Ruby Snowcap Bunny – Knitting

This charming knitted rabbit is designed to look like a collectible handmade bunny doll with a cozy winter wardrobe and a tiny tea-table scene. The finished set has the appeal of a knitted stuffed rabbit, heirloom nursery decor piece, seasonal shelf display, and giftable soft toy. The rich ruby dress, fluffy snow trim, matching hat, tiny purse, little mouse friend, cupcake, teapot, and rose create a polished boutique style that many shoppers look for when searching for artisan rabbit dolls and premium knitted animal gifts.

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Materials

• Main bunny yarn: sport or light DK weight in warm cream.
• Dress, hat, shoes, purse: DK weight in deep ruby red.
• Dress texture yarn: a tweedy ruby or burgundy yarn with lighter flecks, or hold a fine contrast strand with the ruby yarn for the dress only.
• Snow trim: soft white eyelash yarn, boucle, brushed alpaca, or faux-fur style novelty yarn.
• Mouse body: light gray and pale lavender-gray DK yarn.
• Mouse sweater and hat: soft cornflower or dusty blue DK yarn.
• Cupcake: brown, pale pink, white, and berry red yarn.
• Teapot: pale cream and lavender yarn.
• Rose: medium rose-pink yarn.
• Needles: 2.25 mm and 2.75 mm double-pointed needles or magic loop needles.
• Optional straight needles: same sizes if you prefer flat knitting with seaming.
• Safety eyes or black embroidery thread: use embroidery for the most accurate delicate face.
• Pink-beige embroidery thread: for nose and subtle inner ear tint if desired.
• Polyester stuffing: firm but soft.
• Tapestry needle, stitch markers, sewing pins, small scissors.
• Thin cardboard circle: optional inside the cupcake base for stability.

Finished Size

• Main bunny: about 12 to 14 inches tall seated, not including ear tip drop.
• Mouse: about 3 inches tall.
• Cupcake: about 1.25 inches tall.
• Teapot: about 1.5 inches tall from base to top of lid.
• Rose: about 1 inch across.

Gauge

Exact gauge is less important than fabric density. Your stitches should be tight enough that stuffing does not show through. For the bunny, aim for a smooth stockinette fabric with visible vertical stitch columns, just like the image.

• Suggested gauge: about 30 stitches and 42 rounds = 4 inches in stockinette on 2.75 mm needles with sport or light DK yarn.
• Use the smaller needle if your knitting is loose.

Design Notes

The bunny in the image has a rounded head, long downward ears, a slim neck, soft tubular arms, slightly fuller thighs, and long feet that extend forward in a seated pose. The face is very simple, with tiny dark eyes and a stitched Y-shaped nose and mouth.

The dress is the visual centerpiece. It has narrow shoulder straps, a fitted upper edge, a gently gathered skirt, and fluffy white trim at both the neckline and hem. The purse is a small rectangular pouch with a flap and tiny bow detail.

The hat is close-fitting, rounded, and trimmed with fluffy white yarn around the brim. A matching ruby bow sits on one side. The shoes are soft knitted slippers with a neat shape and a tiny pale line near the upper opening.

The tiny accessories matter. The mouse has a pear-shaped body, round ears, a blue sweater with two little front dots, a small hat, a narrow tail, and a sweet upright posture. The cupcake, teapot, and rose complete the tea scene.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• K = knit
• P = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round
• 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
• p2tog = purl 2 together
• rep = repeat
• BO = bind off

Main Bunny

Legs Make 2

Use cream yarn and smaller needles. Start at the foot. The feet in the image are long and softly rounded, not sharply pointed. Knit each leg firmly so the seated shape stays neat.

1. CO 10 sts. Distribute evenly for working in the round.
2. Rnd 1: Knit.
3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Knit.
5. Rnd 4: K1, inc, knit to last 1 st, inc, K1. 22 sts.
6. Rnds 5 to 10: Knit.
7. Rnd 11: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, k2tog, K2. 20 sts.
8. Rnd 12: Knit.
9. Rnd 13: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, k2tog, K2. 18 sts.
10. Rnds 14 to 26: Knit.

