The Jasmine Moonlight Bunny is a breathtaking piece of fiber art that captures the enchanting stillness of a midnight garden illuminated by the soft glow of the moon. This heirloom-quality project is designed for the discerning crafter who wishes to create a storybook character filled with whimsy and grace. The bunny herself is crafted from a luxurious, soft cream yarn, giving her the appearance of being bathed in moonlight. Her expression is one of quiet contemplation, with wide, gentle eyes that seem to gaze at the stars. She is dressed in an ethereal ensemble perfect for a nocturnal stroll: a pristine white dress featuring a hemline adorned with a garland of white jasmine blossoms and climbing green vines. Over this, she wears a textured, denim-blue bolero jacket that adds a touch of cozy warmth to the cool night air.
To fully realize the delicate beauty of the jasmine flowers and the intricate structure of the moon-shaped handbag, it is highly recommended to buy premium mercerized cotton yarn. This specific fiber choice is crucial; it ensures that the white petals remain crisp and bright against the cream dress, and that the blue tones of the jacket possess a rich, deep luster that mimics the evening sky. For the most comfortable and precise crafting experience, especially when working on the miniature kitten companion and the tiny lantern, you should purchase professional-grade ergonomic crochet hooks. These tools allow for extended crochet sessions without hand fatigue, which is essential for a project of this detail and magnitude.
Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.
Project Overview and Essential Preparations
Embarking on the creation of the Jasmine Moonlight Bunny is a journey into advanced amigurumi techniques and miniature garment construction. This pattern is written to be as comprehensive as possible, guiding you through every stitch and assembly step. Whether you are making this for a cherished child or as a centerpiece for your own collection, the time invested will result in a treasure that lasts a lifetime. If you frequently browse online to order artisan amigurumi supplies, this project is the perfect opportunity to use those special skeins you have been saving.
Comprehensive Materials List
To achieve the exact look seen in the images, precision in material selection is key. Do not substitute yarn weights unless you are experienced in resizing patterns, as this will affect the fit of the removable clothing.
- Primary Body Yarn: Approximately 140g of Sport Weight or Light DK cotton yarn in “Moonlight Cream” or “Soft Oatmeal”. This matte finish yarn provides a realistic fur texture.
- Dress Yarn: 70g of Bright White cotton yarn. This is used for the main dress and the jasmine petals.
- Jacket & Hat Yarn: 60g of Muted Denim Blue or Indigo cotton yarn. Look for a yarn with a slight heathered effect for texture.
- Vine & Leaf Yarn: Small amounts of Sage Green and Forest Green for the embroidery and stems.
- Accessory Yarns:
- Pale Yellow for the stars and lantern light.
- Light Grey for the kitten companion.
- Silver or Dark Grey for the lantern casing.
- Beige or Tan for the Moon Bag base (if not using white).
- Crochet Hooks:
- 2.25mm (Size B/1): For the bunny body, kitten, and structural parts of the accessories to ensure no stuffing shows through.
- 2.75mm (Size C/2): For the dress, jacket, and hat to provide a softer drape and allow the clothes to fit over the body.
- Safety Eyes:
- One pair of 12mm solid black eyes for the bunny.
- One pair of 6mm black eyes for the kitten.
- stuffing: High-loft, cluster-resistant polyester fiberfill.
- Notions: Long tapestry needle (darning needle), embroidery needle, sharp scissors, stitch markers (locking type recommended), and pink embroidery floss for the nose and cheeks.
- Optional: A small piece of cardboard or plastic canvas to reinforce the soles of the shoes and the base of the lantern.
Detailed Stitch Guide and Terminology
This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology. Please review the following abbreviations and techniques to ensure a smooth crafting process.
- MR (Magic Ring): The essential starting method for circular pieces to ensure a tightly closed center.
- sc (Single Crochet): Insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- inc (Increase): Work two single crochet stitches into the same stitch.
- dec (Invisible Decrease): Insert hook into the front loop of the first stitch, then immediately into the front loop of the second stitch. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through final two loops. This is crucial for a smooth finish.
- hdc (Half Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
- dc (Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
- tr (Treble Crochet): Used for longer petals. Yarn over twice before inserting hook.
