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Some-BUNNY To Love (Free Crochet Pattern)


Good day, fellow crafters!

Spring is here and Easter is just around the corner!  If you're looking for a quick, easy, and totally last-minute Easter egg-stuffer, please consider making this cute, pint-sized bunny!  Note that I tried to cleverly name this pattern, "Some-BUNNY To Love", because this little bunlet sure is something precious to make and LOVE.  Sorry for the pun, haha!

This project was also part of my very first Creator Challenge.  Crocheters from all over the world have submitted photos of their amazingly creative and unique bunnies!  If you're looking for inspiration and ideas, please do check out their work here!


Without further ado, I present to you: Some-Bunny To Love!

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bunny-lovey-9

Scroll down to find the free, written crochet pattern.  If you'd like to download the beautifully-formatted and easy-to-read PDF version with photo references (see preview below), click here to purchase it for a small fee in my shop.  Thank you for supporting Sweet Softies designs!

Click here to get the PDF file!



Copyright Notice -- © 2018 Sweet Softies (www.sweetsofties.com). You have permission to sell finished products made from this pattern, but you must credit Sweet Softies as the owner/creator of this pattern by linking to my website, Etsy shop, and/or Facebook page. You may not copy, alter, or sell this pattern in any way. You may sell finished items made with this pattern if you credit Sweet Softies as the designer and link to my website, Etsy shop, or Facebook page. No wholesale.

Introduction:
The Some-Bunny Loves You pattern provides instructions for crocheting this adorable, little bunny rabbit!  This is a beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern that is quick and easy to work up!  Use your creativity to decorate your creation and make it unique.  

Finished Measurements:
  • Approximately 3-4 inches tall 

Level: 
  • Beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), making i-cords, and sewing pieces together.

Stitches/Terms Used (US Terminology):
  • MR: magic ring (a.k.a. magic circle, magic loop)
  • Ch: chain  
  • Sc: single crochet 
  • Dc: double crochet 
  • Sl st: slip stitch (insert hook, yarn over, pull through both loops)
  • Inc: increase (two sc in same stitch)
  • Dec: decrease (sc two stitches together) 

Materials:

~ CROCHET DIRECTIONS ~

ARMS (x2)

Note: The arms are made using the “i-cord” crochet technique. Click here for my video tutorial.
Start with the body color (white).
Ch 3. Insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, YO, pull up a loop, insert hook into next ch, YO, and pull up a loop. (3 loops on hook)
R1: Drop 2 loops from hook, but hold onto them tightly with your non-hook hand so that they do not come undone. YO, pull through loop on hook. Insert hook into first dropped loop, YO, pull through. (2 loops on hook.) Insert hook into second dropped loop, YO, and pull through. (3 loops on hook)
R2-R5: Repeat R1.
To finish, YO and pull through all 3 loops on hook.
Fasten off with a long tail to attach to the body later.



EARS (x2)

Start with the ear color (white).
R1: 6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)
R2: Inc all around. (12 sts)
R3-R7: Sc around. (12 sts)
Fasten off with a long tail to attach to the body later.

HEAD/BODY

Note: The head and body are crocheted together as one piece.
Start with the body color (white).
R1: 6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)
R2: Inc all around. (12 sts)
R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R6-R9: Sc around. (30 sts)
R10: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24 sts)
R11: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18 sts)
Insert plastic safety eyes between R7-R8, 6 sts apart.  Stuff the head firmly, but be careful not to stretch the stitches.  
R12: (Sc, dec) x 6. (12 sts)
R13: Inc around. (24 sts)
R14: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts)
R15-R18: Sc around. (30 sts)
R19: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24 sts)
R20: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18 sts)
Stuff the body firmly, but be careful not to stretch the stitches. 
R21: (Sc, dec) x 12. (12 sts)
R22: Dec around. (6 sts)
Fasten off and weave in the ends. 


~ FINISHING DIRECTIONS ~

  1. Gather all the crocheted pieces: arms (x2), ears (x2), head/body.  You will also need a yarn needle, scissors, sewing pins, and plastic safety eyes.
  2. Sew a small nose and mouth onto the bunny’s face, using pink yarn and a yarn needle.
  3. Add blush powder to the inside of the ears and bunny’s cheeks.  For tips on applying blush, refer to this video [link] and blog post [link].
  4. Pinch the bottom of the ears in half to make a crease, and sew them onto the bunny’s head using the long yarn tails and a yarn needle.
  5. Sew the arms onto the bunny’s body.
  6. Optional: Decorate the bunny with appliques (e.g., bow, ribbon, flower), buttons, or more.  Use your creativity to make your bunny unique!

That's it, you're done! 

Congratulations on finishing the "Some-Bunny To Love" pattern!


If you enjoyed this free project and would like to make a donation to support my work, please click here!  Any amount is greatly appreciated and will go towards the yarn and supplies I use to keep creating new designs!

Also, if you'd like to download the beautifully-formatted and easy-to-read PDF version with photo references (see preview below), click here to purchase it for a small fee in my shop.  Thank you for supporting Sweet Softies designs!

Click here to get the PDF file!

If you made this project and would like to share photos, I'd absolutely love to see!  Here are links for sharing your finished creation:

As always, you are more than welcome to SHARE this post with any fellow crocheters who'd like to try this pattern!  Thank you for reading, and I wish you all a wonderful day!


Best wishes,