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Straight Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

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

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

About This Straight Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet two straight bunnies (small and large) using aran/worsted weight yarn. The design includes full leg-to-body joining, head shaping with eye placement guidance, embroidered facial details and optional scarves. The instructions are photo-supported, beginner-friendly and written in US crochet terms.

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

You will learn to make legs, join them into a body, shape the head, ears, arms and tail, then assemble and embroider the face. The pattern provides both small and large sizes so you can pick your favorite.

Why You'll Love This Straight Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances simple construction with charming character — the straight body and long legs create such a sweet silhouette. I enjoy how quick it is to make a small version for a pocket-sized gift, while the large version becomes a cuddly keepsake. The embroidery steps let me add personality easily without complicated sewing. Sharing this pattern lets me see others bring their own creative touches to each bunny.

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

Switch Things Up

I love to customize these bunnies by changing yarn color — I often make soft pastels for nursery gifts or earthy tones for rustic decor.

I sometimes swap the aran yarn for sport weight and a smaller hook to create a tiny keychain-sized bunny; conversely, a bulkier yarn makes a chunky cuddle buddy.

I like to vary the facial embroidery to give each bunny a unique expression — moving the eyes slightly closer or farther apart changes the personality dramatically.

I also add tiny crocheted accessories like hats, little dresses or knitted scarves if I want seasonal versions for holidays.

Try altering leg length or body rounds to make squat or long-legged variations — for example add 2-4 extra rounds in the body for a taller figure.

I sometimes use safety eyes for sturdiness, but for baby-safe toys I embroider the eyes instead to keep everything soft and washable.

To make a posable bunny, I carefully insert thin craft wire into the limbs before closing them up, which lets me bend arms into cute poses.

Experiment with textured stitches on the scarf or body — a ribbed or seed stitch scarf adds a lot of visual interest with minimal effort.

I like to finish the scarf with a button, but you can also sew on a snap or tie the ends for an alternative closure.

Don\'t be afraid to mix yarn brands — as long as the weights are similar and your tension remains consistent you can create many charming variations of the same pattern.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting a stitch marker when joining legs and continuing in spiral rounds; solution: place a stitch marker at the first joined stitch and move it each round to keep your stitch counts accurate. ✗ Overstuffing early in the body can distort shaping later on; solution: stuff gradually as instructed, adding small amounts at key rounds for even, controlled shaping. ✗ Skipping counts during increases and decreases results in uneven rounds; solution: count stitches after every increase or decrease round to confirm totals match the pattern. ✗ Using the recommended hook size from the yarn label without testing gauge makes stuffing show through; solution: use a hook one size smaller (3.00mm or 3.50mm suggested) and check how tightly your amigurumi stitches work. ✗ Sewing head and body with too little yarn tail makes finishing difficult; solution: leave long yarn tails for sewing and weave them through stitches to secure parts without gaps.

Straight Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Make two adorable straight bunnies with this friendly amigurumi pattern — a small and a large version included. You will enjoy simple, clear instructions with full step-by-step rounds, helpful photos, and assembly tips so you can finish a charming handmade toy. Perfect for gifting or keeping, each bunny is designed with neat shaping and an optional scarf for a sweet finishing touch.

Beginner Friendly 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Straight Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Paintbox Simply Aran Paper White - aran/worsted weight yarn (main color) for body, head, legs, arms and ears
  • 02
    Paintbox Simply Aran Washed Teal - aran/worsted weight yarn (accent) for scarf and button detail

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.00mm (recommended) or 3.50mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 4.50mm to crochet the scarf
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 04
    Trimming scissors
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Polyester fibrefill stuffing
  • 07
    One pair of 10 mm black safety eyes
  • 08
    One pair of 12 mm black safety eyes
  • 09
    Pins for marking facial placement

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— Small Straight Bunny :

Legs & Body Step One :

Colour: Paper White

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 5 sc into the ring [5 sts]

Round 2 :

Increase 5 times [10 sts]

Round 3-12 :

Sc around (10 rounds in total) [10 sts]

Info :

We\'ve now finished the first leg. Cut a couple of inches / 5 cm long yarn tail to fasten off and set the leg aside for now.

Info :

Crochet one more leg and once you\'ve done the 12th round, do NOT cut the yarn carry on following the pattern.

Step 1 :

Chain 3

Step 2 :

Take the first leg & crochet 10 sc around it. When you crochet the first sc, place your stitch marker into the first stitch.