- sl st (Slip Stitch): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and the loop on your hook.
- BLO (Back Loop Only): Work only into the back loop of the stitch to create a ridge or turning point.
- FLO (Front Loop Only): Work only into the front loop, often used for attaching ruffles or skirts later.
- Picot: Chain 3, slip stitch back into the first chain. Used for pointy tips on leaves or flowers.
- (…) x N: Repeat the instructions within the parentheses N times.
Part 1: Sculpting the Bunny Head
The head is the most important part of the doll, defining its character. We will use the 2.25mm hook and the Cream yarn. Work in a continuous spiral without joining rounds. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Round 1: Begin with a Magic Ring. Crochet 6 sc into the ring. Pull the yarn tail tightly to close the ring completely. (6)
Round 2: Work 1 inc (2 sc) in every stitch around. (12)
Round 3: [Sc in next st, inc in next st] repeat this sequence 6 times. (18)
Round 4: [Sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 5: [Sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (30)
Round 6: [Sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (36)
Round 7: [Sc in next 5 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (42)
Round 8: [Sc in next 6 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (48)
Round 9: [Sc in next 7 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (54)
Round 10: [Sc in next 8 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (60)
Round 11: [Sc in next 9 sts, inc in next st] repeat 6 times. (66)
Rounds 12-25: Work 1 sc in every stitch around for 14 rounds. This section builds the height of the face. Keep your tension even to ensure a smooth fabric surface. (66)
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Eye Placement: Pause here. Insert the 12mm safety eyes between Round 19 and Round 20. Position them approximately 12 stitches apart. Before securing the back washers, ensure they are centered relative to your stitch marker.
Round 26: [Sc in next 9 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (60)
Round 27: [Sc in next 8 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (54)
Round 28: [Sc in next 7 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (48)
Round 29: [Sc in next 6 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (42)
Round 30: [Sc in next 5 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (36)
Stuffing Phase 1: Begin stuffing the head. Push the filling firmly against the sides to shape the cheeks. The head should be firm but yield slightly to pressure.
Round 31: [Sc in next 4 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (30)
Round 32: [Sc in next 3 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 33: [Sc in next 2 sts, dec] repeat 6 times. (18)
Stuffing Phase 2: Add more stuffing, focusing on the center and the neck opening. It must be very firm at the neck to support the head.
Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail (approx. 18 inches) for sewing the head to the body.
Part 2: The Long Lopped Ears
The ears are designed to be soft and drape downwards. They are not stuffed. Make two identical ears using the 2.25mm hook and Cream yarn.
Round 1: Magic Ring, 6 sc. (6)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 5: [Sc 3, inc] repeat 6 times. (30)
Rounds 6-15: Sc in each st around. (30)
Round 16: [Sc 8, dec] repeat 3 times. (27)
Rounds 17-21: Sc in each st around. (27)
Round 22: [Sc 7, dec] repeat 3 times. (24)
Rounds 23-27: Sc in each st around. (24)
Round 28: [Sc 6, dec] repeat 3 times. (21)
Rounds 29-33: Sc in each st around. (21)
Round 34: [Sc 5, dec] repeat 3 times. (18)
Rounds 35-42: Sc in each st around. (18)
Flatten the open end of the ear. Crochet through both layers with 9 sc to close the opening. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Part 3: Legs and Body Construction
We construct the legs first and join them to form the body. This seamless method provides stability. Use the 2.25mm hook.
The Legs (Make 2)
Round 1: Using Cream yarn, Magic Ring, 6 sc. (6)
Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] repeat 6 times. (24)
Rounds 5-8: Sc in each st around. (24)
Round 9: [Sc 6, dec] repeat 3 times. (21)
Rounds 10-12: Sc in each st around. (21)
Round 13: [Sc 5, dec] repeat 3 times. (18)
Rounds 14-28: Sc in each st around. Stuff the foot firmly and the leg moderately. (18)
Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg. Chain 3 from the second leg and join to the first leg with a sc.
