Hazel Rose Bunny – Knitting

This charming knitted bunny set is designed for makers who love heirloom toys, collectible knit dolls, cottagecore nursery decor, and handmade stuffed animals with detailed accessories. Hazel Rose Bunny wears a warm brown dress, a soft hat with tiny bear-style ears, little boots, and a crossbody bag, while her fox friend and tea table extras complete the scene beautifully. The finished set has the look of a boutique handmade gift, an artisan plush display, or a keepsake toy you might search for in a handmade doll shop. Every piece is written to help you recreate the same sweet character and styling shown in the image.

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

Overview

This pattern creates a full knitted display set with the following pieces:

• Hazel Rose Bunny
• Main dress with checked sleeves and layered skirt look
• Large front bow
• Brown hat with rounded ear shapes and side flower detail
• Small crossbody bag
• Short brown boots
• Fox friend in a blue dress
• Tiny fox hat
• Tea set: teapot and cup
• Cake slice on a plate
• Small tart or pastry
• Rose bouquet with flowers and leaves

The instructions are written in a clear order so newer knitters can work through the set one section at a time. The shaping focuses on matching the proportions in the photo as closely as possible, especially the long rabbit face, the softly weighted dress silhouette, the floppy ears, the short boots, and the small accessories placed around the figures.

Finished Size

• Bunny: about 11 to 12 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including the hat brim
• Fox: about 5 to 6 inches tall
• Teapot: about 2 inches tall
• Cup: about 1 inch tall
• Cake slice: about 1.5 inches wide
• Small tart: about 1 inch wide
• Bouquet: about 2.5 to 3 inches across

These measurements may vary slightly depending on yarn thickness, stuffing density, and personal tension. Keep your stitches firm so the stuffing does not show through.

Materials

• DK or light worsted yarn in cream for the bunny body
• DK yarn in medium brown for hat, boots, bag, bow, and dress trim
• DK yarn in beige or oatmeal for the main dress body
• DK yarn in dark brown and cream for the checked sleeves and striped skirt effect
• DK yarn in rust orange, white, black, and blue for the fox
• Small amounts of pink, rose, ivory, yellow, and green for the flowers
• Very small amounts of tan, burgundy, and cream for the food items
• Straight needles or double-pointed needles sized for firm toy knitting
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Thin craft wire, optional, for bouquet stems
• Small buttons or embroidered button details for the bag
• Brown embroidery thread for facial features
• Black embroidery thread for eyes if not using safety eyes
• Cardboard or plastic canvas scraps, optional, for stabilizing the bag base and cake plate

Suggested Colors

• Bunny body: warm cream
• Dress body: light oatmeal beige
• Dress contrast: chocolate brown and soft cream
• Bow and accessories: deep cocoa brown
• Hat and boots: chestnut brown
• Fox body: fox orange, white muzzle, dark ears and feet
• Fox dress: dusty sky blue
• Flowers: rose pink, blush pink, soft yellow, white, sage, and dusty green

Abbreviations

• K = knit
• P = purl
• St = stitch
• Sts = stitches
• K2tog = knit 2 stitches together
• P2tog = purl 2 stitches together
• M1 = make 1 increase
• SSK = slip, slip, knit
• BO = bind off
• CO = cast on
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side
• Rep = repeat

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Gauge and Construction Notes

Exact gauge is less important than proportion, but all pieces should be worked tightly and evenly. The bunny is made from separate pieces and seamed. The body is softly stuffed but should still feel stable when standing with help from the wide skirt and boots.

The dress is made as a separate garment so the shaping stays neat. The checked sleeves are built through stripe placement and careful stitch patterning, giving the look of small plaid blocks without making the knitting too difficult. Keep the sleeve fabric slightly gathered at the ends to match the soft puff shape in the image.

Bunny Head

The head is rounded but slightly longer vertically than a perfect sphere. The face should look gentle and calm, with the muzzle area smooth rather than sharply pointed.

1. CO 12 sts and divide evenly if working in the round, or work flat and seam later.
2. Increase evenly over the next several rounds or rows until you have 48 sts.
3. K even for enough length to create a softly rounded head that is slightly tall rather than wide.
4. Place markers for the center front. This helps later when shaping the nose and mouth embroidery.
5. When the head is nearly tall enough, begin decreases evenly across the next shaping rounds.
6. Stuff firmly, especially at the cheeks, but do not overstuff the lower front face.
7. Close the top neatly and weave in the end securely.

To match the photo, keep the head smooth and symmetrical. Do not create a sharply defined muzzle section in the knitting itself. The muzzle appearance comes mainly from gentle stuffing and embroidery placement.

