Crochet Tutorial: Autumn Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet Tutorial: Autumn Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This sweet crochet bunny doll pattern is designed to recreate the cozy autumn scene shown in the photo, including the floppy-eared bunny, the polka-dot coat dress, the cloche hat, the floral crossbody bag, the tiny hedgehog gardener, and the small tabletop accessories. It is ideal for handmade gift makers, nursery decor sellers, and anyone searching for a collectible amigurumi project.

The finished set has the warm look of a premium amigurumi doll pattern you might expect to find in a boutique, gift shop, or Etsy-style handmade collection. With careful shaping and neat stitches, this design makes a beautiful seasonal display piece, photo prop, or charming crochet toy for anyone who loves detailed stuffed animal dolls.

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

Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US English crochet terms and is worked mostly in continuous rounds unless noted. The design focuses on matching the proportions in the image: a large round head, a smaller tapered body, long soft ears, short sleeves, a full coat silhouette, a low brim hat, tiny shoes, and compact decorative accessories.

The bunny is the main project. The hedgehog, basket, yarn balls, flower pot, and watering can are smaller supporting pieces, but they are included because they are visible in the image and help complete the exact scene. For the most accurate result, use cotton yarn or a cotton-blend yarn that gives crisp stitch definition.

Materials

  • Main bunny colors: light cream, dusty rust, beige, blush pink, green, red, and brown
  • Hedgehog colors: cream, dark brown, sage or moss green, tan, light blue-gray
  • Hooks: 2.0 mm for most pieces, 1.75 mm for very tiny accessories if desired
  • Safety eyes: 8 mm for bunny, 5 mm for hedgehog
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Small buttons or crocheted faux buttons
  • Thin floral wire optional for shaping the hat brim and bag strap
  • Embroidery floss in brown, black, pink, and cream

Finished Size

  • Bunny: about 9.5 to 10.5 inches tall from feet to top of hat
  • Hedgehog: about 3 to 3.5 inches tall
  • Basket: about 1.5 inches wide
  • Flower pot: about 1 inch tall
  • Watering can: about 1.25 inches long

Abbreviations

  • MR = magic ring
  • ch = chain
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • sc = single crochet
  • inc = 2 sc in same stitch
  • dec = invisible decrease
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • BLO = back loop only
  • FLO = front loop only
  • st = stitch
  • rnd = round

Gauge and Stitch Style

Keep your stitches firm. The image shows dense amigurumi fabric with minimal visible gaps, especially on the face, body, and accessories. If your stitches look open, go down a hook size. The coat, hat, and overalls should still feel structured, but slightly softer than the stuffed body parts.

Main Bunny Pattern

Legs Make 2

Using rust yarn, start with the shoes. Stuff lightly at the toe only. The feet in the image are short, rounded, and slightly flattened at the front.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 18 sc.
  5. Rnd 5: 6 sc, 3 dec, 6 sc. (15)
  6. Rnd 6: 5 sc, 2 dec, 6 sc. (13)
  7. Rnd 7: 13 sc in BLO.
  8. Change to cream for ankle.
  9. Rnd 8: 13 sc.
  10. Rnd 9: 11 sc, dec. (12)
  11. Rnd 10-14: 12 sc for lower leg. Fasten off first leg. Do not fasten off second leg.

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Body

The body is narrow at the top and fuller at the lower coat area once dressed. The stuffed torso itself is slim, because the image shows the coat creating most of the width.

  1. Join legs with 4 ch.
  2. Rnd 15: sc around first leg, 4 sc across chain, sc around second leg, 4 sc on opposite side of chain. (32)
  3. Rnd 16: 32 sc.
  4. Rnd 17: 10 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 10 sc. (34)
  5. Rnd 18-20: 34 sc.
  6. Rnd 21: 9 sc, dec, 15 sc, dec, 6 sc. (32)
  7. Rnd 22: 32 sc.
  8. Rnd 23: 8 sc, dec, 14 sc, dec, 6 sc. (30)
  9. Rnd 24: 30 sc.
  10. Rnd 25: 8 sc, dec, 13 sc, dec, 5 sc. (28)
  11. Rnd 26: 28 sc.
  12. Rnd 27: 5 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec, 9 sc. (26)
  13. Rnd 28: 26 sc.
  14. Rnd 29: 4 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec, 9 sc. (24)
  15. Rnd 30-32: 24 sc.
  16. Stuff firmly through body and legs.
  17. Rnd 33: 24 sc in BLO to create neck edge support.
  18. Rnd 34: 3 sc, dec x6. (18)
  19. Rnd 35: 18 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing head.

