Big-Buckle Belle Bunny – Crochet

This charming amigurumi bunny is styled like a handmade heirloom doll with a soft beret, a rose cardigan, a blue-green skirt, a wide belt, and tiny matching accessories. If you love browsing for a crochet bunny doll, stuffed rabbit decor, nursery gift ideas, or collectible handmade toys, this design captures that boutique look beautifully.

The set includes the large bunny, a smaller matching bunny, a little handbag, and a slim clutch, all coordinated to match the outfit in the image. The finished pieces have the feel of a premium artisan plush, perfect for anyone searching for an amigurumi rabbit gift, handmade doll display piece, or cute crochet animal set.

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Design Overview

This bunny has a rounded head that is slightly larger than the upper body, long soft ears that hang close to the face, a short neck, compact arms, and sturdy legs that support a standing pose. The outfit is a major part of the overall silhouette and should not be treated as an afterthought.

The clothing is made to follow the exact visual proportions in the image. The cardigan is short and gently cropped. The skirt is full and rounded with soft flare. The belt is wide and prominent. The beret is broad, low, and slanted. The cameo, buckles, tiny flower cluster, shoes, purse, and clutch complete the finished look.

Materials

• Sport or light DK cotton yarn for clean stitch definition
• Main bunny color: warm cream
• Beret and accessory gold: muted mustard
• Cardigan color: dusty rose
• Skirt color: muted blue-green
• Belt and dark trim: medium walnut brown
• Accent pink for small accessories and flower petals
• Accent beige or taupe for cameo ring and small trim
• Very small amount of dark charcoal or black for nose and mouth embroidery
• Very small amount of soft green for flower stems and leaves
• 2 black safety eyes for the large bunny
• 2 black safety eyes for the small bunny
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Crochet hook sized to give a tight fabric, usually 2.25 mm to 3 mm depending on yarn
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Sewing pins or clips
• Optional plastic pellets or extra stuffing for weight in feet

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches

Size and Gauge Notes

The large bunny should stand at approximately 11 to 13 inches tall, depending on yarn and tension. The small bunny should measure about 4.5 to 5.5 inches tall when made with the same hook but thinner yarn, or by reducing the round counts slightly as written later in the pattern.

Use tight tension throughout so the body holds its shape cleanly. The head must remain smooth and rounded. The skirt should drape outward without collapsing flat. If your stitches are loose, go down a hook size. This project depends heavily on firm stitch texture.

Color Placement Summary

• Head, ears, hands, legs, and feet: cream
• Beret: mustard with taupe and brown detail
• Cardigan: dusty rose
• Cameo center: walnut brown
• Cameo ring: mustard and taupe
• Belt: walnut brown
• Main buckle frame: mustard
• Skirt: blue-green
• Flower cluster on skirt: dusty rose, mustard, and blue-green with green stems
• Shoes: cream with brown strap detail

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Large Bunny Pattern

Head

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6. (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6. (54)
10. Rounds 10-22: sc around. (54)
11. Insert eyes between Rounds 14 and 15 with about 10 visible stitches between them.
12. Round 23: (7 sc, dec) x 6. (48)
13. Round 24: (6 sc, dec) x 6. (42)
14. Round 25: (5 sc, dec) x 6. (36)
15. Stuff firmly and evenly.
16. Round 26: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
17. Round 27: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
18. Round 28: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
19. Fasten off if sewing to neck opening, or continue if joining directly to body by your preferred method.

The head should be full and nearly spherical, but slightly softened at the lower face. Avoid overstuffing the muzzle area. The face in the image is minimal and sweet, so the shaping should stay clean and smooth rather than sharply sculpted.

Face Shaping and Embroidery

Using matching cream yarn, add a very light horizontal tightening stitch from the inner side of one eye to the other if needed. This is optional. The photographed bunny has a calm, soft expression, so only subtle shaping is needed.

• Embroider a tiny vertical nose centered about 4 rounds below the eyes.
• Bring the thread down from the nose point in a short straight line.
• Split that line into a neat upside-down Y shape for the mouth.
• Add very short eyebrow dashes in taupe or soft brown above the eyes.

Do not make the muzzle protrude. The expression in the image is understated and elegant. Keep all facial embroidery small, narrow, and centered.

Ears Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rounds 5-10: sc around. (24)
6. Round 11: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
7. Rounds 12-18: sc around. (18)
8. Round 19: (sc, dec) x 6. (12)
9. Rounds 20-24: sc around. (12)
10. Flatten the opening and crochet 6 sc through both sides, or leave open for sewing.

Do not stuff the ears. Lightly steam-block if needed, or finger-shape them. They should hang downward with a gentle outer curve and a rounded tip. Sew them low on the sides of the head, beginning around the line of the eyes and extending downward.

