ready for a craft fair, baby shower gift table, or handmade toy shop, this sweet bunny is a wonderful project. It blends doll styling with classic amigurumi structure, making it ideal for readers who also love searching for crochet bunny doll pattern, handmade stuffed rabbit, collectible amigurumi animal, and spring crochet gift ideas.

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

Pattern Overview

This pattern recreates the full scene shown in the image: the seated bunny doll, wide-brim flower hat, off-shoulder dress with floral hem, belt, shoes, shoulder bag, small watering can, yarn basket with yarn balls, and the tiny squirrel holding an acorn.

The bunny is the main project. The accessory pieces are smaller but important because they complete the exact visual story. To match the image closely, use a tight amigurumi gauge and firm stuffing. The finished bunny should feel structured, not floppy.

The bunny is worked mostly in continuous rounds unless noted. Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of each round. For the dress, hat brim, and decorative layers, keep your tension even so the fabric stays smooth.

Materials

  • Light worsted cotton yarn or fine DK cotton in the following colors:
    • Warm cream for bunny body
    • Soft butter yellow for hat, dress, shoes, and bag trim
    • Golden mustard for belt and bag handle accents
    • Leaf green for leaves and flower stems
    • Rose pink, pale pink, dusty blue, pale sage, ivory, taupe, and light beige for accessories
    • Warm medium brown for squirrel
    • Darker brown for acorn cap
    • Light tan for watering can and basket
  • 2.25 mm crochet hook for all main pieces
  • 2.0 mm crochet hook for tiny flowers, leaves, and small accessories if you want very crisp detail
  • Black safety eyes, 8 mm for bunny
  • Black safety eyes, 4.5 to 5 mm for squirrel
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Fine pink embroidery thread for blush detail
  • Brown embroidery thread for eyebrows
  • Dusty rose or light brown thread for bunny nose and mouth
  • Thin plastic canvas or cardstock circle for optional hat support
  • Craft wire optional for squirrel tail shaping and bag handle shaping

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
  • rep = repeat

Finished Size

The bunny doll measures approximately 28 to 32 cm tall from the top of the head to the base of the feet, not including the hat brim flare. The squirrel measures about 10 to 12 cm tall. The basket, watering can, and bag are sized proportionally to match the image.

Gauge and Tension Notes

Gauge is less important than consistency, but the stitches must be compact. You should not see stuffing through the fabric. If your stitches are loose, go down one hook size.

The hat, skirt, and accessories in the image look very neat and dense. Cotton yarn helps create that smooth, polished finish. Acrylic can work, but cotton or cotton blend will give the cleanest result.

Bunny Legs Make 2

Foot and Shoe Base

Start with yellow for the shoe.

  1. Ch 7.
  2. Round 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, working on opposite side sc 4, inc in last st. (14)
  3. Round 2: inc, sc 4, inc x 3, sc 4, inc x 2. (20)
  4. Round 3: sc 1, inc, sc 4, rep 3 times total of 4 inc spaced across curve, sc 4, rep 2 inc across end, sc 1. (26)
  5. Round 4: BLO sc around. (26)
  6. Round 5: sc 7, dec, sc 3, dec, dec, sc 3, dec, sc 7. (22)
  7. Round 6: sc 6, dec, sc 2, dec, dec, sc 2, dec, sc 6. (18)
  8. Round 7: sc 5, dec, sc 1, dec, dec, sc 1, dec, sc 5. (14)

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Stuff only the front of the shoe lightly. Flatten the opening so the toe stays softly rounded. Change to cream in the next round.

Leg Tube

  1. Round 8: BLO sc around in cream. (14)
  2. Rounds 9 to 24: sc around for 16 rounds. (14)

Stuff firmly from foot upward. Shape the ankle neatly so the shoe sits slightly outward, just like the image. Fasten off first leg. Make second leg but do not fasten off.

Joining Legs and Lower Body

  1. Round 25: On second leg, ch 3 and join to first leg with sc. Sc 14 around first leg, sc 3 across chain, sc 14 around second leg, sc 3 on opposite side of chain. (34)
  2. Round 26: sc around. (34)
  3. Round 27: sc 15, inc, sc 2, inc, sc 15. (36)
  4. Round 28: sc around. (36)
  5. Round 29: sc 16, inc, sc 2, inc, sc 16. (38)
  6. Rounds 30 to 33: sc around. (38)

This section forms the hips and seated lower torso. The image shows a soft, slightly pear-shaped silhouette under the dress, so keep this part full but not overly wide.

