Jasmine Lace-Knot Bunny – Knitting

This elegant knitted set features a long-eared bunny dressed in a soft heirloom-style outfit with a lace-panel dress, tied bonnet, gentle floral accents, knitted shoes, a rounded carry bag, and a tiny gray companion doll. Its boutique look makes it perfect for collectors, nursery decor, handmade gift searches, and shoppers looking for a luxury knitted bunny doll, artisan stuffed rabbit, or heirloom nursery toy.

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Project Overview

This pattern creates the full knitted display shown in the image. The finished set includes the main cream bunny, the cream bonnet with ties, the cream dress with vertical lace columns and small embroidered jasmine sprays, the rounded shoulder bag, the pair of strap shoes, and the tiny gray companion doll wearing its own pale outfit and bonnet.

The overall style is soft, clean, and refined. The shaping is smooth rather than overly chunky, so a fine sport or light DK yarn gives the closest result. Keep the knitting firm enough to hold stuffing without gaps. Most of the charm comes from balanced proportions, neat finishing, and gentle surface details.

Finished Size

• Main bunny: about 15 to 17 inches tall seated, depending on yarn and stuffing density
• Companion doll: about 5 to 6 inches tall
• Bag: about 4 inches tall without handle
• Dress length on main bunny: just above the ankles when worn

Materials

• Cream sport-weight yarn for the main bunny, bonnet, dress, shoes, and bag
• Light gray sport-weight yarn for the companion doll body and head
• Very small amount of cream yarn for the companion clothing
• Small amount of pale green yarn for embroidered stems and leaves
• Small amount of white yarn for optional jasmine blossoms
• 2.25 mm and 2.75 mm knitting needles, or sizes needed to achieve a dense fabric
• Set of double-pointed needles if preferred for small pieces
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Waste yarn
• Toy stuffing
• Small black safety eyes or embroidered French-knot-style eyes
• Matching sewing thread for invisible assembly if desired
• Tiny snap, hidden stitch closure, or stitched strap loop for each shoe

Gauge

Gauge matters mostly for proportion. Aim for a firm fabric that does not show stuffing. On larger body pieces, about 30 to 32 stitches over 4 inches in stockinette on the larger needle is a good starting point. If your stitches look loose, go down a needle size.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• BO = bind off
• k = knit
• p = purl
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side
• inc = increase 1 stitch
• kfb = knit into front and back of stitch
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• k2tog = knit 2 together
• rep = repeat
• rnd = round

Design Notes

The bunny in the image has a very calm silhouette. The head is large and oval, the muzzle is softly built out with shaping and stuffing, and the ears are long, flat, and draped downward from the bonnet. The body is narrow at the shoulders and fuller under the dress, but not round like a ball.

The legs are long and straight with a gentle taper. The feet are rounded and slightly wider than the ankles. The arms are slim and relaxed, hanging low. The dress has puffed short sleeves, a square yoke effect, vertical lace columns, and a gently scalloped hem. Keep every part elegant, not bulky.

Main Bunny Head

Head Front

1. CO 26 sts.
2. Work in stockinette, beginning with a purl row, for 8 rows.
3. Shape the sides by increasing 1 st at each end of rows 9, 13, 17, and 21. You now have 34 sts.
4. Work even for 18 rows.
5. To shape the crown, decrease 1 st at each end of every 4th row 4 times, then every other row 3 times. You now have 20 sts.
6. Work 2 rows even.
7. BO loosely.

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Head Back

Work the same as the front, but add 2 extra even rows before bind-off. This gives a slightly fuller back skull so the face remains smooth and gentle from the front view.

Muzzle Support

1. CO 10 sts.
2. Work 10 rows in stockinette.
3. Increase 1 st at each end of the next 2 RS rows. You now have 14 sts.
4. Work 8 rows even.
5. Decrease 1 st at each end of the next 2 RS rows.
6. Work 4 rows even and BO.

This small insert is lightly stuffed and placed under the lower center of the head to create the rounded nose and mouth plane visible in the image.

