Crochet Tutorial: Rosebud Garden Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet Tutorial: Rosebud Garden Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This charming crochet set is designed for makers who love heirloom-style amigurumi, cottagecore decor, handmade nursery toys, and collectible stuffed animal dolls. The finished bunny in her red dress and flower hat has the polished look of a boutique crochet pattern, perfect for gifting, display, or adding to a handmade toy collection.

The image also includes sweet matching accessories that make the whole scene feel like a premium handmade set: a mini fox friend, a tiny purse, tea accessories, and floral details. If you enjoy patterns inspired by artisan dolls, amigurumi animals, and handmade gift ideas shoppers often search for, this project is especially satisfying.

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 is written in US English crochet terms and is designed to closely match the image.

The bunny has a large softly rounded head, long narrow floppy ears, a cream body, short arms, standing legs, a deep red dress with embroidered flowers, a white bib collar, black bow, red Mary Jane shoes, and a red brimmed hat with a white edging and small rose cluster.

The scene also includes a mini fox, a small red purse with pearl handle, a checked tea mat, one teapot, two tiny cups, and a little tan carry bag for the fox.

The main bunny is approximately 9.5 to 10.5 inches tall from feet to top of hat when made with the materials below. The fox is approximately 4 inches tall.

Materials

  • Sport or light DK cotton yarn in cream, deep red, white, black, dusty pink, rose pink, sage, tan, rust, green, and a tiny amount of brown
  • 2.25 mm hook for most pieces
  • 2.0 mm hook for very tiny accessories if desired
  • 6 mm safety eyes for bunny
  • 4 mm safety eyes for fox, or black embroidery
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Small scissors
  • Thin cardboard or plastic canvas circle for hat brim support, optional
  • Small faux pearls or pearl-like beads for purse handle, optional
  • Blush powder or pink embroidery for cheeks, optional

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
  • rep = repeat

General Notes

  • Work in continuous rounds unless a row is clearly stated.
  • Use a stitch marker at the start of every round.
  • Stuff firmly but do not overstuff. The bunny in the image has a smooth, rounded shape without sharp corners.
  • The dress should sit full and bell-shaped. Slight blocking helps.
  • The hat brim should curve downward gently, not lie completely flat.
  • The fox is lightly stuffed and smaller in scale than the bunny.

Main Bunny

Legs Make 2

Start in deep red for the shoe.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 18 sc. (18)
  5. Rnd 5: 5 sc, 4 dec, 5 sc. (14)
  6. Rnd 6: 14 sc in BLO. (14)
  7. Rnd 7: 14 sc. Fasten off red after first leg. (14)

Join cream to the BLO loops left from Round 6 to begin the leg.

  1. Rnd 8: BLO of Round 6, join cream and sc around. (14)
  2. Rnd 9-17: 14 sc. (14)

Stuff the shoe firmly and stuff the leg lightly. Make the second leg the same, but do not fasten off.

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Join Legs and Make Body

  1. Rnd 18: On second leg, ch 4. Join to first leg with sc. Sc 14 around first leg, sc 4 across chain, sc 14 around second leg, sc 4 on other side of chain. (36)
  2. Rnd 19: 36 sc. (36)
  3. Rnd 20: 36 sc. (36)
  4. Rnd 21: 4 sc, dec x2, 10 sc, dec x2, 14 sc. (32)
  5. Rnd 22: 32 sc. (32)
  6. Rnd 23: 3 sc, dec x2, 8 sc, dec x2, 13 sc. (28)
  7. Rnd 24: 28 sc. (28)
  8. Rnd 25: 2 sc, dec x2, 6 sc, dec x2, 12 sc. (24)
  9. Rnd 26: 24 sc. (24)
  10. Rnd 27: 24 sc in BLO. This round helps the dress sit properly later. (24)
  11. Rnd 28: 24 sc. (24)
  12. Rnd 29: sc, inc x12. (36)
  13. Rnd 30: 36 sc. (36)
  14. Rnd 31: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
  15. Rnd 32: 42 sc. (42)
  16. Rnd 33: 42 sc. (42)
  17. Rnd 34: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
  18. Rnd 35: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
  19. Rnd 36: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)

Stuff the body firmly, especially the lower body so the bunny can balance visually like the image. The upper body should stay neat and narrow.

Head

Continue from the body in cream.

  1. Rnd 37: In BLO, inc around. (48)
  2. Rnd 38: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
  3. Rnd 39: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
  4. Rnd 40: 9 sc, inc x6. (66)
  5. Rnd 41-50: 66 sc. (66)

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 45 and 46, about 12 stitches apart. The eyes should sit low on the face, leaving room for the hat brim and eyebrows. Add stuffing gradually so the face stays smooth.

