About This Bunny Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern teaches you how to crochet a soft plush bunny using velvet or plush yarn, making a cuddly toy approximately 12 inches tall. It includes step-by-step rounds for hind paws, front paws, ears, and body with clear photos to guide you. The pattern uses basic stitches and simple shaping for a beginner-friendly experience.
You will learn how to work with plush yarn, use two hook sizes, and shape each piece for a professional finish. The pattern also includes notes on stuffing, markers, and finishing touches to make your bunny look adorable.
Why You'll Love This Bunny Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a soft, huggable companion that everyone adores. I enjoy how quickly the parts come together while still allowing room for personal touches like eye placement and embroidery. The plush yarn gives the bunny a luxurious, snuggly texture that feels wonderful to hold. I also love how approachable the instructions are—perfect for newer crocheters who want a satisfying finished project.
Switch Things Up
I love how easy it is to customize this Bunny by changing colors; try pastel shades for a nursery or bold tones for a modern look.
I sometimes make mini versions by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook to create keychain-sized bunnies.
I also experiment with larger hooks and bulky yarn for a chunky, super-snuggly version that becomes a pillow friend.
I often embroider different facial expressions — a small smile, a surprised mouth, or sleepy eyes — to change the bunny's personality.
I add tiny crocheted accessories like bows, scarves, or a tiny carrot to give each bunny a unique story.
I recommend swapping safety eyes for embroidered eyes for a fully baby-safe toy option that is perfect for infants.
I sometimes alter ear length and curvature to create floppy-eared or perky-eared versions depending on the character I want.
I like to use contrast yarn for paw pads and muzzle details, adding subtle stitched lines to define shape and texture.
I experiment with different stuffing amounts to make some bunnies firm and poseable or very squishy and cuddly.
I also combine textures by using plush yarn for the body and a smooth cotton for small accessories to make an eye-catching contrast.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can easily throw off your stitch counts; place a marker at the first stitch of each round and move it after completing the round.
✗ Not stuffing consistently leads to lumpy or misshapen paws and body; stuff gradually and check symmetry by comparing both pieces as you go.
✗ Working too tightly with plush yarn makes it difficult to insert the hook and can distort loops; relax your tension slightly and practice pulling the working loop to hook level when crocheting SC.
✗ Cutting tails too short before sewing leaves you without enough yarn for a secure join; leave a long tail for sewing and weave in ends after assembly.
✗ Ignoring the instruction to rearrange the marker each row will cause uneven shaping; always move the marker to the 1st stitch of each subsequent row as directed.