This sweet amigurumi bunny is designed as a polished schoolgirl character with a soft sage hat, striped top, pleated skirt, crossbody bag, flower-trimmed sneakers, and tiny classroom accessories. It fits beautifully into searches for a handmade bunny doll, collectible crochet toy, nursery decor piece, and heirloom-style stuffed rabbit gift.
The set also includes a tiny hedgehog friend, a red apple, a miniature book, a pencil, and a daisy bouquet, giving the finished project strong appeal as a handmade classroom gift, teacher gift, spring display toy, and boutique-style amigurumi animal set for buyers who love detailed crochet characters.
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Materials
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in soft cream for the bunny head, body, arms, legs, and inner visible skin areas
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in pale taupe or warm beige for the ears
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in sage green for the hat, collar, shirt stripes, shoe trim, and miniature book cover
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in white for the shirt stripes, shoe fronts, laces, daisy petals, and book pages
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in charcoal gray for the skirt and satchel bag
- Light worsted or DK cotton yarn in bright red for the tie and apple
- Small amount of blush pink or pale peach for the nose
- Small amount of yellow for flower centers and the hedgehog shirt
- Small amount of denim blue for the hedgehog overalls
- Small amount of medium brown for the hedgehog spines
- Small amount of tan for the pencil wood section and hedgehog ears
- Small amount of black or dark charcoal for shoe soles, facial embroidery, and pencil tip
- Optional tiny amount of light green floral tape color for bouquet stems
- 2.00 mm to 2.50 mm crochet hook, choosing the size that gives you a firm fabric with no stuffing visible
- Black safety eyes for the bunny, approximately 8 mm to 10 mm
- Black safety eyes for the hedgehog, approximately 5 mm to 6 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Straight pins for assembly
- Small button or bead-like accent for the satchel flap
Finished Size
The bunny is intended to be the main figure in the set and should stand at about 10 to 12 inches tall, depending on yarn weight, hook choice, and tension. The hedgehog should be noticeably smaller, about one-third of the bunny’s height, with the props sized to look natural beside both figures.
Gauge and Fabric Notes
Exact gauge is less important than shape, firmness, and proportion. Use a hook small enough to create tight stitches. The fabric in the image is smooth and structured, with very little visible gap between stitches, so your work should feel dense, neat, and evenly tensioned.
The bunny has a rounded head, compact torso, gently tapered limbs, and long soft ears that hang straight downward from beneath the hat. The clothing sits close to the body rather than appearing oversized. Keep all shaping gradual and clean.
Abbreviations
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase
- dec = invisible decrease
- sl st = slip stitch
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- BLO = back loop only
- FLO = front loop only
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
Design Overview
The main bunny wears a sage bucket hat with a soft downward brim, a striped short-sleeved top in sage and white, a small green collar, a red necktie with narrow white slanted lines, a charcoal pleated skirt, green-and-white sneakers with daisy decorations, and a charcoal crossbody satchel.
The accessories are just as important as the main doll. The set includes a tiny sage-and-charcoal book with white label panel, a small pencil, a white daisy bouquet with green stems, and a small hedgehog in yellow shirt and blue overalls carrying a red apple.
General Construction Notes
- Work most pieces in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
- Mark the first stitch of each round.
- Stuff gradually and firmly, but do not overstuff small accessories.
- Sew pieces using matching yarn and small, controlled whipstitches or ladder stitches.
- Before final assembly, pin every piece in place and compare the silhouette carefully.
- The image shows a balanced, symmetrical result, so pay close attention to placement angles.
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Main Bunny
Legs
The legs are slim, straight, and slightly longer than the arms. They are simple and clean, with no dramatic shaping. Start in cream.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: sc around. (12)
- Round 4: 3 sc, inc x3. (15)
- Rounds 5-22: sc around. (15)
- Stuff lightly at the foot and more firmly through the calf. Flatten the top opening and leave a long tail for sewing if making separate legs.
Make 2. If you prefer joined-leg construction, do not fasten off the second leg. The finished legs should look narrow, tidy, and straight, with enough firmness to help the doll stand when supported by the skirt and shoes.
