Knitting Tutorial: Classic White Bouquet Bunny – Free Knitting Pattern

This elegant knitted bunny is designed to look like a collectible heirloom rabbit in a soft bridal-garden style. The finished piece features a long-eared white bunny, a wide-brim hat with tiny flowers, a ruffled tiered dress, floral embroidery, a small flowered handbag, removable shoes, and matching accessories that give it the charm of a boutique handmade doll, nursery decor piece, or gift shop keepsake. If you love searching for knitted bunny doll patterns, handmade rabbit toys, heirloom stuffed animals, luxury nursery gifts, or artisan knit collectibles, this design brings that refined look into a fully handmade project.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written to reproduce the full main bunny shown in the image, with the visual priority placed on the classic white body, long soft ears, tiered ruffle dress, neck frill, flowered hat, mini handbag, removable shoes, and small bouquet accessory.

The little mouse with book shown beside the bunny is a separate character. This pattern focuses on the Classic White Bouquet Bunny and the bunny-specific accessories visible in the photo.

The bunny is worked mostly in the round for smooth shaping. The dress is made as separate knitted pieces and sewn to preserve the exact layered silhouette. Small embroidered flowers and tiny knitted blossoms are added last to match the look in the image.

Finished Size

• Main bunny height: about 13 to 14 inches / 33 to 36 cm from foot to top of head
• Height to hat top when worn: about 15 inches / 38 cm
• Ear length: about 5 1/2 inches / 14 cm
• Handbag height: about 2 3/4 inches / 7 cm excluding handles
• Shoes: about 2 inches / 5 cm long each
• Bouquet accessory: about 3 inches / 7.5 cm long

Skill Level

Intermediate to advanced. A patient beginner can make it by following each section carefully. The shaping itself is not difficult, but accuracy matters because the image shows a very polished, symmetrical finish with soft proportions and refined details.

Materials

• Main yarn: fingering or light sport weight yarn in soft white, approximately 180 to 220 g total
• Contrast yarns for flowers: small amounts of dusty pink, rose pink, lilac, lavender, sky blue, butter yellow, peach, and leaf green
• Optional ear lining tone: pale blush or shell pink
• Needles for flat pieces: US 2 / 2.75 mm
• Needles for small circumference: US 1.5 / 2.5 mm double-pointed needles or magic loop
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Waste yarn
• Polyester toy stuffing
• 2 black embroidery beads or black thread for eyes
• Brown or taupe embroidery thread for nose and mouth
• White satin ribbon: 1/8 inch and 1/4 inch widths
• Thin millinery wire optional for hat brim stability
• Fabric glue optional for flower placement only if desired

Gauge

32 stitches and 42 rounds = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette worked in the round using white yarn and US 1.5 / 2.5 mm needles.

Gauge matters for this project because the bunny in the image has a tight, smooth surface with very little stuffing show-through. Knit firmly enough that stuffing does not peek between stitches.

Abbreviations

• BO = bind off
• CO = cast on
• k = knit
• k2tog = knit 2 together
• m1L = make 1 left
• m1R = make 1 right
• p = purl
• pm = place marker
• rep = repeat
• rnd = round
• RS = right side
• ssk = slip, slip, knit
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• WS = wrong side
• yo = yarn over

Construction Notes

• The bunny is made from two legs, joined into a lower body, then worked upward into the torso and head.
• The arms and ears are knitted separately and sewn on.
• The dress is worked as separate garment pieces to achieve the exact tiered shape.
• The hat, handbag, shoes, and bouquet are removable accessories.
• The visible floral details are best made with a mix of tiny embroidered flowers and small knitted rosettes.

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Main Bunny Legs

Leg 1

1. Using white and DPNs, CO 10 sts. Divide evenly. Join to work in the round. Place beginning marker.
2. Rnd 1: Knit.
3. Rnd 2: Kfb in each st around. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Knit.
5. Rnd 4: K1, m1R around. 30 sts.
6. Rnds 5-11: Knit 7 rounds.
7. Rnd 12: K3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
8. Rnds 13-18: Knit 6 rounds.
9. Begin ankle shaping. Rnd 19: K8, k2tog 4 times, k8. 20 sts.
10. Rnds 20-28: Knit 9 rounds.
11. Stuff foot firmly and leg lightly.
12. Break yarn and place stitches on waste yarn.

