Chamomile Teatime Collar Bunny – Knitting.

This soft knit bunny set is designed to look like a collectible heirloom toy with a gentle spring tea-party mood. The finished design includes a floppy-eared bunny in a cream dress, a sage cardigan, a beret with a chamomile flower, cozy slippers, a tiny teatime companion, a teapot, a cup, a bouquet, and a lace-trimmed napkin.

If you enjoy searching for handmade bunny doll, knitted rabbit toy, heirloom nursery decor, spring bunny gift, or collectible stuffed animal ideas before you shop, this charming set captures that same sweet boutique look in a fully hand-knit version with delicate details and a polished finish.

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About the Design

This project is built around a seated bunny with a large rounded head, long narrow ears, a slim body, softly stuffed limbs, and a calm, balanced posture. The clothing is important to the character, so each garment is shaped to sit neatly on the body without looking bulky.

The bunny in the image has a refined silhouette. The head is noticeably larger than the torso. The face is simple and soft, with dark eyes, a stitched nose, and a short centered mouth. The ears fall straight down beside the face and reach to shoulder level.

The dress is long, slightly gathered, and cream colored. It shows a narrow daisy trim across the upper chest. Over the dress sits a sage green cardigan with small pockets, subtle vertical texture along the front edges, floral embroidery, and wooden-look buttons.

A scalloped cream collar frames the neckline and is one of the most recognizable details in the set. The beret is soft and slouchy rather than stiff, and the chamomile flower attached to it should look oversized compared to the bunny’s head for a sweet vintage effect.

The legs are straight and close together when seated. The slippers are pale sage with cream daisies and taupe soles. Around the bunny are matching teatime props: a cream teapot, a cream teacup with handle, a tied bouquet of chamomile flowers, a small lace-edged napkin, and a miniature dressed companion.

Skill Level

Intermediate.

This design uses basic shaping, small circumference knitting, picked-up edges, light embroidery, appliqué work, and careful finishing. A confident beginner can still make it by working slowly and following the sections in order.

Finished Size

• Main bunny: about 12 to 14 inches tall seated, or about 15 to 17 inches including ears measured upright
• Mini teatime companion: about 5 to 6 inches tall
• Teapot: about 2 inches tall
• Cup: about 1 1/2 inches tall
• Bouquet: about 2 1/2 to 3 inches long
• Napkin: about 3 1/2 inches square before folding

Yarn and Color Notes

Choose smooth DK or light worsted yarn with clear stitch definition. Cotton-wool blends or soft merino blends work beautifully because they hold shape while still looking cozy. Avoid fuzzy yarn, because the facial details and tiny chamomile petals need clean stitch edges.

• Main bunny fur color: pale oatmeal-beige
• Dress and collar: soft cream
• Cardigan and slippers: muted sage green
• Soles, ear shading, teapot lid, and small accents: warm taupe
• Flower centers: mustard yellow
• Flower petals: cream or off-white
• Embroidery stems: muted moss green
• Mini companion body: cream with taupe hat and sage cardigan

Materials

• DK yarn in pale oatmeal-beige, cream, muted sage, warm taupe, mustard yellow, and a small amount of moss green
• Pair of 2.75 mm needles or size needed to achieve a firm fabric
• Set of double-pointed needles in the same size for small pieces
• Tapestry needle
• Small sharp scissors
• Removable stitch markers
• Row counter
• Polyester stuffing
• Weighted pellets or fine glass beads in a fabric pouch for the lower body if desired
• Two 6 mm to 8 mm black safety eyes or black embroidery thread for stitched eyes
• Five tiny buttons for the cardigan front
• Thin cream sewing thread for attaching trim if needed

Gauge

28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches in stockinette after light blocking.

Gauge matters because the toy must be knit densely enough to hold stuffing without gaps. A slightly tighter gauge than garment knitting is ideal.

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Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• K = knit
• P = purl
• St st = stockinette stitch
• Garter = knit every row
• K2tog = knit 2 together
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• inc = increase 1 stitch
• yo = yarn over
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side
• rep = repeat
• sts = stitches
• BO = bind off

Construction Overview

1. Knit the head, muzzle shaping, ears, torso, arms, and legs.
2. Assemble and stuff the bunny.
3. Knit the dress, collar, cardigan, slippers, beret, and chamomile flower.
4. Make the mini companion.
5. Knit the teapot, teacup, bouquet, and napkin.
6. Finish with embroidery, facial detailing, and careful placement of all tiny elements.

