Bunny Lovey

Materials Needed & Measurements:

  • Yarn:
    • Light worsted #3 (DK/8 ply) yarn
    • Cotton and bamboo blend (e.g., Coboo Lion Brand in Pink and White)
  • Polyester Fiberfill (for stuffing the bunny)
  • Black Thread Yarn (for the eyes)
  • Crochet Hook: Size 3mm (C/2)
  • Other Tools:
    • Scissors
    • Yarn Needle
    • Pins (with large heads)
    • Stitch Marker or Thin Yarn (for marking stitches)
    • Optional: Ergonomic Crochet Hook Set
  • Blanket Size: 30.5 cm x 30.5 cm (12 inches x 12 inches)
  • Bunny Height: 14 cm (5.5 inches)

Abbreviations:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
  • dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • st: stitch

Stitching Instructions for Making Bunny Lovey Pattern:

Bunny Head:

  • Magic Ring: Begin with a magic ring and crochet 6 sc into the ring (6 stitches).
  • Round 1: Inc in each stitch (12 stitches).
  • Round 2: Sc in the next stitch, inc in the next stitch repeat around (18 stitches).
  • Round 3: Sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the next stitch repeat around (24 stitches).
  • Rounds 4-7: Sc in each stitch around (24 stitches) for 4 rounds.
  • Round 8: Sc in the next 2 stitches, dec repeat around (18 stitches).
  • Round 9: Sc in the next stitch, dec repeat around (12 stitches).
  • Round 10: Dec around (6 stitches). Secure the stitch and leave a long yarn tail for attaching. Lightly stuff the head.

Bunny Ears (Make 2):

  • Round 1: Ch 5, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc across (4 stitches).
  • Rounds 2-4: Sc in each stitch around (4 stitches) for 3 rounds.
  • Round 5: Dec, sc in the next 2 stitches; repeat (3 stitches).
  • Round 6: Sc in each stitch around (3 stitches). Leave a long yarn tail for attaching.

Bunny Body:

  • Magic Ring: Work 6 sc into the ring (6 stitches).
  • Round 1: Inc in each stitch (12 stitches).
  • Round 2: Sc in the next stitch, inc in the next stitch repeat around (18 stitches).
  • Round 3: Sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the next stitch repeat around (24 stitches).
  • Rounds 4-7: Sc in each stitch around (24 stitches) for 4 rounds.
  • Round 8: Sc in the next 2 stitches, dec repeat around (18 stitches).
  • Round 9: Sc in the next stitch, dec repeat around (12 stitches).
  • Round 10: Dec around (6 stitches). Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for stitching. Lightly stuff the body.

Arms (Make 2):

  • Magic Ring: Work 6 sc into the ring (6 stitches).
  • Rounds 1-4: Sc in each stitch around (6 stitches).
  • Round 5: Sc in the next stitch, dec repeat around (4 stitches). Fasten off, leaving an extended yarn tail for stitching.

Assembling the Bunny:

  • Attach the arms to the sides of the body using a yarn needle and stitch them securely in place.
  • Attach the head to the body in the same manner.
  • Position the ears on top of the head and sew them into place with the yarn needle.
  • Use black thread to stitch simple eyes onto the face.

Blanket:

  • Foundation Chain: Ch 36.
  • Row 1: Sc in each chain across (35 stitches).
  • Rows 2-30: Ch 1, turn, sc across. Repeat until the square measures 12” x 12” (30.5 cm).

Final Assembly:

  • Once the bunny is securely attached to the blanket, use the yarn needle to weave in any loose ends.
  • Your Bunny Lovey is complete and ready to be enjoyed!

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