Knitting Tutorial: Blossom Bonnet Belle Bunny – Free Knitting Pattern

Knitting Tutorial: Blossom Bonnet Belle Bunny – Free Knitting Pattern

Blossom Bonnet Belle Bunny is a romantic heirloom-style knitted rabbit dressed in a soft pink and cream garden outfit with layered lace, rose trims, a floral bonnet, tiny shoes, a drawstring bag, and sweet companion accessories. This pattern is written for makers who love collectible stuffed animals, handmade nursery decor, cottagecore toys, bunny dolls, keepsake gifts, and artisan knitted plush designs. The finished set has the charm of a boutique rabbit doll pattern, with beautiful shaping, delicate details, and elegant finishing that gives it a lovely handmade look for gifting, display, or shop-style presentation.

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

Materials

  • Main bunny color: sport or light DK weight yarn in warm cream.
  • Dress and bonnet contrast: sport or light DK weight yarn in dusty rose pink.
  • Accent yarn: small amounts of sage green, blush pink, deeper rose, and soft ivory.
  • Lace substitute: very fine white cotton yarn for knitted eyelet trims if you do not use real lace edging.
  • Fox: orange, white, dark brown, black, denim blue, and small apple-red and leaf-green scraps.
  • Needles: 2.25 mm and 2.75 mm double-pointed needles or magic loop circulars.
  • Optional straight needles: 2.75 mm for flat skirt panels and apron-like overlays.
  • Tapestry needle, stitch markers, row counter, pins, and sharp scissors.
  • Stuffing: fine polyester fiberfill.
  • Weighted pellets: optional, for lower body only, sealed inside a fabric pouch.
  • Embroidery thread: black for eyes, brown for nose and mouth, pink and green for floral details.
  • Thin ribbon or knitted cord: soft pink, for bonnet ties.
  • Small snaps or hidden stitches: optional if you want removable clothing.

Finished Size

Using the yarn and gauge below, the bunny measures about 12 to 13 inches tall seated, or about 14 inches from the top of the bonnet to the base when arranged upright. The fox measures about 5 inches tall seated. The bag, shoes, and watering can are scaled to match the main bunny exactly as shown.

Gauge

On 2.75 mm needles in stockinette, 32 stitches and 44 rounds = 4 inches. The fabric should be firm and dense so the stuffing does not show through. If your stitches are loose, go down a needle size.

Abbreviations

  • CO = cast on
  • BO = bind off
  • k = knit
  • p = purl
  • st(s) = stitch(es)
  • rnd = round
  • RS = right side
  • WS = wrong side
  • kfb = knit into front and back of same stitch
  • M1L = make 1 left
  • M1R = make 1 right
  • ssk = slip, slip, knit
  • k2tog = knit 2 together
  • p2tog = purl 2 together
  • sl = slip
  • wyif = with yarn in front
  • wyib = with yarn in back
  • rep = repeat

Construction Overview

This bunny is made in separate pieces and then assembled with careful shaping. The head is oval and softly flattened at the muzzle. The body is full and bell-shaped under the dress. The arms are short and rounded. The legs are hidden beneath the layered skirt, so they are worked simply but must support seated balance.

The long ears fall down beneath a fitted floral bonnet. The dress is the star of the design and includes an underbody dress, lower embroidered skirt, middle lace layer, top overskirt panels, bodice shaping, ruffles, sleeve cuffs, rose trims, and bonnet decoration. The fox, shoes, bag, and watering can are small but proportioned to the scene.

Main Bunny: Legs

Make 2 in cream on 2.75 mm needles. Stuff lightly at the foot and lower leg only. The top should remain softer for easier joining.

