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Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern

Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern
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4-5 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern

This delightful bunny hand puppet pattern combines the charm of amigurumi with interactive play functionality. Featuring a sweet gray bunny with long ears and embroidered facial features, this puppet is designed to fit comfortably on your hand for storytelling adventures. The pattern includes techniques for creating dimensional ears, attaching arms directly to the body, and finishing with professional embroidery details that bring the character to life.

Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The finished puppet measures approximately 28cm (11 inches) tall and uses super bulky yarn for quick stitching and a soft, cuddly texture. This pattern is perfect for creating special gifts or adding to your collection of handmade toys.

Why You'll Love This Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines my passion for amigurumi with the magic of interactive play! The joy on children's faces when they see this bunny come to life during puppet shows is simply priceless. I find the construction technique fascinating - the way the arms attach directly during body creation creates such a professional finish. The embroidery details add personality that makes each bunny unique, and working with the plush yarn makes the stitching process incredibly satisfying and quick.

Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations to create unique bunny personalities! Try making a brown bunny with cream accents, or go bold with a rainbow bunny using variegated yarn. You could even create a whole bunny family by scaling the pattern up or down slightly.

For seasonal variations, consider adding a tiny crocheted bow tie for formal occasions, or small flower accessories for spring themes. I've also experimented with adding small pockets to the body where children can store tiny treasures during play.

Another fun modification I enjoy is creating themed bunnies - a chef bunny with a tiny white hat, or a superhero bunny with a small cape. The basic pattern is so versatile that you can really let your creativity shine while maintaining the functional puppet design that makes this pattern so special for interactive play.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the head firmly enough before closing, resulting in a floppy appearance ✗ Placing the safety eyes too far apart or too close together, affecting facial expression ✗ Not leaving long enough tails when cutting yarn, making assembly difficult and less secure ✗ Skipping the eye indentation technique, missing the professional sculpted look that brings the bunny to life

Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable bunny hand puppet with this charming crochet pattern! This sweet gray bunny features expressive plastic eyes, embroidered details, and functional arms that make storytelling come alive. Perfect for interactive play, puppet shows, or as a comforting companion for children. The pattern includes detailed step-by-step instructions with helpful photos to guide you through creating this delightful handmade toy that will bring joy to kids and adults alike.

Intermediate 4-5 Hours

Materials Needed for Bunny Hand Puppet Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super bulky yarn - Himalaya Dolphin baby (120m - 100g) in gray color (1 skein, № 80351)
  • 02
    Sport cotton yarn - Yarn Art Jeans (160m - 50g) in black color for embroidery eyebrows and eyelashes
  • 03
    Sport cotton yarn - Yarn Art Jeans in pink color for embroidery nose
  • 04
    Sport cotton yarn - Yarn Art Jeans in gray color for sewing pieces

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 4.5 mm
  • 02
    Large needle
  • 03
    Knitting markers
  • 04
    Plastic safety eyes 8 mm (1 pair)
  • 05
    Fiber filler

Progress Tracker

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— HEAD :

R 1 :

7 sc in MR (7)

R 2 :

inc * 7 (14)

R 3 :

inc * 14 (28)

R 4 :

(3 sc, inc) * 7 (35)

R 5 :

(4 sc, inc) * 7 (42)

R 6 :

(13 sc, inc) * 3 (45)

R 7-11 :

45 sc (5 rounds)

R 12 :

(13 sc, dec) * 3 (42)

R 13 :

(4 sc, dec) * 7 (35)

R 14 :

(3 sc, dec) * 7 (28)

Info :

Insert safe plastic eyes. Fix eyes between 10 and 11 rounds from the head's top. The distance between the eyes is 9 sc. Stuff the head with fiber filler.

R 15 :

(2 sc, dec) * 7 (21)

R 16 :

(1 sc, dec) * 7 (14)

R 17 :

dec * 7 (7)

Info :

Draw the yarn through 7 loops and tighten. Cut and secure the yarn.