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The Body
Round 29: Sc 18 around the first leg, sc 3 along the chain, sc 18 around the second leg, sc 3 along the other side of the chain. (42)
Round 30: [Sc 6, inc] repeat 6 times. (48)
Round 31: [Sc 7, inc] repeat 6 times. (54)
Rounds 32-42: Sc in each st around. This section forms the bunny’s tummy. (54)
Round 43: [Sc 7, dec] repeat 6 times. (48)
Rounds 44-45: Sc in each st around. (48)
Round 46: [Sc 6, dec] repeat 6 times. (42)
Rounds 47-48: Sc in each st around. (42)
Round 49: [Sc 5, dec] repeat 6 times. (36)
Rounds 50-51: Sc in each st around. (36)
Round 52: [Sc 4, dec] repeat 6 times. (30)
Round 53: [Sc 3, dec] repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 54: [Sc 2, dec] repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 55: Sc in each st around. (18)
Fasten off. Stuff the body very firmly, focusing on the neck area.
Part 4: The Arms (Make 2)
Use Cream yarn and the 2.25mm hook. Stuff only the hand section lightly.
Round 1: Magic Ring, 6 sc. (6)
Round 2: [Sc 1, inc] repeat 3 times. (9)
Round 3: [Sc 2, inc] repeat 3 times. (12)
Rounds 4-24: Sc in each st around. (12)
Round 25: [Sc 2, dec] repeat 3 times. (9)
Flatten the opening and sc through both layers to close. Leave a tail for sewing.
Part 5: The Jasmine Garden Dress
This exquisite dress features a plain bodice and a skirt decorated with a garland of jasmine flowers. Use White yarn and the 2.75mm hook for better drape.
The Dress Body
Row 1: Ch 35. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (34)
Row 2: [Sc 3, inc] repeat across to last 2 sts, sc 2. Ch 1, turn. (42)
Row 3: [Sc 6, inc] repeat across. Ch 1, turn. (48)
Row 4 (Armholes): Sc 7, ch 8, skip 10 sts, sc 14, ch 8, skip 10 sts, sc 7. Ch 1, turn.
Row 5: Sc in each st and ch across. Join with a sl st to the first sc to begin working in rounds. (44)
Round 6: Ch 2 (counts as dc), dc in each st around. Join. (44)
Round 7: Ch 2, [dc 3, inc] repeat around. Join. (55)
Rounds 8-16: Ch 2, dc in each st around. Join. (55)
Round 17 (Hem): [Sc, skip 1, 5 dc in next st, skip 1] repeat around to create scallops. Fasten off.
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Jasmine Flower & Vine Embellishment
This detail is created by making a chain of green vines and sewing individual flowers onto it.
1. The Vine: Using Green yarn, ch 60 (or enough to wrap around the dress skirt 2 inches above the hem). Sl st back down the chain to make it thicker. Sew this horizontally around the skirt in a wavy pattern.
2. Jasmine Flowers (Make 12-15): Using White yarn and a 2.25mm hook:
Step 1: Magic Ring.
Step 2: *Ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st into ring*. Repeat 5 times for 5 petals.
Step 3: Tighten ring and fasten off.
3. Assembly: Sew the jasmine flowers along the green vine on the skirt. Use yellow yarn to embroider a small French Knot in the center of each flower. Add small green leaves (ch 4, sc, hdc, sc) interspersed between the flowers.
Part 6: The Textured Blue Jacket
This bolero-style jacket adds texture and color. Use Denim Blue yarn and the 2.75mm hook. Worked flat.
Row 1: Ch 37. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. (36)
Row 2: [Sc 5, inc] repeat across. Ch 1, turn. (42)
Row 3 (Armholes): Sc 6, ch 8, skip 8, sc 14, ch 8, skip 8, sc 6. Ch 1, turn.
Row 4: Sc across all sts and chains. Ch 1, turn. (42)
Rows 5-10 (Texture Pattern): *Sc in next st, dc in next st* repeat across. This is the “Grit Stitch” or “Lemon Peel Stitch.” Always sc into a dc and dc into a sc on subsequent rows. Ch 1, turn.
Row 11: Sc across. Fasten off.
Sleeves: Join yarn to armhole. Work 18 sc evenly around. Work in spiral for 10 rounds. Finish with a round of sl st. Repeat for other sleeve.