Upper Body

  1. Round 34: sc 17, dec, sc 2, dec, sc 17. (36)
  2. Round 35: sc around. (36)
  3. Round 36: sc 7, dec, sc 10, dec, sc 15. (34)
  4. Round 37: sc around. (34)
  5. Round 38: sc 7, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 15. (32)
  6. Round 39: sc around. (32)
  7. Round 40: sc 6, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 14. (30)
  8. Round 41: sc around. (30)
  9. Round 42: sc 5, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 13. (28)
  10. Round 43: sc around. (28)
  11. Round 44: sc 4, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 12. (26)
  12. Round 45: sc around. (26)
  13. Round 46: sc 3, dec, sc 8, dec, sc 11. (24)
  14. Rounds 47 to 49: sc around. (24)

Stuff very firmly through the torso. Shape the belly softly, but do not overfill the chest. The bunny in the image has a slim neck and small shoulders compared with the large head and skirt.

Neck

  1. Round 50: dec x 6, sc 12. (18)
  2. Rounds 51 to 54: sc around. (18)

Add extra stuffing to the neck so it can support the head. If desired, insert a short neck support made from a wrapped dowel or stacked cotton swabs secured with tape.

Head

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

Insert eyes between rounds 13 and 14 with about 10 visible stitches between them. The image shows medium eyes placed low on the face for a sweet expression. Before securing, test the placement carefully.

  1. Round 19: sc 7, dec x 6. (48)
  2. Round 20: sc 6, dec x 6. (42)
  3. Round 21: sc 5, dec x 6. (36)
  4. Round 22: sc 4, dec x 6. (30)

Start stuffing firmly. Shape the cheeks gently forward. The face in the image is rounded with a small muzzle area, but not a strong protruding snout.

  1. Round 23: sc 3, dec x 6. (24)
  2. Round 24: sc 2, dec x 6. (18)
  3. Round 25: sc 1, dec x 6. (12)
  4. Round 26: dec x 6. (6)

Fasten off and close. Sew the head to the neck securely, angling the face slightly forward. In the image, the head does not tilt back. It sits centered and calm, with a mild forward-facing pose.

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Arms Make 2

Use cream yarn.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Rounds 3 to 5: sc around. (12)
  4. Round 6: sc 4, dec x 2, sc 4. (10)
  5. Rounds 7 to 18: sc around. (10)
  6. Round 19: dec, sc 8. (9)
  7. Rounds 20 to 22: sc around. (9)

Stuff only the lower half. Flatten the top opening and sew closed. Stitch arms onto the body at rounds 46 to 48. Angle them downward and slightly inward so they rest beside the dress, matching the relaxed pose from the image.

Ears Make 2

The ears are long, slim, and softly hanging. They start closer together near the top side of the head and hang down to shoulder level.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: sc around. (6)
  3. Round 3: sc 2, inc, sc 3. (7)
  4. Round 4: sc around. (7)
  5. Round 5: sc 3, inc, sc 3. (8)
  6. Round 6: sc around. (8)
  7. Round 7: sc 3, inc, sc 4. (9)
  8. Round 8: sc around. (9)
  9. Round 9: sc 4, inc, sc 4. (10)
  10. Rounds 10 to 32: sc around. (10)
  11. Round 33: sc 4, dec, sc 4. (9)
  12. Round 34: sc around. (9)
  13. Round 35: sc 3, dec, sc 4. (8)
  14. Round 36: sc around. (8)

Do not stuff. Flatten lightly. Sew the ears to the head between rounds 7 and 10, slightly behind the crown area. Let them fall down naturally. One should drape slightly more forward, just like the photo.

Dress Skirt

The skirt is attached around the waist and flares outward. The image shows a dense, elegant bell shape with a decorative floral hem.

With yellow, join yarn around the waist at round 25 or where the hips begin to widen visually.