— EARS (2 details) :

R 1 :

7 sc in MR (7)

R 2 :

inc * 7 (14)

R 3 :

sc (14)

R 4 :

(1 sc, inc) * 7 (21)

R 5-8 :

21 sc (4 rounds)

R 9 :

(1 sc, dec) * 7 (14)

R 10 :

14 sc, sl st

Info :

Leave the tail for sewing. Cut the yarn. Don't stuff the piece. Make 2 details.

— ARMS :

R 1 :

6 sc in MR (6)

R 2 :

inc * 6 (12)

R 3 :

(2 sc, inc) * 4 (16)

R 4-5 :

16 sc (2 rounds)

R 6 :

(2 sc, dec) * 4 (12)

R 7-9 :

12 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Make sl st, cut the yarn. Don't stuff. Make 2 pieces.

— BODY :

Info :

Leave the tail for sewing, begin crochet without sl st. Make 24 ch, sl st in the first loop. Make a circle.

R 1 :

24 sc

R 2 :

(3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)

R 3 :

(4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)

R 4 :

(5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)

R 5 :

crochet together with arm - 7 sc, 13 sc only on the body, 7 sc together with another arm, 15 sc only on the body (42)

R 6 :

sc2tog, crochet only on the arm - 4 sc, sc2tog, 12 sc only on the body, sc2tog, 4 sc only on the another arm, sc2tog, 14 sc only on the body (38)

R 7 :

dec, 2 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 14 sc (34)

R 8 :

34 sc, ch

R 9-14 :

34 dc (6 rounds)

Assembly Instructions

  • Fold ears in half and then quadruple, sew on top of the head at a distance of 1-2 cm from each other
  • Use gray cotton yarn to indent the eyes by pulling thread through back of head above left eye
  • Pass needle from below under left eye and pull out under right eye, ensuring yarn falls inside left eye
  • Pass needle from above right eye, making sure thread lies inside the eye, and pull out at same place behind head
  • Tighten both threads so eyes are sunken, tie knot and hide tail inside head
  • Embroider nose with pink yarn as shown in photos
  • Embroider eyelashes and eyebrows with thin black yarn following photo guide
  • Sew the completed body to the head as shown in assembly photos

Important Notes

  • 💡Use knitting markers to keep track of your rounds during construction
  • 💡Stuff the head firmly with fiber filler before closing for proper shape
  • 💡Don't stuff the arms or ears - they should remain flexible for puppet functionality
  • 💡When attaching arms to body, crochet them directly into the body rounds for secure attachment
  • 💡Use sc2tog technique on both sleeve sides to avoid holes in the armpit area
  • 💡Leave long tails when cutting yarn for easier assembly and more secure sewing

This charming bunny hand puppet pattern brings together the best of amigurumi craftsmanship with interactive play possibilities! The adorable gray bunny features sweet embroidered details and perfectly positioned arms that make puppet shows magical. Whether you're creating a special gift or adding to your handmade toy collection, this pattern delivers both cuteness and functionality. Get ready to bring smiles and storytelling adventures to life! 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🐰✨

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FAQs

What size crochet hook should I use for this pattern?

Use a 4.5mm crochet hook throughout the entire pattern for the best results with the recommended yarn weights.

Can I use different yarn colors for this bunny?

Absolutely! While the pattern calls for gray, you can use any color you prefer. Just make sure to use the same yarn weights - super bulky for the main body and sport weight for embroidery details.

Do I need to stuff the arms and ears?

No, do not stuff the arms or ears. They should remain unstuffed and flexible so the puppet functions properly and the ears have natural movement.

How do I attach the arms to the body?

The arms are crocheted directly into the body during round 5. This creates a more secure attachment than sewing them on separately. Follow the detailed instructions for crocheting together with the arms.

What if I can't find the exact yarn recommended?

You can substitute with any super bulky yarn for the main body (similar to Himalaya Dolphin Baby) and sport weight cotton yarn for embroidery details. Just maintain the same yarn weights for proper sizing.

How do I make the eyes look more professional?

Follow the eye indentation technique shown in the pattern. This involves using gray cotton yarn to pull the areas around the plastic eyes inward, creating a more sculpted, professional appearance.