A standing bunny with floppy ears has a nostalgic quality that few other amigurumi projects capture.
It looks like a beloved childhood toy, the kind that sits on a shelf and gets picked up whenever someone needs a moment of comfort. The long ears, the rounded body, the stubby little legs—every element contributes to the bunny's gentle, approachable character.
This bunny is worked in separate pieces and assembled. The legs are crocheted first and joined to form the body base. The head grows directly from the body with no neck seam. The arms and ears are made separately and sewn on, which allows for precise positioning.
Safety eyes and a small embroidered nose give the bunny its sweet expression. The face is simple—just eyes and a tiny stitched nose—which leaves the bunny's character open to interpretation.
Why You'll Love This Crochet Bunny
The jointed leg construction creates a stable base.
Two separate leg pieces are crocheted, joined in one continuous round, and the body builds upward from there. The legs are stuffed firmly, which gives the bunny enough weight to stand upright on its own without tipping.
The head is continuous from the body.
No sewing a head onto a neck. No worrying about the head tilting or the seam showing. After closing the body, you increase back out to form the head. The transition is smooth and seamless.
The ears are simple folded tubes.
A small increase early in the ear creates a subtle widening, then the ear works even to the desired length. Folded and sewn at the base, they attach cleanly to the head with no visible seaming technique required.
The arms are miniature versions of the same tube construction, stuffed lightly, folded flat at the opening, and sewn closed. They attach with a few stitches through the body, and the position can be adjusted for different poses.
Materials Needed
- Light or medium weight yarn in bunny color, approximately 80 grams
- 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 2 safety eyes (6–8 mm)
- Small amount of pink or black yarn for nose embroidery
Any smooth, plied yarn in a light color works well. Cream, white, soft grey, or pale brown are classic bunny colors. Acrylic is soft and affordable. Cotton gives crisper stitch definition.
For a larger bunny, use bulky yarn and a 5.0 mm hook. The pattern scales proportionally. For a smaller bunny, use sport weight and a 3.0 mm hook.
Best Yarn Choices for Amigurumi Bunnies
Acrylic is the most popular choice for amigurumi.
It's affordable, widely available in soft colors, and machine washable—important for toys that will be handled. Red Heart Super Saver or Caron Simply Soft both work well.
Cotton gives the crispest stitch definition. The bunny's features—especially the ear shaping—read more clearly in cotton. Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in cream or pale colors is an excellent choice.
Chenille or velvet yarns create an incredibly soft, plush bunny. The stitch definition disappears into the fuzz, but for a sensory toy, that texture is the point. Lion Brand Go For Fleece is a good option.
If you enjoy amigurumi, check out my crochet mushroom pattern and crochet frog pattern.
Gauge, Size Guide & Must-Have Tools
Tight tension is important. With worsted weight yarn and a 4.0 mm hook, expect about 5 single crochets per inch.
Finished dimensions:
- Height: about 6.3 inches including ears
- Width: about 3.9 inches at the body
Must-have tools:
- 4.0 mm hook: Sharp tip for tight stitches.
- Safety eyes: Insert between specified rounds before the head gets too small.
- Tapestry needle: For sewing pieces and embroidering the nose.
Pattern Notes & Tips Before You Start
The legs are worked separately first. Do not fasten off the second leg. You'll join the legs in round 6 by single crocheting around both legs in a figure-eight pattern, similar to joining the caps of the no-sew heart.
Use invisible decreases throughout. Insert hook under the front loop only of the next two stitches, yarn over, pull through both front loops, yarn over, pull through both loops. Invisible decreases reduce the gaps that standard decreases create.
Stuff as you go. The legs get stuffed before joining. The body gets stuffed before closing. The head gets stuffed before the final decrease rounds. Don't wait until the opening is small.
The ears are not stuffed. They lay flat and flop naturally. Fold each ear in half at the base and sew closed, then attach to the head with a few stitches through both the ear base and the head.