Arms Make 2

The bunny’s arms are short and softly bent downward. They should reach just below the waistline under the coat sleeves.

  1. Using cream, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3-4: 12 sc.
  4. Change to rust.
  5. Rnd 5: 12 sc.
  6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
  7. Rnd 7-12: 10 sc.
  8. Stuff hand area lightly, flatten top, and crochet 5 sc through both layers to close.

Head

The head is large compared with the body, almost spherical with a gentle lower-cheek taper. The eyes sit low enough to create a sweet, childlike expression. Stuff firmly and evenly.

  1. Using cream, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
  6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
  7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
  8. Rnd 8: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
  9. Rnd 9: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
  10. Rnd 10-18: 54 sc.
  11. Place 8 mm eyes between Rnds 12 and 13, about 10 stitches apart.
  12. Rnd 19: 7 sc, dec x6. (48)
  13. Rnd 20: 6 sc, dec x6. (42)
  14. Rnd 21: 5 sc, dec x6. (36)
  15. Rnd 22: 4 sc, dec x6. (30)
  16. Begin stuffing firmly.
  17. Rnd 23: 3 sc, dec x6. (24)
  18. Rnd 24: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
  19. Rnd 25: sc, dec x6. (12)
  20. Fasten off and close.

Muzzle Shaping

The face in the image has a very subtle muzzle, not a protruding snout. Use thread sculpting instead of a separate heavy muzzle piece for the closest look.

  • With matching cream yarn, make a horizontal stitch from one eye corner to the other under the eye line and pull gently to create a soft cheek curve.
  • Embroider a tiny triangular pink nose centered between Rnds 14 and 15.
  • Embroider a short vertical line downward from the nose.
  • Add a tiny split mouth with one small angled stitch on each side.
  • Use brown embroidery to make thin curved brows above the eyes.

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Ears Make 2

The ears are long, soft, and hang straight downward. They are not stuffed. Their width is moderate, with a rounded tip and a slightly narrower base.

  1. Using cream, ch 13.
  2. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch from hook, 11 sc, 3 sc in last ch, working on opposite side of chain 10 sc, inc. (26)
  3. Rnd 2: inc, 10 sc, 3 inc, 10 sc, 2 inc. (32)
  4. Rnd 3: 32 sc.
  5. Rnd 4: 12 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec, 12 sc. (30)
  6. Rnd 5-10: 30 sc.
  7. Rnd 11: 10 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 10 sc. (28)
  8. Rnd 12-14: 28 sc.
  9. Flatten base and sew closed. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Sew ears to the head between Rnds 6 and 8, spaced so they fall just outside the eye line. Angle them slightly forward so they frame the face as in the image.

Bunny Coat Dress

The coat is the key garment in the scene. It has a soft A-line shape, long sleeves, cream polka dots, a front opening with tiny buttons, a collar, and a belt. Work it carefully so it sits close at the shoulders and flares below the waist.

Coat Bodice

  1. Using rust, ch 31.
  2. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch, 30 sc. Ch 1, turn. (30)
  3. Row 2: 5 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc, 4 sc, inc, 7 sc. (34)
  4. Row 3: 34 sc.
  5. Row 4: 6 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc, 8 sc. (38)
  6. Row 5: 38 sc.

Now divide for fronts, sleeves, and back. Use markers. A practical division for this scale is 6 stitches front, 7 sleeve, 12 back, 7 sleeve, 6 front.