Body

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Rounds 7-11: sc around. (36)
8. Round 12: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
9. Rounds 13-16: sc around. (30)
10. Round 17: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
11. Rounds 18-20: sc around. (24)
12. Stuff firmly, especially in the lower body.

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The body is mostly hidden by the cardigan and skirt, but it still matters. Keep it compact and slightly barrel-shaped. The finished torso should be smaller than the head and narrower at the upper chest than at the hip line, helping the skirt sit naturally.

Legs Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: BLO sc around. (18)
5. Rounds 5-6: sc around. (18)
6. Round 7: (4 sc, dec) x 3. (15)
7. Rounds 8-13: sc around. (15)
8. Stuff foot firmly, add weight if desired.
9. Round 14: (3 sc, dec) x 3. (12)
10. Rounds 15-19: sc around. (12)
11. Fasten off first leg. Make second leg and do not fasten off.

Join the legs with 3 to 4 chains, depending on your tension, and work around both legs plus the joining chains to begin the lower body if you prefer a one-piece structure. If you already completed the body separately, sew the legs firmly and parallel beneath it.

The feet in the image are short and rounded, not long and narrow. The bunny stands with a stable base, so make sure the sole area is slightly flattened and the stuffing is firm enough to keep the figure upright.

Arms Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: (sc, inc) x 3. (9)
3. Rounds 3-5: sc around. (9)
4. Round 6: (2 sc, inc) x 3. (12)
5. Rounds 7-14: sc around. (12)
6. Lightly stuff lower half only.
7. Flatten opening and crochet 6 sc through both sides, or leave open for sewing.

The arms should be soft and slightly tapered, with cream hands visible below the cardigan sleeves. Sew them at the side of the upper body so they angle very slightly forward. The hands should end near the upper skirt area.

Neck Support

Because the head is large, add a short internal support if needed. A tightly rolled strip of felt, a small fabric tube stuffed firmly, or a dense yarn column can be inserted into the neck area. This helps the head sit upright without wobbling.

Clothing and Accessories for the Large Bunny

Dusty Rose Cardigan

The cardigan is short, open in front, and lightly curved along the lower edge. It covers the shoulders fully and ends just above the belt. The front edges meet near the cameo closure but do not overlap deeply.

Back Panel

1. Ch 21.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (20)
3. Rows 2-10: ch 1, turn, sc across. (20)
4. Rows 11-12: shape armhole by skipping 1 st at each end of each row. End with 16 sts.
5. Rows 13-17: sc across. (16)
6. Fasten off.

Left Front

1. Ch 11.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (10)
3. Rows 2-10: ch 1, turn, sc across. (10)
4. Row 11: shape armhole by skipping 1 st at outer edge. (9)
5. Rows 12-13: sc across.
6. Row 14: shape neckline by skipping 1 st at inner edge. (8)
7. Rows 15-17: sc across.
8. Fasten off.

Right Front

Work the same as the left front, reversing the neckline shaping.

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Sleeves Make 2

1. Ch 14.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (13)
3. Rows 2-10: ch 1, turn, sc across. (13)
4. Fold and seam into a tube.

Sew shoulder seams, then set in sleeves. Sew sleeve seams and side seams. Try the cardigan on the bunny before closing the last seam if you prefer exact fitting. The jacket in the image sits close to the body without bulk.

Cardigan Edging

• Work a round or row of sc around all front edges, neck edge, and lower edge.
• On the lower front corners, place 2 sc in one stitch to soften the turn.
• Do not make a heavy border. The photographed edge is neat and simple.

Cameo-Style Front Closure

This piece is very important visually. It sits high at the front opening and creates the focal point of the cardigan. Make it slightly raised and oval.

Center Oval

1. With walnut brown, ch 6.
2. Round 1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side: sc 3, 2 sc in last st. (12)
3. Round 2: inc, sc 3, inc x 3, sc 3, inc x 2. (18)
4. Round 3: sc around.
5. Fasten off.

Gold Ring

1. With mustard, ch 8 and join.
2. Work enough sc around the ring shape to form an oval frame, or embroider around the brown oval with a surface crochet ring.

Outer Trim

Using taupe or dark brown, embroider or crochet a final narrow outline around the mustard ring. Sew the finished cameo to the chest area where the two cardigan fronts nearly meet.

Wide Belt

1. With walnut brown, ch enough to wrap around the waist snugly, usually 30 to 34 chains depending on your bunny and whether the cardigan sits underneath.
2. Row 1: sc in second chain from hook and across.
3. Rows 2-4: ch 1, turn, sc across to create a wide band.
4. Fasten off, wrap around the waist, and sew closed at the back.

The belt should sit over the cardigan and at the top of the skirt, visually separating the two garment colors. Keep the band flat and firm.