  1. CO 12 sts. Divide evenly for working in the round.
  2. Rnd 1: Knit.
  3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st. 24 sts.
  4. Rnd 3: Knit.
  5. Rnd 4: K1, M1R, knit to last 1 st, M1L, k1. 26 sts.
  6. Rnds 5-8: Knit.
  7. Rnd 9: K8, k2tog, k6, ssk, k8. 24 sts.
  8. Rnd 10: Knit.
  9. Rnd 11: K7, k2tog, k6, ssk, k7. 22 sts.
  10. Rnd 12: Knit.
  11. Rnd 13: K6, k2tog, k6, ssk, k6. 20 sts.
  12. Rnds 14-18: Knit.
  13. Rnd 19: K2tog, knit to end. 19 sts.
  14. Rnd 20: Knit.
  15. Rnd 21: K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 sts, ssk, k1. 17 sts.
  16. Rnds 22-34: Knit.
  17. Rnd 35: Purl.
  18. Rnd 36: Knit.
  19. Rnd 37: Purl. This creates a subtle ankle break.
  20. Rnds 38-48: Knit.
  21. Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.
  22. Rnd 49: K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 sts, ssk, k1. 15 sts.
  23. Rnd 50: Knit.
  24. Rnd 51: K2tog, knit to end. 14 sts.
  25. Rnds 52-58: Knit.
  26. Break yarn, leave long tail, and set aside without closing.

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Main Bunny: Lower Body and Torso

The body is worked from the joined legs upward. Because the dress is full, the body underneath should be stable and slightly pear-shaped. Add a small weighted pouch at the base if desired.

  1. Place both legs on needles. Arrange so toes face forward.
  2. Rnd 1: Knit across first leg 14 sts, CO 4 sts, knit across second leg 14 sts, CO 4 sts. 36 sts.
  3. Rnd 2: Knit, working over all sts.
  4. Rnd 3: K14, M1R, k4, M1L, k14, M1R, k4, M1L. 40 sts.
  5. Rnd 4: Knit.
  6. Rnd 5: K15, M1R, k4, M1L, k15, M1R, k4, M1L. 44 sts.
  7. Rnd 6: Knit.
  8. Rnd 7: K16, M1R, k4, M1L, k16, M1R, k4, M1L. 48 sts.
  9. Rnd 8: Knit.
  10. Rnd 9: K17, M1R, k4, M1L, k17, M1R, k4, M1L. 52 sts.
  11. Rnds 10-18: Knit.
  12. Rnd 19: K13, k2tog, k22, ssk, k13. 50 sts.
  13. Rnd 20: Knit.
  14. Rnd 21: K12, k2tog, k22, ssk, k12. 48 sts.
  15. Rnds 22-28: Knit.
  16. Rnd 29: K10, k2tog, k24, ssk, k10. 46 sts.
  17. Rnd 30: Knit.
  18. Rnd 31: K9, k2tog, k24, ssk, k9. 44 sts.
  19. Rnds 32-40: Knit.
  20. Stuff lower body firmly.
  21. Rnd 41: K8, k2tog, k24, ssk, k8. 42 sts.
  22. Rnd 42: Knit.
  23. Rnd 43: K7, k2tog, k24, ssk, k7. 40 sts.
  24. Rnds 44-48: Knit.
  25. Rnd 49: Knit all stitches through back loop for a tighter waistline.
  26. Rnd 50: Purl.
  27. Rnd 51: K2tog around. 20 sts.
  28. Rnd 52: Knit.
  29. Rnd 53: Kfb around. 40 sts. This creates a rounded chest transition.
  30. Rnds 54-62: Knit.
  31. Rnd 63: K8, M1R, k4, M1L, k12, M1R, k4, M1L, k8. 44 sts.
  32. Rnds 64-70: Knit.
  33. Stuff torso firmly but do not overfill neck area.

Main Bunny: Neck

  1. Rnd 71: K2tog around. 22 sts.
  2. Rnd 72: Knit.
  3. Rnd 73: K1, M1R around evenly to 28 sts.
  4. Rnd 74: Knit.
  5. Break yarn and leave stitches live for joining head, or BO loosely if you prefer sewing the head later.

