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Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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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 Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a 30 cm (12 in) square snuggle blanket with an attached amigurumi bunny head, ears and arms. It uses Baby DK yarn and simple granny-style rounds for a soft, textured blanket edge. The bunny head and limbs are worked in small pieces and sewn into place, with embroidered facial features for safety. Ideal for baby gifts or a quick, charming project.

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

Written in UK terminology with US equivalents in brackets, the pattern includes full instructions for all pieces and clear seaming guidance. Simple techniques make this a lovely project to practice shaping, joining and neat finishing.

Why You'll Love This Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends a classic granny-style blanket with a cuddly amigurumi companion, creating something both useful and sentimental. I enjoy how quickly the blanket grows with simple repeated rounds, and how the small head and limbs let me practice shaping without a big time commitment. The finished piece is soft, baby-friendly and perfect for gifting, which always feels rewarding. I also love that it uses minimal yarn and tools, yet produces a polished, professional-looking toy for little ones.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customise this Snuggle Bunny by changing colours; try pastels for a softer baby palette or bright contrast for a playful look.

If you want a larger comforter, use a thicker yarn and a bigger hook and work extra rounds in the main section for more drape.

For a mini keychain version, use finer yarn and a smaller hook to scale the head and arms down and omit the full blanket.

Consider adding crocheted accessories like a tiny bow, scarf or a little heart to personalise your bunny for a special gift.

You can change the ear patch colour or embroider freckles or eyelashes to give different personalities to each bunny you make.

I sometimes add a loop to a corner so the comforter can be hung on a pram or cot clip for easy carrying.

Try using textured or boucle yarn for the blanket rounds to create a super-snuggly feel while keeping the head and ears in smooth yarn for clear detailing.

For safety, avoid adding small glued eyes for babies and opt for embroidered features as shown in the pattern.

If you enjoy sewing, try creating matching booties or a little hat using the same Baby DK yarn to make a gift set.

Don't be afraid to experiment with stitch tension; adjusting your hook by a half size can change the fabric feel without altering the overall design.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the gauge check will change the finished size and proportions; make a 10 cm square swatch and adjust your hook if needed. ✗ Forgetting to fold and press the Main Section carefully will make assembly uneven; press the blanket gently before sewing on pieces to ensure a neat finish. ✗ Not leaving long tails when fastening off makes sewing pieces on difficult; always leave a fairly long end for neat, secure stitching. ✗ Overstuffing the head or arms creates a stiff, distorted shape; stuff gradually and aim for firm but still fairly soft filling for best results.

Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet Snuggle Bunny comforter that's perfect for little hands. This easy amigurumi-style blanket combines a classic granny-square main with a cuddly bunny head, ears and arms. Youll enjoy quick rounds, simple shaping and a soft, baby-friendly finish. Great as a handmade gift or a comforting keepsake for a new arrival.

Beginner Friendly 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Snuggle Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Baby DK weight yarn (Paintbox Yarns Baby DK) - 50g balls as seen on cover
  • 02
    A - Champagne White - 1 x 50g ball
  • 03
    B - Misty Grey - 1 x 50g ball
  • 04
    C - Slate Grey - oddment for embroidery (small amount for facial features)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3mm (UK 11 - US C2/D3)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 4mm (UK 8 - US G6)
  • 03
    Washable toy filling
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    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 06
    Stitch markers (optional)
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Main Section :

Info :

Make 4 ch using 4mm (UK 8 - US G6) crochet hook and A, and join with a ss to form a ring.

Round 1 :

(rs) 3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ring, (2 ch, 3 tr (dc) into ring) 3 times, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 2 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * twice more, 1 ch, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 3 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 4 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) twice, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 5 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 3 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 6 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 4 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 7 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 5 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 8 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 6 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 9 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 7 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 10 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 8 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 11 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 9 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Info :

Break off A and join in B.

Round 12 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 10 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Info :

Break off B and join in A.

Round 13 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 11 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 14 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 12 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 15 :

3 ch (counts as first st), 2 tr (dc) into ch sp partly formed by dc (sc) at end of previous round, *(1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc), 3 tr (dc) into next ch sp) 13 times, 1 ch, miss 3 tr (dc)**, (3 tr (dc), 2 ch and 3 tr (dc)) into next ch sp, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, 3 tr (dc) into same ch sp as used at beg of round, 1 ch, 2 ch, ss to top of 3 ch at beg of round.

Round 16 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 tr, *(1 dc (sc) into next ch sp, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 tr) 14 times, 3 dc (sc) into next ch sp**, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 tr, rep from * to end, ending last rep at **, ss to first dc (sc).

Info :

Fasten off.

— Head :

Info :

Make 2 ch using 3mm (UK 11 - US C2/D3) crochet hook and A.

Round 1 :

(rs) 6 dc (sc) into 2nd ch from hook, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 6 sts.

Round 2 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 2 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 2 dc (sc) into each of next 5 dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 12 sts.

Round 3 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into next dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into next dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into next dc (sc) 3 times, 2 dc (sc) into next dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into next dc (sc) 3 times, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 18 sts.

Round 4 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into each of first 8 sts, 2 dc (sc) into each of next 2 sts, 1 dc (sc) into each of last 8 sts, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 20 sts.

Round 5 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into next dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc), (2 dc (sc) into next dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 26 sts.

Round 6 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into each st to end, ss to first dc (sc), turn.

Round 7 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into next dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 4 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc)) twice, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 32 sts.

Round 8 :

as round 6.

Round 9 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into each of first 15 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of last 15 dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 34 sts.