Abbreviations Explained
- ch – chain: Yarn over, pull through loop.
- dec – decrease: Sc2tog over two stitches, preferably invisible.
- inc – increase: 2 single crochets in the same stitch.
- rep – repeat: Work the instruction set again.
- sc – single crochet: Insert hook, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through both.
- sl st – slip stitch: Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop.
Step-by-Step Standing Bunny
Legs (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 2. Work 6 sc into the 2nd chain from hook. Slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1. Inc around. Slip stitch. (12 stitches)
Rounds 3–5: Chain 1. Sc around. Slip stitch. (12 stitches per round)
Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg.
Body
Round 6: With the second leg still on your hook, sc into any stitch of the first leg. Sc in the remaining 11 stitches of the first leg. Sc in the 12 stitches of the second leg. Slip stitch. (24 stitches)
Rounds 7–11: Chain 1. Sc around. Slip stitch. (24 stitches)
Round 12: Chain 1. (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) repeat around. Slip stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 13: Chain 1. (Sc, dec) repeat around. Slip stitch. (12 stitches)
Stuff the legs and body firmly.
Round 14: Chain 1. Dec around. Slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Head
Round 1: Chain 1. Inc around. Slip stitch. (12 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1. (Sc, inc) repeat around. Slip stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1. (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) repeat around. Slip stitch. (24 stitches)
Rounds 4–6: Chain 1. Sc around. Slip stitch. (24 stitches)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6.
Round 7: Chain 1. (Sc in next 2 stitches, dec) repeat around. Slip stitch. (18 stitches)
Round 8: Chain 1. (Sc, dec) repeat around. Slip stitch. (12 stitches)
Stuff the head firmly.
Round 9: Chain 1. Dec around. Slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Fasten off with a long tail. Cinch the opening closed, knot, and hide the end inside.
Arms (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 2. Work 8 sc into the 2nd chain from hook. Slip stitch. (8 stitches)
Rounds 2–4: Chain 1. Sc around. Slip stitch. (8 stitches)
Stuff lightly. Fold the round in half. Sc through both layers to close. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing. Attach to the body sides.
Ears (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 2. Work 6 sc into the 2nd chain from hook. Slip stitch. (6 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1. (Sc in next 2 stitches, inc) repeat around. Slip stitch. (8 stitches)
Rounds 3–6: Chain 1. Sc around. Slip stitch. (8 stitches)
Fasten off with a long tail. Fold in half at the base. Sew to the head.
Finishing
Embroider a small nose with pink or black yarn. Weave in all ends. The bunny stands on its own.
Easy Variations & Custom Ideas
Different ear lengths: Add or subtract rounds from the ear section for shorter or longer ears.
Clothing: Crochet a tiny scarf or bow to add personality.
Blush cheeks: Use pink fabric paint or light embroidery for rosy cheeks.
Standing pose: The weighted legs naturally support standing. For extra stability, add poly pellets in a fabric pouch inside the legs before stuffing.
Common Troubleshooting and Fixes
Bunny won't stand: The legs may need more stuffing. Stuff firmly and ensure the leg bottoms are flat. Poly pellets in the bottom of each leg add weight.
Head tilts: The head is continuous from the body. If it tilts, the stitch counts at the transition may be off. Verify round counts for body round 14 and head round 1.
Ears won't stay up: The ears are meant to flop. If you want upright ears, insert a pipe cleaner or wire into each ear before sewing closed.
Visible holes at decreases: Use invisible decreases throughout. Standard sc2tog creates a small but visible bump.
Final Thoughts
There's something about a handmade bunny that feels like comfort in physical form.
Maybe it's the long ears. Maybe it's the soft yarn. Maybe it's knowing that someone made it with care. Whatever the reason, a crochet bunny gets held, carried around, and loved in a way that few other projects do.
Make one in cream for a classic look, then make another in a wild color because why not.
Tag me if you post yours. Bunnies are my absolute favorite amigurumi to see.