Main Bunny: Arms

Make 2 in cream. These arms are short, smooth, and gently tapered, ending around the upper waistline under the bodice ruffles.

  1. CO 10 sts. Join in the round.
  2. Rnd 1: Knit.
  3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st. 20 sts.
  4. Rnds 3-6: Knit.
  5. Rnd 7: K5, k2tog, k6, ssk, k5. 18 sts.
  6. Rnds 8-12: Knit.
  7. Rnd 13: K4, k2tog, k6, ssk, k4. 16 sts.
  8. Rnds 14-22: Knit.
  9. Rnd 23: Purl.
  10. Rnd 24: Knit.
  11. Rnd 25: Purl. This helps the cuff edge fold naturally.
  12. Rnds 26-34: Knit.
  13. Stuff hand and lower arm only.
  14. Rnd 35: K2tog around. 8 sts.
  15. Cut yarn and draw through remaining stitches. Flatten top and sew later.

Main Bunny: Head

The head is worked from the nose area upward for better facial shaping. This gives the rabbit a smooth vertical face, narrow muzzle, and wide forehead that matches the image.

  1. CO 12 sts in cream. Divide front and back evenly if working in the round.
  2. Rnd 1: Knit.
  3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st. 24 sts.
  4. Rnd 3: Knit.
  5. Rnd 4: K1, M1R around. 36 sts.
  6. Rnd 5: Knit.
  7. Rnd 6: K2, M1R around. 48 sts.
  8. Rnds 7-12: Knit.
  9. Rnd 13: K6, M1R, repeat around. 56 sts.
  10. Rnds 14-20: Knit.
  11. Rnd 21: K7, M1R, repeat around. 64 sts.
  12. Rnds 22-34: Knit.
  13. Rnd 35: K20, k2tog, k20, ssk, k20. 62 sts.
  14. Rnd 36: Knit.
  15. Rnd 37: K19, k2tog, k20, ssk, k19. 60 sts.
  16. Rnds 38-42: Knit.
  17. Begin stuffing firmly, shaping cheeks smoothly.
  18. Rnd 43: K8, k2tog, k10, k2tog, k8, ssk, k10, ssk, k8. 56 sts.
  19. Rnd 44: Knit.
  20. Rnd 45: K7, k2tog, k10, k2tog, k7, ssk, k10, ssk, k7. 52 sts.
  21. Rnd 46: Knit.
  22. Rnd 47: K6, k2tog, k10, k2tog, k6, ssk, k10, ssk, k6. 48 sts.
  23. Rnds 48-52: Knit.
  24. Rnd 53: K2tog around. 24 sts.
  25. Rnd 54: Knit.
  26. Rnd 55: K2tog around. 12 sts.
  27. Finish stuffing firmly. Shape the lower face slightly forward.
  28. Cut yarn, thread through remaining stitches, pull tight, and close.

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Main Bunny: Muzzle Sculpting and Face Base

Thread a long strand of cream yarn from the top back of the head to the center lower face. Make two gentle vertical sculpting passes to form a subtle muzzle pad. Do not indent too deeply. The pictured bunny has a soft, refined face, not a cartoon snout.

Embroider the nose in brown as a small upside-down triangle, about 4 stitches wide and 3 rows tall. Extend a straight center line down 4 rows. Split into a tiny Y-shape for the mouth. Add two black straight stitched eyes placed low and wide, about 9 to 10 stitches apart, just above the muzzle line.

Main Bunny: Ears

Make 2 in cream. The ears are long, narrow, flat, and softly draping. They should reach from the side of the head to just below the shoulder line.