Leg 2

Work same as Leg 1, but do not break yarn at the end.

Join Legs and Knit Lower Body

1. With Leg 2 on needle, knit across 20 sts.
2. CO 4 sts using backward loop. Join Leg 1 and knit across its 20 sts. CO 4 sts. 48 sts total.
3. Place beginning marker at center back.
4. Rnd 1: Knit, making sure the cast-on bridge stitches are not twisted.
5. Rnd 2: K22, pm, k2, pm, k22, pm, k2, pm. The two 2-stitch groups mark the inner thigh openings.
6. Rnd 3: Knit.
7. Rnd 4: Knit to 1 st before first marker, k2tog, slip marker, knit marked 2 sts, slip marker, ssk, knit to 1 st before third marker, k2tog, slip marker, knit marked 2 sts, slip marker, ssk. 44 sts.
8. Rnd 5: Knit.
9. Rnd 6: Repeat shaping round. 40 sts.
10. Rnds 7-14: Knit 8 rounds.
11. Stuff hips and upper legs well, keeping front smooth.

Torso

The bunny in the image has a slim upper torso hidden under a dress. The stuffed shape should taper gently above the hips, then widen slightly at the chest so the neck frill sits properly.

1. Rnd 15: K8, k2tog around. 36 sts.
2. Rnds 16-20: Knit 5 rounds.
3. Rnd 21: K4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
4. Rnds 22-26: Knit 5 rounds.
5. Rnd 27: K3, m1R around. 37 sts. Add 1 extra k at end to reach 38 sts if needed for symmetry.
6. Rnds 28-33: Knit 6 rounds.
7. Rnd 34: K6, m1R, k6, m1R, k17, m1R, k6, m1R, k3. 42 sts.
8. Rnds 35-40: Knit 6 rounds.
9. Stuff torso firmly but do not overstuff. The front must remain smooth for the dress bodice.

Neck

1. Rnd 41: K5, k2tog around. 36 sts.
2. Rnd 42: Knit.
3. Rnd 43: K4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
4. Rnd 44: Knit.
5. Rnd 45: K3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
6. Rnds 46-49: Knit 4 rounds for a firm neck column.
7. Stuff neck firmly.

Head

The head is softly oval with a slightly fuller cheek area, a gently narrowed muzzle, and a centered embroidered nose. The forehead is smooth, not domed too high. Keep the stuffing even to avoid a lumpy face.

1. Rnd 1: K1, m1R around. 36 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Knit.
3. Rnd 3: K2, m1R around. 48 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Knit.
5. Rnd 5: K3, m1R around. 60 sts.
6. Rnds 6-18: Knit 13 rounds.
7. Insert eye markers between Rnds 10 and 11, spaced 10 stitches apart across the front face.
8. Rnd 19: K8, k2tog around. 54 sts.
9. Rnd 20: Knit.
10. Rnd 21: K7, k2tog around. 48 sts.
11. Rnd 22: Knit.
12. Rnd 23: K6, k2tog around. 42 sts.
13. Start stuffing head firmly, especially cheeks and crown.
14. Rnd 24: Knit.
15. Rnd 25: K5, k2tog around. 36 sts.
16. Rnd 26: Knit.
17. Rnd 27: K4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
18. Rnd 28: Knit.
19. Rnd 29: K3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
20. Rnd 30: K2, k2tog around. 18 sts.
21. Rnd 31: K1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
22. Thread yarn through remaining sts, pull tight, fasten securely.

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Arms Make 2

The bunny has softly stuffed upper arms with a slight taper at the wrist. The sleeves of the dress cover the top of the arms, but the arm size still matters because the dress sits close to the body in the image.

1. CO 8 sts in white. Join in the round.
2. Rnd 1: Kfb around. 16 sts.
3. Rnds 2-5: Knit 4 rounds.
4. Rnd 6: K2, m1R around. 21 sts. Add 1 extra k if needed to reach 22 sts.
5. Rnds 7-15: Knit 9 rounds.
6. Rnd 16: K9, k2tog, k9, k2tog. 20 sts.
7. Rnds 17-22: Knit 6 rounds.
8. Rnd 23: K3, k2tog around. 16 sts.
9. Rnds 24-26: Knit 3 rounds.
10. Lightly stuff lower arm and medium-stuff upper arm.
11. Flatten opening and sew closed, leaving a slightly angled top edge for easier attachment.