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Stuff the foot firmly, shaping the toe slightly flatter underneath so it sits naturally. Add only light stuffing to the upper leg. Leave a long tail on the first leg. On the second leg, keep yarn attached because you will join them into the body.

Body

The body is compact and softly pear-shaped. The bunny in the image is seated, so the lower body should be a little broader than the chest. Join the legs with a small inner gap.

1. Knit across the second leg, CO 4 sts, knit across the first leg. 40 sts.
2. Rnd 1: Knit across first leg, knit 4 center sts, knit across second leg. 40 sts.
3. Rnds 2 to 5: Knit.
4. Rnd 6: K4, inc, knit to last 4 sts, inc, K4. 42 sts.
5. Rnd 7: Knit.
6. Rnd 8: K5, inc, knit to last 5 sts, inc, K5. 44 sts.
7. Rnds 9 to 16: Knit.
8. Rnd 17: K6, ssk, knit to last 8 sts, k2tog, K6. 42 sts.
9. Rnd 18: Knit.
10. Rnd 19: K5, ssk, knit to last 7 sts, k2tog, K5. 40 sts.
11. Rnd 20: Knit.
12. Rnd 21: K4, ssk, knit to last 6 sts, k2tog, K4. 38 sts.
13. Rnds 22 to 26: Knit.
14. Rnd 27: K3, ssk, knit to last 5 sts, k2tog, K3. 36 sts.
15. Rnds 28 to 34: Knit.

Stuff the body firmly at the base and medium-firm through the chest. Keep the front smooth. The bunny in the picture has no pronounced belly protrusion, so avoid overstuffing the center front.

Neck and Head

The head is large relative to the body, with a gentle oval shape and a softly flattened lower front where the muzzle sits. Continue from the body.

1. Rnd 35: K2, k2tog around. 27 sts.
2. Rnd 36: Knit.
3. Rnd 37: K1, inc around. 54 sts.
4. Rnds 38 to 50: Knit.
5. Rnd 51: K7, k2tog, rep around. 48 sts.
6. Rnd 52: Knit.
7. Rnd 53: K6, k2tog, rep around. 42 sts.
8. Rnd 54: Knit.
9. Rnd 55: K5, k2tog, rep around. 36 sts.

Begin stuffing the head firmly. Shape the cheeks with your fingers as you go. The face in the image is smooth and symmetrical, so pause often to adjust the stuffing. Add extra stuffing at the upper sides and back of the head.

1. Rnd 56: K4, k2tog, rep around. 30 sts.
2. Rnd 57: K3, k2tog, rep around. 24 sts.
3. Rnd 58: K2, k2tog, rep around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 59: K1, k2tog, rep around. 12 sts.
5. Cut yarn, thread tail through remaining stitches, and draw closed.

Arms Make 2

The arms are simple, slim, and slightly curved inward. They fall close to the sides of the dress. Use cream yarn.

1. CO 8 sts and join to work in the round.
2. Rnd 1: Knit.
3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st. 16 sts.
4. Rnds 3 to 7: Knit.
5. Rnd 8: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, k2tog, K2. 14 sts.
6. Rnds 9 to 20: Knit.
7. Rnd 21: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 12 sts.
8. Rnds 22 to 24: Knit.
9. BO loosely.

Stuff only the lower half of each arm. Flatten the top edge and sew later to the upper body so the arms angle gently down, matching the relaxed pose in the image.

Ears Make 2

The ears are long, soft, and hang straight down. They are not overly wide. A subtle inner fold helps them rest naturally near the cheeks.

1. CO 8 sts. Work flat.
2. Row 1 RS: K1, inc, knit to last 1 st, inc, K1. 10 sts.
3. Row 2: Purl.
4. Row 3: K1, inc, knit to last 1 st, inc, K1. 12 sts.
5. Row 4: Purl.
6. Row 5: K1, inc, knit to last 1 st, inc, K1. 14 sts.
7. Row 6: Purl.
8. Rows 7 to 26: Stockinette.
9. Row 27: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 12 sts.
10. Row 28: Purl.
11. Row 29: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 10 sts.
12. Row 30: Purl.
13. Row 31: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 8 sts.
14. Row 32: Purl.
15. Row 33: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 6 sts.
16. Row 34: Purl.
17. BO.