Head Assembly

Sew the head front and back together around the sides and top, leaving the lower edge open. Insert the muzzle support behind the lower center front. Add stuffing gradually. The face should stay smooth and slightly flat at the upper front, with fullness concentrated at the cheeks and muzzle.

Do not overstuff. The pictured bunny has a serene, refined face rather than a tightly stretched one. Close the lower edge after the neck is added.

Main Bunny Ears

1. Make 2.
2. CO 9 sts.
3. Work in stockinette for 4 rows.
4. Increase 1 st at each end of the next RS row. Rep this increase every 6th row 5 more times. You now have 21 sts.
5. Work even until the ear measures about 7 inches.
6. Decrease 1 st at each end of every 6th row 5 times, then every 4th row 2 times. You now have 7 sts.
7. Work 2 rows even, then k2tog across as possible and draw yarn through remaining sts.

Sew the side seams. Flatten gently. The ears should be softly padded or left unstuffed depending on your yarn thickness. For the image, very light stuffing or no stuffing is best. Attach low on the sides of the head so they fall straight downward.

Main Bunny Neck

1. CO 18 sts.
2. Work 16 rows in 1×1 rib.
3. BO knitwise in rib.

Sew into a tube and attach between head and body. Keep this section firm and narrow. It must support the large head while still looking soft under the bonnet ties.

Main Bunny Body

Upper Torso

1. CO 24 sts.
2. Work in stockinette for 8 rows.
3. Increase 1 st at each end of the next RS row, then every 6th row 4 more times. You now have 34 sts.
4. Work even for 18 rows.
5. Decrease 1 st at each end of every 8th row 2 times. You now have 30 sts.
6. Work even for 10 rows.
7. BO.

Make 2 body panels, or work in the round if preferred. The torso should be slim, softly cylindrical, and slightly longer than wide. Lightly stuff it. The dress will supply most of the visible fullness.

Main Bunny Arms

1. Make 2.
2. CO 12 sts.
3. Work 8 rows in 1×1 rib.
4. Change to stockinette. Increase 1 st at each end every 10th row 3 times. You now have 18 sts.
5. Work even until the arm measures about 5 inches.
6. For top shaping, BO 2 sts at the start of the next 2 rows, then decrease 1 st at each end every other row 3 times.
7. BO remaining sts.

Sew, stuff lightly, and attach at a low natural angle so the hands rest beside the skirt. The left arm in the image supports the bag visually, but the arm itself remains simple and slender.

Main Bunny Legs

1. Make 2.
2. CO 16 sts.
3. Work 10 rows in 1×1 rib for the ankle and lower leg edge.
4. Continue in stockinette, increasing 1 st at each end every 12th row 3 times. You now have 22 sts.
5. Work even until the leg measures about 6 inches from cast-on.
6. BO.

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Sew and stuff evenly. These legs are straight and softly padded, not chunky. Attach close together at the lower body so they hang forward in a seated display.

Main Bunny Feet

1. Make 2.
2. CO 14 sts.
3. Work 4 rows in stockinette.
4. Increase 1 st at each end of the next RS row, then every other RS row 3 more times. You now have 22 sts.
5. Work 8 rows even.
6. Begin toe shaping: k1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Rep this decrease row every other row 5 times.
7. Work one WS row.
8. Draw yarn through remaining sts and close.

Sew the sole seam neatly. Stuff the front more firmly than the heel to create the rounded toe visible in the image. Attach to the legs with the feet pointing slightly outward and forward.

Facial Features

Place the eyes wide apart and slightly above the midpoint of the muzzle line. The eyes in the image are tiny and understated. If using safety eyes, choose very small ones. If embroidering, use dark brown or black yarn and keep the knots tiny.

For the nose, embroider a small upside-down triangle in muted beige-brown. From the base of the nose, work a short vertical line downward, then split it into a soft Y shape for the mouth. Add a few tiny horizontal shaping stitches at the muzzle sides if needed.