  1. Round 1: FLO around body, sc evenly in 38 sts. (38)
  2. Round 2: sc 5, inc x 1, rep around. (44)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (44)
  4. Round 4: sc 6, inc x 1, rep around. (50)
  5. Round 5: sc around. (50)
  6. Round 6: sc 4, inc, sc 4, inc, rep around. (60)
  7. Round 7: sc around. (60)
  8. Round 8: sc 5, inc, sc 5, inc, rep around. (70)
  9. Round 9: sc around. (70)
  10. Round 10: sc 6, inc, sc 6, inc, rep around. (80)
  11. Round 11: sc around. (80)
  12. Round 12: sc 7, inc, sc 7, inc, rep around. (90)
  13. Round 13: sc around. (90)
  14. Round 14: hdc around. (90)
  15. Round 15: sc around. (90)

If you want a firmer bell shape, add one hidden round of surface slip stitch on the inside near the waist, or lightly steam-block the skirt over a bowl. The hem should spread wide enough to frame the legs like the image.

Dress Bodice and Collar

The dress has an off-shoulder neckline with a rounded collar band. Work the bodice directly onto the torso.

With yellow, join at upper torso around round 42.

  1. Round 1: FLO around upper torso, sc 24. (24)
  2. Round 2: hdc around. (24)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (24)

For the off-shoulder ruffle:

  1. Round 4: Join in front loop of Round 1, hdc inc in each st around. (48)
  2. Round 5: sc around. (48)
  3. Round 6: hdc around. (48)

Fasten off. This creates the thick rounded neckline band visible in the image.

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Belt

Using mustard yellow:

  1. Ch 28.
  2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 27.
  3. Fasten off.

Wrap around waist and sew in place. Leave a small overlap at center front.

For buckle:

  1. Ch 6, join to form ring.
  2. Round 1: 10 sc around ring.
  3. Fasten off.

Sew buckle centered on the belt. Add a few tiny stitches across the middle to suggest the belt tongue.

Shoes Decorative Edge

With cream, embroider a narrow inner edge opening on each shoe. With yellow, lightly stuff and shape the shoes so the toes point slightly upward. The image shows simple rounded Mary Jane style slippers without straps.

Bag

The small handbag is cream with yellow top edge and handle, plus tiny flowers on the front.

With cream:

  1. Ch 8.
  2. Round 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch, sc 5 on opposite side, inc in last st. (16)
  3. Round 2: inc, sc 5, inc x 3, sc 5, inc x 2. (22)
  4. Round 3: BLO sc around. (22)
  5. Rounds 4 to 8: sc around. (22)
  6. Round 9: sc around in yellow. (22)

Fasten off, leaving a sewing tail. Lightly stuff or insert a small felt form if you want the bag to stay plump.

Handle:

  1. With mustard yellow, ch 18.
  2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st 17.

Sew ends to inside top edges of bag to form a soft upright handle.

Add 3 tiny rosettes and 3 leaves to the front lower right side.

Rosettes for Dress, Hat, and Bag

Make several in yellow and a few in pink, pale yellow, and muted sage for the hat cluster.

Small Rose

  1. Ch 16.
  2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in each ch across. (30)
  3. Roll strip tightly from one end to the other.
  4. Sew base securely to hold shape.

Medium Rose

  1. Ch 21.
  2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 2 hdc in each ch across. (40)
  3. Roll and stitch at the base.

Leaf

  1. Ch 6.
  2. Work on one side: sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, sc, sl st in last ch.
  3. Turn to opposite side of chain: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Make enough yellow roses and green leaves to decorate the lower front skirt in an arcing border. The image shows a dense flower band concentrated at the front bottom hem, not fully around the entire skirt.

Skirt Floral Placement

Sew 9 to 12 yellow roses of mixed sizes across the lower front half of the skirt. Place them from left hem, rising slightly toward center, then falling toward right hem.

Insert green leaves between each flower. The visual effect should feel lush but still neat. The flowers should sit approximately 1 to 2 rounds above the hem, with leaves angled outward.