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Do not stuff the ears. Lightly steam or finger-shape them so they curl softly inward. Sew them to the head slightly behind the side line of the face so they drop from beneath the hat brim just like the image.

Facial Sculpting and Embroidery

Mark the eye placement before stitching. The eyes sit well apart, slightly above the midpoint of the head front. They are tiny and neat, giving the bunny a calm expression rather than a cartoon look.

• Eyes: use tiny black French knots or very small embroidered satin dots.
• Nose: stitch a small upside-down triangle in taupe-brown or soft dark beige.
• Mouth: add a short center line downward from the nose, then two tiny slanting lines to form a soft Y shape.
• Optional muzzle shaping: run a thread through the face and pull very gently to create slight inward eye sockets.

Ruby Dress

The dress should look rich and wintery. For the closest visual result, use a ruby tweed yarn or hold ruby yarn together with a very fine light strand to mimic the tiny plaid flecks in the fabric.

Bodice

1. Using ruby yarn, CO 36 sts. Work in the round.
2. Rnds 1 to 4: K1, P1 rib.
3. Rnd 5: Knit.
4. Rnd 6: K5, k2tog, rep around. 30 sts.
5. Rnds 7 to 10: Knit.

The upper bodice in the picture is narrow, with thin shoulder straps and a fluffy white line across the upper edge. Keep the bodice fitted but not tight so it slips over the bunny body without distortion.

Skirt

1. Change to larger needles if desired.
2. Rnd 11: K1, inc in every stitch around. 60 sts.
3. Rnds 12 to 24: Knit.
4. Rnd 25: Purl one round to form a slight turning ridge for the lower trim if desired.
5. Rnds 26 to 28: Knit.
6. BO loosely.

Straps Make 2

1. CO 3 sts.
2. Knit 18 to 22 rows as i-cord or narrow garter strip.
3. BO.

Snow Trim for Neckline and Hem

Use the white novelty yarn and smaller needles. Knit gently so the trim stays soft. This trim is essential to match the image.

• Neckline trim: pick up stitches evenly along the upper front edge of the bodice and knit 2 to 3 short rows or rounds in the fluffy yarn. BO softly.
• Hem trim: pick up stitches around the lower dress edge and knit 3 to 4 rounds in fluffy yarn. BO softly.

Sew the straps to the front and back of the bodice so they sit vertically and fairly close to the neck. The dress in the image has a sweet pinafore look, not a wide-strap sundress shape.

Purse

The purse is small, square-ish, and worn crossbody. It hangs at the bunny’s right side from the viewer’s perspective. A tiny bow decorates the flap.

1. Using ruby yarn, CO 12 sts and work flat in stockinette for 12 rows.
2. Fold in half with RS facing out and sew side seams. This forms a small pouch.
3. For flap, pick up 12 sts across the back top edge.
4. Work 4 rows in stockinette, then decrease 1 st at each edge on next RS row.
5. Work 2 more rows and BO.

Purse Strap

1. Make a long i-cord of about 14 to 16 inches.
2. Sew one end to each upper side of the purse.

Tiny Bow for Purse

1. CO 8 sts and knit 6 rows in garter stitch.
2. BO.
3. Wrap yarn tightly around the center to form a bow.
4. Sew the bow to the flap.

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Shoes Make 2

The shoes are deep ruby slippers with a rounded front and a neat opening. They cover most of the foot and leave only a slight pale line visible near the top.

1. Using ruby yarn, CO 18 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnds 1 to 5: K1, P1 rib.
3. Rnd 6: Knit.
4. Rnd 7: K2, k2tog, knit to last 4 sts, ssk, K2. 16 sts.
5. Rnd 8: Knit.
6. Rnd 9: K2, k2tog, knit to last 4 sts, ssk, K2. 14 sts.
7. Rnds 10 to 14: Knit.
8. BO.