Main Bonnet

The bonnet sits close to the head and frames the face with a smooth border. It has long ties knotted under the chin in a soft bow-like knot. The ear openings are not separate holes. Instead, the bonnet sits behind the face while the long ears fall from underneath.

1. CO 64 sts.
2. Work 6 rows in garter stitch for the face edge.
3. Next row: k16, p32, k16.
4. Continue with garter borders and stockinette center for 18 rows.
5. Shape the back by working short rows or by decreasing 1 st at each side of the center 32 sts on every RS row 6 times.
6. Work 4 rows even.
7. On the next row, gather the back by knitting pairs together across the center section only.
8. Work 4 more rows in garter stitch and BO.

Bonnet Ties

1. Pick up 5 sts at one lower front corner.
2. Work in i-cord for about 8 inches.
3. BO.
4. Rep for the other side.

Sew the back bonnet seam. Place it so the front edge frames the face snugly. Tie the cords in a simple soft knot with trailing ends, matching the image.

Main Dress

The dress is the signature piece. It has short puffed sleeves, a fitted upper section, a softly gathered skirt effect, vertical lace columns, and a scalloped hem. The dress is cream, with small embroidered jasmine motifs scattered lightly across the skirt and sleeves.

Lace Panel Motif

Use this 8-stitch panel wherever directed.

1. Row 1 RS: k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2
2. Row 2 and all WS rows: purl
3. Row 3: k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1
4. Row 5: yo, ssk, k4, k2tog, yo
5. Row 7: k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1
6. Row 9: k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2

Repeat these rows for the length of the panel. This creates the delicate open vertical movement seen in the skirt.

Dress Yoke and Bodice

1. CO 72 sts.
2. Work 8 rows in 1×1 rib.
3. Next RS row: k10, place marker, k16, place marker, k20, place marker, k16, place marker, k10.
4. Increase 1 st before and after each marker on every RS row 5 times, working plain on WS rows. You now have 112 sts.
5. Work 6 rows even.
6. Separate sleeve sections temporarily: 22 sts for each sleeve, 34 sts front, 34 sts back.

Sew or join the bodice into shape depending on your preferred construction. The upper chest should be smooth, with just enough width for the dress to slide over the bunny torso.

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Puff Sleeves

1. Return held sleeve sts to needles.
2. Pick up 4 sts at underarm. You have about 26 sts.
3. Work 4 rows in stockinette.
4. Decrease evenly to 20 sts.
5. Work 10 rows in 2×2 rib.
6. BO loosely.

Before full assembly, lightly steam or shape the sleeve caps to keep the upper sleeve softly rounded. The image shows modest puffing, not dramatic balloon sleeves.

Skirt

1. With bodice joined, pick up or continue with 88 sts around the lower bodice.
2. On the next RS row, increase evenly to 120 sts.
3. Set skirt pattern as follows: 10 sts stockinette, 8-st lace panel, 12 sts stockinette, 8-st lace panel, 44 sts stockinette, 8-st lace panel, 12 sts stockinette, 8-st lace panel, 10 sts stockinette.
4. Work in pattern for 44 rows.
5. On every 10th row, increase 1 st on each side of each stockinette section to create the gently flared skirt. End with about 136 to 144 sts total.

The lace columns should fall vertically and remain elegant. In the image, they appear strongest on the front and lower skirt. Keep the stockinette smooth and avoid overhandling.

Scalloped Hem

1. Work 1 WS row purl.
2. Next RS row: rep k2tog, yo across.
3. Work 5 rows in stockinette.
4. Next RS row: rep k3tog, yo, yo across as evenly as possible.
5. Work 3 rows in garter stitch.
6. BO loosely knitwise.

Fold lightly at the eyelet ridge if desired, but do not make the hem stiff. The lower edge should read as soft scalloping rather than a hard ruffle.

Embroidered Jasmine Sprays

The floral detailing is sparse and delicate. It should never overwhelm the knitted fabric. On the main dress, place one small motif at the center chest, several tiny sprays near the lower skirt, and one or two tiny accents near the sleeves. Keep the stitches airy and fine.