Bunny Ears

The ears are long, narrow, and soft. They hang down from beneath the hat rather than standing upright. Each ear should taper gently toward a rounded tip and look flat, not overstuffed.

1. Make 2 ears in cream.
2. CO 8 sts.
3. Work in stockinette, increasing near both edges every few rows until the ear reaches about 14 sts wide.
4. K straight for the middle length.
5. Decrease gradually toward the tip.
6. Finish with a softly rounded end rather than a sharp point.
7. Lightly steam or shape with your fingers.

Do not stuff the ears heavily. A tiny wisp of filling near the base is enough if you want more body. Fold the lower edge slightly before sewing so the ears fall naturally beside the face.

Bunny Body

The body is simple and modest in shape because most of it sits under the dress. It should be narrower at the shoulders and gently fuller at the hips. The bunny in the image has a calm upright stance, so keep the body centered and evenly stuffed.

1. CO 14 sts.
2. Increase evenly to 32 sts over the first shaping section.
3. K even for the lower torso.
4. Work a few increase rows to create a gentle hip area.
5. K straight for the mid-body.
6. Decrease toward the upper chest and neck.
7. Stuff firmly, keeping the base flat enough for balance.
8. BO, leaving a long tail for sewing to the head.

The neck should not be too thin. A slightly sturdy neck helps support the larger head and the weight of the hat.

Bunny Arms

The arms are slim and simple, ending in soft rounded paws. They sit low enough to peek out from the puffed sleeves. The hands in the image are understated, with no finger shaping.

1. Make 2 in cream.
2. CO 8 sts.
3. Work a few rows in stockinette.
4. Increase slightly if needed for the forearm.
5. K straight to desired length.
6. Shape a rounded top with small decreases.
7. Stuff lightly, focusing on the lower half.
8. Close and leave a tail for sewing.

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Bunny Legs

The legs should be short and sturdy because the dress covers the upper portion. Keep them even in length. The visible part below the skirt is modest, with cream legs leading into soft brown boots.

1. Make 2 legs in cream.
2. CO 10 sts.
3. Work the foot and ankle section in stockinette.
4. Increase slightly after the ankle.
5. K straight for a short lower leg.
6. Stuff firmly.
7. Leave the upper edge open for joining into the body or sewing in place.

Boots

The boots are important for the finished look. They are short, rounded, and cozy, with a slightly slouchy upper edge. They should cover the feet and ankles without becoming tall boots.

1. Make 2 in medium brown.
2. CO enough stitches to fit around each finished foot snugly.
3. Work a narrow sole strip first if you like a more shaped base.
4. Pick up around the edge and knit upward.
5. Create a rounded toe with subtle decreases.
6. Work straight for the ankle and lower boot shaft.
7. Bind off loosely at the top.

If you prefer, sew the boots directly onto the knitted legs. Add a tiny fold at the upper edge to create the soft cuffed look seen in the image.

Main Dress

The dress is the centerpiece of the bunny outfit. It has a warm beige bodice, checked sleeves in brown and cream, a layered striped skirt, narrow trim bands, and several tiny bows spaced around the waist and lower dress. The silhouette is wide and full, but the length stops above the boots.

Bodice

1. CO enough stitches to fit around the bunny chest comfortably.
2. Work a narrow lower bodice band in dark brown or beige ribbing.
3. Change to the main beige color and knit the bodice section.
4. Shape the armholes gently if working flat.
5. Keep the neckline high and modest so the dress sits close to the neck.

The bodice in the photo looks neat and fitted, not loose. Keep the fabric smooth and avoid excess width through the upper torso.

Checked Sleeves

The sleeves are one of the most distinctive details. They appear gathered and softly puffed, with an allover brown-and-cream checked effect. A simple way to recreate this look is with short stripe repeats and small blocks.

1. CO sleeve stitches in dark brown.
2. Work 2 rows dark brown, 2 rows cream, repeating through the sleeve.
3. On selected rows, alternate small stitch groups in dark brown and cream to form soft block-like checks.
4. Increase gradually through the upper sleeve.
5. Keep the sleeve short, ending around elbow length.
6. Finish with a gentle gathered cuff using a decrease row before binding off.

Sew the sleeve tops into the armhole with a small amount of fullness. The finished sleeves should look softly rounded and slightly structured, not flat.

Skirt

The skirt has several visible sections. There is a beige upper skirt, brown trim, a broader plaid-like lower band, and a darker underlayer peeking below. This layered effect gives the outfit its rich cottage look.

