Welcome to the charming and nostalgic world of the Dainty Daisy Postcard Bunny. This project is a celebration of the lost art of letter writing and the joy of receiving handwritten notes. If you have been searching for a project that allows you to buy beautiful matte cotton yarns and utilize your collection of fine crochet hooks, this design is the perfect canvas for your creativity. The combination of sunny yellow hues and intricate miniature accessories makes this bunny a standout piece in any collection.
Creating a doll with such a rich narrative—a bunny ready to deliver a heartfelt message—is a delightful journey. When you purchase your materials, we recommend selecting high-quality cotton yarns to achieve the clean, defined stitches seen in the reference image. From the tiny pencil to the floral strap of her satchel, every stitch is an opportunity to practice precision and patience. We hope you enjoy bringing this sweet messenger to life.
Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.
Chapter 1: The Stationer’s Collection – Materials and Tools
To recreate the Dainty Daisy Postcard Bunny exactly as she appears, paying attention to color and texture is essential. The palette is bright and cheerful, featuring lemon yellows, crisp whites, and warm creams.
Yarn Selection Guide
We strongly recommend using a Sport Weight (Category 2) or DK Weight (Category 3) mercerized cotton yarn. Cotton provides the stitch definition needed for the miniature accessories like the pencil and the chick.
- Cream/Oatmeal (approx. 100g): For the bunny’s head, ears, hands, and legs. Choose a warm, natural tone that mimics vintage paper.
- Lemon Yellow (approx. 60g): For the dress, the bucket hat, the bag, and the chick.
- Bright White (approx. 40g): For the shoes, the daisy petals, the cardigan, and the postcard.
- Beige/Tan (approx. 10g): For the postcard border and the pencil wood.
- Orange (Scrap): For the chick’s beak.
- Pink (Scrap): For the pencil eraser and cheek blush.
- Graphite Grey (Scrap): For the pencil tip.
The Artisan’s Toolkit
- Crochet Hooks:
- 2.25mm (US B/1): For the bunny body, chick, and pencil to ensure tight stitches.
- 2.75mm (US C/2): For the clothing (dress and cardigan) to provide drape.
- Safety Eyes: 10mm black eyes for the bunny; 5mm eyes for the chick.
- Embroidery Needles: A sharp needle for the postcard details and a blunt tapestry needle for assembly.
- Fiberfill: High-quality polyester stuffing that clumps well.
- Stiffener: A small piece of plastic canvas or cardboard for the postcard and bag to keep them flat.
Chapter 2: Technical Stitch Glossary
Familiarize yourself with these terms to ensure a smooth crafting experience.
- MR (Magic Ring): Creates a tight, hole-free center for rounds.
- sc (Single Crochet): The primary stitch for the amigurumi.
- inc (Increase): Work 2 sc in the same stitch.
- dec (Invisible Decrease): Insert hook in FLO of next 2 sts, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through remaining 2.
- hdc (Half Double Crochet): Used for height transitions.
- dc (Double Crochet): Used in the skirt and daisy petals.
- BLO (Back Loops Only): Work only in the loop furthest from you.
- FLO (Front Loops Only): Work only in the loop closest to you.
- Popcorn Stitch: Used for the daisy centers on the bag strap.
- sl st (Slip Stitch): To join rounds.
Chapter 3: Sculpting the Bunny
We begin by constructing the bunny itself. The body is worked from the feet up for stability, while the head is made separately to allow for a sturdy neck connection.
Legs (Make 2)
Round 1: Start with White (Socks/Shoes base). Create a Magic Ring. Work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
Round 2: Work inc in every stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3: Work *1 sc, inc* around. (18 sts)
Round 4: Work *2 sc, inc* around. (24 sts)
Round 5: Work in BLO. Sc around. This creates the sole of the foot. (24 sts)
Rounds 6–8: Sc around. (24 sts)
Round 9 (Foot Shaping): Work 8 sc, then 4 dec, then 8 sc. (20 sts)
Round 10: Work 8 sc, 2 dec, 8 sc. (18 sts)
Round 11: Change to Cream yarn. Work in BLO. Sc around. (18 sts). (We will add the shoe strap later).
Rounds 12–22: Sc around in Cream. Stuff the foot firmly and the leg moderately. (18 sts)
Action: Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg. We will join them.