Main Bunny Head

The head is a large rounded oval, slightly wider through the cheeks than at the crown. Knit it firmly and stuff evenly. The face should look calm and plump, not sharply sculpted.

Head Piece

Knit flat in pale oatmeal-beige.

1. CO 18 sts.
2. Row 1: P.
3. Row 2: Kfb across. 36 sts.
4. Rows 3 to 7: Work in St st.
5. Row 8: K3, inc, repeat to last 3 sts, K3. 42 sts.
6. Rows 9 to 15: Work in St st.
7. Row 16: K4, inc, repeat to last 4 sts, K4. 48 sts.
8. Rows 17 to 29: Work in St st.
9. Row 30: K4, K2tog across row. 40 sts.
10. Row 31: P.
11. Row 32: K3, K2tog across to last 3 sts, K3. 34 sts.
12. Row 33: P.
13. Row 34: K2tog across. 17 sts.
14. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight.

Make 2 identical head pieces. Mattress stitch the curved edges together, leaving the lower neck area open. Stuff firmly but keep the surface smooth.

Muzzle Shaping

The face in the image has a subtle, softly pointed muzzle rather than a round pom-pom nose. This is best made by shaping with embroidery after stuffing.

1. Mark eye placement about halfway down the head, spaced 8 to 10 stitches apart.
2. Mark the nose point about 5 to 6 rows below the eyes.
3. Using matching beige yarn, take several small sculpting stitches from the neck opening into the face to create gentle cheek definition.
4. Do not over-tighten. The shaping should only suggest a muzzle.

Eyes

Attach safety eyes before closing if using them. If embroidering, use black thread and make tiny satin knots or compact vertical stitches. The eyes should be small, dark, and slightly oval, never oversized.

Nose and Mouth

Use dark taupe or deep brown embroidery thread.

• Stitch a narrow upside-down triangle nose
• Extend one short vertical stitch down from the center
• Add two short curved stitches outward to form a gentle split mouth
• Add a few tiny horizontal shaping stitches at the sides of the muzzle for depth

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Main Bunny Ears

The ears are long, narrow, and softly weighted. They hang straight down and are not heavily stuffed. A slight fold at the top helps them sit naturally under the beret.

Knit 4 ear pieces in pale oatmeal-beige.

1. CO 8 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 4: Work in St st, beginning with a P row.
3. Row 5: K1, inc, K to last 1, inc, K1. 10 sts.
4. Rows 6 to 10: Work in St st.
5. Row 11: K1, inc, K to last 1, inc, K1. 12 sts.
6. Rows 12 to 26: Work in St st.
7. Row 27: ssk, K to last 2, K2tog. 10 sts.
8. Rows 28 to 32: Work in St st.
9. Row 33: ssk, K to last 2, K2tog. 8 sts.
10. Rows 34 to 36: Work in St st.
11. Row 37: K2tog across. 4 sts.
12. Cut yarn and draw through remaining sts.

Sew pairs together, leaving lower edge open. Add only a whisper of stuffing in the upper third. Flatten the rest. Stitch ears to the head so they fall from slightly behind the face rather than directly at the sides.

Torso

The torso is slim and simple because the dress provides most of the visible body shape. Keep the body compact so the cardigan can sit close without bulk.

Knit 2 torso pieces in pale oatmeal-beige.

1. CO 16 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 6: Work in St st.
3. Row 7: K2, inc, K to last 2, inc, K2. 18 sts.
4. Rows 8 to 16: Work in St st.
5. Row 17: K2, inc, K to last 2, inc, K2. 20 sts.
6. Rows 18 to 28: Work in St st.
7. Row 29: K2tog, K to last 2, ssk. 18 sts.
8. Rows 30 to 34: Work in St st.
9. Row 35: K2tog, K to last 2, ssk. 16 sts.
10. Rows 36 to 40: Work in St st.
11. BO.

Sew shoulders and sides, leaving neck and lower edge open. Add a little weighting to the base if you want the seated pose to feel stable.

Legs

The legs are straight tubes with soft shaping at the feet. They sit parallel and extend from under the hem. The visible portion is mostly cream lower-leg covering and floral slippers.