  1. Rnd 51: 9 sc, dec x6. (60)
  2. Rnd 52: 8 sc, dec x6. (54)
  3. Rnd 53: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
  4. Rnd 54: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
  5. Rnd 55: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
  6. Rnd 56: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
  7. Rnd 57: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
  8. Rnd 58: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
  9. Rnd 59: sc, dec x6. (12)
  10. Rnd 60: dec around. (6)

Fasten off and close.

Arms Make 2

Start in cream.

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

Stuff only the lower half of each arm. Flatten the opening and crochet through both layers with 4 sc to close. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew arms at the sides of the upper body, around Rounds 33 to 35. Angle them slightly downward so they rest beside the dress just like the photo.

Ears Make 2

Use cream.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4-7: 18 sc. (18)
  5. Rnd 8: 7 sc, dec x2, 7 sc. (16)
  6. Rnd 9-12: 16 sc. (16)
  7. Rnd 13: 6 sc, dec x2, 6 sc. (14)
  8. Rnd 14-18: 14 sc. (14)
  9. Rnd 19: 5 sc, dec x2, 5 sc. (12)
  10. Rnd 20-24: 12 sc. (12)
  11. Rnd 25: 4 sc, dec x2, 4 sc. (10)
  12. Rnd 26-32: 10 sc. (10)

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Do not stuff. Flatten the top opening and sew ears to the head at approximately Rounds 39 to 43, about 8 stitches apart from the top center. Let them hang naturally down the sides of the face.

Muzzle and Nose Detail

The bunny in the image has a tiny stitched nose rather than a large protruding snout.

  • Using pale pink or dusty rose yarn, embroider a small horizontal triangle centered between the eyes, about 2 rounds below them.
  • With the same yarn, stitch one short vertical line downward from the center of the nose.
  • Add a tiny split mouth with one stitch to each side if desired.
  • Embroider softly curved brows in brown or taupe.
  • Add pale pink blush or 2 tiny blush stitches on each cheek.

Red Mary Jane Shoe Straps Make 2

Use deep red.

  1. Ch 8.
  2. Starting in second ch from hook, 7 sl st.

Sew each strap across the front ankle area. Join ends neatly at the sides to mimic Mary Jane shoes.

Dress Skirt

The skirt is made directly onto the body using the front loops left from Body Round 27.

Use deep red.

  1. Rnd 1: Join yarn to any front loop of Round 27. Work 2 sc in each front loop around. (48)
  2. Rnd 2: 48 sc. (48)
  3. Rnd 3: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
  4. Rnd 4: 54 sc. (54)
  5. Rnd 5: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
  6. Rnd 6: 60 sc. (60)
  7. Rnd 7: 9 sc, inc x6. (66)
  8. Rnd 8: 66 sc. (66)
  9. Rnd 9: 10 sc, inc x6. (72)
  10. Rnd 10: 72 sc. (72)
  11. Rnd 11: 11 sc, inc x6. (78)
  12. Rnd 12-16: 78 sc. (78)

This length gives the full bell silhouette shown in the image. If your tension is loose, stop one round earlier and compare before finishing the hem.

White Hem Trim

Join white to the lower edge of the skirt.

  1. Rnd 1: *sc, ch 2, skip 1 st, sc in next st* around.
  2. Rnd 2: In each ch-2 space work sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.

This produces the gentle frilled lace effect seen around the dress and hat.

Puffed Sleeves Make 2

Use deep red.

  1. Rnd 1: 12 sc in MR. (12)
  2. Rnd 2: 12 sc. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 18 sc. (18)

Fasten off. Slide each sleeve over the arm to the shoulder area and sew around the upper edge. Gather the inner edge slightly while sewing so the sleeve looks puffed.

White Bib Collar Front

Use white. Work in rows.

  1. Row 1: Ch 9. Starting in second ch from hook, 8 sc. Turn. (8)
  2. Row 2: Ch 1, inc, 6 sc, inc. Turn. (10)
  3. Row 3: Ch 1, 10 sc. Turn. (10)
  4. Row 4: Ch 1, inc, 8 sc, inc. Turn. (12)
  5. Row 5: Ch 1, 12 sc. Turn. (12)
  6. Row 6: Ch 1, dec, 8 sc, dec. Turn. (10)
  7. Row 7: Ch 1, 10 sc. Turn. (10)
  8. Row 8: Ch 1, dec, 6 sc, dec. (8)

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Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew to the upper chest. Add a round of small shell trim if desired: sc, hdc, sc spaced evenly around the bib edge.

