Crochet Tutorial: Twilight Lavender Gala Bunny – Free Crochet Pattern

This elegant bunny doll is designed as a collectible amigurumi centerpiece with a romantic lavender gala theme, a wide-brim hat, layered lace-inspired skirt, floral trims, a small handbag, and delicate Mary Jane shoes. It is perfect for shoppers searching for a handmade bunny doll, cottagecore nursery decor, spring amigurumi gift, or heirloom crochet bunny pattern.

The finished design has a graceful silhouette and a polished boutique look while still being approachable for patient makers. If you love artisan plush toys, handcrafted rabbit dolls, floral crochet decor, soft pastel amigurumi, or handmade Easter bunny keepsakes, this charming project is a beautiful piece to crochet, display, gift, or sell as a finished item.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern recreates the bunny exactly in the image: a standing rabbit doll with a rounded head, long soft ears, a slim body, lightly tapered limbs, a lavender gown with a fitted bodice, layered overskirt panels, a white lace-look underskirt, a large lavender hat with roses, a small ruffled handbag, and matching lavender shoes.

The style depends on neat stitch tension, careful shaping, and decorative layering. The body is made first, then the clothing and accessories are added. Many details are sewn on separately so the final result keeps the same crisp, dressed-up appearance seen in the picture.

Materials

• Main bunny color: light cream or warm ivory cotton yarn, sport or light DK weight
• Lavender A: pale lavender cotton yarn for hat, dress, shoes, bag, and flowers
• Lavender B: slightly deeper violet-lavender for roses, center flower, bow accents, and trim
• White: soft white cotton yarn for underskirt lace panels and edging
• Green: muted sage green for small leaves
• Pink or dusty rose embroidery thread: for nose
• Brown or black embroidery thread: for brows and optional facial details
• Black safety eyes: 8 mm to 10 mm
• Crochet hook: 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm, choose size that gives tight fabric
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
• Floral wire or thin millinery wire: optional, to support hat brim
• Cardboard or plastic circle: optional insert for hat top stability
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Sewing pins or clips
• Fabric glue: optional for tiny floral placement only

Finished Size

Using sport or light DK yarn and a 2.25 mm hook, the bunny doll measures about 11.5 to 13 inches tall from feet to top of head, not including the hat brim. With the hat on, overall height is about 14 to 15 inches depending on yarn thickness and stuffing density.

Gauge and Construction Notes

• Gauge: exact gauge is less important than tight, smooth fabric with no stuffing visible
• Work the body parts in continuous rounds unless noted otherwise
• Use invisible decreases for a cleaner finish
• Stuff gradually and firmly, but do not overstuff the face
• The dress is partly built onto the body and partly added as separate decorative layers
• The lace-look white skirt uses shell and fan-style rounds to imitate the openwork appearance in the image
• Read the entire pattern before beginning the floral embellishments

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
• tr = treble crochet
• FLO = front loop only
• BLO = back loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• rep = repeat

Color Placement Summary

• Head, ears, arms, legs, and visible body base are worked in cream
• Skirt foundation, overskirt, bodice, hat, shoes, bag, and decorative trim are worked in lavender
• Underskirt lace sections and selected ruffle edging are worked in white
• Flowers are worked in deeper lavender with tiny green leaves

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Head

Work in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6. (42)
8. Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6. (54)
10. Rnd 10: (8 sc, inc) x 6. (60)
11. Rnd 11: (9 sc, inc) x 6. (66)
12. Rnds 12-24: sc around. (66)

Insert eyes between Rnds 17 and 18 with 11 visible stitches between them. Because the bunny has a gentle, centered face, place the eyes slightly lower than on a classic amigurumi animal. This gives the sweet doll-like expression shown in the image.

13. Rnd 25: (9 sc, dec) x 6. (60)
14. Rnd 26: (8 sc, dec) x 6. (54)
15. Rnd 27: (7 sc, dec) x 6. (48)
16. Rnd 28: (6 sc, dec) x 6. (42)
17. Rnd 29: (5 sc, dec) x 6. (36)
18. Rnd 30: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)

Stuff the head firmly, shaping the cheeks smooth and rounded.