Ears Make 2

The ears are long, narrow, and gently drooping. In the image they fall from under the hat, close to the face, ending below shoulder level. They should be flat rather than heavily stuffed.

1. Using white, CO 8 sts.
2. Rows 1 and all WS rows: Purl.
3. Row 2: K1, m1L, knit to last st, m1R, k1. 10 sts.
4. Row 4: Repeat increase row. 12 sts.
5. Row 6: Repeat increase row. 14 sts.
6. Row 8: Repeat increase row. 16 sts.
7. Rows 9-28: Work 20 rows in stockinette.
8. Row 29: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 14 sts.
9. Row 31: Repeat decrease row. 12 sts.
10. Row 33: Repeat decrease row. 10 sts.
11. Row 35: Repeat decrease row. 8 sts.
12. Rows 36-38: Stockinette.
13. BO knitwise on RS.
14. Make a second ear.

Optional inner ear lining: embroider a pale blush running stitch oval or lightly duplicate-stitch a soft pink center section on each ear.

Muzzle Shaping and Facial Embroidery

The face in the image is simple and sweet. The eyes are tiny and dark. The nose is a small upside-down triangle with a short center line and tiny split mouth.

1. Using strong white thread, sculpt the muzzle with one horizontal pull across the lower face, about 5 rounds below the eyes.
2. Insert needle at side of head, bring out at muzzle center, reinsert on opposite side, and pull gently to form rounded cheeks.
3. Embroider eyes using black thread or attach tiny black beads at the marked eye points.
4. Embroider a small brown triangle nose centered 3 to 4 rounds below eye line.
5. Add a straight stitch down from nose point, then one tiny angled stitch to each side for the mouth.

Dress Bodice

The dress is high-waisted with a fitted upper bodice. It must sit smoothly under the neck frill and spread gently into the skirt. Work flat so you can seam the back neatly and dress the bunny after stuffing.

1. Using white, CO 38 sts.
2. Row 1 WS: Purl.
3. Row 2 RS: Knit.
4. Rows 3-8: Continue in stockinette.
5. Row 9 RS: K3, m1R, knit to last 3 sts, m1L, k3. 40 sts.
6. Rows 10-14: Stockinette.
7. Row 15 RS: K4, m1R, knit to last 4 sts, m1L, k4. 42 sts.
8. Rows 16-20: Stockinette.
9. BO loosely.

Sew short back seam, leaving a small opening if you want the garment removable. Otherwise sew directly around torso after fitting.

Neck Frill

The bunny has a large ruffled neckline that covers the chest like a soft flower collar. This part is essential for the exact look.

1. Using white, CO 60 sts.
2. Rows 1-3: K1, p1 rib.
3. Row 4 RS: K1, yo across to end. 120 sts.
4. Row 5 WS: Purl.
5. Row 6 RS: Knit.
6. Row 7 WS: Purl.
7. Row 8 RS: BO loosely knitwise.

Join into a ring with a very neat seam. Gather slightly if needed and tack around neckline so the frill stands softly upward and outward as shown.

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Sleeves With Wrist Ruffles Make 2

1. Using white, CO 28 sts.
2. Rows 1-4: Stockinette.
3. Row 5 RS: K2tog across. 14 sts.
4. Rows 6-20: Stockinette.
5. Row 21 RS: K2, yo, k2tog, knit to end. This makes a tiny eyelet row for optional ribbon tie.
6. Rows 22-24: Stockinette.
7. BO.

Sew each sleeve into a tube. Slide over arm so the wider section becomes the ruffle near the wrist. Tack top edge invisibly around upper arm and shoulder area.

Upper Skirt Panel

The first skirt tier begins just below the waist and falls outward with a broad ruffle at the bottom edge. Floral embroidery is concentrated near the lower portion.

1. Using white, CO 90 sts.
2. Rows 1-20: Stockinette.
3. Row 21 RS: K2, yo across to last st, k1. Increase evenly to about 134 sts.
4. Rows 22-28: Stockinette.
5. Row 29 WS: Purl.
6. Row 30 RS: BO loosely.

Sew into a ring. Gather top edge to fit waist seam of bodice. Attach evenly.

Middle Skirt Tier

1. Using white, CO 110 sts.
2. Rows 1-16: Stockinette.
3. Row 17 RS: Increase evenly across to 154 sts by working K5, m1R repeatedly.
4. Rows 18-24: Stockinette.
5. Row 25 RS: BO loosely.