Body
The torso is compact and cylindrical with only slight shaping. It should be narrower than the head and fit neatly under the striped top. If joining from the legs, align the feet forward before continuing.
- Join both legs with 3 ch or your preferred bridge. Work around both legs to create a total body circumference of approximately 36 sts.
- Rounds 1-4 of body: sc around. Keep the lower torso straight.
- Round 5: dec 4 evenly. (32)
- Rounds 6-9: sc around. (32)
- Round 10: dec 4 evenly. (28)
- Rounds 11-14: sc around. (28)
- Round 15: dec 2 evenly. (26)
- Rounds 16-18: sc around. (26)
Stuff the body firmly. The torso in the image is not chubby. It is soft but structured, giving the clothing a tailored appearance. Keep the shoulders rounded but not bulky so the sleeves lie neatly against the upper arms.
Head
The head is the defining shape of the bunny. It is almost spherical, but slightly wider through the cheek area and gently flattened at the face. The muzzle is subtle rather than protruding. Use cream yarn.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
- Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
- Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
- Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
- Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
- Rounds 8-17: sc around. (42)
- Insert eyes between Rounds 11 and 12 with about 8 to 9 stitches visible between them.
- Round 18: 5 sc, dec around. (36)
- Round 19: 4 sc, dec around. (30)
- Round 20: 3 sc, dec around. (24)
- Stuff firmly, shaping the cheeks evenly.
- Round 21: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
- Round 22: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
- Round 23: dec around. (6)
Close the opening neatly. The face should look calm, sweet, and balanced. Do not pull the face too tightly, or the gentle cheek fullness seen in the image will disappear. The head must remain larger than the torso for the correct doll-like character style.
Ears
The ears are long, soft, and slightly flattened, hanging from each side of the head beneath the hat. They reach to the shoulder area and have a relaxed downward drape. Use warm beige or pale taupe.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
- Round 4: sc around. (18)
- Round 5: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
- Rounds 6-18: sc around. (24)
- Round 19: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
- Rounds 20-28: sc around. (18)
Do not stuff, or add only the slightest touch of stuffing near the base if needed. Flatten the top edge. Make 2. The ears in the image are smooth and softly weighted, not stiff or wired. Sew them to the upper sides of the head so they fall vertically.
Arms
The arms are simple, lightly tapered tubes. They angle gently downward and slightly away from the torso. They should end around the upper skirt area when attached.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Rounds 3-5: sc around. (12)
- Round 6: dec 2 evenly. (10)
- Rounds 7-19: sc around. (10)
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Stuff the lower half lightly and leave the upper arm softer so it can rest naturally. Flatten the opening and sew closed across the shoulder seam. Make 2. The image shows clean arms with no paw shaping, fingers, or cuffs projecting outward.
Clothing for the Bunny
Striped Shirt Section
The torso clothing effect can be made either directly onto the body or as a removable top. For the most accurate fit, crocheting it directly around the body works best. The shirt in the image is fitted, with horizontal sage and white stripes and short sleeves.
If crocheting directly on the body, join sage yarn at the waistline and begin building the shirt upward with alternating color rounds. Keep the stitch count matched to the upper torso circumference. A neat, compact fabric is essential so the stripes look crisp.
- Round 1: Join sage and sc evenly around upper torso.
- Round 2: Change to white and sc around.
- Round 3: Change to sage and sc around.
- Round 4: White, sc around.
- Round 5: Sage, sc around.
- Round 6: White, sc around.
- Round 7: Sage, sc around.
- Round 8: White, sc around.
The image suggests many narrow stripes rather than a few thick bands. Keep each stripe one round high. The neckline should sit just under the chin, with a visible green collar layered on top. The short sleeves end around the top of the arm.
Sleeves
Create a short cap sleeve edging around each armhole in alternating sage and white, or mostly sage depending on your construction method. The sleeve should look slim and tailored, not puffed.
- Work 12 to 14 sc around the armhole edge.
- Add 1 or 2 rounds only.
- Keep the final edge snug so it hugs the upper arm.
Collar
The collar is an important visual feature. It is sage green, small, pointed, and folded over the striped shirt neckline. It frames the red tie and adds the classroom uniform feel seen in the image.
