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Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Pillow Bunny Amigurumi 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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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a sweet bunny-shaped pillow with floppy ears, embroidered eyelids, a plush nose and tiny arms and legs. It uses plush (Dolphin Baby / YarnArt Dolce) yarn to achieve a soft, cuddly texture ideal for kids and nursery decoration. The construction combines simple square pillow crochet with small amigurumi details that are sewn on for personality and depth.

Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear row-by-row instructions for each piece make assembly straightforward, and the pattern includes placement notes for eyes, nose and limbs. Use bright or pastel yarns to customize the look to your home or recipients.

Why You'll Love This Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends a cozy pillow project with charming amigurumi details that bring the design to life. I enjoy the satisfying square pillow base that works up quickly, then adding the nose, ears and tiny limbs which give the bunny real personality. The use of plush yarn makes every finished pillow soft and huggable, perfect for kids or as a decorative accent. I also appreciate that the instructions include exact placement notes so your features line up beautifully every time.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this Pillow Bunny by changing yarn colors — try soft pastels for a nursery or bright colors for a playful look.

You can make a mini version by using fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook to create a keychain-sized bunny pillow.

If you want a firmer pillow, use denser stuffing and a slightly smaller hook to get tighter stitches for less stretch.

Swap the safety eyes for embroidered eyes or felt pieces if making a toy for very young children to avoid hard parts.

Embellish the pillow with tiny crocheted accessories like a bow or a tiny heart to personalize each piece for gifts.

I sometimes add a light ribbon loop at the top so the pillow can hang as a decorative accent or be used as a soft mobile element.

Try different yarn textures — velvet or chenille gives a plush finish, while smooth cotton creates a more structured pillow.

Change the face expression by repositioning the nose and eyelids slightly higher or lower to create sleepy, happy or surprised looks.

Attach an inner pillow insert if you want a removable, washable cover; sew the square on three sides and add a zipper or button closure on the last side.

For a holiday twist, use seasonal yarn colors and add small appliques like a tiny crochet pumpkin, star or heart to make themed gifts.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the extra 10-11 single crochets at the end of the pillow edge can leave the opening uneven; be sure to add the extra 10-11 sc on the final row to reach the edge before tightening. ✗ Forgetting to leave a long tail for sewing will make assembly difficult; always leave a long thread on each detail and body piece so you can sew parts together neatly without changing yarn. ✗ Not stuffing evenly causes lumpy corners and a misshapen pillow; fill the pillow slowly and focus on stuffing the corners well to maintain a smooth square shape. ✗ Inserting safety eyes without checking row placement results in off-centered features; place the safety eyes between rows 24 and 25 with a distance of 9 sc to match the shown face proportions.

Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cuddly Bunny Pillow with this warm and cheerful crochet pattern. You will create a soft square pillow with floppy ears, a plush nose, and tiny arms and legs — perfect for gifts or nursery decor. The pattern uses plush yarn and clear step-by-step instructions so you can follow along with confidence. Enjoy a cozy handmade project that brightens any room.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Pillow Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn (or YarnArt Dolce) - Yellow (3 skeins)
  • 02
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby plush yarn (or YarnArt Dolce) - White (less than half a skein)
  • 03
    Plush or semi-cotton yarn - Pink (for nose), small amount
  • 04
    Plush or semi-cotton yarn - Black (for eyelids), small amount
  • 05
    Black semi-cotton or acrylic thread for eyebrows embroidery (for example YarnArt Jeans)
  • 06
    Holofiber polyester stuffing (filler), quantity to fill pillow

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm (you can use 4mm)
  • 02
    Needle with a large eye for sewing
  • 03
    Safety eyes 22-24mm
  • 04
    Transparent glue
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing (Holofiber)
  • 06
    Black semi-cotton or acrylic thread for embroidering eyebrows and eyelids

Progress Tracker

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— Pillow :

Round 1 :

90 ch

Round 2 :

connect with the first loop crocheting 1 sc (it will be the first sc of the second row) and crochet 89 sc {90}

Round 3-40 :

90 sc {90}

Info :

In the end of the last row crochet 10-11 sc more to the edge of the pillow.

Info :

Tighten the thread, leave the long end for sewing. Sew the top of the pillow using a needle.

Info :

Fill the pillow evenly (slowly, fill the corners especially well) and sew the bottom of the pillow using the needle. Give an even shape.

Info :

Fill the pillow evenly (slowly, fill the corners especially well) and sew the bottom of the pillow using the needle. Give an even shape.

— Nose :

Round 1 :

4 ch

Round 2 :

from the second loop from the hook: 2 sc, 3 sc in one loop. On the other side of the chain: 2 sc, 3 sc in one loop {10}

Round 3 :

2 sc, inc, inc, inc, 2 sc, inc, inc, inc {16}

Round 4 :

(3 sc, inc) - repeat 4 times {20}

Round 5 :

(4 sc, inc) - repeat 4 times {24}

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) - repeat 5 times {30}

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) - repeat 5 times {35}

Round 8 :

35 sc

Info :

Tighten the loop, leave the long thread for sewing. Embroider the nose with pink plush (or semi-cotton) thread. Tie a knot and hide the thread inside.

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Fill the detail and sew on it between the rows 16 and 26, counting from the bottom of the pillow. Secure the thread, hide it inside the pillow.

— Placement of eyes and eyelids :

Info :

Insert the safety eyes (or sew on them if you have buttons) between the rows 24 and 25. The distance between the eyes is 9 sc.

Info :

Embroider the eyelids with black plush yarn. Secure the thread inside the pillow. Optional you can glue the eyelids to the pillow.