  1. CO 8 sts.
  2. Rows 1-2: Knit.
  3. Row 3: K1, M1R, knit to last 1 st, M1L, k1. 10 sts.
  4. Rows 4-6: Knit.
  5. Row 7: K1, M1R, knit to last 1 st, M1L, k1. 12 sts.
  6. Rows 8-12: Knit.
  7. Row 13: K1, M1R, knit to last 1 st, M1L, k1. 14 sts.
  8. Rows 14-30: Knit.
  9. Row 31: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 12 sts.
  10. Rows 32-36: Knit.
  11. Row 37: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
  12. Rows 38-42: Knit.
  13. Row 43: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 8 sts.
  14. Rows 44-46: Knit.
  15. Row 47: Ssk, k4, k2tog. 6 sts.
  16. Row 48: Knit.
  17. Row 49: Ssk, k2tog. 4 sts.
  18. Row 50: Knit.
  19. Row 51: K2tog twice. 2 sts.
  20. Row 52: K2tog. Fasten off.

Sew ears closed only at the bottom inch. Leave the rest flat. Attach them low on the sides of the head so they fall beneath the bonnet.

Simple Bunny Underdress

This section forms the hidden body-dress that supports the layered outer skirt. Work in cream from the lower waist down, using 2.75 mm needles.

  1. CO 80 sts. Join carefully.
  2. Rnd 1: Purl.
  3. Rnd 2: Knit.
  4. Rnd 3: *K2tog, yo; rep from * around. This is a decorative eyelet line.
  5. Rnd 4: Knit.
  6. Rnds 5-10: Stockinette.
  7. Rnd 11: *K8, M1R; rep around. 90 sts.
  8. Rnds 12-18: Stockinette.
  9. Rnd 19: *K9, M1R; rep around. 100 sts.
  10. Rnds 20-30: Stockinette.
  11. BO loosely.

Gather lightly at the top edge and sew around the bunny waist, keeping the fullness evenly distributed. This layer should peek from below the upper overskirt and support the embroidered floral hem.

Dress: Embroidered Lower Skirt Panel

Work flat in cream. This is the visible main lower skirt with soft flare and floral embroidery near the hem.

  1. CO 96 sts.
  2. Rows 1-6: K1, purl to last 1 st, k1 on RS; k1, knit to last 1 st, k1 on WS for neat side edges.
  3. Row 7: *K2tog, yo; rep across, ending k0 or k1 as needed. Eyelet line.
  4. Rows 8-18: Continue in stockinette with edge stitches as established.
  5. Row 19: Increase 12 sts evenly across. 108 sts.
  6. Rows 20-34: Continue stockinette.
  7. Row 35: Increase 12 sts evenly across. 120 sts.
  8. Rows 36-50: Continue stockinette.
  9. BO loosely knitwise.

Steam lightly. Sew side seam. Embroider small rose clusters and tiny daisy-like blossoms around the lower front half of the skirt. Use detached woven roses, straight-stitch leaves, and French-knot style centers if desired. Concentrate the flowers toward the center front just like the reference, with a few blossoms spreading outward.

Dress: Lower Pink Ruffle

This ruffle sits above the deepest lace edge and below the cream embroidered skirt. Work in pink.

  1. CO 140 sts.
  2. Rows 1-3: Stockinette.
  3. Row 4: *K2tog, yo; rep across.
  4. Rows 5-8: Stockinette.
  5. Row 9: *K2tog; rep across. 70 sts.
  6. BO loosely.

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Gather the BO edge and sew beneath the cream skirt so the ruffle flares outward. The eyelet row should remain visible above the lower edge.

Dress: White Lace-Look Mid Layer

If you are not using actual lace trim, this knitted strip gives a similar decorative effect.

  1. CO 18 sts in white.
  2. Row 1: Knit.
  3. Row 2: Purl.
  4. Row 3: K2, yo, k2tog, yo, k2tog, yo, k2tog, knit to end.
  5. Row 4: Purl.
  6. Row 5: Knit.
  7. Row 6: Purl.
  8. Rep Rows 3-6 until strip measures long enough to fit around the lower skirt layer.
  9. BO loosely.

