Ready to make your Easter a bit more special and full of cuteness? Try making a crochet Easter bunny! This project is perfect for anyone looking to add a personal touch to their holiday decor or give a heartfelt, handmade gift. Simple stitches come together to form a soft, adorable bunny that will bring smiles all around.
Crochet Easter Bunny
Material:
- Yarn
- Crochet Hook
- Safety Eyes
- Polyester Fiberfill
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Stitch Markers
- Embroidery Floss (Optional)
- Ribbon or Fabric (Optional)
Head:
Start with 2 loops and do 6 single crochets (sc) in the second loop from the hook.
- Do 6 increases (two sc in each stitch), ending up with 12 stitches.
- (Next row) One sc, then one increase, repeated six times to total 18 stitches.
- (Fourth row) Two sc, then one increase, repeated six times for a total of 24 stitches.
- (Fifth row) Three sc, then one increase, repeated six times to total 30 stitches.
- For the sixth to twelfth rows, crochet without any increases or decreases (30 sc each row).
- Begin decreases: three sc, then a decrease (two stitches crocheted together).
- Insert the eyes between the 7th and 8th rows, with 11 stitches between them.
- Next row: two sc, then a decrease, repeated six times for a total of 18 stitches.
- Following that: one sc, then one decrease, repeated six times.
- Then six decreases in the next row.
- Fill the head with stuffing to shape.
- Close the head by sewing the remaining stitches together.
Ears (make two):
- Chain 2 loops, do 6 sc in the second loop from the hook.
- (Next) One sc, one increase, repeated six times to total 18 stitches.
- Crochet eight rows without changes (18 sc each row).
- Fold ear flat and crochet 15 stitches across to join the sides.
- Finish with a slip knot.
Body:
- Chain 2 loops; 6 sc in the second loop.
- Do 6 increases.
- Next row: one sc, one increase, six times (18 stitches).
- Continue increasing for each subsequent row, adding one stitch between increases until reaching five stitches between each increase.
- Seven rows with no changes once the maximum number of stitches is reached.
- Decrease each row by reducing the number of sc between decreases down to one sc between decreases, then do six decreases.
- Fill with stuffing and sew the body closed.
Feet (make four):
- Chain 2 stitches; do 6 sc in the second stitch.
- Six increases for a total of 12 stitches, then crochet five rows up without changes.
- Add minimal stuffing to give a soft shape and perform six decreases.
- Sew the opening closed.
Tail:
- Chain 2 stitches; do 8 sc in the second stitch.
- Increase to 16 stitches.
- Next row: one sc, one increase, eight times for a total of 24 stitches.
- Three rows up with no changes (24 stitches each).
- Twelve decreases, then finish with a slip knot.
Assembly:
- Sew everything together, positioning the ears, feet, and tail as instructed in the video.
- For the nose, create a triangle, fill it in, and use stitching to define the mouth.
Additional Notes:
- Always mark the end of the row to keep track of your progress.
- Periodically fill the parts with stuffing, being generous to ensure proper shaping.
- Give extra attention to the placement of the eyes and shaping of the ears and limbs.
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