Large Decorative Buckle

The buckle is bold and flower-like with rounded corners, matching the title concept. It should sit centered at the waist and be large enough to stand out from a distance.

Inner Rectangle

1. With brown, ch 8.
2. Round 1: sc around the foundation chain in an oval-rectangle path.
3. Round 2: sc around evenly to stabilize.
4. Fasten off.

Outer Buckle Frame

1. With mustard, work around the brown rectangle.
2. At each corner area, place 3 sc in one stitch to create rounded lobes.
3. Continue until the buckle looks softly squared with curved corners.
4. Fasten off and sew to the center front of the belt.

Blue-Green Skirt

The skirt begins at the waist and flares outward in smooth concentric rounds. The shape is closer to a gentle bell than a sharply gathered tutu. The lower edge sits just above the ankles.

1. With blue-green, ch enough to fit around the waist below the belt, or crochet directly into the lower edge of the belt if you want the skirt permanently attached.
2. Join carefully without twisting.
3. Round 1: sc around evenly.
4. Round 2: (4 sc, inc) around.
5. Round 3: sc around.
6. Round 4: (5 sc, inc) around.
7. Round 5: sc around.
8. Round 6: (6 sc, inc) around.
9. Round 7: sc around.
10. Round 8: (7 sc, inc) around.
11. Rounds 9-12: sc around, adjusting the increase rate slightly if needed for a soft flare.

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The finished skirt should angle outward and hold a rounded bell shape. If it droops too much, reduce the number of increase rounds. If it looks too stiff, add one plain round after each increase round to soften the curve.

Floral Appliqué on Skirt

The flower cluster sits on the lower right side of the skirt from the viewer’s perspective. It is made of tiny rounded blossoms with leaf and stem details. Keep it delicate and compact.

Mini Flowers Make 3

• Flower 1 in mustard
• Flower 2 in dusty rose
• Flower 3 in blue-green or muted pink

1. In MR, work: (ch 2, 2 dc, sl st) x 4 or x 5 depending on the size you like.
2. Pull ring tight and fasten off, leaving sewing tails.

Leaves and Stems

• Embroider 2 to 3 short green stems.
• Add tiny detached chain leaves or embroidered leaf stitches.
• Sew the blossoms close together in a small cluster.

Shoes

The bunny wears cream shoes with a small brown strap detail near the top front. They are subtle and elegant rather than chunky.

Sole and Upper Make 2

1. With cream, ch 7.
2. Round 1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, opposite side sc 4, 2 sc in last ch.
3. Round 2: inc at toe and heel curves as needed.
4. Round 3: BLO sc around.
5. Rounds 4-5: sc around.
6. At toe section, work a few decreases to shape the opening.
7. Fasten off and sew onto the foot if making separate shoes, or embroider the opening directly on the foot if preferred.

Strap Detail

• With brown, embroider or sew a tiny oval strap accent across the top outer side of each shoe.

Beret

The beret is broad, shallow, and angled to one side. It is not a tall hat. It sits low on the forehead and leans left in the image. The top must be gently flattened and wide enough to overhang slightly.

1. With mustard, Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6. (48)
9. Round 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6. (54)
10. Round 10: (8 sc, inc) x 6. (60)
11. Rounds 11-14: sc around. (60)
12. Round 15: (8 sc, dec) x 6. (54)
13. Round 16: (7 sc, dec) x 6. (48)
14. Round 17: (6 sc, dec) x 6. (42)
15. Round 18: sc around. (42)
16. Round 19: BLO sc around to create the headband edge.
17. Round 20: sc around.

Test the fit. The beret should sit low, wide, and slightly slouched. If needed, lightly flatten the top by hand. Sew it to the head with a slight diagonal tilt.

Beret Button Detail

The front side of the beret includes a stitched circular embellishment with a square-like center. This is a small but important detail.

1. With taupe, make a small ring: 6 sc in MR, join.
2. With mustard, embroider or crochet a tiny center square or compact knot-like center.
3. Outline with brown if desired.
4. Sew to the front side of the beret.

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Small Matching Bunny Pattern

The small bunny mirrors the outfit and overall look of the large bunny. It does not need every round count to be identical in ratio, but it should visually echo the same styling: beret, cardigan, belt, skirt, and tiny shoes.

Head

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rounds 5-9: sc around. (24)
6. Insert eyes between Rounds 6 and 7.
7. Round 10: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
8. Round 11: (sc, dec) x 6. (12)
9. Stuff.
10. Round 12: dec around. (6)

Ears Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: (sc, inc) x 3. (9)
3. Rounds 3-6: sc around. (9)
4. Round 7: (sc, dec) x 3. (6)
5. Rounds 8-9: sc around. (6)

Body and Legs

1. Make 2 legs: 6 sc in MR, inc to 12, work 5 to 6 rounds even.
2. Join legs and continue around for a small torso of about 18 to 20 stitches.
3. Work 4 to 5 rounds even, then decrease slightly near the neck.