Round 10 :

as round 6.

Round 11 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc), dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 14 dc (sc), (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc)) twice, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 30 sts.

Round 12 :

as round 6.

Round 13 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 5 dc (sc), (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 5 dc (sc), (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc)) twice, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 24 sts.

Round 14 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into each of first 10 sts, (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 sts) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of last 10 sts, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 22 sts.

Round 15 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (1 dc (sc) into next st, dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 sts) 3 times, (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 sts) twice, 1 dc (sc) into next st) 3 times, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 14 sts.

Round 16 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 sts) 7 times, ss to first st. 7 sts.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a fairly long end.

— Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

Make 2 ch using 3mm (UK 11 - US C2/D3) crochet hook and A.

Round 1 :

(rs) 4 dc (sc) into 2nd ch from hook, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 4 sts.

Round 2 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 2 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 2 dc (sc) into each of next 3 dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 8 sts.

Round 3 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into each dc (sc) to end, ss to first dc (sc), turn.

Round 4 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 2 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), 2 dc (sc) into last dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 12 sts.

Rounds 5 to 14 :

as round 3.

Round 15 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), dc2tog (sc2tog) over first 2 sts, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), (dc2tog (sc2tog) over next 2 dc (sc)) twice, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 2 dc (sc), dc2tog (sc2tog) over last 2 dc (sc), ss to first st, turn. 8 sts.

Round 16 :

as round 3.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a fairly long end.

— Ear Patches (Make 2) :

Info :

Make 2 ch using 3mm (UK 11 - US C2/D3) crochet hook and B.

Row 1 :

(rs) 3 dc (sc) into 2nd ch from hook, turn. 3 sts.

Row 2 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into each dc (sc) to end, turn.

Rows 3 to 9 :

as row 2.

Row 10 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), dc3tog (sc3tog) over all 3 sts, turn. 1 st.

Row 11 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into top of dc3tog (sc3tog).

Row 12 :

as row 2.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a fairly long end.

— Arms (Make 2) :

Info :

Make 2 ch using 3mm (UK 11 - US C2/D3) crochet hook and A.

Round 1 :

(rs) 6 dc (sc) into 2nd ch from hook, ss to first dc (sc), turn. 6 sts.

Round 2 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 2 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 2 dc (sc) into each of next 5 dc (sc), ss to first dc (sc), turn. 12 sts.

Round 3 :

1 ch (does NOT count as st), 1 dc (sc) into st at base of 1 ch, 1 dc (sc) into each of next 11 sts, ss to first dc (sc), turn.

Info :

Rep last round 6 times more.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a fairly long end.

— Making Up :

Info :

Press Main Section only very carefully.

Info :

Insert toy filling into Head so that Head is firmly filled but still fairly soft. Beg and end of rounds is centre back of Head, and last round is neck edge round.

Info :

Fold Ears flat - final round is edge that will be attached to Head. Using photograph as a guide, lay Ear Patch centrally along one side of Ear so that foundation ch edge of Patch is level with final round of Ear, and very neatly sew Patch in place.

Info :

Sew Ears to Head as in photograph - Ears should "flop" forwards, with Ear Patch towards front of Head.

Info :

Using oddment of C and photograph as a guide, embroider satin stitch eyes onto Head, then embroider a straight stitch "Y" shape for nose.

Info :

Insert toy filling into Arms so that Arms are firmly filled but still fairly soft. Fold Arm flat at top (last round) and then neatly sew Arms to neck edge of Head, using photograph as a guide.

Info :

Sew completed Head, Ears and Arms onto centre of Main Section as in photograph.

Info :

Safety note: Ensure all stitching is very secure to avoid the risk of the baby pulling sections apart and swallowing them!

Assembly Instructions

  • Press the Main Section gently and flat before attaching pieces so seams sit neatly and pieces align correctly.
  • Insert toy filling into Head until it is firmly filled but still fairly soft; position the head so the last round becomes the neck edge and sew securely to the centre of the Main Section.
  • Fold each Ear flat and sew the Ear Patch to the centre of one side of the Ear; then position Ears on the Head so they flop forwards and sew in place neatly.
  • Embroider satin stitch eyes and a straight stitch 'Y' nose using oddment of C, using the photograph as a guide for placement.
  • Insert filling into Arms until firm but soft, fold flat at top and sew Arms to the neck edge of the Head as shown in the photograph.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds and corners, especially when changing colours or joining pieces to the Main Section.
  • 💡Stuff the head and arms gradually and evenly so shapes remain smooth and soft; overstuffing will distort the pieces.
  • 💡Leave fairly long ends when fastening off to make sewing pieces together easier and more secure.
  • 💡Press the Main Section only very carefully to avoid stretching the stitches and to ensure correct final shape.

This Snuggle Bunny pattern is a delightful quick project that combines a cosy blanket with a lovable little companion. It makes a heartwarming handmade gift and a soft comforter for babies and toddlers. Enjoy making and gifting this sweet creation that brings warmth and smiles. 🧵🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The completed blanket measures approximately 30 cm (12 in) square when worked with the recommended Baby DK yarn and hooks.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect the finished size and drape; adjust hook size accordingly and check your tension gauge.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated beginner friendly and uses basic stitches, so it's suitable if you know chains, double/single crochet and simple increases/decreases.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters finish this project in 2-3 hours, depending on experience and how much time you spend on finishing and embroidery.

How should I clean the finished snuggle bunny?

Use washable yarn as recommended and spot clean when possible; for full washing follow yarn care instructions and hand wash gently if needed.