Make 2 mirrored collar pieces.
- Ch 6.
- Row 1: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 5. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2: dec, sc 1, dec. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 3: sc across. Fasten off.
Sew one collar point to each side of the neckline, angling both inward toward the tie. The collar points should be visible and crisp, but not oversized. They should sit flat against the chest.
Necktie
The tie is narrow at the top and fuller at the lower blade, hanging to the upper skirt. It is bright red with short white diagonal bars across the front, imitating a striped school tie. This piece should be centered very carefully.
- With red, ch 5.
- Row 1: sc 4. Turn.
- Rows 2-4: sc 4.
- Row 5: inc, sc 2, inc. (6)
- Rows 6-8: sc 6.
- Row 9: inc, sc 4, inc. (8)
- Rows 10-14: sc 8.
- Row 15: dec, sc 4, dec. (6)
- Row 16: sc 6.
Fasten off, lightly shape, and sew beneath the collar. Add white diagonal embroidery bars with straight yarn stitches. Keep the lines evenly spaced and slanting in the same direction. The top knot area should sit directly under the collar points.
Pleated Skirt
The skirt is charcoal gray and falls in a tidy pleated shape around the waist. It is not a fluffy circle skirt. Instead, it has structured folds created through stitch placement and light flare. It reaches to mid-thigh on the bunny.
- Ch enough to fit around the waist snugly, then join without twisting, or work in joined rounds from the waist edge.
- Round 1: sc evenly around.
- Round 2: work in BLO around to create a crisp waistband edge.
- Round 3: alternate 2 sc in one stitch and 1 sc in next stitch to increase gently.
- Rounds 4-8: sc around.
- Round 9: create shallow pleat effect by working repeated segments such as FLO, BLO, or tiny decreases and increases in grouped sections.
- Rounds 10-12: sc or hdc around, maintaining the pleat shape.
The skirt should angle outward but still hold a school-uniform look. For a stronger pleat appearance, you can stitch a few fold lines lightly from inside after completion. The hem must sit evenly all around and should not ripple too much.
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Bucket Hat
The hat is one of the most recognizable elements in the set. It is soft sage green and shaped like a classic bucket hat with a rounded crown and a downward brim. It sits low enough to partly cover the top of the forehead and ear bases.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
- Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
- Round 5: 3 sc, inc around. (30)
- Round 6: 4 sc, inc around. (36)
- Round 7: 5 sc, inc around. (42)
- Rounds 8-14: sc around. (42)
- Round 15: work in BLO around.
- Round 16: 6 sc, inc around. (48)
- Round 17: sc around. (48)
- Round 18: 7 sc, inc around. (54)
- Round 19: sc around. (54)
- Round 20: sl st or very firm sc around to stabilize the brim.
Test the fit before finishing. The brim should tilt downward slightly all around. It should not flare dramatically. If your yarn is softer, add a final tight round to help the brim hold its neat line.
Sneakers
The shoes are green-and-white sneakers with white fronts, green sides, white laces, dark soles, and tiny daisies attached near the outer ankle area. These details bring the image to life, so take your time with them.
Make each shoe separately and sew directly onto the foot.
- With dark sole color, ch 6.
- Round 1: beginning in second ch, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, sc 3 on opposite side, inc in final stitch. (12)
- Round 2: inc at toe and heel curves to about 16 sts.
- Round 3: BLO sc around to form sole edge.
- Change to white for toe area and green for side panels as needed.
- Work a few shaping rounds, decreasing slightly over the instep so the shoe hugs the foot.
Embroider white laces in crossed or parallel tied style. Add a white daisy to the outer side of each shoe, with a small yellow center. A few tiny sage stitches can suggest leaves if desired. The shoes must look matched and symmetrical.
Crossbody Satchel
The satchel is charcoal gray, rectangular with a front flap, and worn from the bunny’s right shoulder to left hip in the image. The strap lies diagonally across the chest, passing over the shirt and tie area without hiding them completely.
- Ch 11.
- Row 1: sc 10. Turn.
- Rows 2-8: sc 10.
- Fold into a pouch shape and sew side seams.