Arms Make 2

1. Round 1: 5 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: sc around.
3. Round 3: inc evenly to 7 or 8 stitches.
4. Rounds 4-6: sc around.

Use the same embroidery placement style as the large bunny, but even smaller and simpler. The nose can be a tiny vertical stitch with one short mouth split below.

Mini Outfit

• Mini cardigan: work two tiny front panels, one back panel, and short sleeves in dusty rose.
• Mini belt: 2 or 3 rows of brown sc.
• Mini buckle: tiny brown center with mustard outline.
• Mini skirt: blue-green tube with gentle increases for flare.
• Mini beret: flat round with a few decrease rounds to fit the small head.

The small bunny in the image is more compact and simplified, but the colors and visual motifs should clearly match the large bunny. Keep the proportions charming rather than overly detailed.

Handbag

The handbag is short and boxy with mustard at the top, blue-green side accents, a dusty rose central band, and a front flap with a buckle detail. It has two rounded handles.

Bag Body

1. With dusty rose, ch 13.
2. Round 1: sc around the chain to form an oval rectangle.
3. Rounds 2-4: sc around.
4. Change to blue-green for 1 side section if working stripes in pieces, or sew blue-green side panels later.
5. Change to mustard for the top section.

A very neat way to match the image is to crochet the front and back in dusty rose and mustard bands, then add narrow blue-green side gussets separately. This gives a crisp color-blocked structure.

Flap

1. With mustard, ch 8.
2. Row 1: sc across.
3. Rows 2-4: sc across, rounding corners slightly.
4. Sew to the upper back edge so it folds forward.

Buckle Detail

• Create a tiny brown center oval.
• Outline with mustard.
• Sew to the flap center.

Handles

1. Chain two handle strips in taupe or brown.
2. Work 1 row of sl st or sc back along the chain for firmness.
3. Sew to the upper bag edges.

Slim Clutch

The slim clutch is dusty rose with a mustard oval buckle detail. It lies flat and narrow in the image.

1. With dusty rose, ch 16.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across.
3. Rows 2-7: sc across.
4. Fold bottom upward to create a pouch shape, leaving a top flap.
5. Seam sides.
6. Add a tiny mustard oval and brown center detail to the flap.

Assembly Order

1. Sew the large bunny legs to the body or join them during body construction.
2. Sew the head to the body securely with added neck support if needed.
3. Attach arms evenly at the upper sides.
4. Sew ears low on the head so they hang softly.
5. Embroider the face details.
6. Dress the bunny in the cardigan.
7. Add the cameo closure.
8. Place the skirt at the waist.
9. Add the belt and center buckle.
10. Sew or attach the shoes.
11. Place and tack down the beret at an angle.
12. Sew the floral appliqué to the skirt.
13. Make and place the small bunny and extra accessories.

Shaping Notes for an Accurate Finish

The success of this design depends on gentle shaping and balanced proportions more than complex stitch tricks. The head should look softly round. The ears should hang close to the cheeks. The cardigan must be cropped. The skirt must flare smoothly. The belt and buckle must stand out.

The beret should be positioned low and off-center, not perched high. The cameo must sit near the top of the cardigan opening. The shoes should remain small and understated. The flower motif should stay compact and delicate rather than oversized.

When arranging the full display, place the handbag on one side of the large bunny and the clutch nearby. The small bunny should stand at the opposite side of the larger figure so the matching outfit is easy to see at a glance.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Check that both eyes are level before tightening the backs.
• Keep the nose tiny and centered.
• Make the mouth short and neat.
• Attach the ears low for the same gentle expression shown in the image.
• Tack the beret in several hidden spots so it keeps the side tilt.
• Secure the belt tightly enough to define the waist without compressing the body too much.

Care Notes

• Display indoors away from direct moisture.
• Handle the cameo, buckle, and tiny purse details gently.
• If giving to a small child, replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes.
• Store flat or standing upright so the skirt keeps its shape.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head larger than body
• Ears long and softly drooping
• Beret low and slanted
• Cardigan cropped and rose colored
• Cameo centered high on the front
• Belt wide and brown
• Buckle bold and mustard framed
• Skirt full and blue-green
• Flower cluster attached on the skirt front
• Small bunny and bags matching the same palette

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

• Spot clean with a barely damp cloth and mild soap.
• Do not scrub the embroidered face or tiny appliqués harshly.
• Pat dry with a towel and air dry completely.
• Do not hang the doll by the ears or beret.
• For long-term storage, wrap in clean tissue and keep in a dry box away from sunlight.