What you'll need
| One size only: | about 13 inches tall |
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Red Heart Hygge - Lavender
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1 |
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Red Heart Hygge - Pearl
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1 |
Product Description
Tulip the bunny rabbit has come for a visit, just in time for Easter! With a sweet smile and big floppy ears, this fuzzy bunny is sure to delight. Best of all, she works up quickly with relatively few seams.
This pattern was designed for the 2019 Softie CAL at CAL Central.
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Tulip the Bunny Rabbit by Pia Thadani
What is Being Made
Tulip the Bunny Rabbit is a crocheted stuffed toy bunny designed by Pia Thadani. This Easter-themed amigurumi features a sweet smile and characteristic big floppy ears. The finished toy works up quickly with relatively few seams required for assembly, making it an efficient project for crafters looking to create a cuddly companion or seasonal decoration.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
This intermediate-level crochet pattern employs fundamental amigurumi construction techniques combined with specialized stitches to create dimension and structure. The pattern utilizes the following crochet stitches:
- Single Crochet (sc) – the primary stitch used throughout the pattern for building dense, sturdy fabric
- Back Post Single Crochet (bpsc) – used to create textural variation and definition in specific sections
- Chain (ch) – foundational stitch for starting rows and creating structure
- Increase (inc) – special stitch technique used to expand stitches within rounds for shaping
- Decrease (dec) – special stitch technique used to reduce stitches for shaping and creating contours
The pattern is written in US crochet terminology. Exact gauge is not critical for this project; however, stitches should be worked tightly enough to prevent stuffing from showing through the fabric. The first leg should measure approximately 1.5 inches by 3 inches before stuffing to ensure proper proportions.
Materials and Tools
This project requires chunky-weight yarn, which contributes to the quick construction time. The recommended yarn is Red Heart Hygge, with the following yardage and color specifications:
- 100 yards of #8579 Lavender
- 110 yards of #8406 Pearl
Additional materials include Poly-Fill fiber fill for stuffing the bunny and a Neck Roll pillow form for structure. A Size K / 6.5 mm crochet hook is required, or a size appropriate to match the recommended gauge for the chosen yarn.
Project Characteristics
As an intermediate-level crochet project, Tulip the Bunny Rabbit is suitable for crafters with foundational crochet knowledge who are ready to tackle amigurumi construction. The pattern demonstrates efficient design with minimal seaming, allowing makers to complete the project in a reasonable timeframe while still achieving a polished, professional-looking finished toy.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Chunky |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Pia Thadani |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | I received the Hygge yarn for this pattern for free from Red Heart, and the Poly Fil fiberfill free from Fairfield. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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