Sew into a ring, then gather the top edge slightly and attach beneath the first tier, overlapping upward by about 1/2 inch / 1.25 cm.

Lower Skirt Tier

1. Using white, CO 130 sts.
2. Rows 1-14: Stockinette.
3. Row 15 RS: Increase evenly across to 182 sts.
4. Rows 16-22: Stockinette.
5. Row 23 RS: BO loosely.

Sew into a ring and attach under the middle tier. Let this final tier peek from underneath with the fullest ruffle so the silhouette matches the image.

Extra Hem Frill

A tiny underskirt edge peeks below the lowest tier in the image. This small detail improves the accuracy of the finished bunny.

1. Using white, CO 90 sts.
2. Rows 1-2: Stockinette.
3. Row 3 RS: K1, yo across. About 179 sts.
4. Rows 4-6: Stockinette.
5. BO very loosely.

Attach behind the bottom edge of the lowest tier so only a narrow frill shows.

Floral Embroidery Placement on Dress

The image shows small floral clusters rather than all-over dense decoration. Keep the embroidery balanced and airy. Concentrate clusters on the bodice center, sleeve outer edges, and across the skirt tiers in soft diagonal groupings.

• Center neck frill: 1 small pink flower with green leaves
• Right waist area: 1 cluster of pink and blue flowers
• Upper skirt front left: 1 larger bouquet cluster
• Upper skirt front right: 1 medium bouquet cluster
• Middle and lower ruffles: scatter tiny single blossoms in pink, lavender, and yellow
• Sleeves: 1 small floral cluster on outer upper arm of each sleeve

Use duplicate stitch, French-knot style wrapped embroidery, or tiny knitted flowers. Keep each flower no larger than 1/2 inch / 1.25 cm across.

Tiny Knitted Flowers

Make as many as needed in pink, lavender, blue, yellow, and peach.

1. CO 12 sts in chosen flower color.
2. Row 1 WS: Purl.
3. Row 2 RS: Kfb across. 24 sts.
4. Row 3 WS: Purl.
5. BO.
6. Roll strip into a flat rosette and sew through base securely.

For smaller flowers, CO 8 sts and work the same method. Add leaf stitches with green yarn underneath.

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Hat Crown

The hat is a shallow cloche-meets-boater style with a soft round crown and medium brim. The brim curves slightly downward. A ribbon and flower cluster decorate one side.

1. Using white and DPNs, CO 8 sts. Join.
2. Rnd 1: Kfb around. 16 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Knit.
4. Rnd 3: K1, m1R around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Knit.
6. Rnd 5: K2, m1R around. 32 sts.
7. Rnd 6: Knit.
8. Rnd 7: K3, m1R around. 40 sts.
9. Rnd 8: Knit.
10. Rnd 9: K4, m1R around. 48 sts.
11. Rnds 10-18: Knit 9 rounds.

Hat Brim

1. Rnd 19: K5, m1R around. 56 sts.
2. Rnd 20: Knit.
3. Rnd 21: K6, m1R around. 64 sts.
4. Rnd 22: Knit.
5. Rnd 23: K7, m1R around. 72 sts.
6. Rnd 24: Knit.
7. Rnd 25: K8, m1R around. 80 sts.
8. Rnds 26-29: Knit 4 rounds.
9. BO loosely.

Steam lightly over a towel and shape by hand. For a firmer brim, thread very thin wire through the final round before closing the edge seam area.

Hat Band and Floral Trim

1. Using white, CO 54 sts.
2. Rows 1-4: Stockinette.
3. BO.

Wrap around base of crown and sew neatly. Add a narrow ribbon over the band.

Make 5 to 7 tiny flowers in pastel shades and sew into a cluster on one side of the hat. Add 2 or 3 tiny green leaf stitches and a small trailing ribbon bow.

Handbag

The handbag is a soft white knitted purse with embroidered flowers and two short handles.

1. CO 24 sts in white.
2. Rows 1-18: Stockinette.
3. BO.
4. Fold piece in half with RS out, making a rectangle 12 sts wide and 18 rows tall per side.
5. Sew side seams.

Bag Base Gusset Optional

If you want more depth, CO 6 sts and knit 20 rows, then sew around base and sides before closing.

