Scarlet Market Bunny – Crochet

This charming handmade crochet bunny doll is styled like a boutique amigurumi rabbit ready for a spring market day. With a scarlet hat, flared skirt, dotted blouse, tiny handbag, and matching shoes, it has the polished look collectors search for when shopping for a premium crochet bunny doll.

The set also includes delightful mini accessories that make it feel complete and gift-worthy: a market basket of vegetables, a small hedgehog friend in overalls, a watering can, a mushroom charm, and tiny flowers. It is ideal for readers looking for an amigurumi animal doll set with elegant handmade details.

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Materials

• Main bunny yarn: light beige or warm cream for head, ears, hands, and legs
• Hat, skirt, shoes: rich scarlet red
• Hat band, blouse, handbag: black
• Polka dots: white
• Nose: pale blush or light tan
• Hedgehog face and ears: soft beige
• Hedgehog spines: medium brown
• Overalls: bright blue
• Hedgehog shirt: light green
• Watering can: pale mint
• Basket: light brown or straw tan
• Vegetables: orange, cream, pink-red, green
• Flowers: white and yellow
• Mushroom charm: red, white, black, and a small amount of beige

• Hook: choose a size that gives tight stitches for amigurumi, usually 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Safety eyes: glossy black for bunny and hedgehog
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Scissors
• Thin gold chain or gold cord for the handbag strap
• Small decorative clasp or stitched emblem for the front of the handbag
• Optional floral wire for flower stems and basket shaping

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

Size and Style Notes

This bunny has a large rounded head, a slightly pear-shaped body hidden under a wide skirt, long soft ears, short arms, and slim straight legs. The outfit is the visual focus, so use even, tight stitches and keep the stuffing smooth.

The hat sits low on the forehead and covers the top of the ears. The blouse is fitted and dark, with evenly spaced white dots. The skirt is broad and structured, creating a graceful A-line silhouette that balances the oversized head beautifully.

The handbag sits at the bunny’s right hip from the viewer’s perspective. A small mushroom charm hangs beside it. The hedgehog is much smaller than the bunny and should reach only around the bunny’s lower skirt area when placed standing nearby.

Bunny Head

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. Rounds 9-16: sc around. (48)

Place the eyes wide apart and slightly below the center line of the face. In the image, the eyes are simple, glossy, and small enough to preserve the gentle look. Avoid oversized eyes, or the face will lose its calm market-day expression.

1. Round 17: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
2. Round 18: sc around. (42)
3. Round 19: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
4. Round 20: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
5. Start stuffing firmly and evenly.
6. Round 21: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
7. Round 22: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
8. Round 23: 1 sc, dec x6. (12)
9. Round 24: dec x6. (6)

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Fasten off and close. Shape the head so the cheeks remain full and smooth. The face should be softly rounded, not pointed. Light finger shaping helps create the broad lower face that appears in the photo.

Nose and Mouth

Embroider a tiny centered triangular nose in pale blush or light tan. Keep it short and neat. Add a very subtle vertical stitch beneath it. Do not make a long smile. The image shows a minimal, refined expression.

Ears Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rounds 5-8: sc around. (24)
6. Round 9: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
7. Rounds 10-18: sc around. (18)
8. Round 19: 1 sc, dec x6. (12)
9. Rounds 20-28: sc around. (12)

Flatten each ear and lightly stuff only the top third. The lower portion should stay soft and drapey. Sew the ears high on the sides of the head, then let them fall straight down. They should extend below the chin line.

Arms Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR with beige.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: sc around. (12)
4. Change to black for sleeve.
5. Rounds 4-11: sc around. (12)
6. Round 12: dec x6. (6)

Stuff the hands lightly and the sleeves only very lightly. Flatten the top and sew shut. The arms are short, simple, and slightly angled outward. When attached, they should emerge from under the blouse sleeves and rest near the top of the skirt.

Legs Make 2

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR with beige.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rounds 3-14: sc around. (12)

Stuff the legs firmly enough to stand straight but not so firmly that they bulge. The visible section of the legs is slim and neat. Leave a long tail for sewing into the body under the skirt.

Body Core

The body is mostly hidden by the blouse and skirt, so keep it compact. It should support the large head while staying smaller than the head. A pear-shaped torso works best and helps the skirt flare naturally.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR using black or beige. (6)
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Rounds 6-9: sc around. (30)
7. Round 10: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
8. Rounds 11-13: sc around. (24)

Stuff firmly. Sew the legs to the base, spaced so the bunny can stand with support. Sew the arms at the upper sides. Attach the head securely with several passes because the head is oversized relative to the torso.