Sew this between the lower skirt and upper skirt edge to imitate the pretty lace band seen in the image.

Dress: Upper Overskirt Panels

Make 2 mirror-image front panels in cream with pink edging. These panels open at the center front and reveal the floral underlayer beneath.

Left Panel

  1. CO 34 sts in cream.
  2. Rows 1-6: Work in stockinette with 2 edge sts in garter.
  3. Row 7: Increase 4 sts evenly. 38 sts.
  4. Rows 8-20: Continue.
  5. Row 21: Increase 4 sts evenly. 42 sts.
  6. Rows 22-36: Continue.
  7. BO loosely.

Right Panel

Work the same.

Add pink edging by picking up stitches along the curved outer edge of each panel. Work 3 rows in pink stockinette, then a ruffle row: kfb in every stitch. Work 3 more rows, then BO loosely. Let the edging curl into a soft knitted frill.

Sew a narrow white lace-look trim just inside the pink outer border. Embroider tiny pink flowers and green leaves around the lower area of the panels, keeping the densest decoration near the hem.

Dress: Bodice

The bodice is fitted and decorative, with a center floral column and pale green vine details. It sits over the bunny chest and joins to the overskirt panels.

  1. CO 28 sts in cream.
  2. Rows 1-4: Work in stockinette with 2 garter edge sts each side.
  3. Row 5: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2. 26 sts.
  4. Rows 6-8: Continue.
  5. Row 9: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2. 24 sts.
  6. Rows 10-14: Continue.
  7. Row 15: K2, M1R, knit to last 2 sts, M1L, k2. 26 sts.
  8. Rows 16-18: Continue.
  9. Row 19: K2, M1R, knit to last 2 sts, M1L, k2. 28 sts.
  10. Rows 20-24: Continue.
  11. BO.

Embroider two pale green curved vine motifs from waist upward. Add three pink rose appliques down the center front. Attach miniature side roses at the upper waist and sleeve join level to match the image.

Dress: Shoulder Ruffles

Make 2 in pink.

  1. CO 24 sts.
  2. Row 1: Knit.
  3. Row 2: Purl.
  4. Row 3: Kfb in every st. 48 sts.
  5. Rows 4-6: Stockinette.
  6. BO loosely.

Gather one long edge slightly and sew over each shoulder seam so the ruffles stand softly upward.

Dress: Sleeve Cuffs

Make 2 pink upper bands and 2 white lace cuffs.

Pink Upper Bands

  1. CO 18 sts.
  2. Rows 1-6: Stockinette.
  3. BO.

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White Lace Cuffs

  1. CO 24 sts in white.
  2. Row 1: Knit.
  3. Row 2: Purl.
  4. Row 3: *Yo, k2tog; rep across.
  5. Rows 4-8: Stockinette.
  6. BO loosely.

Sew the pink band around the upper cuff area of each arm. Attach the white cuff below it so the white layer flares outward. Add one tiny rose at the outer sleeve on each arm.

Rose Appliques

Make several small knitted roses in blush and deeper rose. You will need about 11 to 14 total, depending on how richly you decorate.

  1. CO 24 sts in pink.
  2. Row 1: Purl.
  3. Row 2: K1, kfb across to last st, k1. About 46 sts.
  4. Row 3: Purl.
  5. Row 4: Knit.
  6. BO loosely.

Roll tightly from one short end to form a rose. Stitch base securely. Use three larger roses for bonnet and bodice center, and smaller roses for cuffs, skirt, and waist accents.

Bonnet

The bonnet is rounded, close-fitting, and trimmed with a white frilled face opening. It covers the crown and frames the face without hiding the ears completely.

