Meet this adorable morning rabbit amigurumi that's sure to brighten up your day!
With its charming sleepy expression, cozy orange pajamas, and that sweet little nightcap, this bunny captures the perfect lazy morning vibe. What makes it extra special is how the soft blue yarn creates a beautiful contrast with the vibrant orange, while the yellow accents add just the right pop of cheerfulness.
Ready to make your own sleepy-time companion? I've put together a detailed step-by-step guide with clear photos and diagrams to help you create this cuddly friend. Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, I'll walk you through every stitch!
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Details About the Rabbit
When finished, this adorable sleepy friend stands about 22 inches (56 cm) tall from ears to toes - the perfect size for cuddling! The body is delightfully huggable while still being compact enough to display on your nightstand or shelf.
For the color palette, I'm in love with this dreamy combination of sky blue, bright orange, and sunny yellow - it gives such a cheerful morning vibe!
But feel free to play around with colors that speak to you. I've seen some gorgeous versions from other makers, including soft lavender bodies with white pajamas for a soothing bedtime feel, pastel pink with mint green accents for a sweet spring look, and classic white bunnies with baby blue sleepwear for a timeless charm.
Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks
For this sleepy bunny, I absolutely adore using Loopara 4 ply milk cotton yarn - it's my go-to choice for almost all my amigurumi projects! The yarn has this incredible softness that's perfect for creating cuddly toys, and its stitch definition is simply amazing. You'll notice how beautifully each detail of the bunny's face and pajamas stands out. Plus, milk cotton yarn holds its shape wonderfully, which means your bunny will stay looking fresh and perky even after lots of love and hugs.
For this project, we'll be working with a 2.5mm hook. I know some of you might be thinking "that's quite small!" but trust me on this one! This hook size creates nice, tight stitches that give your bunny a polished, professional look. The smaller hook also ensures that no stuffing will peek through the stitches, which is especially important for amigurumi projects.
The tight stitch texture is particularly fantastic for the granny square details on the pajamas - it creates these adorably crisp and defined squares that really make the design pop. When working with this yarn and hook combination, your granny squares will have that perfect, neat appearance that really elevates the overall look of your bunny.
Materials needed for the Rabbit
- Yarn – Loopara 4ply combed cotton (White 01, Green 13, Green 25, Blue 30, Blue 33, Yellow 44 and Black 90)
- Hook – 2.5mm
- Iron wire – 0.5mm
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker
- Tweezers
- Yarn Needle
- Fiber Fill
- Eyes
- Molding strips
- Alcohol glue
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch - chain stitch
- sc - single crochet
- sl - slip stitch
- sc2tog - single crochet 2 stitches together
- inc - increase
- sk - skip stitch
How to Crochet Rabbit – Step by Step
How to Crochet the Ears (Make 2)
Round 1: chain 51, add 45cm wire along the length of chain.
Round 2: increase in second chain from hook, work 49 single crochets, work 3 single crochets in next stitch, increase, work 49 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
How to Crochet the Tail (Make 1)
Round 1: create a magic ring, work 6 single crochets in ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 6 increases, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, (single crochet, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, (2 single crochets, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 5-6: chain 1, work 24 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 7: chain 1, (2 single crochets, decrease) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 8: chain 1, (single crochet, decrease) 6 times, stuff with fiberfill, slip stitch to join.
Round 9: chain 1, (single crochet, decrease) 4 times, slip stitch to join, fasten off.
Tips: Stuff firmly but not too tightly - the tail should be squishy.
How to Crochet the Arms (Make 2)
Round 1: chain 3, single crochet in second chain from hook, 3 single crochets in next stitch, single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, increase, work 4 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, (single crochet, increase) 3 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 4-5: chain 1, work 9 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, (single crochet, decrease) 3 times, stuff with fiberfill, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 7-32: chain 1, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join. Fasten off, insert 15cm wire through the arm for shaping.
Tips: When stuffing, use small bits of fiberfill and don't overstuff. Make sure both arms are the same length for symmetry.