Knit 2 legs in pale oatmeal-beige to the ankle, then continue slipper sections later or keep body legs simple and cover them fully with socks and shoes.

1. CO 10 sts on double-pointed needles and join in the round.
2. Knit 20 rounds.
3. Increase to 12 sts evenly over next round.
4. Knit 10 rounds.
5. Lightly stuff as you go.
6. Flatten foot opening and graft or seam closed at a right angle to create a blunt foot end.

Attach the legs close together at the lower front of the torso so the bunny naturally sits with both feet facing forward.

Arms

The arms are medium length and lightly stuffed. They angle slightly downward. Sleeves cover most of them, leaving only taupe-beige paws visible.

Knit 2 arms in pale oatmeal-beige.

1. CO 8 sts and join in the round.
2. Knit 16 rounds.
3. Increase to 10 sts evenly.
4. Knit 10 more rounds.
5. BO.

Stuff lightly. Sew across arm tops and attach just below the neck line at a soft downward angle.

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Cream Dress

The dress is long, plain, and elegant with a gentle gathered effect near the upper bodice. It should fall straight from the chest and end near the ankles. The lower edge has a delicate picot-like ripple.

Bodice and Skirt

Knit flat in cream.

1. CO 42 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 4: K1, P1 rib.
3. Row 5: Increase evenly to 54 sts.
4. Rows 6 to 10: Work in St st.
5. Row 11: K2, K2tog, repeat across to create slight pull-in for upper body shaping.
6. Row 12: P.
7. Row 13: Increase evenly back to 54 sts.
8. Rows 14 to 38: Work in St st.
9. Row 39: *K2tog, yo* across for a subtle decorative eyelet line if desired.
10. Row 40: P all yos through back loop if you want tiny openings rather than large holes.
11. Rows 41 to 48: Work in St st.
12. Row 49: *K2tog, yo* across for a tiny picot-prep effect.
13. Row 50: P.
14. BO loosely.

Sew the back seam. Gather the top edge very lightly and tack it around the bunny upper torso. The front should look smooth, with only a soft fullness under the daisy band.

Daisy Trim Across the Chest

This detail is small but very visible in the image. Make 5 tiny daisies.

• Center: wrap mustard yarn around needle several times and tack into a tight knot
• Petals: use cream yarn and make 5 or 6 detached chain-like loops or tiny straight stitches around each center
• Connect flowers with tiny green stitches or place them edge to edge

Sew the daisies in a narrow horizontal line across the upper front dress, just beneath the collar and under the cardigan opening.

Scalloped Collar

The collar is cream, wide, and softly structured. It forms rounded petals around the neckline rather than sharp points. This is essential to the look.

Knit one long collar strip in cream.

1. CO 48 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 3: Garter.
3. Row 4: *K2tog, yo, K1, yo, ssk, K3* repeat across to create shallow shell rhythm.
4. Row 5: Knit.
5. Rows 6 to 10: Garter.
6. BO loosely.

Steam lightly so the edge opens. Gather the inner edge into a ring that fits the neckline. Overlap ends. Sew around the neck so the scallops spread evenly and rest over the cardigan and dress top.

Sage Cardigan

The cardigan is slightly cropped and sits open over the dress, though it closes with small buttons. The front edges have soft vertical texture, the hem curves gently, and the pockets carry chamomile embroidery.

Back

Knit flat in muted sage.

1. CO 28 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 6: K1, P1 rib.
3. Rows 7 to 26: Work in St st.
4. For armholes, BO 2 sts at the start of next 2 rows.
5. Work 10 rows even.
6. BO center 8 sts for neck.
7. Work each shoulder separately for 2 rows.
8. BO shoulders.

Left Front

1. CO 16 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 6: Work 4 sts in garter for front band, remaining sts in K1, P1 rib.
3. Rows 7 onward: Keep 4-st garter band at front edge, work rest in St st.
4. Shape lower front corner by increasing 1 stitch at lower edge every 6th row 3 times.
5. Work until same length as back to armhole.
6. Shape armhole as for back.
7. Shape neck by decreasing 1 stitch at neck edge every other row until shoulder matches back.
8. BO shoulder.

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Right Front

Work as left front, reversing shaping. Add 5 buttonholes spaced evenly in the garter band. Each buttonhole can be made by BO 1 stitch and casting it on again the next row.