Sew lightly onto the feet after dressing the bunny. Leave a narrow cream edge visible if you want to mirror the tiny contrast line seen near the shoe opening in the image.

Hat

The hat is a close winter cap with a fluffy white lower band and a rounded ruby crown. It sits low over the head but still allows the face to remain fully visible. A side bow is attached near one edge.

Hat Brim

1. Using white fluffy yarn, CO 42 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnds 1 to 4: Knit.

Hat Crown

1. Switch to ruby yarn.
2. Rnds 5 to 12: Knit.
3. Rnd 13: K5, k2tog, rep around. 36 sts.
4. Rnd 14: Knit.
5. Rnd 15: K4, k2tog, rep around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 16: Knit.
7. Rnd 17: K3, k2tog, rep around. 24 sts.
8. Rnd 18: Knit.
9. Rnd 19: K2, k2tog, rep around. 18 sts.
10. Rnd 20: K1, k2tog, rep around. 12 sts.
11. Cut yarn, draw through remaining sts, and fasten.

Hat Bow

1. Using ruby yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Work 8 rows in garter stitch.
3. BO.
4. Wrap center with yarn to form a plump bow.

Sew the bow onto one side of the hat. Position it high enough to be seen clearly from the front, just as in the image.

Tiny Mouse

The mouse is very small and upright, with a rounded lower body, tiny feet, a narrow neck, large round ears, and a long thin tail. Its blue sweater and hat make it look dressed for the tea scene.

Body and Head

1. Using lavender-gray yarn, CO 8 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnd 1: Kfb in each st. 16 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Knit.
4. Rnd 3: K1, inc around. 24 sts.
5. Rnds 4 to 8: Knit.
6. Rnd 9: K2, k2tog around. 18 sts.
7. Rnd 10: Knit.
8. Rnd 11: K1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
9. Rnd 12: Knit.
10. Rnd 13: K1, inc around. 18 sts.
11. Rnds 14 to 18: Knit.
12. Rnd 19: K1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
13. Rnd 20: K2tog around. 6 sts.
14. Draw closed.

Stuff the lower body more firmly than the head. The mouse should be able to sit upright with support from its tail and feet.

Ears Make 2

1. CO 6 sts.
2. Work 3 rows stockinette.
3. Row 4 RS: K2tog, K2, k2tog. 4 sts.
4. BO.

Sew as rounded discs at the sides of the head. The ears in the image are large for the mouse size, which adds charm.

Arms Make 2

1. CO 4 sts and work 8 rounds i-cord or very narrow tube.
2. BO.

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Feet Make 2

1. CO 5 sts.
2. Work 4 rows stockinette.
3. BO and gather into tiny ovals.

Tail

1. Make a thin i-cord or twisted cord about 3 inches long.
2. Sew at the back base.

Mouse Sweater

1. Using blue yarn, CO 18 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnds 1 to 3: K1, P1 rib.
3. Rnds 4 to 8: Knit.
4. BO.

Place the sweater around the mouse body and stitch it closed invisibly if needed. Add two tiny cream French knots to the center front to resemble little buttons.

Mouse Hat

1. Using blue yarn, CO 10 sts and join.
2. Rnds 1 to 4: Knit.
3. Rnd 5: K2tog around. 5 sts.
4. Draw closed.

Embroider tiny black eyes and a pale pink nose. Keep the face simple and delicate.

Cupcake

The cupcake has a brown base, a pale icing dome, and a small berry-red cherry on top. It is tiny but should still look crisp and recognizable.

Base

1. Using brown yarn, CO 12 sts and join in the round.
2. Rnds 1 to 4: K1, P1 rib to suggest wrapper ridges.
3. Rnd 5: Knit.
4. Rnd 6: K2tog around. 6 sts.
5. Stuff lightly or insert a small padded base.
6. Draw closed at the top if needed.