Black Blouse

The blouse is close-fitting with long sleeves and white polka dots. You may crochet it directly onto the body, or make a separate fitted shell. The cleanest result is usually crocheting directly around the upper torso after the body is finished.

1. Join black yarn around the upper body where the blouse begins.
2. Work even rounds of sc to cover the torso neatly.
3. Shape gently around the chest so the blouse stays smooth, not boxy.
4. Keep the lower edge just above the skirt waistband.

For the sleeves, align the arm openings carefully. Add black yarn at each shoulder and work slim sleeve rounds to match the arms. The sleeves should appear continuous with the blouse body, creating a polished garment finish.

White Polka Dots

Embroider or surface-crochet tiny white dots across the blouse and sleeves. Keep them small, round, and evenly spaced. The dots should not cover every row. Leave visible black space between them so the overall effect stays elegant rather than crowded.

• Add several dots across the chest
• Add a few on each sleeve
• Keep the front visually balanced
• Avoid placing dots too close to the arm seams

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Scarlet Skirt

The skirt is one of the defining features of this project. It is broad, smooth, and dramatic, with a gentle flare from waist to hem. It should sit high on the body and widen steadily to create the market-dress silhouette visible in the image.

1. Join scarlet yarn at the waistline below the blouse.
2. Round 1: work evenly around the waist.
3. Round 2: inc every 4 or 5 stitches.
4. Round 3: sc around.
5. Round 4: inc every 5 stitches.
6. Round 5: sc around.
7. Continue alternating plain rounds and increase rounds until the skirt reaches knee length.

The skirt in the photo has visible horizontal texture from the rows, so standard sc rounds are suitable. Do not use lace or openwork. The hem should look substantial and structured. Light blocking can help the skirt hold its graceful A-line form.

• Waist: fitted and smooth
• Mid-skirt: steadily widening
• Hem: broad and gently rounded
• Length: long enough to cover the body and upper legs

Red Mary Jane Shoes Make 2

The shoes are tiny red flats with a single strap across the top. They are neat and rounded, not bulky boots. Keep them low profile so the bunny’s feet look delicate under the wide skirt.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR with red.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: sc around in BLO. (18)
5. Round 5: 4 sc, dec x5, 4 sc. Shape toe.
6. Round 6: sc around to stabilize.

For the strap, attach yarn at one side of the opening, chain enough to cross the top of the foot, then secure on the other side. A tiny stitch can suggest the button point. Sew each shoe onto the base of the leg.

Scarlet Hat With Black Band

The hat is a bucket-style cloche with a rounded crown and a modest outward brim. It sits low, almost touching the eyes, and frames the face beautifully. The black band divides the crown from the brim and must be clearly visible.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR using red.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
7. Round 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
8. Round 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
9. Rounds 9-14: sc around. (48)

Try the hat on the head. It should fit over the crown without stretching. If needed, add or remove one increase round. The crown should look smooth and dome-shaped rather than flat.

1. Round 15: change to black and sc around. (48)
2. Round 16: change back to red and work in BLO, increasing every 7 or 8 stitches to begin the brim.
3. Rounds 17-19: sc around, adding a few more evenly spaced increases if needed.

The brim should tip slightly downward at the sides and front. Avoid a floppy sunhat look. This hat is structured, chic, and compact. Light shaping with your fingers after finishing will help it settle naturally around the bunny’s face.

Handbag

The handbag is a small black rectangular flap bag with a short body and a narrow flap front. It hangs from a thin gold chain and rests against the front-right side of the skirt. Keep the scale small and refined.

1. Ch 9.
2. Round 1: sc along one side, 3 sc in end, sc along other side, 3 sc in end.
3. Rounds 2-5: sc around to form a shallow pouch.
4. Flatten and seam the top partially, leaving the flap section free.

Create the flap by working a few rows back and forth across half the top width. Round the corners slightly. Add a tiny stitched emblem or clasp at the center front. Sew or attach the gold chain to both side corners of the bag.

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Mushroom Charm

This tiny charm hangs near the handbag strap and adds a whimsical market detail. It has a red cap with white spots and a pale stem. Keep it very small so it reads as a charm rather than a separate toy.