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The Body
Round 23 (Union): From the second leg, chain 3. Join to the first leg with a sc. Sc around the remaining 17 stitches of the first leg. Sc into each of the 3 chains. Sc around the 18 stitches of the second leg. Sc into the other side of the 3 chains. (42 sts)
Round 24: Work *6 sc, inc* around. (48 sts)
Round 25: Work *7 sc, inc* around. (54 sts)
Rounds 26–32: Sc around. This forms the hips. (54 sts)
Round 33: Work *7 sc, dec* around. (48 sts)
Rounds 34–36: Sc around. (48 sts)
Round 37: Work *6 sc, dec* around. (42 sts)
Rounds 38–40: Sc around. (42 sts)
Round 41: Work *5 sc, dec* around. (36 sts)
Rounds 42–44: Sc around. (36 sts)
Round 45: Work *4 sc, dec* around. (30 sts)
Rounds 46–47: Sc around. (30 sts)
Round 48: Work *3 sc, dec* around. (24 sts)
Round 49: Work *2 sc, dec* around. (18 sts)
Fasten off. Stuff the body firmly, especially the neck area.
The Head
Round 1: With Cream yarn, MR, 6 sc. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each st. (12 sts)
Round 3: *1 sc, inc* around. (18 sts)
Round 4: *2 sc, inc* around. (24 sts)
Round 5: *3 sc, inc* around. (30 sts)
Round 6: *4 sc, inc* around. (36 sts)
Round 7: *5 sc, inc* around. (42 sts)
Round 8: *6 sc, inc* around. (48 sts)
Round 9: *7 sc, inc* around. (54 sts)
Round 10: *8 sc, inc* around. (60 sts)
Rounds 11–22: Sc around. (60 sts)
Round 23: *8 sc, dec* around. (54 sts)
Insert Safety Eyes: Place 10mm eyes between Rounds 18 and 19, spaced 12 stitches apart.
Round 24: *7 sc, dec* around. (48 sts)
Round 25: *6 sc, dec* around. (42 sts)
Round 26: *5 sc, dec* around. (36 sts)
Round 27: *4 sc, dec* around. (30 sts)
Round 28: *3 sc, dec* around. (24 sts)
Round 29: *2 sc, dec* around. (18 sts)
Fasten off. Stuff firmly.
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The Lop Ears (Make 2)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc.
Round 2: Inc around. (12 sts)
Round 3: *1 sc, inc* around. (18 sts)
Round 4: *2 sc, inc* around. (24 sts)
Rounds 5–10: Sc around. (24 sts)
Round 11: *10 sc, dec* twice. (22 sts)
Rounds 12–15: Sc around. (22 sts)
Round 16: *9 sc, dec* twice. (20 sts)
Rounds 17–25: Sc around. (20 sts)
Round 26: *8 sc, dec* twice. (18 sts)
Rounds 27–32: Sc around. (18 sts)
Round 33: *7 sc, dec* twice. (16 sts)
Round 34: *6 sc, dec* twice. (14 sts)
Flatten and sew closed. Do not stuff.
Arms (Make 2)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc.
Round 2: Inc around. (12 sts)
Rounds 3–18: Sc around. Flatten and sew closed.
Chapter 4: The Sunny Day Wardrobe
The outfit consists of a textured yellow dress, a cream cardigan, and a bucket hat.
The Yellow Dress
Use Lemon Yellow yarn and 2.75mm hook. Worked from neck down.
Row 1: Ch 25. Sc in 2nd ch and across. (24 sts)
Row 2: *2 sc, inc* across. (32 sts)
Row 3: Sc across.
Row 4 (Armholes): 5 sc, ch 6 (skip 6), 10 sc, ch 6 (skip 6), 5 sc.
Row 5: Sc across all sts and chains. (32 sts)
Rows 6–10: Sc across. Join to form a circle at the back.
Skirt Section:
Round 11: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc inc* around. Join. (42 sts)
Round 12: Ch 2, *3 dc, dc inc* around. Join. (52 sts)
Rounds 13–19: Dc around. (52 sts)
Round 20 (Scalloped Hem): *Skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next* around. Fasten off.
The Cream Cardigan
Use Bright White/Cream yarn. Worked flat.
Row 1: Ch 30. Sc in 2nd ch and across. (29 sts)
Row 2: Sc across.
Row 3 (Armholes): 5 sc, ch 7 (skip 5), 9 sc, ch 7 (skip 5), 5 sc.
Row 4: Sc across all sts and chains.
Rows 5–10: Sc across.
Rows 11-12: Ch 2, dc across. This gives the cardigan a bit of length and texture. Fasten off.
