Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Yarn: Medium weight (worsted) yarn in two colors: one for the bunny’s body and another for the hoodie.
- Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm
- Safety Eyes: 6.0 mm for the bunny’s face.
- Stuffing: Polyester filling for shaping.
- Yarn Needle: For finishing.
- Stitch Markers: Helpful for tracking rounds.
- Scissors: For trimming yarn ends.
- Approximate Dimensions:
- Finished Height: 8-10 inches
- Head Circumference: 6-7 inches
- Body Length: 5-6 inches
- Arms & Legs Length: 3-4 inches
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 single crochet in one stitch)
- dec = decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- st = stitch
- sl st = slip stitch
- mr = magic ring
- FO = fasten off
Stitching Instructions for Making Some Bunny in the Hood Pattern:
Head:
- Start the Magic Ring: Create a magic ring and work 6 sc into it. (6)
- Increase Round: Increase in every stitch around. (12)
- Shaping the Head: (Sc 1, inc) repeat around. (18)
- Expand the Head: (Sc 2, inc) repeat around. (24)
- Add More Rounds: (Sc 3, inc) repeat around. (30)
- Straight Rounds: Sc in each stitch around for 4 rounds. (30)
- Shaping the Neck: (Sc 3, dec) repeat around. (24)
- Narrowing the Head: (Sc 2, dec) repeat around. (18)
- Final Shaping: (Sc 1, dec) repeat around. (12)
- Close Off: Decrease around to finish. (6)
- Stuff the Head: Add stuffing to the head. Attach safety eyes between rounds 6-7, about 4 stitches apart.
Body:
- Start with Magic Ring: Begin with a magic ring, making 6 sc into it. (6)
- Increase: Inc in every stitch around. (12)
- Shape the Body: (Sc 1, inc) repeat around. (18)
- Continue Expanding: (Sc 2, inc) repeat around. (24)
- Straight Rounds: Sc in each stitch around for 4 rounds. (24)
- Shaping the Body: (Sc 2, dec) repeat around. (18)
- Taper the Body: (Sc 1, dec) repeat around. (12)
- Finish Off: Decrease around to close. (6)
- Stuff the Body: Add a firm amount of stuffing to give the body structure.
Arms (Make 2):
- Start Magic Ring: Begin with a magic ring and make 6 sc into it. (6)
- Increase: Inc in every stitch around. (12)
- Straight Rounds: Sc in each stitch around for 3 rounds. (12)
- Shape the Arms: (Sc 1, dec) repeat around. (8)
- Finish Off: Sc in each stitch around. (8)
- Lightly Stuff: Add a small amount of stuffing to each arm.
Legs (Make 2):
- Start with Magic Ring: Create a magic ring and make 6 sc into it. (6)
- Increase: Inc in every stitch around. (12)
- Straight Rounds: Sc in each stitch around for 4 rounds. (12)
- Shape the Legs: (Sc 1, dec) repeat around. (8)
- Finish Off: Sc in each stitch around. (8)
- Lightly Stuff: Add a little stuffing to each leg.
Hoodie:
- Start with Magic Ring: Begin with a magic ring and 6 sc into it. (6)
- Increase: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
- Expand: (Sc 1, inc) repeat around. (18)
- Continue Expanding: (Sc 2, inc) repeat around. (24)
- Straight Rounds: Sc in each stitch around for 4 rounds. (24)
- Shape the Hoodie: (Sc 2, dec) repeat around. (18)
- Finish Off: (Sc 1, dec) repeat around. (12)
- Close Off: Decrease around to finish. (6)
- Leave Space for the Face: The hoodie should be large enough to fit over the head with enough room to show the bunny’s face.
Assembly:
- Attach the Head: Position the head on the body, making sure the face is oriented forward. Sew around the neck to attach it securely.
- Position the Arms: Sew the arms onto each side of the body, adjusting for a natural pose.
- Attach the Legs: Place the legs at the bottom of the body, slightly apart, and sew them into place.
- Attach the Hoodie: Position the hoodie over the bunny’s head, and sew the edge around the face, leaving enough room for the eyes to be visible.
Finishing Touches:
- Weaving Ends: Use the yarn needle to hide any loose ends.
- Shaping: Gently manipulate the bunny to adjust its shape, ensuring the stuffing is evenly distributed.
- Optional Details: Embellish with stitched facial features, like a little nose or a smile.
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