How to Crochet the Feet (Make 2)
Round 1: chain 6, increase in second chain from hook, work 3 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next stitch, work 4 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, increase, single crochet, increase, work 3 single crochets, increase, single crochet, increase, work 3 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, (work 7 single crochets, increase) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, (work 8 single crochets, increase) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, (work 9 single crochets, increase) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, (work 10 single crochets, increase) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 7: chain 1, work 2 increases, work 10 single crochets, work 2 increases, work 10 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 8: chain 1, (work 13 single crochets, increase) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 9: chain 1, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 10: chain 1, (work 13 single crochets, decrease) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 11: chain 1, work 2 decreases, work 10 single crochets, work 2 decreases, work 10 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 12-13: chain 1, work 24 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 14: chain 1, (work 10 single crochets, decrease) 2 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 15: chain 1, decrease, work 9 single crochets, decrease, work 9 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 16-17: chain 1, work 20 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 18: chain 1, work 13 single crochets, chain 6, skip 6 stitches, single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 19: chain 1, decrease, work 9 single crochets, decrease, work 6 single crochets, single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 20: chain 1, work 18 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 21: chain 1, decrease, work 7 single crochets, decrease, work 7 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 22: chain 1, work 22 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 23: chain 1, decrease, work 6 single crochets, decrease, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 24: chain 1, work 7 decreases, slip stitch to join. Leave a long tail for sewing. Add 50cm wire for foot shaping, stuff firmly with fiberfill.
How to Crochet the Slippers (Make 2)
Round 1: create a magic ring, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 6 increases, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, work (single crochet, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, work (2 single crochets, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, work (3 single crochets, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 6-12: chain 1, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 13: chain 1, work 14 single crochets, chain 1, turn.
Round 14: decrease, work 10 single crochets, decrease, turn.
Round 15: work 12 single crochets, turn.
Round 16: decrease, work 8 single crochets, decrease, turn.
Round 17: work 10 single crochets, turn.
Round 18: decrease, work 6 single crochets, decrease, turn.
Round 19: work 8 single crochets, turn.
Round 20: decrease, work 4 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join, turn.
Round 21: work 6 single crochets, turn.
Round 22: decrease, work 2 single crochets, decrease, turn.
Round 23: work 4 single crochets.
Round 24: chain 1, work 1 single crochet in each stitch around.
Round 25: change color, chain 1, work 1 single crochet in each stitch around.
Tips: Each round starts with chain and ends with slip stitch. Final round has no chain. Make sure both slippers are the same size.
How to Crochet the Legs (Make 2)
Round 1: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, work (2 single crochets, decrease) 3 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, work 9 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, work (single crochet, decrease) 3 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 7-45: chain 1, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join. Do not fasten off one leg as it will be used to continue working the body.
How to Crochet the Body
Round 1: chain 30, work 6 single crochets, work 30 single crochets, work 6 single crochets, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 72 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, work 72 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, single crochet, decrease, work 34 single crochets, decrease, work 33 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, work 2 decreases, work 30 single crochets, work 2 decreases, work 32 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, decrease, work 31 single crochets, decrease, work 31 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 7: chain 1, decrease, work 30 single crochets, decrease, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 8: chain 1, work 14 single crochets, work 4 single crochets together with tail, work 44 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 9: chain 1, decrease, work 13 single crochets, work 4 single crochets together with remaining tail stitches, work 11 single crochets, work 2 decreases, work 26 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 10: chain 1, decrease, work 27 single crochets, decrease, work 27 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 11: chain 1, decrease, work 26 single crochets, decrease, work 26 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 12: chain 1, decrease, work 25 single crochets, decrease, work 25 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 13: chain 1, decrease, work 23 single crochets, decrease, work 25 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 14: chain 1, decrease, work 22 single crochets, decrease, work 24 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 15: chain 1, decrease, work 21 single crochets, decrease, work 23 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 16: chain 1, decrease, work 20 single crochets, decrease, work 22 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 17: chain 1, decrease, work 19 single crochets, decrease, work 21 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 18: chain 1, decrease, work 18 single crochets, decrease, work 20 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 19: chain 1, decrease, work 16 single crochets, decrease, work 20 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 20: chain 1, decrease, work 15 single crochets, decrease, work 19 single crochets, slip stitch to join. Stuff body with fiberfill.
