Easy Amigurumi Bunny (Free Crochet Pattern)

This little bunny is the amigurumi pattern I wish I'd had when I started. It uses only single crochet, increases and decreases, and every round is written out with stitch counts, so you always know where you are.

Pattern Highlights

Only basic stitches. If you can single crochet, you can make this.
Works up in 2 to 3 hours from scraps of worsted-weight yarn.
Every round includes a stitch count, so it's easy to check your work.
Small, soft and huggable. A sweet baby shower or Easter basket gift.

Materials

Worsted-weight yarn in main color (about 80 yd)
Small amount of white yarn for the tail
3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hook
Two 9 mm safety eyes (or black yarn for embroidered eyes)
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Stitch marker
Yarn needle and scissors

Abbreviations used

This pattern uses US crochet terms. Tap any abbreviation for a full explanation, or see the complete crochet abbreviations list.

MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet (UK: double crochet (dc))
inc – increase
invdec – invisible decrease
st(s) – stitch(es)
rnd(s) – round(s)
pm – place marker
FO – fasten off

The crocheted bunny head, ears and body before assembly

Tips for success

Use a stitch marker. Spirals make it easy to lose count. Move the marker up at the start of every round.
Stuff as you go. Add stuffing a little at a time, starting before the opening gets small.
Try the invisible decrease. Working through front loops only gives a smooth, gap-free finish.
Pin before you sew. Ears placed even one round off can change the whole expression.

The finished amigurumi bunny sitting upright

The Pattern

Skill level: Easy
Yarn: Worsted (#4), 100% cotton or acrylic
Yarn amount: About 80 yd (73 m) main color, 5 yd (5 m) white for the tail
Hook: 3.5 mm (E-4)
Gauge: Not critical. Work tightly so the stuffing doesn't show (about 5 sc = 1 in / 2.5 cm).
Finished size: About 6 in (15 cm) tall, including ears
Time: 2 to 3 hours

Head (main color)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR, pm. (6)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] 6 times. (30)
Rnds 6–10: sc in each st around. (30)
Rnd 11: [3 sc, invdec] 6 times. (24)
Insert safety eyes between rnds 8 and 9, about 6 sts apart.
Rnd 12: [2 sc, invdec] 6 times. (18) Begin stuffing firmly.
Rnd 13: [sc, invdec] 6 times. (12)
Rnd 14: invdec 6 times. (6) FO and close the hole.

Ears (make 2, main color)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR, pm. (6)
Rnd 2: [sc, inc] 3 times. (9)
Rnds 3–8: sc in each st around. (9)
Rnd 9: [sc, invdec] 3 times. (6) Do not stuff. Flatten, FO and leave a long tail for sewing.

Body (main color)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR, pm. (6)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 5–9: sc in each st around. (24)
Rnd 10: [2 sc, invdec] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 11–12: sc in each st around. (18)
Rnd 13: [sc, invdec] 6 times. (12) Stuff firmly. FO and leave a long tail for sewing.

Tail (white)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR, pm. (6)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: invdec 6 times. (6) FO and leave a tail for sewing.

Assembly

Sew the open end of the body to the bottom of the head.
Sew the ears to the top of the head, between rnds 3 and 4, about 4 sts apart.
Sew the tail to the back of the body, about 3 rnds up from the bottom.
Weave in all ends.

Pattern notes

Worked in a continuous spiral. Do not join rounds with a sl st.
Numbers in parentheses (6) are the stitch count at the end of the round.
For children under 3, embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes.

Keep this pattern handy while you crochet:

Easy Amigurumi Bunny (Free Crochet Pattern) · Pattern by mycrochetmakes · mycrochetmakes.com/easy-amigurumi-bunny/
Free for personal use. Please don't sell or redistribute this pattern.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this bunny with a different yarn weight?

Yes. Use a hook 1 to 2 sizes smaller than the yarn label recommends so the fabric stays tight. Thicker yarn makes a bigger bunny; DK or sport weight makes a smaller one.

Is this bunny safe for babies?

For children under 3, skip the safety eyes and embroider the eyes with yarn instead. Sew all parts on very securely.

Why do I see stuffing between my stitches?

Your stitches are too loose. Go down a hook size, and try the yarn-under technique for single crochet, which makes tighter, neater stitches.

Do I join each round with a slip stitch?

No. This pattern is worked in a continuous spiral. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round so you don't lose your place.