Crochet Rowan the Rabbit
Crochet Rowan the Rabbit is a delightful and charming amigurumi project that's sure to bring a smile to your face. With its sweet features and adorable design, this cute bunny is perfect for both children and adults who love handmade treasures. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter looking for a fun new pattern to try or a beginner eager to learn the craft, Rowan the Rabbit is a fantastic project to dive into. The detailed instructions and step-by-step guidance make it easy to create your very own cuddly companion. Get your yarn and hook ready, and let's crochet some magic together with Rowan the Rabbit!
Materials:
(8ply / yarn weight #3 or #4)
- 30g / 90 yards of white double knit yarn
- Scraps of pink yarn
Hook: 4mm (US size G)
You will also need:
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- 2 x 9mm pink / black safety eyes
- Polyester toy stuffing
Gauge:
4 dc/sc = 1 inch / 2.5 cm
Size: Finished rabbit measures = 4.5 inches high / 11.4 cm high
These measurements are approximated, and actual subjects may vary. Pattern will work in other yarns though gauge/size will be different.
Abbreviations:
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- sp = space
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch(s) = chain
- dc/sc = UK double / US single crochet
- dc/sc2tog = UK double Crochet / US Single Crochet 2 sts together
- popcorn (PC) = Work 5 tr/dc in st indicated, remove hook completely, insert hook in 1st tr/dc (1st tr/dc of the 5), insert hook in loop that you just removed your hook from (5th tr/dc of the 5), yarn over and pull through both loops on hook.
Working without joining:
All the parts of the rabbit are worked without joining using a stitch marker to keep track of the rounds. Place the stitch marker in the top of the first st to mark start of round.
Pattern:
Body:
Rnd 1: With white yarn; either make a magic ring (adjustable ring) to start or ch 2, crochet 6 dc/sc into the ring / 2nd ch from hook, use tail yarn to tighten centre ring closed if necessary (6 sts).
Rnd 2: 2 dc/sc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 3: *1 dc/sc in next, 2 dc/sc in next st * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (18 sts).
Rnd 4: * 1 dc/sc in next 2 sts, 2 dc/sc in next st, * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd(24 sts).
Rnd 5: * 1 dc/sc in next 3 sts, 2 dc/sc in next st, * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (30 sts).
Rnd 6 – 10: 1 dc/sc in each st around (30 sts).
Rnd 11- Arms and Tail: PC in the next st, 1 dc/sc in the next 7 sts, PC in the next st, 1 dc/sc in the next 6, PC in the next st, 1 dc/sc in the remaining sts (30 sts).
Rnd 12: 1 dc/sc in each st around (30 sts).
- Add your safety eyes in between rows 7 and 8 about 1.25 inches/ 3.3cm apart and in-between the PC arms.
Rnd 13: * 1 dc/sc in the next 3 sts, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of rnd, begin to stuff your rabbit (24 sts).
Rnd 14: *1 dc/sc in the next 2 sts, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd (18 sts).
Rnd 15: *1 dc/sc in the next st, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd (12 sts).
- With pink yarn embroider a nose for your rabbit in a triangle shape (over rnds 13-14); adding a line underneath for the mouth
- Finish off stuffing the body
Rnd 16: *1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd, cut thread leaving a long tail (6 sts).
- Using your tail end and using your yarn needle sew the last 6 stitches, finish off and weave in ends.
Ears (Make 2):
Rnd 1: With white yarn; either make a magic ring (adjustable ring) to start or ch 2, crochet 6 dc/sc into the ring / 2nd ch from hook, use tail yarn to tighten centre ring closed if necessary (6 sts).
Rnd 2: 2 dc/sc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 3 – 7: 1 dc/sc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 8: *1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd, cut thread leaving a long tail (6 sts).
- Sew ears into place on top of your rabbits head with tail end of yarn.
Feet (Make 2):
Rnd 1: With white yarn; ch 6, 1 dc/sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each st along until end (5 sts), then working down the other side of your sts work 1 dc/sc until end (10sts).
Rnd 2 – 6: 1 dc/sc in each st around, sl st to the next st to join but leave a long tail for sewing. (10 sts).
- Sew the sides of the feet together then sew onto the front of your rabbit on rnd 13 approximately 0.25 inch / 1.5 cm apart.
And that’s it! Simple, cute and addictive!