Step 3 :

Crochet 3 sc (one sc into every chain stitch / we have 3 chain stitches)

Step 4 :

We are now crocheting around the second leg 10 sc

Step 5 :

Working on the other side of the chain. Crochet 3 sc (one sc into every chain stitch / we have 3 chain stitches) [26 sts]

Info :

After the step 5 we have 26 stitches in total.

Round 14-21 :

Sc around (8 rounds in total) [26 sts]

Round 22 :

5 sc, inv dec, 11 sc, inv dec, 6 sc [24 sts]

Round 23 :

Sc around [24 sts]

Round 24 :

*inv dec, 6 sc* rep 3 times [21 sts]

Round 25 :

Sc around [21 sts] Remember to add stuffing as you crochet.

Round 26 :

*5 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [18 sts]

Round 27 :

Sc around [18 sts]

Round 28 :

*inv dec, 4 sc* rep 3 times [15 sts] slip stitch to finish.

Info :

Cut a long enough yarn tail to sew head & body together. Thread the yarn tail onto a yarn needle & bring it out from the next stitch by inserting the needle from back to front of the next stitch.

— Small Head :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3 :

*sc, inc* rep 6 times [18 sts]

Round 4 :

*2 sc, inc* rep 6 times [24 sts]

Round 5 :

*3 sc, inc* rep 6 times [30 sts]

Round 6 :

*4 sc, inc* rep 6 times [36 sts]

Round 7-12 :

Sc around (6 rounds in total) [36 sts]

Round 13 :

*4 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [30 sts]

Info :

At this point insert the eyes in between 10th & 11th rounds. Leave 7 holes between the 2 eyes.

Round 14 :

*3 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [24 sts]

Round 15 :

*2 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [18 sts]

Info :

Fill the head with fibrefill.

Round 16 :

*4 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [15 sts] sl st

Info :

Cut a small yarn tail to fasten off.

Info :

Embroidery & facial placement: follow the photo steps to mark 7 pins where the facial parts will be embroidered.

Info :

Insert your needle from the open bottom of the head. Leave a 5 cm / 2\" long tail dangling out. Bring your needle out from the hole numbered as 1. Insert the needle into the hole numbered as 2 & come out from number 1. Go in & out number 1 & 2 three times.

Info :

Your needle is now coming out of the hole numbered as 1. Insert it into the hole numbered as 2, but bring it out from the middle hole in between number 1 & 2. Insert the needle down into the third hole to create straight / vertical bar. Then bring the needle out from the hole numbered 4.

Info :

Insert the needle into the hole numbered as 5 & bring it out from the hole numbered as 6. Insert the needle into the hole numbered as 7 and bring it out from the open bottom of the head.

Info :

Make a couple of tight knots to secure the facial parts. Cut the excessive thread tails. Ready to sew head & body together.

Info :

Sewing head & body together: first put a little bit more stuffing inside the head. Start sewing and stop half way to add stuffing as necessary. Finish sewing and fasten off.

— Small Ears :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 5 sc into it [5 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 5 times [10 sts]

Round 3 :

*sc, inc* rep 5 times [15 sts]

Round 4-7 :

Sc around (4 rounds in total) [15 sts]

Round 8 :

*3 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [12 sts]

Round 9 :

Sc around [12 sts]

Round 10 :

*inv dec, 4 sc* rep twice [10 sts]

Round 11 :

Sc around [10 sts]

Round 12 :

*inv dec, 3 sc* rep twice [8 sts]

Round 13 :

Sc around [8 sts]

Info :

We now need to flatten the ear and to do that; crochet just one slip stitch. Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing. Thread the yarn onto a yarn needle; insert the needle inside the next hole from inside out to bring the yarn tail out for sewing. Press & shape the ear with your fingers.

Info :

No need to put any stuffing inside the ears.

Info :

Sew the ears in between the 3rd & 7th rounds; counting from the top / first round / 6 sc in the magic ring.

— Small Arms :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2-16 :

Sc around (15 rounds in total) [6 sts]

Info :

No need to fill the arms with fibrefill.

Round 17 :

We will now flatten the arm; simply push the top (open end) flat. We now have 3 stitches on each side. Just crochet 3 sc over the both sides of the flatten piece.

Info :

When you need to crochet over the both sides of a flatten piece, insert your hook under both sc sts you have on the both sides of the piece as you see in the photo. Then carry on crocheting normal single crochet stitches. Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing.