19. Rnd 31: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
20. Rnd 32: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)

Finish stuffing. Leave a long tail for sewing the head to the neck opening later if you prefer to keep it separate. If making a no-sew join, keep the head open and align it with the neck after the body is finished.

Muzzle Shaping and Face

Embroider a small triangular nose in dusty pink centered between the eyes, with the top point aligned around Rnd 19 and the bottom point ending around Rnd 20. Add a short vertical line below the nose, about 2 stitches long.

For the brows, use brown or dark taupe thread and place a soft curved stitch above each eye. The image shows gentle, slightly lifted brows rather than dramatic expression lines, so keep them minimal and fine.

Ears Make 2

Work in cream. The ears are long, flat, and softly drooping. They should reach from the side of the hat brim to near the waist when attached.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Rnds 7-10: sc around. (36)
8. Rnd 11: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
9. Rnd 12: sc around. (30)
10. Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
11. Rnds 14-24: sc around. (24)
12. Rnd 25: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
13. Rnds 26-34: sc around. (18)
14. Flatten top opening and sc through both layers across 8 sts

Do not stuff the ears. Lightly steam or finger-shape them flat if needed. Leave a long tail for sewing. Attach each ear to the head between Rnds 8 and 11, about 7 stitches away from the eye line on each side. Angle them downward so they fall vertically, tucked under the hat.

Legs Make 2

Begin in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: BLO sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 6: sc around. (24)
7. Rnd 7: 6 sc, 6 dec, 6 sc. (18)
8. Rnd 8: 5 sc, 4 dec, 5 sc. (14)
9. Rnd 9: sc around. (14)
10. Rnd 10: 4 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc, 2 sc. (16)
11. Rnd 11: sc around. (16)
12. Rnd 12: 5 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 2 sc. (18)
13. Rnds 13-24: sc around. (18)

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Stuff the foot firmly and the leg moderately. Flatten the top slightly. Fasten off first leg. On second leg, do not fasten off.

Joining Legs and Lower Body

1. Ch 4 from second leg and join to first leg.
2. Rnd 1 of body: 18 sc around first leg, 4 sc across chain, 18 sc around second leg, 4 sc on opposite side of chain. (44)
3. Rnd 2: sc around. (44)
4. Rnd 3: (10 sc, inc) x 4. (48)
5. Rnd 4: sc around. (48)
6. Rnd 5: (7 sc, dec) x 6. (42)
7. Rnd 6: sc around. (42)
8. Rnd 7: (5 sc, dec) x 6. (36)
9. Rnd 8: sc around. (36)

This creates a narrow waist and soft hip line under the dress. Stuff the pelvis firmly enough for standing balance, but avoid a bulky seat because the gown should sit smoothly.

Torso and Neck

1. Rnd 9: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
2. Rnd 10: sc around. (30)
3. Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
4. Rnd 12: sc around. (24)
5. Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
6. Rnd 14: sc around. (18)
7. Rnd 15: BLO sc around. (18)
8. Rnd 16: sc around. (18)
9. Rnd 17: (sc, inc) x 9. (27)
10. Rnd 18: sc around. (27)
11. Rnd 19: (2 sc, inc) x 9. (36)
12. Rnd 20: sc around. (36)
13. Rnd 21: (4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
14. Rnd 22: sc around. (30)
15. Rnd 23: (3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
16. Rnd 24: sc around. (24)
17. Rnd 25: (2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
18. Rnd 26-28: sc around. (18)

Rounds 15 through 24 form the upper torso under the fitted bodice. The neck remains slim. Stuff the torso firmly. Insert a short dowel or rolled plastic support into the body and neck if you want extra stability under the large hat.

Arms Make 2

Work in cream.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 3. (9)
3. Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x 3. (12)
4. Rnd 4-6: sc around. (12)
5. Rnd 7: (2 sc, dec) x 3. (9)
6. Rnd 8-19: sc around. (9)
7. Rnd 20: flatten and sc through both layers across 4 sts

Stuff only the lower half lightly so the arms hang softly. Sew arms to the body at the shoulder line, slightly below the neck and angled downward. The image shows relaxed arms, not lifted arms.