• Use pale green for stems and leaves
• Use white for tiny petal clusters if desired
• Work 3 to 5 small straight stitches from one center point for each bloom
• Add 2 tiny leaf stitches at the base of selected stems
• Do not cover the lace panels heavily

The dress in the image looks mostly cream with whisper-soft green embroidery. Less is better here.

Main Shoes

The shoes are soft Mary Jane style knit slippers with a rounded toe and a narrow strap across the instep. They sit neatly over the feet and help complete the dressed appearance.

1. CO 18 sts.
2. Work 6 rows in stockinette.
3. Increase 1 st at each end every other RS row 3 times. You now have 24 sts.
4. Work 8 rows even.
5. Begin toe shaping: k1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. Rep every other row 5 times.
6. Sew sole and heel.
7. For the strap, pick up 4 sts on one side of instep and work 12 rows in i-cord or narrow garter band.
8. Attach across the front to the other side with a tiny stitched loop or hidden snap.

The shoes should look smooth and close-fitting, not oversized. Make sure the toe line stays rounded and sweet.

Rounded Carry Bag

The bag in the image is a soft cream knit shoulder bag with a rounded bowl-like body and a wide curved handle. It hangs from the bunny’s arm rather than crossing the body. The shape is simple but polished.

Bag Body

1. CO 14 sts.
2. Work 2 rows garter.
3. Increase 1 st at each end every RS row 6 times. You now have 26 sts.
4. Work 16 rows even.
5. Decrease 1 st at each end every RS row 6 times back to 14 sts.
6. BO.

Make 2 pieces. Sew around the sides and base, leaving the top open. Lightly steam to smooth.

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Bag Handle

1. CO 6 sts.
2. Work in i-cord or garter strip for 12 to 14 inches.
3. BO and attach both ends to the upper bag edges.

For a fuller, sculpted handle, thread a narrow strip of stuffing or cord inside before closing. Position the bag on the bunny’s left arm.

Companion Doll Overview

The tiny companion in the image is a small gray animal doll with a pale cream outfit and head covering. The scale is miniature beside the main bunny, and the details remain gentle and simple. The face is tiny, with dark eyes and a small pinkish nose.

Its body should be compact, with short limbs and a rounded head. The ears are small and upright rather than long. To match the overall visual balance, keep the companion refined and understated.

Companion Doll Head

1. Using gray yarn, CO 14 sts.
2. Work 4 rows stockinette.
3. Increase 1 st at each end every RS row 4 times. You now have 22 sts.
4. Work 10 rows even.
5. Decrease 1 st at each end every RS row 4 times.
6. Work 2 rows even and BO.

Make 2 pieces. Sew, stuff lightly, and shape into a rounded head with a soft lower face.

Companion Doll Ears

1. Make 2 using gray yarn.
2. CO 6 sts.
3. Work 6 rows stockinette.
4. Decrease 1 st at each end of the next RS row.
5. Work 2 rows.
6. Draw yarn through remaining sts.

Sew each ear into a tiny rounded triangle or curved petal shape and attach high on the head.

Companion Doll Body and Limbs

1. Body: CO 14 sts, work 18 rows stockinette, increase to 18 sts halfway if desired, then BO.
2. Arms: CO 6 sts each, work 12 rows, sew into tubes and stuff lightly.
3. Legs: CO 7 sts each, work 14 rows, sew and stuff lightly.

Assemble the companion with a seated posture. The proportions should stay toy-like and compact.

Companion Outfit

The tiny outfit echoes the main bunny’s clothing. Use cream yarn. The little dress should be simple, slightly flared, and finished with a soft lower edge. Add one or two tiny green embroidered accents near the hem if desired.

1. CO 28 sts.
2. Work 4 rows in 1×1 rib.
3. Increase evenly to 36 sts.
4. Work 14 rows in stockinette, placing one tiny centered lace detail if desired.
5. Work a small scalloped or eyelet hem over the final 6 rows.
6. BO loosely.

