About This Bunny Bag Pattern
This pattern makes a small, adorable bunny bag with ears, embroidered face details, and a long cord strap. You will crochet a rectangular body in half double crochet, add a tiny flap closure with a wooden button, and make two ears and eyes to sew on. The instructions include hook sizes, yarn suggestions, and helpful photos for assembly. It is designed to be quick, beginner-friendly, and customizable.
Great for beginners who know basic stitches and want a portable project. The finished bag is compact and sweet — perfect for gifts or little ones to wear.
Why You'll Love This Bunny Bag Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simplicity with irresistible charm. I enjoy how fast it comes together, turning a small amount of yarn into a delightful bunny bag in just a few hours. The cord strap and tiny flap give it a finished, wearable look I am proud to share. I also love that you can easily personalize it with different colors, blush on the cheeks, or embroidered expressions to make each bag unique.
Switch Things Up
I often change the color of the body to make seasonal or themed bunnies — pastel pinks for spring or soft gray for neutral tones.
I like to make the bag larger by using a thicker yarn and a larger hook, which gives a chunky, cuddle-friendly version perfect for kids.
For a mini keychain version, use thinner yarn and a 2.0–2.5mm hook and shorten the strap to attach to a keyring.
I sometimes embroider different expressions — a smiling mouth, sleepy eyes, or tiny freckles — to give each bag its own personality.
Try lining the inside with felt or a small fabric pouch if you want extra durability and to protect small items inside the bag.
I also experiment with different closure options: a snap button, magnetic clasp, or a crochet loop and button for varied looks.
For a sparkly finish, use a yarn that has a metallic thread or add bead accents around the flap edge for subtle shine.
To create a sibling set, make bags in coordinating colors and slightly different sizes for matching but distinct gifts.
I sometimes add tiny crocheted accessories like a bow tie or little flowers to the ear base to customize each bunny.
When gifting, I stitch a small label inside or attach a tiny tag with the recipient's initial for a personal touch.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping the stitch count after the foundation chain can lead to incorrect shaping; always count your stitches at the end of the first round to confirm the correct total.
✗ Not making a slip stitch at the end of rounds will cause misaligned joins and uneven edges; finish each round with a slip stitch and begin the next round with ch2 as instructed.
✗ Sewing ears to only one row of stitches can make them loose over time; sew the ear back to the back loop and the front to the front loop and fasten the strap over two rows for extra support.
✗ Using a much larger or smaller hook than recommended will alter the final size and tension; match the hook sizes suggested or adjust yarn weight and recheck gauge to achieve the intended dimensions.
✗ Forgetting to leave long yarn tails when fastening off makes sewing parts difficult later; cut the yarn long for sewing at the end of ears and eyes so you have enough length to attach them securely.