— Ears (2 details) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) - repeat 6 times {12}

Round 3 :

(5 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {14}

Round 4 :

(6 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {16}

Round 5 :

(7 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {18}

Round 6 :

(8 sc, inc) - repeat 3 times {20}

Round 7 :

inc, 8 sc, inc, inc, 8 sc, inc {24}

Round 8 :

inc, 9 sc, inc, inc, 10 sc, inc, inc {29}

Round 9 :

12 sc, inc, inc, 15 sc {31}

Round 10-15 :

31 sc (6 rows)

Round 16 :

14 sc, dec, 13 sc, dec {29}

Round 17 :

29 sc

Round 18 :

13 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec {27}

Round 19-20 :

27 sc (2 rows)

Round 21 :

12 sc, dec, 11 sc, dec {25}

Round 22 :

25 sc

Round 23 :

1 sc, dec, 11 sc, dec, 9 sc {23}

Round 24 :

23 sc

Round 25 :

1 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec, 8 sc {21}

Round 26 :

21 sc

Round 27 :

2 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 7 sc {19}

Round 28-38 :

19 sc (11 rows)

Info :

Tighten the thread, leave the long thread for sewing.

— Arms (2 details) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) - repeat 6 times {12}

Round 3-9 :

12 sc {14} (7 rows)

Info :

Do not fill the arms. Sew two halves, crocheting 6 sc. Leave the long thread for sewing.

— Legs (2 details) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) - repeat 6 times {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) - repeat 6 times {18}

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) - repeat 6 times {24}

Round 5 :

(11 sc, inc) - repeat 2 times {26}

Round 6 :

26 sc

Round 7 :

(11 sc, dec) - repeat 2 times {24}

Round 8 :

24 sc

Round 9 :

12 sc, inc, inc, 15 sc {31}

Round 10-15 :

31 sc (6 rows)

Round 16 :

14 sc, dec, 13 sc, dec {29}

Round 17 :

29 sc

Round 18 :

13 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec {27}

Round 19-20 :

27 sc (2 rows)

Round 21 :

12 sc, dec, 11 sc, dec {25}

Round 22 :

25 sc

Round 23 :

1 sc, dec, 11 sc, dec, 9 sc {23}

Round 24 :

23 sc

Round 25 :

1 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec, 8 sc {21}

Round 26 :

21 sc

Round 27 :

2 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 7 sc {19}

Round 28-38 :

19 sc (11 rows)

Info :

Tighten the thread, leave the long thread for sewing.

Info :

Fill the leg a little, not tightly. Sew two halves crocheting 12 sc. Leave the long thread for sewing.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) - repeat 6 times {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) - repeat 6 times {18}

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) - repeat 6 times {24}

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) - repeat 6 times {30}

Round 6 :

30 sc

Round 7 :

(3 sc, dec) - repeat 6 times {24}

Info :

Leave the long thread for sewing. Fill the tail and sew on it to the pillow from behind. Secure the thread, hide it inside.

— Assembling :

Info :

Sew on the ears to the top of the pillow (count 3-4 sc from the edge of the pillow).

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Sew on the arms a little diagonally between rows 14 and 17. The distance between the arms is about 18-19 sc.

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Sew on the legs to the bottom of the pillow, counting 2-3 sc from the edge of the pillow.

Info :

Take the black semi-cotton thread and embroider the eyebrows. Secure the thread and hide it inside the pillow.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the top of the pillow closed after working the final edge stitches; tighten the thread and leave a long tail for sewing, then sew the opening using a needle.
  • Fill the pillow evenly and especially stuff the corners well to give a neat square shape before sewing the bottom closed.
  • Sew the nose detail onto the pillow between rows 16 and 26 counting from the bottom, secure and hide the sewing thread inside.
  • Insert the safety eyes between rows 24 and 25 with a spacing of 9 single crochets between them; secure backs and embroider eyelids with black yarn.
  • Sew on the ears to the top edge of the pillow counting 3-4 sc from the edge, and position symmetry for both ears before securing.
  • Attach the arms diagonally between rows 14 and 17 with about 18-19 sc between them, and sew the legs to the bottom counting 2-3 sc from the edge.

Important Notes

  • 💡Crochet in spiral where instructed and avoid joining rows with slip stitch unless specified.
  • 💡Leave long sewing tails on every small detail (nose, ears, arms, legs, tail) to make assembly easy and secure.
  • 💡Stuff slowly and evenly; focus on the corners for the best square pillow shape and do not overstuff the small amigurumi details.
  • 💡Place safety eyes before stuffing or assembly to ensure correct positioning and to secure them firmly from the inside.
  • 💡Use transparent glue optionally for eyelid pieces if you prefer not to embroider them directly.

This adorable Pillow Bunny brings a soft, handmade touch to any room and doubles as a playful cuddly friend. 🧶 Handcrafted with plush yarn and sweet details, it makes a thoughtful gift for children and a cozy accent for your home. 🐰 Sew the nose, ears and limbs with love, and enjoy the bright smile it brings to any space. ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished pillow measures approximately 34 cm in height and 42 cm in width (not counting the full length of the ears) using the recommended plush yarn and 3.5mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size and texture will change; if you choose a different yarn weight, adjust your hook size accordingly and check gauge by comparing dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic experience with single crochet, increases, decreases and working in the round is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 5-7 hours, though time varies based on experience, customization and assembly care.

What size safety eyes are recommended?

Use safety eyes sized 22-24mm as recommended for the face proportions shown in the pattern.