Free Crochet Bunny Masterclass by @dzonknіts
In this free masterclass, you’ll learn how to crochet a simple bunny using amigurumi techniques. You can use any yarn that suits you, as well as an appropriate crochet hook. The author recommends Alize Lanagold yarn, but you can also use plush yarn like Himalaya Dolphin Baby or soft yarn like Alize Softy. This project is very simple and quick, perfect for beginners.
Finished Size of the Toy: Approximately 15 cm (5.9 inches).
Materials and Tools
- Yarn: Alize Lanagold (25 g) or Alize Softy
- Embroidery Thread for the face
- Crochet Hook: 2 mm
- Safety Eyes: 8 mm
- Stuffing for the toy
- Needle for attaching details
- Scissors
Crochet Abbreviations
- KA – Magic ring
- ch – Chain stitch
- sc – Single crochet
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- (…) x n – Repeat n times
Step-by-Step Instructions for the Amigurumi Bunny
Ears (2 Pieces)
- Make a magic ring and crochet 6 sc (6).
- (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9).
- Crochet 9 sc.
- (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12).
- (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15).
6-8. Crochet 15 sc. - (3 sc, dec) x 3 (12).
- Crochet 12 sc.
Paws (2 Pieces)
- Make a magic ring and crochet 6 sc (6).
- (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9).
3-4. Crochet 9 sc. - (2 dec, 5 sc) (7).
6-10. Crochet 7 sc. - Fold the piece in half, and crochet 3 sc through both layers.
Legs (2 Pieces)
- Make a magic ring and crochet 6 sc (6).
- Crochet 6 inc (12).
- Crochet 12 sc.
- (dec, 4 sc, inc, 5 sc).
- Crochet 5 sc, inc, 4 sc, dec.
- (dec, 5 sc, inc, 4 sc). Fasten off and cut the thread.
For the second leg, do not cut the thread, continue crocheting the body by making 3 ch and attaching it to the first leg.
Body-Head
- Crochet 12 sc in the first leg, 3 sc on the ch, 12 sc, 3 sc on the ch. Place a marker to mark the start of the round.
- (12 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc, 12 sc, inc, 1 sc, inc) (34).
3-5. Crochet 34 sc. - (5 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 2 sc) (30).
- Crochet 30 sc.
- (4 sc, dec) x 5 (25).
- (3 sc, dec) x 5 (20).
- Crochet 20 sc.
- (2 sc, dec) x 5 (15).
- In this round, attach the paws symmetrically to the body: 2 sc, 3 sc with the paw, 5 sc, 3 sc with the paw, 2 sc (15).
- Crochet 15 sc, then move on to the head.
- (15 inc) (30).
- (4 sc) x 6 (36).
16-22. Crochet 36 sc.
Eyes
Insert the safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20, 4 stitches apart.
Closing the Head
- (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30).
- (1 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec) x 5, 2 sc (24).
- (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18).
- (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12).
- 6 dec, fasten off, and pull tight.
Assembling the Toy
- Attach the paws to the body.
- Sew the ears to the head. You can position them slightly sideways for a cute effect.
- Embroider the eyelashes, eye highlights, and nose.
- If you want to turn your bunny into a keychain, simply attach a string.
Now, your adorable amigurumi bunny is ready! Enjoy your creation! 🐰