  1. Using pink, CO 72 sts.
  2. Rows 1-8: Work flat in stockinette with 3 garter edge sts at each side.
  3. Row 9: K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. 70 sts.
  4. Rows 10-12: Continue.
  5. Row 13: K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. 68 sts.
  6. Rows 14-16: Continue.
  7. Continue decreasing 1 st each side every 4th row until 54 sts remain.
  8. Work 6 rows even.
  9. Now shape crown: Row 1 RS: K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. 52 sts.
  10. Next WS row: Purl.
  11. Repeat these 2 rows until 24 sts remain.
  12. Fold bonnet in half and seam back crown.

For the face frill, pick up 60 to 68 sts around the face opening in white.

  1. Rnd 1: Knit.
  2. Rnd 2: Purl.
  3. Rnd 3: Kfb in every st. Double the stitch count.
  4. Rnd 4: Knit.
  5. Rnd 5: Purl.
  6. BO loosely knitwise.

Embroider tiny white daisy shapes or star flowers across the bonnet crown. Add three roses on one side in graduated sizes with green leaves tucked behind. Make and attach a pink i-cord or narrow twisted cord tie about 10 inches long total, anchored at each lower side.

Shoes

Make 2 removable-looking Mary Jane style shoes in cream with pink trim. These are display accessories, so firm structure matters more than wearable stretch.

  1. CO 10 sts in cream.
  2. Row 1: Knit.
  3. Row 2: Kfb in each st. 20 sts.
  4. Rows 3-6: Stockinette.
  5. Row 7: K6, k2tog, k4, ssk, k6. 18 sts.
  6. Row 8: Purl.
  7. Row 9: K5, k2tog, k4, ssk, k5. 16 sts.
  8. Rows 10-14: Stockinette.
  9. Row 15: K4, k2tog, k4, ssk, k4. 14 sts.
  10. Row 16: Purl.
  11. BO.

Seam into tiny slipper shapes. Pick up stitches around opening in pink and work 2 rounds. BO. Add a narrow pink strap across the top of each shoe and stitch at the sides.

Drawstring Bag

The bag is rounded and soft pink with tiny embroidered bud motifs.

  1. CO 48 sts in pink. Join in round.
  2. Rnds 1-10: Knit.
  3. Rnd 11: *K2tog, yo; rep around for drawstring eyelets.
  4. Rnds 12-24: Knit.
  5. Rnd 25: *K6, k2tog; rep around. 42 sts.
  6. Rnd 26: Knit.
  7. Rnd 27: *K5, k2tog; rep around. 36 sts.
  8. Rnd 28: Knit.
  9. Rnd 29: *K4, k2tog; rep around. 30 sts.
  10. Rnd 30: Knit.
  11. Rnd 31: *K3, k2tog; rep around. 24 sts.
  12. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, close tightly.

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Sew the cast-on edge closed at the bottom after adding a little stuffing or leave empty as a soft pouch. Thread a twisted pink cord through eyelets and tie in a bow. Embroider tiny flower buds around the lower half.

Watering Can

Work in beige. This tiny prop is decorative and simple.

  1. CO 18 sts and join.
  2. Rnds 1-10: Knit.
  3. Rnd 11: K2tog around. 9 sts.
  4. Cut yarn, draw through, and close top opening only halfway so the can still looks hollow.

For the base, make a small knitted circle or close with gathered stitches. Add a short i-cord spout and a curved handle sewn from side to side.

Little Fox Companion

The fox is seated and sized to rest at the bunny’s side. Work in orange unless otherwise noted.

Fox Body and Head Combined

  1. CO 12 sts.
  2. Rnd 1: Knit.
  3. Rnd 2: Kfb around. 24 sts.
  4. Rnd 3: Knit.
  5. Rnd 4: K1, M1R around. 36 sts.
  6. Rnds 5-10: Knit.
  7. Change to white for lower muzzle area only if using duplicate stitch later; otherwise remain orange.
  8. Rnd 11: K6, k2tog, k14, ssk, k14. 34 sts.
  9. Rnds 12-16: Knit.
  10. Rnd 17: K5, k2tog, k14, ssk, k13. 32 sts.
  11. Rnds 18-24: Knit.
  12. Rnd 25: K4, k2tog, k14, ssk, k12. 30 sts.
  13. Rnds 26-30: Knit.
  14. Stuff firmly.
  15. Rnd 31: K2tog around. 15 sts.
  16. Rnd 32: Kfb around. 30 sts. This rounds the head.
  17. Rnds 33-42: Knit.
  18. Rnd 43: K3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
  19. Rnd 44: Knit.
  20. Rnd 45: K2tog around. 12 sts.
  21. Close.