Head and Body Assembly

Sew the head securely to the neck. Make sure the face is centered between the legs. Add extra stuffing to the neck area before closing if needed. The finished silhouette should show a large rounded head, slim torso, and narrow shoulders under the dress neckline.

Basic Dress Foundation

Join Lavender A to the BLO round left at torso Rnd 15.

1. Rnd 1: FLO facing outward, sc around. (18)
2. Rnd 2: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
3. Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
4. Rnd 4: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
5. Rnd 5: (5 sc, inc) x 6. (42)
6. Rnd 6: (6 sc, inc) x 6. (48)
7. Rnd 7: (7 sc, inc) x 6. (54)
8. Rnd 8: (8 sc, inc) x 6. (60)
9. Rnd 9: (9 sc, inc) x 6. (66)
10. Rnd 10: sc around. (66)

This section forms the hidden inner upper skirt support. Do not make it too long. It acts like a base for the visible underskirt and overskirt pieces.

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White Lace Underskirt

Join white to the last round of the skirt foundation.

1. Rnd 1: (9 sc, inc) x 6. (72)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (72)
3. Rnd 3: (5 sc, inc) x 12. (84)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (84)
5. Rnd 5: (6 sc, inc) x 12. (96)

Now begin the lace-look shell rounds. Join each round with sl st and begin with ch 1 or ch 3 as needed.

6. Rnd 6: (sc in next st, ch 3, skip 1) around. End with 48 ch-3 spaces.
7. Rnd 7: In each ch-3 space work (sc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, sc). This creates pointed fan motifs.
8. Rnd 8: sl st to center of next fan, ch 1, work 5 sc in each ch-3 peak space around.
9. Rnd 9: (skip 1, 6 dc in next st, skip 1, sc in next st) around to make a shell edge.

The white underskirt should remain visible below the lavender overskirt, with a soft, airy lace impression. Shape it gently with your fingers so it flares evenly all around.

Lavender Overskirt Panels

The image shows a layered draped overskirt rather than a single plain round skirt. Make 3 large curved front-and-side panels in Lavender A and edge them with white and deeper lavender trim.

Panel Base Make 3

1. Ch 26.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (25)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, inc, sc 23, inc. (27)
4. Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across. (27)
5. Row 4: ch 1, turn, inc, sc 25, inc. (29)
6. Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc across. (29)
7. Row 6: ch 1, turn, inc, sc 27, inc. (31)
8. Row 7: ch 1, turn, sc across. (31)
9. Row 8: ch 1, turn, inc, sc 29, inc. (33)
10. Rows 9-14: repeat straight sc rows. (33)

Fasten off. Steam lightly if needed. These panels should be gently curved over the skirt, not stiff rectangles.

White Edge on Each Panel

Join white along the lower curved edge of one panel.

1. Work 1 sc in each row end and each stitch evenly across the outer lower edge.
2. Next round edging: (skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1, sc in next st) across for a shell trim.

Lavender Ruffle Above White Edge

Join Lavender B one row above the white shell edge.

1. Work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in every 3rd stitch across the lower section to create a raised ruffle band.

Sew the 3 panels to the skirt front and sides, slightly overlapping, leaving the center front open enough so the white underskirt still shows clearly. The image shows the panels sitting high at the waist and draping down toward the middle.

Lower Lavender Scallop Layer

For the lavender scalloped band seen below the main overskirt, join Lavender A to a lower inner skirt round behind the panels.

1. Foundation round: sc evenly around 90 sts.
2. Next round: (skip 2, 7 dc in next st, skip 2, sc in next st) around.
3. Final trim round: in each shell center work (sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc).

This creates the broad lower lavender scallops seen above the final white edge.

Final White Hem Ruffle

Join white behind the lavender scallop layer.

1. Round 1: inc evenly around to about 108 sts.
2. Round 2: (2 dc in each of next 2 sts, sc in next st) around.
3. Round 3: optional, sl st loosely around for a neat finish.

