Crochet Amigurumi Bunny Holding A Heart Pattern  

Crocheting a bunny holding a heart is a charming and satisfying project that brings warmth and joy to anyone who sees it. This adorable creation starts with simple yarn and a crochet hook, transforming into a snuggly bunny with a tiny heart clutched in its paws. The beauty of this craft lies in its simplicity with basic stitches, a touch of stuffing, and the option to use scraps from old pillows, you can bring this little friend to life.

Crochet Bunny Holding A Heart

Its fluffy appearance, thanks to the recommended yarn, adds a lovely texture, making it all the more huggable. Unique safety eyes give the bunny a lively spark, and the heart it holds adds an extra sprinkle of love. This crochet bunny, with its customizable size and the heart it proudly holds, becomes a perfect gift, a keepsake, or a comforting companion.

Crafting The Amigurumi Bunny

Materials:

• Any yarn (fluffy, cotton, or acrylic)
• Hook size appropriate for the yarn (4.5mm hook recommended)
• Plastic needle
• Stitch marker or bobby pin
• Safety eyes
• Stuffing (old cushions or pillows recommended)

Preparations:

• Yarn Choice: You can find a selection of recommended yarns on the video creator's Amazon storefront.
• Hook Size: Use a hook size that matches your yarn for appropriate tension.
• Previous Guide: If it's your first time making an amigurumi plushie, watching the previous guide to amigurumi video is advised.

Step by step Pattern

Magic Ring Alternative:

1. Make a slip knot.
2. Chain 4 (ch 4).
3. Insert your hook into the very first chain, slip stitch to form a circle.
4. Identify and mark the circle between the chains as your magic ring.

Round 1:

1. Inside the magic ring, insert 8 single crochets (sc).
2. Mark the first sc with a stitch marker or a bobby pin.

Round 2:

1. Increase by inserting two single crochets in every stitch around.
2. You should have 16 sc at the end of this round.

Round 3:

1. Follow a pattern of one single crochet and then an increase in every stitch around.
2. Remember the increase means 2 sc in the same stitch.

Subsequent Rounds:

• Continue increasing each round by following the pattern provided in the video, where you add more single crochets between each increase to gradually enlarge the round while maintaining a flat circle. The pattern typically involves adding an additional single crochet to the sequence before each increase as you progress through the rounds (e.g., Round 4: 2 sc then an increase, Round 5: 3 sc then an increase, etc.).
• Perform repeat rounds by inserting one single crochet in each stitch around once you've achieved the desired size for your bunny's head. This builds the sides of the head.

Body:

1. Start with the magic ring or slip knot and ch 4 method as above for the head.
2. The pattern for the body and legs involves similar increases to form the base then straight rounds for length, followed by decreases to taper off.

Joining Legs and Body:

• After completing the legs, you'll join them by slip stitching and continue crocheting around both to form the body, ensuring to count your stitches to maintain symmetry.

Decreases for Shaping:

• You'll use invisible decreases to shape the bunny, particularly after building up the body and before fastening off to close the top.

Ears and Tail:

1. The ears are made separately, starting with a magic ring, then increasing and straight rounds, before being flattened and sewn onto the head.
2. The tail can be a simple small pom or a small round crocheted piece attached to the bunny.

Assembly and Finishing Touches:

1. Assembly: Sew the body parts together, ensuring the stitch counts match for symmetry.
2. Eyes: Attach the safety eyes before fully closing the head.
3. Stuffing: Stuff all parts before closing.
4. Sewing: Finish by sewing all parts together, ensuring the ear placement matches and the body proportions are correct.

Final Details:

• Attach the heart or any other decorations as desired after completing the main body and head.
• Use a bobby pin or stitch marker to keep track of the start and end of each round, especially when working in continuous rounds which is typical for amigurumi.
• Important Note: Always count stitches and make sure you follow the increase/decrease patterns as indicated to avoid misshaping.