Icing

1. Using pale pink or white yarn, CO 6 sts and join.
2. Rnd 1: Kfb in each st. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Knit.
4. Rnd 3: K1, inc around. 18 sts.
5. Rnds 4 to 5: Knit.
6. Rnd 6: K1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
7. Rnd 7: K2tog around. 6 sts.
8. Stuff lightly and close.

Cherry

1. Wrap berry-red yarn several times around a small needle tip to form a tiny knot ball, or knit a 3-stitch nub.
2. Sew to the top center of the icing.

Teapot

The teapot is pale cream with a lavender lid and small lavender top detail. It has a rounded body, short spout, curved handle, and tiny knob.

Pot Body

1. Using pale cream yarn, CO 6 sts and join.
2. Rnd 1: Kfb in each st. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Knit.
4. Rnd 3: K1, inc around. 18 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Knit.
6. Rnd 5: K2, inc around. 24 sts.
7. Rnds 6 to 9: Knit.
8. Rnd 10: K2, k2tog around. 18 sts.
9. Rnd 11: Knit.
10. Rnd 12: K1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
11. Stuff lightly.

Lid Edge

1. Switch to lavender yarn.
2. Rnd 13: Knit.
3. Rnd 14: K2tog around. 6 sts.
4. Draw closed.

Spout

1. Using cream yarn, CO 4 sts and work 6 rounds i-cord.
2. Sew to one side, angling slightly upward.

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Handle

1. Using cream yarn, make a short i-cord of 7 to 8 rounds.
2. Curve and sew to the opposite side.

Knob

1. Using lavender yarn, make a tiny wrapped knot and sew to the lid top.

Rose

The rose in the image is a tiny rolled blossom with a soft layered look. This can be made with a narrow knitted strip.

1. Using rose-pink yarn, CO 18 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 4: Knit.
3. BO.
4. Thread yarn through one long edge and gather slightly.
5. Roll tightly from one end, easing the gathered edge so petals flare outward.
6. Sew through the base several times to secure.

Dressing and Positioning

Place the dress on the bunny first. Sew the back opening closed neatly if you created one, or simply slide it on from below if your gauge allows. The skirt should spread around the seated body and cover the upper legs.

Add the shoes next. They should sit firmly on the front feet without slipping. Then place the hat low over the forehead, allowing the ears to emerge beneath the brim and fall down on both sides.

Sling the purse crossbody so the strap runs diagonally from the bunny’s left shoulder to the right hip from the viewer’s perspective. Adjust until the bag rests naturally against the skirt, just as shown in the image.

Arrange the mouse very close to the bunny. Set the cupcake and teapot near the mouse, and place the rose in front. The final scene should feel compact, balanced, and cozy.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Sew the head to the body securely, checking that it sits upright with only a slight forward softness.
• Attach arms high on the body, just below the dress straps.
• Sew ears slightly behind the face line so they hang smoothly.
• Check eye spacing carefully before knotting off embroidery.
• Keep the nose tiny and centered for the same calm expression seen in the image.
• Steam garments very lightly if needed, but avoid flattening the fluffy trim.

Care Notes

• Display pieces are best kept away from direct sunlight.
• Handle the tiny accessories gently, especially the mouse tail and teapot spout.
• Do not machine wash if you used novelty trim yarn.
• Spot clean whenever possible.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head firmly stuffed and symmetrical.
• Ears long, soft, and hanging evenly.
• Dress straps aligned and secure.
• White trim added at neckline and hem.
• Hat bow attached on one side.
• Purse worn crossbody and resting at the side.
• Mouse dressed in blue sweater and hat.
• Cupcake, teapot, and rose all completed.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Dust the set regularly with a soft dry brush. For minor marks, dab gently with a barely damp cloth and let the piece air dry fully. Never soak stuffed items with embroidered details, and avoid aggressive rubbing on the face.

Store the set in a breathable box with acid-free tissue if it will not be displayed year-round. Keep the white trim separate from dark fabrics if there is any risk of dye transfer. Avoid compression so the hat, ears, and tiny props keep their shape.