Sleeves

Knit 2 sleeves in muted sage.

1. CO 16 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 5: K1, P1 rib.
3. Increase 1 stitch each side every 6th row until 22 sts.
4. Work until sleeve reaches wrist-to-shoulder length for the bunny.
5. BO 2 sts at start of next 2 rows.
6. Decrease 1 stitch each side every other row 3 times.
7. BO remaining sts.

Pockets

Make 2 tiny rounded patch pockets in sage.

1. CO 8 sts.
2. Work 6 rows in St st.
3. Decrease 1 stitch each side once.
4. Work 2 more rows.
5. BO.

Embroider each pocket with a tiny chamomile cluster using cream petals, mustard centers, and moss green stems. Add one flower sprig just above or beside the pocket if you want the jacket to match the image more closely.

Cardigan Assembly

Sew shoulder seams first, then set in sleeves, then sew sleeve and side seams. Attach the pockets low on the fronts. Add five tiny buttons in warm beige or wood tone. The cardigan should sit close but not tight, with a gentle flare at the hem corners.

Beret

The beret is soft, creamy, and slightly oversized. It tilts to one side and droops backward. The brim is narrow and softly ribbed.

Knit in cream.

1. CO 56 sts on double-pointed needles and join.
2. Rounds 1 to 6: K1, P1 rib.
3. Round 7: Increase evenly to 72 sts.
4. Rounds 8 to 20: Knit.
5. Round 21: *K6, K2tog* around.
6. Round 22: Knit.
7. Round 23: *K5, K2tog* around.
8. Continue decreasing in this manner every other round until 16 sts remain.
9. Thread yarn through remaining sts and pull tight.

Lightly steam and press the crown into a soft beret shape. Place it low on the forehead with the fuller section leaning left or right, matching the flower placement.

Chamomile Flower for Beret

The flower is large and slightly raised. It should stand out against the hat.

Center

1. Using mustard yarn, CO 4 sts on double-pointed needles.
2. Knit i-cord for about 1 inch.
3. Coil the cord into a flat spiral and stitch in place.

Petals

Make 10 to 12 petals in cream.

1. CO 3 sts.
2. Row 1: Kfb, K1, Kfb. 5 sts.
3. Row 2: P.
4. Row 3: K2tog, K1, K2tog. 3 sts.
5. Row 4: P.
6. Row 5: K3tog.

Stitch petals around the spiral center, overlapping their bases slightly. Attach the flower to the beret near the front side edge. Angle the petals naturally rather than placing them perfectly flat.

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Lower Leg Covering and Slippers

The bunny appears to wear soft cream lower-leg coverings with pale sage slippers. The slippers have taupe soles and tiny chamomile flowers near the top edge.

Leg Covering

If your legs are already exposed beige tubes, knit narrow cream covers and seam them around the lower leg. Keep them smooth and fitted.

Slippers

Knit 2 in muted sage with warm taupe sole.

1. With taupe, CO 8 sts.
2. Knit 6 rows in garter for sole base.
3. Change to sage.
4. Pick up stitches around the sole or continue by knitting a simple top flap and side band depending on your preferred toy shoe method.
5. Shape toe with a few centered decreases.
6. Sew neatly around foot.

Add one tiny chamomile to each slipper top. Keep the flowers small so the slippers still look wearable and soft.

Mini Teatime Companion

This little figure should echo the main bunny styling but stay simplified. It wears a tiny cream dress, sage cardigan, cream scalloped collar, taupe beret, and carries a small round cookie-like accessory. Keep the face tiny and sweet.

Body

Knit a basic toy body about 5 to 6 inches tall using cream for the head and body, or a pale neutral if you want stronger contrast. Shape it as one piece if preferred to reduce bulk.

• Head large in proportion to body
• Tiny muzzle and dark eyes
• Shorter ears or side head shapes kept small beneath the hat
• Very short legs for a compact stance

Clothing

Repeat the dress, collar, and cardigan ideas in miniature. Use only 3 tiny buttons on the cardigan front. Embroider one or two chamomile motifs rather than full clusters. The hat should be taupe and slightly tilted.

Cookie Accessory

Knit a tiny flat circle in tan-brown and embroider or stitch 5 small dark holes to resemble a biscuit. Sew it lightly to one hand.