Round 21: chain 1, decrease, work 13 single crochets, decrease, work 19 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 22: chain 1, decrease, work 13 single crochets, decrease, work 17 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 23: chain 1, decrease, work 11 single crochets, decrease, work 17 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 24: chain 1, decrease, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 25: chain 1, decrease, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 26: chain 1, work 11 single crochets, work 3 single crochets together with arm stitches, work 13 single crochets, work 3 single crochets together with arm stitches, slip stitch to join.
Round 27: chain 1, work 11 single crochets, work 3 single crochets together with remaining arm stitches, work 13 single crochets, work 3 single crochets together with remaining arm stitches, slip stitch to join. Stuff with fiberfill.
Round 28: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, decrease, work 14 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 29: chain 1, work 11 single crochets, decrease, work 13 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 30: chain 1, work 10 single crochets, decrease, work 12 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 31: chain 1, work 9 single crochets, decrease, work 11 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 32: chain 1, work 10 single crochets, decrease, work 8 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 33: chain 1, decrease, work 7 single crochets, decrease, work 9 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 34: chain 1, decrease, work 6 single crochets, decrease, work 8 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 35: chain 1, decrease, work 5 single crochets, decrease, work 7 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 36: chain 1, work 14 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 37: chain 1, work 14 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 38: chain 1, decrease, work 4 single crochets, decrease, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 39: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 40: chain 1, decrease, work 4 single crochets, decrease, work 4 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 41: chain 1, work 10 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Tips: If you notice your body looking asymmetrical when crocheting, pause and count your stitches after each decrease round. If the finished body feels too soft, you can add extra stuffing through the neck opening. Remember to keep the neck opening relatively tight - this will help when attaching the head later.
How to Crochet the Head (Make 1)
Round 1: chain 17, work 15 single crochets in second chain from hook, work 4 single crochets, work 14 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 2 increases, work 12 single crochets, work 2 increases, work 2 single crochets, work 2 increases, work 14 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 3-5: chain 1, work 42 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, decrease, work 18 single crochets, decrease, work 20 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 7: chain 1, decrease, work 17 single crochets, decrease, work 19 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 8: chain 1, decrease, work 14 single crochets, work 2 decreases, work 16 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 9: chain 1, decrease, work 13 single crochets, decrease, work 17 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 10: chain 1, decrease, work 12 single crochets, decrease, work 16 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 11: chain 1, work 30 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 12: chain 1, decrease, work 11 single crochets, decrease, work 15 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 13: chain 1, work 28 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 14: chain 1, work 28 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 15: chain 1, work 12 single crochets, decrease, work 12 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 16: chain 1, work 11 single crochets, decrease, work 11 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 17: chain 1, work 10 single crochets, decrease, work 10 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 18: chain 1, work 9 single crochets, decrease, work 9 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join.
Round 19: chain 1, decrease, work 7 single crochets, work 2 decreases, work 5 single crochets, decrease, slip stitch to join. Stuff firmly with fiberfill, leave a long yarn tail for attaching the ears.
Tips: Stuff extra firmly in the cheek areas for a cute, chubby look. Make sure to distribute stuffing evenly for symmetry. Leave enough tail length for secure ear attachment.
How to Crochet the Eyelids (Make 2)
Round 1: chain 9, work 8 single crochets in second chain from hook, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, increase, work 6 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, increase, work 8 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, increase, work 10 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join, fasten off.
How to Crochet the Eyes (Make 2)
Round 1: create a magic ring, work 6 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 6 increases, slip stitch to join.
How to Crochet the Nose (Make 1)
Round 1: chain 4, work 3 single crochets in second chain from hook, turn.
Round 2: increase, single crochet, increase, turn.