Fox Arms

  • Make 2. CO 8 sts in dark brown for paw, work 4 rnds.
  • Change to orange and work 8 rnds.
  • Stuff lightly and close.

Fox Legs

  • Make 2. CO 10 sts in dark brown, kfb around to 20 sts.
  • Work 4 rnds brown, change to orange, decrease to 16 sts, then work 8 rnds.
  • Stuff lightly and close.

Fox Tail

  • CO 10 sts in white, work 4 rnds.
  • Change to orange and increase to 14 sts.
  • Work 16 rnds.
  • Decrease gradually to 8 sts, stuff lightly, and close.

Fox Ears

  • Make 2 triangles in orange, each starting with CO 2 sts.
  • Increase 1 st each side every RS row to 10 sts.
  • Work 2 rows even, then decrease back to 2 sts.
  • Make smaller inner white ear pieces and sew on.

Fox Vest and Apple

Knit a tiny blue vest as a flat strip fitted around the torso front and back. The apple is a tiny red sphere with a green leaf. Sew the fox arms around the apple so it appears to hold it.

Assembly of Bunny Clothing

Sew the embroidered lower skirt around the waist area first. Layer the pink ruffle below it, then the white lace-look strip, then the upper overskirt panels at the front. The overskirt should part slightly in the center so the floral lower panel remains visible.

Attach the bodice over the chest, catching the upper edges of the overskirt panels into its lower corners. Sew shoulder ruffles in place. Add sleeve cuffs to the arms before sewing arms onto the body. The arms should angle slightly forward and downward, matching the relaxed pose in the image.

Place three central roses on the bodice, one large at the upper chest and two smaller below. Add more small roses at waist level and along the lower front skirt. Keep decoration balanced and elegant, not crowded.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

  • Sew the head to the neck securely, making sure the face points straight forward.
  • Attach ears low on the head so they drape naturally beneath the bonnet.
  • Sew arms at the upper torso with a slight forward tilt.
  • Position the bonnet snugly, framing the face and covering the top of the head.
  • Embroider the nose and mouth neatly before attaching the bonnet permanently.
  • Add tiny eye stitches evenly and keep them soft, simple, and slightly low-set.

Care Notes

  • Display indoors and keep out of prolonged direct sunlight.
  • Handle the floral trims and roses gently.
  • If making this for a child, secure all decorative pieces very firmly.
  • For a display doll, keep accessories stored together to protect the full set.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

  • Are both ears even and hanging at the same angle?
  • Does the bonnet sit low enough around the face?
  • Are the overskirt panels centered and symmetrical?
  • Are the roses balanced across bonnet, bodice, cuffs, and skirt?
  • Do the shoes, bag, fox, and watering can match the bunny scale?
  • Is the face sweet, centered, and cleanly embroidered?

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

  • Spot clean with a barely damp cloth and mild soap only when needed.
  • Do not soak if the doll includes shaping stitches, embroidery, or weighted filling.
  • Lay flat on a towel to dry and reshape bonnet, ears, and skirt layers while damp.
  • Store in a breathable cotton bag or clean display cabinet.
  • Do not compress the ruffles, lace edges, or rose appliques during storage.

Once finished, arrange the bunny seated with the shoes placed in front, the drawstring bag to one side, the tiny watering can near the hem, and the little fox beside the skirt. This final styling helps the knitted scene match the reference beautifully and gives the full design its charming storybook garden look.

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