Sew into a miniature dress tube or seam it to fit the doll body. Keep the silhouette soft and slightly bell-shaped.

Companion Bonnet or Hood

1. CO 26 sts in cream yarn.
2. Work 4 rows garter.
3. Work 10 rows stockinette with garter edge borders.
4. Shape the back with paired decreases near the center on RS rows 3 times.
5. Work 2 rows even and BO.
6. Add short ties in i-cord or twisted cord.

This covering should sit softly around the tiny head, echoing the main bonnet without becoming bulky.

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Optional Jasmine Branch Accent

The image includes a small twig with white blossoms tucked beside the bag and hand. For a fully knitted version, make a wrapped stem using brown yarn over floral wire or a firm knitted cord. Add tiny white puff blossoms and pale green leaves.

• Stem: make a narrow brown i-cord
• Leaves: knit tiny leaf shapes with 3 to 5 sts
• Blossoms: use tiny French-knot-like wraps or knit miniature bobbles in white

If you prefer a purely soft knitted finish, skip the wire and keep the branch decorative only.

Assembly Order

1. Sew and stuff the head, muzzle support, ears, neck, body, arms, legs, and feet
2. Join feet to legs, then legs to body
3. Join arms to body at a low relaxed angle
4. Attach neck firmly, then sew head in place
5. Add facial embroidery and eyes
6. Dress the bunny in the finished dress
7. Fit the bonnet and tie it softly under the chin
8. Slide on the shoes and secure straps
9. Place the bag over one arm
10. Make and dress the companion doll

Shaping Tips for Accuracy

• Keep the head large, smooth, and slightly elongated rather than round like a ball
• Build cheek fullness with stuffing placement, not with excessive seams
• Let the ears hang long and flat
• Keep the torso narrow so the dress falls gracefully
• Do not overstuff the arms or sleeves
• Make the skirt flare from increases and lace placement, not from heavy ruffling
• Use tiny embroidery only, with lots of cream still visible

Yarn and Color Placement Tips

The image depends on a restrained palette. The cream yarn should be warm, soft, and not too yellow. The green embroidery should be muted, almost dusty. The gray companion should remain gentle, never dark charcoal. If your yarn is too bright, the antique softness of the set will be lost.

Choose matte yarn rather than shiny fiber. A touch of halo is fine, but the stitches must still remain visible. Crisp stitch definition helps the lace panels, yoke, and hemline read clearly.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Dress the bunny before fully tightening the head join if you want easier handling. Once the dress is in place, center the bonnet so the face opening frames the forehead and cheeks evenly. Tie the cords in a soft knot with short tails.

Check the eye placement one last time before securing. The eyes should look calm and slightly wide-set. The nose should sit low on the muzzle, with a tiny, delicate mouth. Brush the surface gently with clean hands to settle the fibers and smooth the finish.

Care Notes

• Display indoors away from direct sunlight
• Handle the embroidered flowers gently
• Do not hang the doll by the bonnet ties or bag strap
• Support the body when moving the finished piece
• Keep away from rough surfaces that may snag lace panels

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Main head is smooth and evenly stuffed
• Ears are matched in length and hang evenly
• Dress lace panels are centered and balanced
• Scalloped hem is soft, not stiff
• Bonnet frames the face neatly
• Shoes sit evenly on both feet
• Bag handle is secure
• Companion doll is proportionate beside the main bunny
• Floral embroidery remains light and delicate

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean whenever possible using a lightly damp cloth and mild wool-safe cleanser. Blot gently rather than rubbing. For a deeper refresh, hand wash only in cool water, support every piece carefully, and never twist or wring.

Press out moisture in a towel and dry flat on a clean surface. Reshape the ears, dress hem, bonnet edge, and shoes while damp. Store in a breathable cotton bag or acid-free box, and avoid plastic storage for long periods. For heirloom keeping, wrap the piece lightly in clean tissue and protect it from dust, heat, and moisture.