Round 3: increase, work 3 single crochets, increase, turn.
Round 4: increase, work 5 single crochets, increase, slip stitch around.
How to Crochet the Pillow (Make 1)
Round 1: Work chain 29.
Rounds 2-13: Work 28 single crochets, chain 1, then turn work.
Make two identical pieces, then stack them together with wrong sides facing. Join edges with single crochet around, working 3 single crochets in each corner. Fill with fiberfill before closing final seam. Change yarn color. Repeat (chain 1, slip stitch) around entire edge.
How to Crochet the Pants (Make 1)
Round 1: chain 60, join to form ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: chain 1, work 60 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, work 60 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, work (9 single crochets, increase) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, work 44 single crochets, chain 10, skip 10 stitches, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, work 44 single crochets, work 10 single crochets, work 12 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 7-14: chain 1, work 66 single crochets, slip stitch to join. Fold in half to find middle, divide into 33 stitches for each leg.
Round 15: chain 1, work 33 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Round 16: chain 1, work (increase, 6 single crochets) 4 times, increase, work 3 single crochets, increase, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 17-25: chain 1, work 39 single crochets, slip stitch to join.
Repeat rounds 15-25 to crochet the other leg.
How to Crochet the Shirt (Make 1)
Round 1: using white yarn, chain 48.
Round 2: work 48 single crochets (change to blue in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 3: chain 1, work (6 single crochets, decrease) 6 times (change to white in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 4: chain 1, work 42 single crochets (change to blue in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 5: chain 1, work (5 single crochets, decrease) 6 times (change to white in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 6: chain 1, work 36 single crochets (change to blue in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 7: chain 1, work (4 single crochets, decrease) 6 times (change to white in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 8: chain 1, work (4 single crochets, decrease) 6 times (change to blue in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 9: chain 1, work 25 single crochets (change to white in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 10: chain 1, work 3 single crochets, chain 10, skip 4 stitches, work 11 single crochets, chain 10, skip 4 stitches, work 3 single crochets (change to blue in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 11: chain 1, work 3 single crochets, work 10 single crochets, work 11 single crochets, work 10 single crochets, work 3 single crochets (change to white in last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 12: chain 1, work 37 single crochets, slip stitch to join, fasten off.
Tips: Each round ends with a slip stitch. Change colors in the last loop of the final stitch for clean stripes. Keep your tension consistent when changing colors.
Crochet Rabbit Assemble
Step 1: Find the correct position for the eyes and secure them firmly using fabric glue.
Step 2: Sew the eyelids in place above the secured eyes.
Step 3: Split black yarn into two strands and embroider the nose and mouth.
Step 4: Dress the bunny in its shirt and pants.
Step 5: Insert the wire support through the center of the head for stability.
Step 6: Complete the remaining sewing work to finish assembly.
Care and Cleaning Instructions
Daily Care Tips
Regular maintenance will help extend your crochet rabbit's lifespan. We recommend gently brushing the surface with a soft-bristled brush to remove dust and debris. Regularly inspect the secured parts, particularly the wire-supported areas and safety eyes.
For loose threads, trim carefully with sharp scissors rather than pulling. A quick once-over every few weeks will help catch any potential issues before they become problems.
Washing Methods
Due to the internal wire structure and safety features, this handmade item requires delicate cleaning. For general cleaning, spot clean with a damp white cloth and mild detergent. Always test cleaning solutions on a small, inconspicuous area first.
When dealing with stains, use gentle blotting motions rather than rubbing. Avoid submerging in water or machine washing as this may compromise the structural integrity. Air dry at room temperature, reshaping gently while damp.
Storage Suggestions
To maintain your rabbit's appearance and structure, store in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight. Use breathable fabric storage bags rather than plastic containers to prevent moisture buildup.
If storing long-term, gently stuff the garments with acid-free tissue paper to maintain shape. Position the rabbit in a natural pose to prevent wire deformation, and consider using a dust cover while maintaining air circulation. Regular inspection during storage will help ensure your handmade piece stays in pristine condition.
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