Black Bow

Use black.

  1. Ch 12.
  2. Row 1: Starting in second ch, 11 sc. Turn.
  3. Row 2-4: Ch 1, 11 sc.

Fasten off. Wrap yarn around center several times and secure. Sew below the bib opening.

Embroidered Flower Sprigs on Skirt

To match the image, add tiny floral embroidery scattered across the lower half of the red skirt.

  • Use blush pink, rose pink, white, and sage.
  • Make small lazy-daisy petals or 3 French-knot-style wrapped stitches for flowers.
  • Add 2 or 3 tiny green leaf stitches around some blooms.
  • Concentrate the embroidery near the front center and lower sides.
  • Do not overcrowd the skirt. The image shows delicate scattered clusters.

Wide-Brim Hat

Use deep red unless stated otherwise.

Hat Crown Top

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
  6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
  7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
  8. Rnd 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
  9. Rnd 9-14: 48 sc. (48)

Hat Brim

  1. Rnd 15: In BLO, 48 sc. (48)
  2. Rnd 16: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
  3. Rnd 17: 54 sc. (54)
  4. Rnd 18: 8 sc, inc x6. (60)
  5. Rnd 19: 60 sc. (60)
  6. Rnd 20: 9 sc, inc x6. (66)
  7. Rnd 21: 66 sc. (66)
  8. Rnd 22: 10 sc, inc x6. (72)
  9. Rnd 23: 72 sc. (72)

The brim should gently slope downward. If you prefer a firmer hat, insert a thin circle of plastic canvas between fabric layers, or lightly starch after finishing.

White Hat Edging

Join white to the brim edge.

  1. Rnd 1: *sc, ch 2, skip 1* around.
  2. Rnd 2: In each ch-2 space work sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc.

Hat Flowers and Leaves

Large Rose Make 1

Use deep rose or red.

  1. Ch 21.
  2. Row 1: Starting in second ch, *sc in next 2, hdc in next 2, 2 dc in next 2, 3 dc in next 2*; rep to end in a balanced petal progression.
  3. Roll strip tightly from first end to last, shaping petals outward.
  4. Sew base securely.

Small Rose Make 1

Use dusty pink. Make the same way but start with ch 15.

Bud Make 1

Use cream or pale blush.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: 12 sc. (12)
  4. Rnd 4: dec around. (6)

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Stuff lightly and close.

Leaves Make 2 or 3

Use sage.

  1. Ch 6.
  2. Work along chain: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.
  3. Work on opposite side: sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

Sew the flowers and leaves to one side of the hat brim as shown in the image.

Mini Red Purse

Use deep red.

  1. Rnd 1: Ch 7. Starting in second ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, working opposite side 4 sc, inc in last. (14)
  2. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, inc x3, 4 sc, inc x2. (20)
  3. Rnd 3-6: 20 sc. (20)
  4. Rnd 7: 10 sc for back panel only to form flap line. Turn.
  5. Row 8-11: 10 sc. Turn each row.
  6. Row 12: dec, 6 sc, dec. (8)
  7. Row 13: 8 sc.

Fasten off. Fold flap forward. Sew side edges closed if needed. Add one small pearl or embroidered button to the front.

For the handle, string tiny pearl beads onto strong thread and sew each end to the purse sides. If you do not want beads, chain 14 in white and sew in place.

Tea Mat

Use cream and red to imitate a tiny checked cloth.

  1. With cream, ch 11.
  2. Row 1: Starting in second ch, 10 sc. Turn.
  3. Rows 2-10: Ch 1, 10 sc, changing between cream and red every 2 rows or embroidering simple checks afterward.

Add a green round or scalloped border if desired. Keep this piece flat and lightly blocked.

Mini Teapot

Use cream with a touch of taupe if desired for stripes.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5-6: 24 sc. (24)
  6. Rnd 7: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
  7. Rnd 8: 18 sc. (18)
  8. Rnd 9: sc, dec x6. (12)
  9. Rnd 10: 12 sc. (12)
  10. Rnd 11: dec x6. (6)

Stuff lightly and close.

Teapot Lid

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: 12 sc.

Fasten off and sew to top, leaving a slight rim. Add a tiny knob with 3 sc in MR.

Spout

  1. Ch 5.
  2. Starting in second ch, sl st, sc, hdc, sl st.

Sew to side at an upward angle.

Handle

  1. Ch 7.
  2. Starting in second ch, 6 sl st.

Curve and sew to the opposite side.

Tea Cups Make 2

Use cream.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3-4: 12 sc. (12)
  4. Rnd 5: 12 sl st.