Handles Make 2

1. CO 3 sts.
2. Work i-cord for 16 rows.
3. BO.

Sew handles to inside top edge. Embroider one medium floral cluster on bag front using pink, blue, yellow, and green.

Shoes Make 2

The shoes are simple white slip-on shoes with a rounded toe and soft opening.

1. Using white, CO 8 sts.
2. Row 1 WS: Purl.
3. Row 2 RS: Kfb each st. 16 sts.
4. Rows 3-8: Stockinette.
5. Row 9 RS: K6, k2tog 2 times, k6. 14 sts.
6. Row 10 WS: Purl.
7. Row 11 RS: K5, k2tog 2 times, k5. 12 sts.
8. Rows 12-18: Stockinette.
9. Pick up stitches around opening if desired and work 1 round knit for a neat edge.
10. Sew sole and heel seam carefully. Lightly shape toe with minimal stuffing or felt insert.

Add one tiny flower to the outer side of each shoe.

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Bouquet Accessory

The bouquet in the image looks like a wrapped floral bundle with a pale handle and white gathered top.

1. Using cream or pale beige, CO 3 sts.
2. Work i-cord for 14 rows. This forms the handle.
3. Break yarn.
4. Using white, pick up 12 sts along one end of i-cord.
5. Row 1 WS: Purl.
6. Row 2 RS: Kfb across. 24 sts.
7. Rows 3-8: Stockinette.
8. Thread yarn through live sts, gather tightly around a tiny bit of stuffing.
9. Wrap lower portion with white yarn to form bouquet ties.
10. Sew 3 to 5 tiny flowers near the gathered top and add green leaf stitches.

Small Ribbon Details

The bunny in the image has delicate ribbon accents that soften the whole composition.

• Neck ribbon: tie a narrow ivory satin bow under the chin over the neck frill
• Hat ribbon: add a side bow trailing lightly downward
• Optional sleeve ties: thread very narrow ribbon through eyelet row and tie tiny bows

How to Arrange the Dress Layers Exactly Like the Image

The image shows a dress that is full without being stiff. The top skirt layer falls in a bell shape. The middle and lower tiers sit beneath it in soft cascades, each one peeking out clearly. To get that look, avoid compressing the tiers flat against the body.

• Lightly steam each skirt piece before assembly.
• Gather only the top edges, not the lower ruffle edges.
• Stitch tiers so they overlap by about 1/2 inch / 1.25 cm.
• After dressing the bunny, finger-fluff each ruffle outward.
• Place the largest floral clusters mainly on the upper visible sections, not hidden deep under folds.

How to Place the Accessories for the Most Accurate Look

• Set the hat slightly forward on the head, not centered too far back.
• Let the ears fall under the brim on both sides of the face.
• Place handbag at the bunny’s right side, hanging from the forearm or paw.
• Set shoes beside the bunny rather than forcing them onto the feet if display accuracy matters more than wearability.
• Lay the bouquet in front, slightly angled, with the flowers facing upward.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew the arms to the upper torso slightly below the neck, angled downward so the pose feels gentle and natural. Sew the ears to the upper sides of the head, then fold them downward before placing the hat. Dress the bunny fully before attaching any permanent floral placement on the bodice or skirt.

Check the face from the front. The eyes should be tiny, even, and calm. The nose should sit low enough to create soft cheek space above it. If needed, add one extra tightening stitch through the muzzle to improve symmetry before closing all threads.

Care Notes

Display indoors away from heavy moisture and direct sunlight. This bunny is best treated as a decorative knitted doll rather than a rough-play toy because of the floral trims, ribbon details, and removable accessories.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Both ears attached evenly and hanging at the same angle
• Head centered over neck with no wobble
• Dress tiers layered in three visible levels
• Neck frill spread evenly around the front
• Hat trimmed with pastel flowers on one side
• Handbag embroidered and handles secure
• Shoes matched in size and shape
• Facial embroidery centered and gentle

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Dust lightly with a soft dry brush. For small marks, spot clean gently with cool water and a tiny amount of mild wool-safe soap. Do not soak if the bunny has embroidered flowers, ribbons, or wired hat support. Blot with a towel and air dry fully while reshaping the dress, ears, and hat brim by hand.

For long-term storage, wrap the bunny in acid-free tissue and keep it in a breathable box. Avoid plastic bags for extended periods. Store accessories separately if needed so the dress ruffles and hat flowers do not become crushed.