Teapot

The teapot is rounded and cream with a taupe lid. It is soft but should hold its shape firmly enough to read clearly.

Body

1. CO 8 sts on double-pointed needles and join.
2. Increase evenly to 24 sts over first few rounds.
3. Knit 8 rounds.
4. Decrease evenly back to 8 sts.
5. Stuff firmly and close.

Spout

Knit a tiny tapered tube beginning with 6 sts, then decrease at the tip. Sew to front at an upward angle.

Handle

Make a short i-cord in cream and curve it into a handle. Stitch securely to the side.

Lid and Knob

Knit a tiny taupe circle, gather lightly into a dome, and add a little knob on top. Sew in place. The finished teapot should be plump and delicate.

Teacup

The cup is cream with a soft vertical shape and a curved handle. A small floral accent near the base helps it match the cardigan embroidery.

1. CO 12 sts and join.
2. Knit 8 rounds.
3. Work 2 rounds in garter for the top edge if you want a slight lip.
4. Stuff very lightly or leave hollow and supported with a tiny insert.
5. Attach a short curved i-cord handle.

Embroider one tiny chamomile near the lower side.

Chamomile Bouquet

The bouquet is a tied cluster of white flowers with yellow centers and green stems. This piece adds a lot of charm, so make enough flowers to look full.

Make 7 to 9 tiny flowers.

1. For each stem, make a short green i-cord or use wrapped floral thread.
2. For each center, form a mustard knot or tiny spiral.
3. Add 5 to 6 cream petals around each center with loop stitches or small knitted petals.
4. Bind all stems together with cream thread.

Trim stems evenly and let the bouquet spread softly at the top.

Napkin

The napkin in the image is a folded cream square with lace-like edging. A knitted version can mimic this with a simple eyelet border.

1. CO 30 sts in cream.
2. Work 4 rows garter.
3. Begin a center stockinette panel with 4 garter border sts on each side.
4. On every RS row, work *yo, K2tog* within the border section to create a delicate edge pattern.
5. When square, BO loosely.

Lightly steam and fold once into a triangle or rectangle. Place beside the bunny for the finished display.

Main Assembly

1. Sew and stuff the head, torso, arms, and legs.
2. Join head to torso securely with several passes of strong yarn.
3. Attach arms just below the collar line.
4. Attach legs close together for a seated pose.
5. Dress the bunny in the cream dress.
6. Sew on the scalloped collar.
7. Add the cardigan and fasten the buttons.
8. Place lower-leg coverings and slippers.
9. Fit the beret at a soft angle.
10. Attach the chamomile flower to the hat.

Styling Notes for an Accurate Finish

• The head should be large and smooth, never narrow.
• The ears should lie flat and soft, not stand up.
• The collar must be wide enough to frame the face clearly.
• The cardigan should end above the dress hem and show the buttons prominently.
• The pocket embroidery should remain tiny and delicate.
• The daisies on the dress should form a narrow front band, not a scattered print.
• The slippers should look rounded and cozy rather than pointed.
• The beret should droop slightly backward for the same gentle silhouette seen in the image.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

When all pieces are attached, sit the bunny on a flat surface and adjust the limbs before making final securing stitches. Add tiny sculpting stitches at the cheeks only if needed. Keep the expression soft and still. A little symmetry check makes a big difference here.

Brush the knit lightly with your fingers, smooth the cardigan edges, and angle the beret so the flower sits just off center. Arrange the mini companion and teatime pieces close to the bunny for a balanced display.

Care Notes

Handle the finished set gently, especially the flower petals, tiny buttons, and teacup handle. This design is best treated as a decorative toy rather than a rough-play item. Store the small accessories together so they do not snag or get misplaced.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Eyes placed evenly
• Nose centered and neatly shaped
• Ears attached at matching height
• Collar spread evenly around neck
• Cardigan buttons aligned
• Pockets symmetrical
• Dress hem level
• Slippers facing forward
• Beret tilted softly
• All accessories firmly finished

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not twist or soak pieces with embroidery, buttons, or sculpted facial stitches. Reshape while damp and dry flat on a towel away from direct sun.

For long-term storage, wrap the bunny and accessories in clean tissue and place them in a breathable box. Keep away from moisture, dust, and heavy pressure so the beret, collar, and flower details keep their shape.