1. Stem: 4 sc in MR in white or pale beige, then 1 short round.
2. Cap: 6 sc in MR in red, then increase once or twice to create a small dome.
3. Add two or three tiny white dots.
4. Sew cap to stem and suspend from a short thread beside the bag.

Market Basket

The basket is low and round with a simple handle. It holds a tiny assortment of vegetables in warm market colors. The basket sits near the bunny’s left side in the image and should look rustic and compact.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR with tan.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Round 5: BLO sc around. (24)
6. Rounds 6-8: sc around.

For the handle, attach yarn on one side, chain across, and secure on the opposite side. Work back over the chain with sc if you want a firmer handle. Shape the basket lightly so the opening stays round.

Tiny Vegetables

• Carrot: orange cone with a small green leafy top
• Radish: pink-red round bulb with cream tip and green leaves
• Turnip: cream oval root with green top
• Small orange produce piece: tiny oval fruit or pumpkin-like piece

Keep the vegetables small and tightly stitched. They should sit slightly above the basket rim, making the arrangement visible at a glance. Stitch them into the basket if you want a permanent display.

Daisy Flowers

The flowers in front of the bunny are tiny white blooms with yellow centers. Make three small flowers for the same visual effect. They can be joined at the base or arranged as loose blossoms.

1. Make a yellow center with 5 or 6 sc in MR.
2. Add white petals by working small chains or tiny petal stitches around the center.
3. Repeat for three blossoms.

Hedgehog Friend

The hedgehog is a miniature companion with a beige face, brown spines, green shirt, blue overalls, and tiny dark eyes and nose. It should look sweet and sturdy, with a round body and short limbs.

Head and Body

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR with beige.
2. Round 2: inc around. (12)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc x6. (18)
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
5. Rounds 5-8: sc around.

Place the eyes fairly close together and add a small black nose on a short snout area. The face is cheerful and compact. Continue the back section in brown textured stitches or loop-like stitches to suggest soft spines.

1. Round 9: begin reducing slightly for shape.
2. Stuff firmly.
3. Close the lower body after shaping a plump oval form.

Ears, Arms, and Legs

• Ears: tiny beige semicircles, sewn high
• Arms: short green upper section with beige hands
• Legs: tiny beige legs, lightly stuffed

Blue Overalls

Work a snug blue lower garment around the hedgehog’s body. Add two narrow straps up the front. Stitch tiny tan buttons where the straps meet the bib. The overalls should cover most of the lower body and give the hedgehog a gardener’s look.

Mini Watering Can

This accessory is held by the hedgehog and is worked in pale mint. It is rounded with a short spout and a curved handle. Keep it simple, tiny, and recognizable.

1. Make a small oval or rounded cup shape.
2. Add a short narrow spout.
3. Add a curved handle on the opposite side.
4. Sew lightly to the hedgehog hand if desired.

Assembly Order

1. Sew bunny ears to head.
2. Embroider nose and small mouth detail.
3. Sew head to body.
4. Attach arms and legs securely.
5. Add blouse and white dots.
6. Crochet and shape skirt.
7. Sew on shoes.
8. Make hat and fit it low on the head.
9. Attach handbag and chain.
10. Add mushroom charm.
11. Make basket, vegetables, flowers, hedgehog, and watering can.

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Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the face first. The eyes should sit evenly, and the nose should remain tiny and centered. Sew the hat so it angles slightly low across the forehead. Adjust the ears beneath the hat so they hang straight and soft on both sides.

Place the handbag so it crosses the body naturally and rests against the skirt. Position the mushroom charm just below the bag line. Arrange the basket, flowers, and hedgehog close to the bunny for the same storytelling composition seen in the image.

Care Notes

• Display indoors for best color preservation
• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
• Keep away from moisture and dust buildup
• Handle the mushroom charm and handbag chain gently

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Hat: red with one black band
• Blouse: black with neat white dots
• Skirt: wide scarlet A-line shape
• Shoes: red Mary Jane style
• Bag: small black flap bag with gold strap
• Charm: tiny red mushroom with white spots
• Extras: basket, vegetables, flowers, hedgehog, watering can

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Use a soft dry brush or gentle lint-free cloth to remove dust. For small marks, spot clean carefully with a slightly damp cloth and mild soap. Do not soak the doll or accessories, and do not twist or wring any part.

Allow cleaned pieces to air dry fully on a towel, reshaping the hat brim, skirt, ears, and hedgehog spines while damp. Store flat or upright in a clean dry place. Tissue support inside the hat and skirt can help preserve the silhouette over time.