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Hat Crown

Use yellow.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc x 6. (18)
  4. Round 4: sc 2, inc x 6. (24)
  5. Round 5: sc 3, inc x 6. (30)
  6. Round 6: sc 4, inc x 6. (36)
  7. Round 7: sc 5, inc x 6. (42)
  8. Round 8: sc 6, inc x 6. (48)
  9. Rounds 9 to 14: sc around. (48)

This crown should sit low over the bunny’s forehead and leave the face open. The image shows a classic rounded sunhat shape rather than a tall hat.

Hat Brim

  1. Round 15: BLO sc around. (48)
  2. Round 16: sc 7, inc, rep around. (54)
  3. Round 17: sc around. (54)
  4. Round 18: sc 8, inc, rep around. (60)
  5. Round 19: sc around. (60)
  6. Round 20: hdc 9, inc, rep around. (66)
  7. Round 21: sc around. (66)
  8. Round 22: hdc 10, inc, rep around. (72)
  9. Round 23: sc around. (72)
  10. Round 24: hdc 11, inc, rep around. (78)
  11. Round 25: sc around. (78)
  12. Round 26: crab stitch or tight reverse sc around for a polished edge. (78)

If the brim droops too much, insert a thin support circle inside the crown base or lightly starch the brim. The brim in the image curves softly downward, especially on the sides.

Hat Band and Flowers

Band:

  1. With slightly darker yellow or mustard, ch 50.
  2. Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across.

Sew around the base of the crown where it meets the brim.

Make one medium pink rose, one pale yellow rose, one small muted sage rose, and 3 to 4 green leaves. Sew them on the right side of the hat band, clustered tightly.

Watering Can

Use light tan with a thin stripe of pale blue or gray if desired.

Body

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc x 6. (18)
  4. Round 4: sc 2, inc x 6. (24)
  5. Rounds 5 to 8: sc around. (24)
  6. Round 9: BLO sc around. (24)
  7. Round 10: sc around. (24)
  8. Round 11: sc 2, dec x 6. (18)
  9. Round 12: sc around. (18)

Stuff lightly. Flatten bottom slightly so it sits on the table.

Top Rim

Join yarn in front loop of Round 9 and work 1 round of hdc around.

Spout

  1. Round 1: MR 4. (4)
  2. Rounds 2 to 7: sc around. (4)
  3. Round 8: sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc. (6)
  4. Rounds 9 to 11: sc around. (6)

Lightly stuff only the base. Sew to front side of can angled upward and outward.

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Handle

  1. Ch 14.
  2. Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across.

Sew from upper back to mid-side. Add a second shorter curved chain at the top if you want the double-handled look visible in the image.

Yarn Basket

Use tan or light brown.

Basket Base

  1. Ch 8.
  2. Round 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch, sc 5 on opposite side, inc in last st. (16)
  3. Round 2: inc, sc 5, inc x 3, sc 5, inc x 2. (22)
  4. Round 3: BLO sc around. (22)
  5. Rounds 4 to 8: sc around. (22)
  6. Round 9: hdc around. (22)

Fasten off. Shape into a soft upright basket.

Basket Handle

  1. Ch 22.
  2. Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across.

Sew to opposite upper sides of basket.

Yarn Balls

Make 4 small yarn balls in pale mint, ivory, taupe, and soft yellow.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (12)
  4. Round 4: dec x 6. (6)

Stuff lightly, close, and embroider a few wraparound lines on each ball to resemble yarn winding. Place inside basket.

Squirrel Body

Use medium brown.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc x 6. (18)
  4. Round 4: sc 2, inc x 6. (24)
  5. Rounds 5 to 8: sc around. (24)
  6. Round 9: sc 2, dec x 6. (18)
  7. Round 10: sc around. (18)
  8. Round 11: sc 1, dec x 6. (12)
  9. Round 12: sc around. (12)

Stuff firmly. The squirrel is squat and rounded in the image, with a slightly large head-to-body ratio.

Squirrel Head

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc x 6. (18)
  4. Round 4: sc 2, inc x 6. (24)
  5. Rounds 5 to 8: sc around. (24)

Insert 4.5 to 5 mm eyes between rounds 6 and 7 with 6 to 7 stitches between them.

  1. Round 9: sc 2, dec x 6. (18)
  2. Round 10: sc 1, dec x 6. (12)
  3. Round 11: dec x 6. (6)

Stuff before closing. Sew head to body.