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Fasten off. Do not stuff. For a tiny handle, ch 3 and sew as a loop on one side.

Mini Fox

The fox in the image is small, upright, and slightly chubby with a green top, orange head and limbs, cream muzzle and chest, tiny black feet, and a tan hat.

Fox Legs and Body

Start in dark brown for feet.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: 12 sc. Switch to rust. (12)
  4. Rnd 4-6: 12 sc. (12)

Fasten off first leg. Make second leg the same and keep yarn attached.

  1. Rnd 7: Ch 3, join to first leg. Sc 12 around first leg, 3 sc on chain, 12 sc around second leg, 3 sc on opposite side. (30)
  2. Rnd 8: 30 sc. (30)
  3. Rnd 9: 30 sc. Change to green for shirt. (30)
  4. Rnd 10-13: 30 sc. (30)
  5. Rnd 14: 3 sc, dec x6, 3 sc, dec x3. (21)
  6. Rnd 15: 21 sc. (21)
  7. Rnd 16: sc, inc around. (31) This slight expansion helps support the head. (31)

Fox Head

Switch to rust.

  1. Rnd 17: 31 sc in BLO. (31)
  2. Rnd 18: 4 sc, inc, rep around as evenly as possible to 37 sts. (37)
  3. Rnd 19-23: 37 sc. (37)

Insert eyes between Rounds 21 and 22, about 7 stitches apart.

  1. Rnd 24: 4 sc, dec around. Reduce evenly to 31 sts. (31)
  2. Rnd 25: 3 sc, dec around. Reduce evenly to 25 sts. (25)
  3. Rnd 26: 2 sc, dec around. Reduce evenly to 19 sts. (19)
  4. Rnd 27: sc, dec around. Reduce evenly to 13 sts. (13)
  5. Rnd 28: dec around to close. Stuff before closing.

Fox Muzzle

Use cream.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: 12 sc. (12)

Fasten off and sew to lower face. Embroider a black nose and one short vertical line below it.

Fox Ears Make 2

Use rust.

  1. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (8)
  3. Rnd 3: 8 sc.
  4. Rnd 4: sc, inc x4. (12)
  5. Rnd 5: 12 sc.

Flatten slightly and sew to top of head. Add dark brown stitches at the ear tips.

Fox Arms Make 2

Start with dark brown.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: 6 sc. Switch to rust. (6)
  3. Rnd 3-7: 6 sc. (6)

Stuff lightly, flatten, and sew to the sides.

Fox Tail

Use rust and cream tip.

  1. Rnd 1: With cream, 4 sc in MR. (4)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (8)
  3. Rnd 3: 8 sc. Switch to rust. (8)
  4. Rnd 4: sc, inc x4. (12)
  5. Rnd 5-8: 12 sc. (12)
  6. Rnd 9: 2 sc, dec x3. (9)
  7. Rnd 10-11: 9 sc. (9)

Stuff lightly and sew to back at a gentle side angle.

Fox Hat

Use tan.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4-5: 18 sc. (18)
  5. Rnd 6: In BLO, 18 sc. (18)
  6. Rnd 7: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  7. Rnd 8: 24 sc.

Fasten off and place between the ears.

Fox Carry Bag

Use tan.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4-6: 18 sc. (18)

Fasten off. Flatten top. For the tie, chain 18 in tan and wrap around the top. Sew beside the fox.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

  • Sew ears first, then place the hat slightly low so the brim frames the face.
  • Attach arms so they angle softly downward and do not stick straight out.
  • Center the bib and bow carefully before sewing.
  • Embroider the skirt flowers last, after the dress is fully settled.
  • Add the bunny cheeks very lightly. The face in the image is soft and minimal.
  • Place the purse near the bunny and the fox on the opposite side for the same visual balance as the photo.

Care Notes

  • Display indoors away from strong sunlight to protect the red yarn.
  • Spot clean whenever possible.
  • If using safety eyes, this is not intended for rough play by very young children.
  • Light steaming around the skirt and hat brim can improve the silhouette.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

  • Bunny head is round and smooth
  • Ears hang low and evenly
  • Dress is bell-shaped with white hem trim
  • Bib and bow are centered
  • Hat has flower cluster on one side
  • Shoes have front straps
  • Fox is smaller and upright
  • Tea pieces and bags are scaled neatly

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For best long-term results, dust gently with a soft dry brush. If deeper cleaning is needed, hand wash only in cool water with mild soap. Press out moisture with a towel and reshape while damp. Dry flat, away from heat. Store with tissue support inside hats and skirts to preserve their form.

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