  1. Row 6: 6 sc, ch 2 skip 7, 12 sc, ch 2 skip 7, 6 sc. (26 plus two armhole chains)
  2. Row 7-9: sc across, working 2 sc in each armhole chain space. (30)
  3. Row 10: 4 sc, inc, 20 sc, inc, 4 sc. (32)
  4. Row 11-14: 32 sc.
  5. Row 15: 5 sc, inc, 20 sc, inc, 5 sc. (34)
  6. Row 16-20: 34 sc.
  7. Row 21: work a clean sc edging around front opening, hem, and neckline.

Coat Sleeves Make 2

  • Join rust yarn at armhole.
  • Rnd 1: evenly crochet 14 sc around opening.
  • Rnd 2-5: 14 sc.
  • Rnd 6: 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec. (12)
  • Rnd 7-10: 12 sc.
  • Rnd 11: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec. (10)
  • Rnd 12: 10 sc.
  • Add a tiny cream cuff edge with one round of 10 sc if desired.

Collar

The collar in the image is rounded and neat, not oversized. Work into the neckline edge.

  1. Join rust at neckline front edge.
  2. Row 1: 14 sc evenly across back neckline and front neck edges.
  3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, dec, 10 sc, dec. (12)
  4. Row 3: ch 1, turn, 12 sc.

Polka Dots and Buttons

  • Embroider cream dots over the coat using small French knots or one-stitch satin dots.
  • Scatter them evenly on sleeves and skirt area, leaving a little open space near the center front.
  • Sew 4 to 5 tiny buttons down the front.
  • For the image look, keep buttons small and same tone as the coat or slightly lighter.

Belt

  1. Using rust, ch 20.
  2. Row 1: starting in 2nd ch, 19 sl st.
  3. Make a tiny buckle by crocheting ch 5, join into a ring, cover with 8 sc around the ring.
  4. Thread belt through buckle and sew lightly around waist.

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Bunny Hat

The hat is a rounded cloche style with a downward brim. The top is smooth and slightly domed. The brim is modest, not floppy. A tiny flower embellishment sits on one side.

  1. Using rust, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
  6. Rnd 6: 4 sc, inc x6. (36)
  7. Rnd 7: 5 sc, inc x6. (42)
  8. Rnd 8-13: 42 sc.
  9. Rnd 14: in FLO, 42 sc.
  10. Rnd 15: 6 sc, inc x6. (48)
  11. Rnd 16: 48 sc.
  12. Rnd 17: 7 sc, inc x6. (54)
  13. Rnd 18: 54 sc.
  14. Rnd 19: sl st loosely around. Fasten off.

Make a thin hat band by chaining a strip long enough to wrap the hat, then sew it around the base of the crown. Add two tiny flowers in beige and blush pink on the side.

Bunny Shoes Details

The shoes in the image have tiny ties or side accents. Add two short beige stitches on the outer side of each shoe and secure them as little bows or loops. Keep them very small so the feet still look clean and rounded.

Crossbody Bag

The bag is a tiny cream pouch with three dimensional flowers on the front and a slim strap crossing the body diagonally.

  1. Using beige, ch 7.
  2. Rnd 1: starting in 2nd ch, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 4 sc on opposite side, inc. (14)
  3. Rnd 2-5: 14 sc.
  4. Flatten opening and sew only the side edges, leaving top open slightly curved.
  5. Strap: ch 30 to 34, fasten off, and sew diagonally to bag sides.

Make 3 tiny flowers using 5-petal embroidery or micro crochet flowers. Use blush pink, dusty peach, and rust red. Add two tiny green leaf stitches underneath. Sew the bag at the bunny’s hip.

Mini Hedgehog Gardener

The hedgehog is small and slightly squat, with a cream face and body front, dark textured back spines, green overalls, a tan straw-style hat, and a tiny watering can. It should stand roughly at the bunny’s knee height.

Hedgehog Body and Head Combined

  1. Using cream, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5-7: 24 sc.
  6. Place 5 mm eyes between Rnds 5 and 6, about 6 stitches apart.
  7. Embroider tiny dark nose between Rnds 6 and 7.
  8. Rnd 8: 2 sc, dec x6. (18)
  9. Rnd 9: 18 sc.
  10. Rnd 10: sc, dec x6. (12)
  11. Rnd 11: 12 sc.