Squirrel Muzzle

Use cream or light beige.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (12)

Lightly stuff and sew to lower head. Embroider a tiny brown nose and short mouth line.

Squirrel Ears Make 2

  1. Round 1: MR 4. (4)
  2. Round 2: sc around. (4)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc. (6)
  4. Round 4: sc around. (6)

Flatten and sew to top head.

Squirrel Arms and Legs

Arms make 2:

  1. Round 1: MR 5. (5)
  2. Rounds 2 to 6: sc around. (5)

Legs make 2:

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: sc around. (6)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (6)

Sew legs low on body and arms forward so they can hold the acorn.

Squirrel Tail

The tail is tall, curled, and oversized.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: sc around. (6)
  3. Round 3: sc 2, inc, sc 3. (7)
  4. Round 4: sc around. (7)
  5. Round 5: sc 3, inc, sc 3. (8)
  6. Rounds 6 to 18: sc around. (8)
  7. Round 19: sc 2, dec, sc 4. (7)
  8. Round 20: sc around. (7)
  9. Round 21: sc 2, dec, sc 3. (6)
  10. Rounds 22 to 24: sc around. (6)

Stuff lightly. Curve the tail upward and forward before sewing to the back. A thin wire inside is optional.

Squirrel Shirt

Use soft blue.

  1. Ch 16 and join, being careful not to twist.
  2. Round 1: sc around. (16)
  3. Round 2: hdc around. (16)
  4. Round 3: sc around. (16)
  5. Round 4: sc 3, skip 2, sc 6, skip 2, sc 3. This creates arm openings.
  6. Round 5: sc around each opening and body evenly.

Fasten off and fit to the squirrel body. Sew in place with a few hidden stitches.

Squirrel Tiny Hat

Use brown or tan with a mustard band.

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc 1, inc x 6. (18)
  4. Rounds 4 to 5: sc around. (18)
  5. Round 6: BLO sc around. (18)
  6. Round 7: sc 2, inc x 6. (24)
  7. Round 8: sc around. (24)

Add a small mustard chain band and sew hat tilted slightly to one side.

Acorn

Bottom in beige:

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: inc x 6. (12)
  3. Round 3: sc around. (12)
  4. Round 4: dec x 6. (6)

Top cap in dark brown:

  1. Round 1: MR 6. (6)
  2. Round 2: sc 1, inc x 3, sc 1, inc x 3. (12)
  3. Round 3: BLO sc around. (12)

Join cap to acorn body. Add a tiny stem with 3 chains. Sew or tack into squirrel hands.

Facial Embroidery for Bunny

Embroider a small triangular nose in dusty rose or light brown centered between the eyes, about 2 rounds below eye line. Extend a short vertical stitch downward, then make two tiny angled mouth stitches.

Add curved eyebrows with brown thread, placed high and slightly outward to create the gentle expression seen in the image. Add light blush using pastel or embroidery thread on both cheeks.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

  • Sew head securely to neck before adding hat.
  • Attach ears so they hang long and soft on both sides.
  • Sew arms low and relaxed, not raised.
  • Place floral skirt details only across the front lower half.
  • Angle the hat slightly low over the forehead.
  • Keep the bunny face simple: small nose, tiny mouth, soft brows, subtle blush.
  • Arrange the bag at the bunny’s side or let it rest near the squirrel for display.

Care Notes

  • Display indoors away from direct sunlight to protect soft yellow tones.
  • Spot clean whenever possible.
  • If making for a child, embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes.
  • Store the hat flat or on the bunny head to preserve brim shape.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

  • Head centered and stable
  • Ears even in length and placement
  • Skirt flared smoothly
  • Belt centered at front
  • Flowers balanced on skirt and hat
  • Shoes shaped and matched
  • Squirrel tail curved upward
  • Basket, watering can, bag, and acorn all completed

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

  • Use a soft dry brush to remove surface dust from flowers and textured stitches.
  • For small marks, dab gently with mild soap and cool water, then blot with a towel.
  • Do not twist or wring stuffed pieces.
  • Reshape while damp and let air dry completely.
  • Keep in a clean box or glass cabinet if used as display decor.

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