1. Pick up or join skirt stitches around the lower bodice.
2. Increase evenly across the first skirt round or row to build fullness.
3. Work several rows in beige.
4. Add a narrow dark brown stripe.
5. Work another beige section.
6. Create the wider lower plaid-style band using alternating brown and cream stripe groupings.
7. Add a final darker ruffle or underlayer strip beneath the main skirt edge.

The lower skirt should flare outward enough to support the visual shape of the bunny. If you want extra fullness, use a few hidden increases in the middle skirt section. The hem should sit evenly and not curl.

Dress Trims and Tiny Bows

The photo shows several small bows decorating the dress, especially around the waist area and near the lower trim. These details matter because they tie the outfit together visually.

• Knit or tie 4 to 6 tiny bows in dusty brown or muted pink-brown yarn
• Sew one near each side of the waistline
• Add two or three along the front lower trim area
• Keep them small and flat so they do not overwhelm the dress

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You can form each bow by wrapping yarn around a small center, or by knitting a tiny rectangle and cinching it in the middle.

Front Bow

The large front bow at the chest is darker than the dress and sits at the center front. It should be full, symmetrical, and soft, but not oversized.

1. CO a small rectangle in deep brown.
2. K in stockinette or seed stitch until the piece is about twice as wide as it is tall.
3. Bind off.
4. Wrap matching yarn around the center to form the bow.
5. Sew the bow to the front of the dress, slightly below the neckline.

Hat

The hat is rounded, snug, and one of the sweetest parts of the design. It has a curved brim, two small rounded ear shapes on top, and a little flower accent on one side. Even though the character is a rabbit, this hat has a playful bear-ear style.

Hat Base

1. CO and work a circular cap or seam a flat cap shape in medium brown.
2. Increase from the crown until the hat fits the bunny head comfortably.
3. Work even for the side depth.
4. Create a folded or extended brim by picking up stitches around the lower edge.
5. Work the brim slightly wider in front so it frames the face.

The brim should tilt downward softly. Avoid making it too stiff or wide. In the photo, it shades the forehead but does not hide the eyes.

Hat Ears

1. Make 2 small rounded ear pieces in brown.
2. CO 6 sts.
3. Increase to 10 or 12 sts.
4. Work a short section straight.
5. Decrease to close.
6. Lightly stuff or leave flat.
7. Sew to the top sides of the hat.

Hat Flower

Make a tiny knitted flower or rosette and sew it near one side of the brim. Keep the flower small and slightly raised. It should read as a soft accent, not a large corsage.

Crossbody Bag

The bag is small, rounded, and sits at the bunny’s side with a long strap crossing the body. It matches the hat and boots in tone, though slightly softer in effect.

1. CO stitches for a small rectangle in dusty brown.
2. K enough rows to fold into a pouch.
3. Sew side seams.
4. Add a rounded flap by picking up stitches along the upper back edge and working short rows with decreases.
5. Make a long I-cord or narrow strap.
6. Sew the strap to the top sides of the bag.
7. Add a tiny knitted button, embroidered button, or real miniature button to the flap.

Position the strap diagonally across the chest so the pouch rests near the bunny’s right side, matching the image.

Assembling the Bunny

1. Sew the head firmly to the body.
2. Attach the legs evenly at the base.
3. Sew on the arms at shoulder level.
4. Attach the ears so they hang down beside the face.
5. Dress the bunny in the finished garment.
6. Add the large front bow to the chest.
7. Place the hat low on the head.
8. Add the crossbody bag last so the strap sits neatly over the dress.

Before moving on, compare the overall silhouette to the image. The head should appear calm and centered, the skirt should flare softly, and the accessories should feel balanced rather than crowded.

Fox Friend

The fox is smaller than the bunny and works as a companion piece. The body is slim, with a white muzzle, orange head and arms, dark ear tips, dark legs, and a simple blue dress. The little green-topped hat is a charming finishing detail.

Fox Head

1. CO in orange.
2. Increase to a small rounded head shape.
3. K even for a short depth.
4. Add a white muzzle panel separately or use duplicate stitch and embroidery to define the muzzle area.
5. Decrease and stuff firmly.

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Fox Ears

1. Make 2 ears in orange with dark tips.
2. Shape each ear as a small triangle with a softened point.
3. Sew to the top corners of the head.

Fox Body and Dress

1. Work a narrow dark lower body or legs section first.
2. Join blue yarn and knit upward for the dress body.
3. Keep the dress plain and sleeveless in appearance.
4. Decrease slightly near the upper chest.
5. Stuff lightly.