Info :

I\'ve sewn the arms in between the last two rounds of the body and I\'ve used 4 holes to sew each arm to the body.

— Small Tail :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3 :

*3 sc, inc* rep 3 times [15 sts]

Round 4 :

Sc around [15 sts]

Round 5 :

*sc, inv dec* rep 5 times [10 sts] sl st

Info :

Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing. Put a tiny bit stuffing inside the tail. Bring the yarn tail out from the next stitch.

— Scarf Step Six :

Info :

Colour: Washed Teal. Crocheting with 4.50mm hook.

Step :

Make a slip knot & crochet 50 chain stitches. Turn the back side of the chain where you will see horizontal stitches look like the runner stitches as you see in the photo. Needle is to show you both horizontal stitch and the 4th st, and then half double crochet into the 4th horizontal stitch to create a button hole.

Step :

Carry on crocheting half double crochet until the end of the chain. Cut a tiny yarn tail to sew the button on the edge of the scarf. I used a 1.50 cm plastic button, but you can use any button you have in your button jar.

Step :

Wrap the scarf twice around the bunny\'s neck and button it up.

— Assembling the small bunny :

Info :

Sew head & body together: first add a little more stuffing into the head then sew head and body together; stop halfway to add stuffing as necessary. Finish sewing and fasten off.

Info :

Sew ears between the 3rd & 7th rounds, counting from top. Sew arms to the side of body between last two rounds using 4 holes for each arm. Attach tail to bottom back of body.

— Large Straight Bunny :

Legs & Body Step One :

Colour: Paper White

Round 1 :

Magic ring and 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3-20 :

Sc around (18 rounds in total) [12 sts] Once you\'ve crocheted 10 rounds, stop & put some fibrefill into the leg. Crochet the next 8 rounds and put some more fibrefill into the leg.

Info :

Cut a small yarn tail for fastening off. Set the first leg aside for now and make another leg.

Round 21 :

Second leg is done now. We\'ll join the legs just like we did with the small bunny.

Step :

Chain 6

Step :

12 sc around the first leg (remember to place your stitch mark once you\'ve done the first sc)

Step :

6 sc (sc into every chain)

Step :

12 sc around the second leg

Step :

6 sc (sc into every chain)

Info :

Once we\'ve joined the legs we should have 36 sts in total [36 sts]. Weave the tiny yarn coming from the first leg tail inside stitches & drop it into the second leg, same as we did with the small bunny.

Round 22-35 :

Sc around (14 rounds in total) [36 sts] Start filling the body and keep adding more stuffing as you crochet the other rounds.

Round 36 :

*10 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [33 sts]

Round 37 :

Sc around [33 sts]

Round 38 :

*9 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [30 sts]

Round 39 :

Sc around [30 sts]

Round 40 :

*8 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [27 sts]

Round 41 :

Sc around [27 sts]

Round 42 :

*7 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [24 sts]

Round 43 :

Sc around [24 sts]

Round 44 :

*6 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [21 sts]

Round 45 :

*5 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [18 sts] sl st

Info :

Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing head & body together. Bring the yarn tail out from the next stitch.

— Large Head :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3 :

*sc, inc* rep 6 times [18 sts]

Round 4 :

*2 sc, inc* rep 6 times [24 sts]

Round 5 :

*3 sc, inc* rep 6 times [30 sts]

Round 6 :

*4 sc, inc* rep 6 times [36 sts]

Round 7 :

*5 sc, inc* rep 6 times [42 sts]

Round 8 :

*6 sc, inc* rep 6 times [48 sts]

Round 9-18 :

Sc around (10 rounds in total) [48 sts]

Info :

Insert the eyes in between 14th & 15th rounds; start counting from the top / beginning. Leave 11 holes in between two eyes.

Round 19 :

*6 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [42 sts]

Round 20 :

*5 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [36 sts]

Round 21 :

*4 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [30 sts]

Info :

Start filling the head with fibrefill.

Round 22 :

*3 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [24 sts]

Round 23 :

*2 sc, inv dec* rep 6 times [18 sts]

Info :

Sl st, cut a little yarn tail to fasten off. Add a bit more stuffing.

