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Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern

Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern

This pattern creates a plush, wearable backpack with a cute bunny face flap — a fun combination of accessory and toy. You will crochet the backpack body, flap, straps and a stuffed bunny head with long ears. Clear row-by-row and round-by-round instructions with photos make assembly easier. The finished backpack is child-sized and perfect for gifting.

Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Uses super bulky chenille yarn for a soft, plush finish and a sport weight yarn for small facial details. Intermediate-level stitches and shaping give a professional result.

Why You'll Love This Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends a practical accessory with a cuddly amigurumi character that kids adore. I enjoyed designing the flap to hold the little bunny head, which adds personality and charm. The pattern uses plush chenille yarn to create a soft, tactile surface that feels luxurious to the touch. Sewing and assembly are satisfying steps that let you see the bag come together into a finished, gift-ready piece.

Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern step 1 - construction progress Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization! You can change the main colors to create a range of looks — try pastels for a nursery-friendly style or bright tones for a playful vibe.

I often swap the chenille yarn for a different super bulky brand to get varied textures and finishes; just match your hook size to the yarn thickness for best results.

To make a mini version for a keychain, use finer yarn and a smaller hook and reduce chain counts for the body and straps proportionally.

I like to add embroidered cheeks or freckles to the bunny face for extra personality; use contrasting thread and small, neat stitches.

Swap the wooden button for a decorative shank button, a snap, or a magnetic clasp depending on how secure or decorative you want the flap closure to be.

If you want posable ears, insert a thin wire inside each ear before sewing them closed and secure the wire ends well so they do not poke through.

I sometimes create an entire matching set — a small coin pouch or a matching key fob — using the same palette and yarn to make a coordinated gift set.

For a machine-washable item, consider using washable acrylic chenille alternatives and sew parts with matching cotton thread to withstand laundering.

I recommend experimenting with adding appliques, embroidered initials, or small crocheted flowers to the flap for personalization and to practice small decorative techniques.

If you want a sturdier bag, you can line the interior with fabric and sew the lining in before attaching the straps and handle; this adds structure and durability.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker at the beginning of the round leads to miscounts and misaligned shaping; place a marker at the start of every round to keep track of your rounds accurately. ✗ Not cutting and changing yarn color cleanly causes messy join areas; cut the yarn and fasten off neatly then join the new color and weave ends to hide transitions. ✗ Stuffing too early or unevenly makes shaping difficult and lumpy; stuff gradually and evenly as you close the head and body to maintain smooth shaping. ✗ Sewing straps without pinning leads to uneven placement and twisting; pin the straps in place and check distances (12 sc apart) before sewing to ensure symmetry.

Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern

Create a charming plush backpack bunny that doubles as a playful accessory and a cuddly friend. This pattern walks you through crocheting the flap, backpack body, straps, handle, cord and a sweet amigurumi bunny head with long ears. Perfect as a handmade gift or a special project for kids, the finished bag measures about 21 x 24 cm. Follow the full step-by-step instructions and photo cues to assemble a durable, adorable backpack.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky / Super Chunky / 14ply velvet yarn (HIMALAYA DOLPHIN BABY) - 2 skeins in different colors (purple and pink used in sample)
  • 02
    Sport weight / 4ply yarn (YarnArt JEANS or Alize Cotton Gold) - small amount in black for facial detail thread (approx. 30 cm)
  • 03
    Milk (cream/white) chenille yarn for bunny head and ears - small skein for head and two ears

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Hook size 3.75 mm (for chenille main work)
  • 02
    Hook size 5 mm (for ears and some details) - Clover recommended
  • 03
    Sewing needle
  • 04
    Wooden button (for flap closure)
  • 05
    Safety eyes 8-10 mm (2 pieces)
  • 06
    Safety nose 10 mm (1 piece)
  • 07
    Stuffing toy material (polyester fiberfill)
  • 08
    30 cm thread for face decoration (pink thread used for mouth)
  • 09
    Scissors
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    Stitch markers
  • 11
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 12
    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Flap :

Info :

Crochet with pink yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 5 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook. Do not pull the ring. Turn. (5)

Round 2 :

t-ch, 1 sc, inc * 4, turn (9)

Round 3 :

t-ch, (sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (13)

Round 4 :

t-ch, (2 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (17)

Round 5 :

t-ch, (3 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (21)

Round 6 :

t-ch, (4 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (25)

Round 7 :

t-ch, (5 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (29)

Round 8 :

t-ch, (7 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc, turn (32)

Round 9 :

t-ch, (8 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc (35)

Info :

Do not turn. Work along the top of the flap.

Round 10 :

t-ch, 19 sc, turn (19)

Round 11-15 :

t-ch, 19 sc, turn (5 rows)

Round 16 :

t-ch, 19 sc (19)

Info :

Do not turn.

Info :

Change color to purple. Cut the pink yarn. Then work in rounds.

Round 17 :

t-ch, 22 sc, 3 ch, skip 3 stitches, 22 sc, turn (47)

Round 18 :

t-ch, 47 reverse sc (47), sl st

— Backpack :

Info :

Begin to crochet with purple yarn. Ch20. Start on the second chain from the hook.

Round 1 :

18 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 17 sc, inc, inc into t-ch (42)

Info :

Place a marker.