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The Bucket Hat
Round 1: With Yellow. MR, 6 sc.
Round 2: Inc around. (12 sts)
Round 3: *1 sc, inc* around. (18 sts)
Round 4: *2 sc, inc* around. (24 sts)
Round 5: *3 sc, inc* around. (30 sts)
Round 6: *4 sc, inc* around. (36 sts)
Round 7: *5 sc, inc* around. (42 sts)
Round 8: BLO sc around. (42 sts)
Rounds 9–11: Sc around.
Round 12 (Brim): FLO *2 sc, inc* around. (56 sts)
Round 13: *3 sc, inc* around. (70 sts)
Round 14: Sc around. Fasten off.
Decoration: Crochet a large white daisy (White petals, Yellow center) and sew to the side of the hat.
Shoe Straps
Reattach White yarn to the front of the shoe at the color change line. Ch 6, attach to the other side. Sew a tiny daisy (Yellow MR, White picots) to the strap button area.
Chapter 5: The Postcard Accessories
These detailed miniatures tell the story.
The Daisy Bag
Body: With Yellow. Ch 11. Sc for 15 rows. Fold bottom up to create pocket. Sew sides.
Flap: Continue from back top edge. Dec at corners to round off.
Daisy Applique: Make a large daisy and sew to the flap.
Floral Strap: This is a chain of flowers.
1. With White. Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch (ring).
2. *Ch 3, dc in ring, ch 3, sl st in ring* x 5 times. (One flower made).
3. Ch 10 (spacing).
4. Repeat flower steps.
Make enough length to go over the bunny’s shoulder.
The Postcard
Base: With Beige/Tan. Ch 16. Sc in 2nd ch and across. Work in rows for 10 rows to make a rectangle.
Writing Surface: With White. Ch 14. Sc in 2nd ch and across. Work for 8 rows. Sew onto the Beige base.
Embroidery: Use Grey yarn to stitch “text” lines. Use Green and Yellow to embroider a “stamp” in the corner.
The Pencil
Eraser: With Pink. MR 4 sc.
Body: Change to Yellow. Sc around for 6 rounds.
Wood: Change to Beige. *1 sc, dec* around. (3 sts).
Lead: Change to Graphite Grey. Sc 1 round. Fasten off. Stuff lightly.
The Chick Companion
Head/Body: With Yellow. MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Sc 2 rounds. Dec to 10 (neck). Inc to 14 (body). Sc 3 rounds. Dec to 7. Close.
Wings: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch. Sew to sides.
Beak: Orange yarn. Ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch. Sew to face.
Accessory: Sew a tiny white daisy to the chick’s wing.
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Chapter 6: Final Assembly and Sculpting
Precision in assembly brings the character to life.
Step 1: Head and Body Union
Pin the head to the body. Using the cream yarn tail, whipstitch around the neck twice. Ensure the head is firm and does not wobble. If needed, insert a neck stabilizer (rolled felt).
Step 2: Ear Placement
Position the ears on the sides of the head at Round 8. They should be low and set slightly back to frame the face sweetly. Sew across the flat top edge.
Step 3: Face Sculpting
To create the cute expression:
Eye Indentation: Thread a needle with Cream yarn. Insert at the neck base, come out at the inner corner of the left eye. Go in at the outer corner, come out at the neck. Pull tight to sink the eye. Knot. Repeat for the right eye.
Nose: Use Brown embroidery thread to stitch a ‘Y’ shape between the eyes.
Blush: Apply a small amount of pink blush to the cheeks.
Step 4: Dressing
Put the dress on first. Put the cardigan on. Place the bucket hat on the head. Hang the floral bag over the shoulder. Place the postcard and pencil in one hand (tack with thread) and the chick at the feet.
Care Notes
To keep your Dainty Daisy Postcard Bunny looking her best:
- Cleaning: Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. The pencil and postcard are delicate, so handle with care.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent the yellow yarn from fading.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Are the safety eyes secure?
- Is the pencil embroidery secure?
- Is the head stable?
- Are all yarn ends woven in?
- Does the hat fit snugly?
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
If the bunny gathers dust, use a lint roller or masking tape to gently lift it off the surface. If the bag strap stretches, you can reinforce it by sewing a matching ribbon to the underside. This bunny is an heirloom piece, meant to be cherished as a symbol of thoughtful communication.
Thank you for crafting the Dainty Daisy Postcard Bunny. We hope she inspires you to write a letter to someone you love.