- For flap: join yarn at upper back edge, sc across 10 sts for 3 rows, then dec at each side for 2 more rows.
- Add a tiny button or bead accent at the center of the flap.
For the strap, ch enough to cross the torso diagonally and reach the bag comfortably. Work back with sl st or sc for a flat strap. Sew securely to both upper corners of the bag. Position it so the bag rests against the bunny’s left side.
Mini Accessories
Mini Book
The book is very small and rectangular with a sage cover, dark spine or border, and white front label. It should sit flat and look like a school notebook or reading book placed beside the bunny.
- With dark gray, ch 8.
- Row 1: sc 7. Turn.
- Rows 2-6: sc 7.
- Fasten off.
- With sage, make a slightly smaller rectangle.
- With white, make a tiny label patch.
Layer the pieces so the gray acts as border or spine. Sew or glue-free stitch them together neatly. If desired, add a thin white insert edge between covers to suggest pages. Keep everything flat and tidy rather than thick.
Pencil
The pencil is tiny and simple, but it adds important classroom storytelling. It has a tan sharpened wood look, a yellow body, a pink eraser, and a dark graphite tip.
- Start with yellow yarn and make a tiny tube of 4 to 5 sc around for 4 rounds.
- Change to pink for 1 short round for the eraser end.
- At the opposite end, switch to tan and decrease quickly to create a sharpened section.
- Finish with a tiny dark tip using black or charcoal yarn.
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You may also create the pencil as a wrapped cord piece over a firm inner stitch if you prefer. Keep it delicate and slightly angled, just like the small prop in the image.
Daisy Bouquet
The bouquet includes several small white daisies gathered together with green stems. The flowers are clustered, compact, and soft, not oversized. This accessory should feel fresh and neat, with the flower heads facing upward.
Make 5 to 7 tiny daisies.
- For each flower center, use yellow and make 5 sc in MR.
- Switch to white and work 5 petals, each formed with a tiny chain petal such as ch 2, sl st back, or 2 hdc cluster depending on your preferred scale.
- Fasten off with a green stem tail.
Gather the stems together and wrap with green yarn for a bouquet handle. Trim evenly. The finished bouquet should be small enough to sit naturally near the bunny’s shoes without overpowering the scene.
Hedgehog Friend
Body and Head
The hedgehog is a compact secondary character with a rounded cream face and body front, brown textured spines around the head and back, tiny ears, small black eyes, and a dark embroidered nose. The body is short and sturdy.
Start with cream for the face and lower body.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
- Round 4: 2 sc, inc around. (24)
- Rounds 5-9: sc around. (24)
- Insert eyes between Rounds 6 and 7 with about 5 stitches between them.
- Round 10: switch partially or fully to cream body tone on front and brown on back if you prefer color-join shaping, or make body separately.
- Rounds 11-15: sc around.
- Round 16: 2 sc, dec around. (18)
- Round 17: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
- Stuff firmly.
- Round 18: dec around. (6)
Embroider a small dark nose at the center of the snout. Add a short vertical mouth stitch if desired. The expression should remain gentle and toy-like.
Spines
The spines are curly or looped brown strands covering the top and back of the hedgehog. In the image they look soft, rounded, and densely clustered rather than sharp.
- Create a brown cap panel worked to fit the top and back of the hedgehog.
- Attach short loop stitches, chain loops, or curled strands across the panel.
- Sew the finished spine panel to the back of the head and body, leaving the cream face fully visible.
Ears
Make 2 tiny tan or cream ears.
- 4 sc in MR.
- Round 2: inc around to 8 if needed.
- Flatten and sew to the upper sides of the head.
Arms and Legs
The hedgehog limbs are very small and rounded. The arms emerge from the short sleeves, while the legs disappear partly into the overalls.
- Arms: 6 sc in MR, then 2 to 4 rounds even. Stuff lightly.
- Legs: 6 sc in MR, then 3 to 5 rounds even. Stuff lightly.
Hedgehog Shirt
The shirt is bright yellow and visible at the sleeves and upper chest. It should fit close to the body and remain simple.
- Work a small yellow torso wrap or direct body overlay.
- Keep the neckline open enough to show the cream face clearly.