Round 2 :

16 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 2, inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 3 (48)

Round 3 :

inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 4, inc, 14 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 4, 1 sc (58)

Round 4 :

inc, 15 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 3, inc, 17 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 3 (66)

Round 5 :

inc, 18 sc, (inc, 4 sc) * 3, inc, 16 sc (inc, 4 sc) * 3 (74)

Round 6 :

74 sc (74)

Round 7 :

BLO 74 sc (74)

Round 8-16 :

74 sc (9 rounds)

Round 17 :

26 sc, dec, 34 sc, dec, 10 sc (72)

Info :

Change color to pink. Cut the purple yarn.

Round 18-35 :

72 sc (18 rounds)

Info :

Join the flap in the next rounds

Round 36 :

71 sc, 1 sc with the flap (72)

Round 37 :

20 sc with the flap, 52 sc (72), sl st.

Info :

Sew a button between rounds 23 and 27.

— Straps :

Info :

Crochet with purple yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch71, start from the second chain on the hook: 70 sc, turn (70)

Round 2-4 :

t-ch, 70 sc (3 rows)

Info :

You can make the straps longer or shorter. Make more or less chains. My straps are 50 cm long.

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the straps with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew the straps at the bottom of the backpack between rounds 7 and 11, at the top of the backpack between rounds 32 and 36. Distance between straps 12 sc.

— Handle :

Info :

Crochet with purple yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch21, start from the second chain on the hook: 20 sc, turn (20)

Round 2-3 :

t-ch, 20 sc (20 rows)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the handle with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew on the handle.

— Cord :

Round 1 :

Ch150. Step back at the top of the backpack 2 rounds and stretch the cord between the stitches, after folding the backpack, as shown in the photo. Make knots at the ends.

— Bunny :

Info :

Crochet with milk yarn.

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc *6 (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc (2 sc, inc) * 5, 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)

Round 7-10 :

36 sc (4 rounds)

Round 11 :

(4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)

Round 12 :

(3 sc, dec) * 3 (24)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the head with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rounds 4 and 5. Distance between eyes 6-7 sc. Insert the safety nose into the middle of the amigurumi ring. Before you secure it with a washer, embroider the mouth with a pink thread.

Info :

Stuff the head. Sew the head to the flap of the backpack. Sew through walls of stitches from above, not through, so that there are no stitches on the wrong side of the cover.

— Ears :

Info :

Make 2. Crochet with milk yarn. Crochet with hook 5 mm.

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

hdcinc * 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(hdc, hdcinc) * 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(5 hdc, hdcinc) * 3 (21)

Round 5-6 :

21 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 7 :

(5 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (18)

Round 8 :

18 hdc (18)

Round 9 :

(4 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (15)

Round 10-11 :

15 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 12 :

(3 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (12)

Round 13-14 :

12 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 15 :

(2 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (9)

Round 16-17 :

9 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 18 :

9 sc (9)

Info :

Fold it in half and crochet 4 sc through both sides.

Info :

Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the ears to the head with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew on the ears. Embroider lashes with a black cotton thread.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the flap of the backpack by aligning the bottom of the head with the flap center, sewing through the top walls of the stitches so there are no visible stitches on the wrong side.
  • Pin and sew the straps at the bottom of the backpack between rounds 7 and 11, and at the top between rounds 32 and 36; maintain a distance of 12 sc between straps.
  • Sew the handle to the top center of the backpack after finishing and folding the flap; reinforce with a cotton thread if chenille yarn crumbles.
  • Fold the backpack and thread the cord (ch150) back two rounds at the top, stretching it between stitches and knotting the ends to secure closure.
  • Join the flap to the backpack during rounds 36-37 as indicated: crochet 1 sc with the flap in round 36 and include flap stitches in round 37 to secure the attachment.
  • Sew a wooden button between rounds 23 and 27 on the front body so the cord loop from the flap can fasten securely.
  • Attach ears to the head symmetrically after embroidery; embroider lashes with black thread and embroider the mouth with pink thread before securing the safety nose.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds, in rows and in a spiral as specified; use a marker or contrasting thread to mark the beginning of each round.
  • 💡The finished size of the backpack is approximately 21 cm wide and 24 cm high; gauge and yarn choice will affect final dimensions.
  • 💡Leave yarn ends long for sewing pieces; when using chenille yarn that crumbles, sew parts on with a matching cotton thread for durability and a tidy finish.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes between rounds 4 and 5 of the head, spacing them 6-7 single crochets apart; position the safety nose in the center of the amigurumi ring before securing.
  • 💡Stuff the head firmly before closing and sewing to the flap; stuffing gradually helps maintain smooth shaping.

This Plush Backpack Bunny Pattern blends sweet amigurumi charm with a practical little bag, perfect for gifting or everyday adventures. The chenille yarn creates a plush, soft finish your child will love to hug while wearing. Enjoy making this whimsical, functional accessory — it makes a beautiful handmade present! 🧶🐰✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished backpack measures approximately 21 cm wide and 24 cm high when using the recommended super bulky chenille yarn and the stated hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will alter the final size and texture; use an appropriate hook size for your chosen yarn and expect to adjust stitch counts if necessary.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic crochet skills such as single crochet, increases, decreases, half double crochet and working in rounds are recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience, yarn choice and how familiar you are with amigurumi assembly.