— Large Ears :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3 :

*3 sc, inc* rep 3 times [15 sts]

Round 4-7 :

Sc around (5 rounds in total) [24 sts]

Round 8 :

*3 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [12 sts]

Round 9 :

Sc around [12 sts]

Round 10 :

*inv dec, 4 sc* rep twice [10 sts]

Round 11 :

Sc around [10 sts]

Round 12 :

*inv dec, 3 sc* rep twice [8 sts]

Round 13 :

Sc around [8 sts]

Info :

We now need to flatten the ear and to do that; crochet just one slip stitch. Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing. Thread the yarn onto a yarn needle; insert the needle inside the next hole from inside out to bring the yarn tail out for sewing. Press & shape the ear with your fingers. No need to put any stuffing inside the ears.

Info :

Sew the ears in between the 3rd & 9th rounds on the large bunny\'s head.

— Large Arms :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 8 sc into it [8 sts]

Round 2-23 :

Sc around (22 rounds in total) [8 sts]

Info :

After the 10th round is done put a little bit of stuffing into the tip of the arm / hand. After that no more stuffing is needed.

Round 24 :

Push the open end together and crochet 4 sc over the single crochet stitches you have on the both sides. [4 sts]

Info :

Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing.

— Large Tail :

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc into it [6 sts]

Round 2 :

*inc* rep 6 times [12 sts]

Round 3 :

*3 sc, inc* rep 3 times [15 sts]

Round 4 :

Sc around [15 sts]

Round 5 :

*5 sc, inv dec* rep 3 times [18 sts]

Round 6 :

Sc around [18 sts]

Round 7 :

*inv dec* rep 12 times [12 sts] sl st

Info :

Put some stuffing into the tail. Cut a long enough yarn tail for sewing.

— Assembling the large bunny :

Step 1 :

Sew head & body together.

Step 2 :

Sew the ears on bunny\'s head in between the 3rd & 9th rounds.

Step 3 :

Sew the arms on each side of the bunny in between the last two rounds on the body by using 5 holes.

Step 4 :

Find the best place for the tail and sew it on the bottom of the bunny\'s body.

Info :

Wrap the scarf twice around the bunny\'s neck and button it up. Add any final shaping and weave in ends.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the body: put a little extra stuffing into the head, align the head opening to the top of the body, sew using the long yarn tail in even stitches and add stuffing halfway as needed before finishing.
  • Sew the ears on the head between the indicated rounds (small: between rounds 3 and 7; large: between rounds 3 and 9), using the yarn tails left from the ear pieces and securing with neat stitches.
  • Attach the arms to the sides of the body between the last two rounds of the body; for the small bunny use 4 holes to sew each arm, and for the large bunny use approximately 4-5 holes to secure each arm.
  • Sew the tail to the lower back of the body, placing it centrally; secure with several passes of the yarn tail and hide the tail inside the body.
  • Wrap the crocheted scarf around the neck twice and sew a small button on the edge of the scarf to fasten it closed as shown in the photos.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round when working in continuous spiral rounds to keep track of rounds and placement.
  • 💡Leave yarn tails a bit longer than you think you need for sewing parts together to make assembly easier and more secure.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly — add stuffing as you work through the body and head so the shape remains smooth and consistent.
  • 💡Work slightly tighter than usual when crocheting amigurumi so the stuffing doesn\'t show through, using a smaller hook than the yarn label suggests if needed.

This Straight Bunny pattern includes two sizes so you can make a tiny companion or a larger cuddly friend for someone special. The design uses simple shapes and gentle shaping to create a timeless, sweet bunny with a cute scarf and embroidered face. Whether you\'re gifting or keeping one for yourself, these bunnies are handmade happiness in yarn form. 🧶🐰✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished small bunny measures approximately 9" / 22 cm tall from feet to the tip of the ears; the large bunny measures approximately 15" / 38 cm tall from feet to the tip of the ears when made with the recommended yarn and hooks.

Which hook sizes should I use for this pattern?

The pattern recommends a 3.00mm or 3.50mm hook for the body pieces and a 4.50mm hook for crocheting the scarf; choose the hook that gives you a tight fabric to prevent stuffing showing through.

Can I use different yarn weights?

Yes — changing yarn weight will alter the final size. If you use thicker yarn, choose a larger hook and be mindful that shaping and stitch counts may result in a different finish.

Do I need experience with invisible decreases?

Some shaping uses invisible decrease; the pattern explains how to work inv dec and provides tips so beginners can achieve neater decreases.

How long does this project take to complete?

Most crocheters complete a single bunny in about 5-7 hours depending on size and experience, with the full set (small and large) taking longer.