- Add short yellow sleeve caps around the arm openings.
Overalls
The blue overalls are a major visual cue for the hedgehog. They cover the lower body and rise into a front bib with two small strap details. In the image, the overalls are rounded and cute, with tiny button accents.
- With blue, create a small lower body wrap fitting the hedgehog’s belly and hips.
- Work upward for 3 to 4 rows on the front center only to form the bib.
- Make 2 narrow straps with short chains or stitched cords.
- Sew the straps over the shoulders and attach tiny yellow or tan accent stitches as buttons.
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Apple
The hedgehog holds a bright red apple with a tiny green leaf or stem at the top. This prop should be small, round, and cheerful.
- Round 1: 6 sc in MR.
- Round 2: inc around. (12)
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around. (18)
- Rounds 4-5: sc around. (18)
- Round 6: 1 sc, dec around. (12)
- Stuff lightly.
- Round 7: dec around. (6)
Add a tiny green stem or leaf. Sew the apple to one hand or tack it lightly so it can be posed close to the body.
Assembly Order
- Sew the bunny head to the body, making sure the face points straight forward.
- Attach the ears high on the sides of the head so they fall downward evenly.
- Sew the arms to the upper torso at a slight downward angle.
- Add the striped shirt section if not already integrated.
- Attach the collar and center the tie beneath it.
- Sew or fasten the skirt around the waist.
- Attach the shoes to the feet and add the daisy details.
- Sew the satchel together and attach the crossbody strap.
- Fit the hat last so it settles naturally over the head and ear bases.
- Assemble the hedgehog and dress it before attaching the apple.
- Finish the tiny book, pencil, and bouquet as separate props.
Placement Accuracy Tips
- The bunny’s head is large compared with the torso, but not exaggerated beyond balance.
- The ears should begin under the hat edge, not above it.
- The satchel strap crosses from the bunny’s right shoulder to the left side of the body.
- The tie hangs centered and ends above the skirt folds.
- The skirt is dark, structured, and falls in soft pleats rather than ruffles.
- The shoes are low sneakers, not boots.
- The hedgehog should be squat, friendly, and distinctly smaller than the bunny.
Optional Finishing Enhancements
You can add a tiny amount of blush under the bunny’s eyes using soft pink yarn shading or a very restrained fabric-safe tint, but keep it subtle. The original look is clean and minimal, with the main character coming from proportion, outfit detail, and color harmony.
For display styling, place the book and pencil near the bunny’s feet, lay the flower bouquet at the front, and position the hedgehog slightly to one side holding the apple. This arrangement matches the storytelling spirit of the image very well.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Check that both eyes are level, the nose is centered, and the ears hang at the same height. The bunny’s embroidered nose should be tiny and soft pink, shaped as a small triangle with a short center stitch below it. Keep the expression calm, sweet, and simple.
Before finishing, adjust the hat tilt, straighten the tie, smooth the skirt folds, and confirm that the satchel lies flat across the chest. The hedgehog’s eyes and nose should also be centered, with the apple secured neatly in place.
Care Notes
- Store away from direct sunlight to protect the soft green, red, and blue shades.
- Handle the tiny accessories gently because they are lightly constructed.
- Keep the daisy bouquet and pencil away from very young children unless firmly secured.
- If displaying long term, support the bunny upright so the skirt and hat keep their shape.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Head securely sewn and facing forward
- Ears even and hanging naturally
- Striped shirt colors balanced
- Collar points symmetrical
- Tie centered with white diagonal lines added
- Skirt hem level all around
- Shoes matched and daisies attached
- Satchel strap angled correctly
- Hat brim sitting low and neat
- Hedgehog dressed, detailed, and holding apple
- Book, pencil, and bouquet completed
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
Spot clean with a soft cloth, cool water, and a tiny amount of mild soap. Avoid soaking the doll if safety eyes, dense stuffing, or small decorative details are used. Press gently with a towel and air dry fully in a well-ventilated space.
To preserve shape, reshape the hat brim, ears, skirt folds, and satchel while damp. Store the accessories together in a small box or fabric pouch so the set stays complete. Avoid machine washing, high heat, and rough handling that may distort the small details.