The hem should peek out under the lavender layer without overpowering it.

Bodice

The bodice is fitted, square-ish at the front, and decorated with white trim and a center laced panel.

Front Bodice Panel

Work in Lavender A.

1. Ch 15.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across. (14)
3. Rows 2-7: ch 1, turn, sc across. (14)
4. Row 8: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 10, dec. (12)
5. Rows 9-10: sc across. (12)

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Fasten off. Sew to the upper torso front with the lower edge at the waistline.

Back Bodice Straps

1. Ch 24, sc in second ch from hook and back. (23)
2. Make 2 straps.

Sew one strap from each upper front corner over the shoulders to the back. Cross or angle them slightly inward if needed so the neckline sits neatly. The image shows small shoulder coverage, almost cap-sleeve like, with a floral trim at the neckline.

White Bodice Trim

Using white, surface crochet or sew narrow lines around the front bodice edges and neckline. Add two parallel vertical white lines down the front bodice panel.

Laced Front Detail

Use Lavender B or a matching satin-like yarn strand.

1. Embroider 4 crossed laces between the two white front lines.
2. Add a small horizontal lavender bow at the lower front waist.

Shoulder Frills

Join Lavender A at the top of each strap edge.

1. Work 2 sc in each stitch across the outer shoulder section.
2. Next row: (hdc, dc) in each stitch for a soft ruffled cap effect.

These frills should be modest and upright, matching the delicate shoulder trim visible in the image.

Center Chest Flower

Make 1 flower in Lavender B.

1. In MR work: (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) x 5.
2. Pull tight and fasten off.

Add a tiny bead-like knot or French knot in the center if desired. Sew at the upper middle bodice.

Roses Make 9 to 12

The dress, hat, and bag all feature small lavender roses. Make several so you can place them exactly like the image.

1. Ch 21.
2. Row 1: starting in second ch from hook, work (sc, hdc, 2 dc) in next 5 sts, then (2 dc, 3 dc, 2 dc) in next 5 sts, then (2 dc, hdc, sc) in remaining sts as space allows.
3. Roll strip tightly from the smaller end to the larger end.
4. Sew base securely.

Make small versions on ch 13 and medium versions on ch 17 to vary the look naturally.

Leaves Make 12 to 20

Using green:

1. Ch 5.
2. Sl st in second ch, sc in next, hdc in next, sl st in last.
3. Work on opposite side of chain: hdc, sc, sl st.

Fasten off with a tail for sewing. Place leaves under selected roses.

Shoes Make 2

Start in Lavender A.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, work opposite side: sc 4, 2 sc in last. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, inc x 3, sc 4, inc x 2. (20)
4. Rnd 3: BLO sc around. (20)
5. Rnd 4: sc around. (20)
6. Rnd 5: 6 sc, 4 dec, 6 sc. (16)
7. Rnd 6: sc around. (16)

Change to white.

7. Rnd 7: sc around. (16)

Change back to Lavender A.

8. Rnd 8: sc around. (16)
9. Rnd 9: sl st around for a clean top edge.

Make a strap by chaining 8 and sewing across the top opening. Add a tiny flower or knot at the outer side of each shoe. Sew or glue shoes onto the feet if you want them fixed in place.

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Wide-Brim Hat

The hat is a major feature of the design. It has a round crown and a broad, gently downward curved brim.

Work in Lavender A.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6. (36)
7. Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6. (42)
8. Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) x 6. (54)
10. Rnd 10: (8 sc, inc) x 6. (60)
11. Rnds 11-16: sc around. (60)
12. Rnd 17: BLO sc around. (60)
13. Rnd 18: (9 sc, inc) x 6. (66)
14. Rnd 19: (10 sc, inc) x 6. (72)
15. Rnd 20: (11 sc, inc) x 6. (78)
16. Rnd 21: (12 sc, inc) x 6. (84)
17. Rnd 22: (13 sc, inc) x 6. (90)
18. Rnd 23: (14 sc, inc) x 6. (96)
19. Rnd 24: sc around. (96)
20. Rnd 25: (15 sc, inc) x 6. (102)
21. Rnd 26: sc around. (102)

For a wider brim, add one more increase round to 108 sts. If desired, insert a thin wire into the final round and crochet over it. This helps the brim hold the elegant curved shape from the picture.