Fox Arms

1. Make 2 narrow orange arms.
2. Add darker tips for the paws if desired.
3. Sew at the sides so they angle down gently.

Fox Little Hat

This tiny hat sits between the fox ears. It has a green crown and a pale blue brim, creating a sweet contrast with the dress.

1. Make a tiny round crown in green.
2. Pick up stitches at the lower edge.
3. Work a small pale blue brim.
4. Sew lightly to the head.

Teapot

The teapot is pale, rounded, and delicate, with a lid and a small pink knob. The spout curves slightly and the handle is compact.

1. Knit two small rounded body halves in pale beige or grayish cream.
2. Sew together, stuffing lightly.
3. Make a short spout as a tapered tube and sew to one side.
4. Make a small curved handle and attach opposite the spout.
5. Create a lid as a tiny circle.
6. Add a pink top knot or knob.

Cup

The cup is tiny and textured, matching the tea set. Keep it sturdy enough to stand.

1. CO a few stitches and work a tiny tube.
2. Create a flat base by gathering one end closed.
3. Leave the top open.
4. Add a miniature side handle.

Cake Slice and Plate

The cake slice has visible cream filling layers and a pink flower decoration on top. It rests on a simple white plate.

1. Knit two triangular side panels in light tan.
2. Knit rectangular strip pieces for the cake layers in tan and cream.
3. Assemble into a wedge shape.
4. Lightly stuff to hold the shape.
5. Add a tiny pink flower on top.
6. For the plate, knit a flat circle in white and lightly stiffen if needed.

Small Tart or Pastry

This small pastry sits near the cake and adds balance to the table display. It looks like a little tart or cream dessert with a jam-like center.

1. Knit a small shallow cup shape in tan.
2. Add a cream or pale yellow top.
3. Embroider or knit a tiny burgundy stripe around the center.

Rose Bouquet

The bouquet includes rolled roses in pink, blush, and pale yellow, along with white daisies and green leaves. This piece should feel full and soft, but still compact enough to sit in front of the fox.

Roses

1. Knit narrow strips in rose pink, blush pink, and pale yellow.
2. Use garter stitch or stockinette strips with a gentle scalloped edge if desired.
3. Roll each strip from one end to create a rose shape.
4. Sew the base securely.

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Daisies

1. Make small white petals as tiny separate loops or pointed petals.
2. Join 5 or 6 petals around a yellow center.
3. Make 2 or 3 daisies.

Leaves and Stems

1. Knit or crochet small leaf shapes in sage and green.
2. Use short lengths of yarn or wrapped wire for stems if wanted.
3. Gather flowers together into a rounded bouquet.
4. Wrap the base with green yarn and stitch firmly.

Arrange the bouquet so the larger roses sit at the center and the daisies frame the outside. The finished piece should echo the soft garden colors in the background of the image.

Styling the Finished Display

Set the bunny in the center with the fox companion slightly to one side. Place the teapot and cup near the bunny’s left side, the cake and tart toward the front, and the bouquet near the fox. This arrangement closely reflects the visual balance of the original image.

If the bunny leans, add a tiny weight inside the lower body or boots. You can also tack the boots lightly to the underside of the skirt lining for extra stability.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew the bunny eyes as small dark vertical ovals, spaced evenly and placed low enough to keep the expression gentle. Embroider the nose in brown as a small Y-shape with a soft split mouth line. Keep the face minimal and calm.

After dressing the bunny, adjust the sleeves so they puff slightly. Pull the bag strap into place, angle the hat forward a little, and make sure both floppy ears show beneath the brim. For the fox, keep the muzzle centered and the tiny hat neat between the ears.

Care Notes

• Display pieces are best treated as decorative handmade toys
• Spot clean gently with a barely damp cloth
• Avoid soaking pieces with stuffing
• Store away from direct sunlight to protect soft colors
• Reshape hats, bows, and flowers by hand after handling

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head centered and securely attached
• Ears hanging evenly
• Dress sitting smoothly at the neck and waist
• Front bow centered
• Hat brim angled neatly
• Bag resting at the correct side
• Boots matching in height
• Fox sized clearly smaller than bunny
• Tea items and bouquet scaled to the figures

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Dust the finished set gently with a soft dry brush. For small marks, use minimal moisture and dab rather than rub. Never twist or wring knitted toys. Let pieces air dry flat on a towel, then reshape with your hands.

For long-term storage, wrap each figure loosely in clean tissue and place in a breathable box. Keep accessories together in a small fabric pouch so they are not lost. Avoid humid spaces, heavy compression, and rough stacking that could flatten the hat, skirt, or flowers.