Change to brown and work loop stitch or popcorn-like texture for spines over the back half only, or make a separate cap.

Spine Cap

  1. Using dark brown, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5: 24 loop sc or textured sc.
  6. Rnd 6: 24 loop sc.
  7. Fasten off and sew to back of head and body.

Hedgehog Lower Body

  1. Continue from cream piece.
  2. Rnd 12: in green overalls color, 12 sc.
  3. Rnd 13: 12 sc.
  4. Rnd 14: dec x6. (6)
  5. Stuff firmly and close.

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Hedgehog Arms and Legs

  • Arms make 2: 6 sc in MR, Rnd 2-4: 6 sc. Sew to sides.
  • Legs make 2: 6 sc in MR, Rnd 2: 6 sc, flatten and sew at base.

Overalls Straps

  • With green, embroider or chain two straps from front bib to back.
  • Add tiny tan buttons at the front top corners.

Hedgehog Hat

  1. Using tan, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5-6: 24 sc.
  6. Rnd 7: in FLO, 24 sc.
  7. Rnd 8: 3 sc, inc x6. (30)
  8. Rnd 9: 30 sc, fasten off.

Add a green embroidered band around the hat and sew it lightly to the hedgehog head.

Mini Watering Can

  1. Using light blue-gray, ch 5.
  2. Rnd 1: starting in 2nd ch, 3 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 2 sc opposite side, inc. (10)
  3. Rnd 2-4: 10 sc.
  4. Handle: ch 7, sew both ends to top sides.
  5. Spout: ch 4, starting in 2nd ch, 3 sl st, sew to front.

Yarn Basket

The basket is shallow with a rounded base and upright sides. The handle arches gently over the top.

  1. Using beige, Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: sc, inc x6. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: 2 sc, inc x6. (24)
  5. Rnd 5: 24 sc in BLO.
  6. Rnd 6-8: 24 sc.
  7. Handle: ch 14, attach to opposite side with sl st, then sl st back along chain for firmness.

Mini Yarn Balls

  • Make 4 tiny balls in sage, cream, dusty mauve, and soft blue-gray.
  • For each ball: 6 sc in MR, inc around to 12, then 12 sc, then dec around to 6. Stuff with a tiny scrap and close.
  • Place them inside basket so colors remain visible.

Flower Pot With Red Blossoms

  1. Pot: using rust, 6 sc in MR, inc to 12, work 2 rounds even, then one round in FLO with 12 sc for rim.
  2. Leaves: with green, make 4 leaves as ch 4, sl st, sc, hdc in same chain sequence.
  3. Flowers: make 3 red bobbles or tiny 5-petal flowers.
  4. Sew leaves and flowers together and anchor into pot opening.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

  • Sew head firmly to body with the face centered over the legs.
  • Sew arms slightly below neck level so they hang naturally at the sides.
  • Dress bunny in coat and tack the inside lightly at shoulders if needed.
  • Add hat after ears are positioned.
  • Sew bag strap across the chest and secure the bag at hip level.
  • Use a tiny amount of pink blush on cheeks if desired.

Care Notes

  • Display use is best for this set because of the many small parts.
  • Keep away from excessive moisture and direct strong sunlight.
  • If giving to a child, replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

  • Head proportion looks large and round
  • Ears hang below shoulder level
  • Coat flares softly and closes at center front
  • Hat brim angles downward
  • Bag flowers are visible from the front
  • Hedgehog stands shorter than bunny knee height
  • Basket, yarn, flower pot, and watering can are all included

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Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

  • Dust gently with a clean dry makeup brush or soft cloth.
  • Spot clean only with mild soap and cool water on a cotton swab.
  • Do not machine wash, soak, twist, or tumble dry.
  • Reshape while slightly damp and let air dry flat.
  • Store in an acid-free box or on a covered shelf to preserve color and form.

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