Part 7: The Blue Cloche Hat
A stylish bucket hat to complete the outfit. Use Denim Blue yarn and the 2.75mm hook.
Round 1: Magic Ring, 6 sc.
Round 2: Inc around. (12)
Round 3: [Sc 1, inc] around. (18)
Round 4: [Sc 2, inc] around. (24)
Round 5: [Sc 3, inc] around. (30)
Round 6: [Sc 4, inc] around. (36)
Round 7: [Sc 5, inc] around. (42)
Round 8: [Sc 6, inc] around. (48)
Rounds 9-13: Sc in each st around. (48)
Round 14 (Brim): Work in Front Loops Only (FLO). [Sc 3, inc] around. (60)
Round 15: [Sc 4, inc] around. (72)
Round 16: Sc around. Fasten off.
Decoration: Crochet 3 Jasmine Flowers (same pattern as dress) and sew them to the side of the hat band. Add green leaves.
Part 8: Accessories
The Crescent Moon Bag
Side Panels (Make 2): Using Cream yarn and 2.25mm hook:
Row 1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch and across. (3). Turn.
Row 2: Inc, sc 1, inc. (5). Turn.
Row 3: Inc, sc 3, inc. (7). Turn.
Rows 4-8: Sc across. (7).
Row 9: Dec, sc 3, dec. (5).
Row 10: Dec, sc 1, dec. (3).
Fasten off. You have a crescent shape.
Assembly: Crochet the two panels together along the curved edge using sc. Leave the top open.
Strap: Chain 40 with Blue yarn. Attach to sides.
Star: With Yellow yarn, MR. *Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch, sc in next, sl st into MR* repeat 5 times. Sew to front of bag.
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The Lantern
Base: With Silver/Grey, MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. BLO sc around. Work 4 rounds.
Top: Dec to 6.
Handle: Ch 10 wire or yarn loop attached to top.
Flame: Paint a small yellow dot inside or stitch a yellow knot.
The Kitten Companion
Body/Head: With Grey yarn, MR 6 sc. Inc to 12. Work 3 rounds (Head). Dec to 9 (Neck). Inc to 12 (Body). Work 3 rounds. Dec to 6. Close.
Ears: Ch 3, sc back (small triangles). Sew to head.
Tail: Ch 6, sc back. Sew to rear.
Prop: Sew a tiny yellow star (same as bag) to the kitten’s paws.
Part 9: Shoes
Make 2 using Cream yarn.
Round 1: Ch 7. 2 sc in 2nd ch, sc 4, 4 sc in last ch. Rotate. sc 4, 2 sc in last st. (16)
Round 2: Inc, sc 5, 4 inc, sc 5, inc. (22)
Round 3: BLO sc around. (22)
Rounds 4-5: Sc around. (22)
Strap: Ch 6 across the top. Sew to other side.
Decoration: Sew a tiny blue bead or French knot flower on the strap.
Part 10: Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
1. Head Attachment: Pin the head to the body neck opening. Ensure the nose is centered. Sew firmly using the whipstitch, adding extra stuffing to the neck as you go to prevent wobbling.
2. Ear Attachment: Position the ears on top of the head at approximately Round 4. They should flop downwards. Sew the flattened edge securely.
3. Arm Attachment: Pin the arms to the sides of the body just below the neck seam. Sew the top opening of the arm to the body.
4. Face Details:
Nose: Using pink embroidery floss, satin stitch a small inverted triangle between the eyes. Stitch a vertical line down from the center of the nose.
Cheeks: Apply pink cosmetic blush with a soft brush under the eyes.
5. Dressing: Put the dress on the bunny first. Put the shoes on. Slide the jacket over the arms. Place the hat on the head. Hang the Moon Bag over the shoulder.
Care Notes
This is a delicate, handmade item. To clean, spot clean gently with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not submerge in water or machine wash, as this may distort the shape and felt the yarn. Store out of direct sunlight to prevent color fading.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Are all ends woven in securely?
- Is the head stable and not floppy?
- Are the safety eyes clicked in fully?
- Did you remember the blush on the cheeks?
Congratulations! Your Jasmine Moonlight Bunny is complete. This magical friend brings the serenity of a moonlit garden into your home.