Add 3 medium roses and 2 or 3 leaves to one side of the hat band area. Place them off-center, not directly front middle.

Handbag

Work main bag in Lavender A.

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: sc in second ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch, opposite side sc 6, 2 sc in last. (18)
3. Rnd 2: inc, sc 6, inc x 3, sc 6, inc x 2. (24)
4. Rnd 3: BLO sc around. (24)
5. Rnd 4-8: sc around. (24)
6. Rnd 9: (3 sc, inc) x 6. (30)
7. Rnd 10: sc around. (30)

Flatten the bag slightly into an oval basket shape. Add a white ruffle trim around the upper edge:

1. Join white to upper edge.
2. Work 2 dc in each stitch around.
3. Next round: (sc, 2 dc, sc) in every other stitch.

Make handle:

1. Ch 28.
2. Sl st back across or sc back across for a firmer strap.
3. Sew both ends to the bag sides.

Add one small lavender rose to the front of the bag.

Optional Mini Accessories Seen in the Image

If you want the full display scene, you can also crochet miniature props like the teapot, cup, picnic basket, lavender bouquet, and squirrel. These are optional scene accessories and not required for the main Twilight Lavender Gala Bunny doll.

Dress Embellishment Placement

• Sew 1 flower at center chest
• Sew 1 bow at front waist
• Sew 3 roses across the overskirt front edge
• Sew 2 to 4 roses around the lower skirt tiers
• Sew 1 rose on the handbag
• Sew 3 roses on the hat brim band
• Add small green leaves beneath selected flowers

Try not to place flowers in perfectly even spacing. The image has a styled handmade look, with balanced but natural placement.

Skirt Layering Order

1. Inner lavender skirt foundation
2. White lace underskirt
3. Lower lavender scallop layer
4. White hem ruffle
5. Three upper lavender overskirt panels with white edging
6. Decorative roses added last

This order is important because it creates depth. The bunny in the image does not wear a flat dress. The skirt has a dimensional, boutique finish with visible shadow lines between tiers.

Balancing the Doll

If you want the bunny to stand like the one in the image, keep the feet flat and well stuffed. Add a little weight pellets inside each foot before final stuffing if desired. A hidden plastic base inside the skirt can also help, but use it only if needed.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Sew head to body securely and check that it faces straight forward
• Attach ears so they fall softly beneath the hat
• Sew arms low and relaxed at the sides
• Add shoes, then dress layers, then bodice trim, then flowers
• Place the hat slightly tilted and anchor with a few hidden stitches
• Embroider the nose neatly and keep the mouth area minimal for a sweet expression

Care Notes

• Display indoors away from direct sunlight
• Do not hang the doll by the hat or ears
• Store flat or upright in a dust-free space
• Handle floral trims and lace edges gently

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Eyes evenly placed and centered
• Head firmly attached with no wobble
• Ears matched in length and angle
• Dress layers evenly distributed all around
• White underskirt visible below lavender overskirt
• Hat brim shaped smoothly
• Flowers securely sewn
• Bag handle firmly attached

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

• Spot clean with a barely damp cloth and mild soap
• Do not machine wash if the hat contains wire or inserts
• Reshape skirt, brim, and ears while damp if needed
• Air dry fully on a towel away from heat
• For long-term preservation, wrap in acid-free tissue and store in a breathable box

Pattern Closing Notes

This Twilight Lavender Gala Bunny is all about proportion, layering, and refined finishing. Take your time with the floral placement and skirt arrangement, because those details are what bring the design closest to the image. Once assembled, the result is a graceful bunny doll with a polished lavender garden-party look.

If you keep your stitches tight, shape each piece carefully, and follow the layering order exactly, you will achieve the same sweet face, long draped ears, structured hat, fitted bodice, and cascading floral skirt that make this bunny so distinctive and charming.