Flora the Table Bunny Amigurumi

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Notes

1. This pattern uses continuous rounds (spiral) for most pieces unless specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of every round and move it up as you go. Tension should be firm to prevent stuffing showing. Colors used in the example photos: Cream, Dusty Rose, Sage Green, Pale Pink; adjust colors as desired.

Head

1. Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6 (12)
3. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9. Round 9-16: 1 sc in each st (48)
10. Place safety eyes between rounds 8 and 9, approximately 6 stitches apart for the sweet, wide-eyed look. If using 6 mm eyes place them so the bottom of the eye is roughly at the middle of round 9; adjust spacing 6 stitches apart as shown.
11. Round 17: (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
12. Round 18: (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
13. Round 19: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
14. Round 20: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
15. Start stuffing the head firmly now, especially around the brow and eye area to maintain a rounded face. Add small amounts of stuffing between rounds so the head remains even and soft but not overfilled.
16. Round 21: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
17. Round 22: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
18. Round 23: dec x6 (6)
19. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing fully and close the remaining hole by weaving the tail through the remaining sts and pulling tight. Leave a neat long tail to sew head to body later.

Head Finishing & Face Details

1. Place eyes between R8 and R9, 6 sts apart. Embroider nose with dark brown thread: stitch a small triangular nose two rounds below the eyes, then embroider a small “v” shaped mouth of 3 stitches below the nose. Add blush by dabbing pale pink embroidery thread to cheeks or use fabric-safe blush gently with a cotton swab.
2. Lock safety eyes with washers before sewing head to body. Embroider features with short, even stitches for a neat look. Weave in all ends inside the head to avoid lumps.

Body (Make 1)

1. Body is worked in Dusty Rose to create a dress-shaped torso. This body starts as an oval base so the bunny can sit upright. Use chain-based oval start as follows.
2. Round 1: ch 8, work around both sides of chain: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc x5, 3 sc in last ch, continue on opposite side of chain sc x5, sc in last ch (stitch counts along chain and ends) — total 16 sts forming oval base (16)
3. Round 2: inc in each end stitch (those 3-sc groups) to expand: sc in each st across, 2 sc in each of the 3-st end groups; overall increase to 21 sts (21)
4. Round 3: (sc, inc) around following the oval curvature to reach 26 sts (26)
5. Round 4: 1 sc in each st (26)
6. Round 5: (2 sc, inc) x6 around longer edges to shape (32)
7. Round 6-9: 1 sc in each st (32)
8. At round 10 we will shape the top of the dress (neck opening). If you prefer a slightly larger body make rounds 6-9 one or two rounds longer before the neck shaping. Work in joined rounds or spiral as you prefer; keep stitches tidy for seaming later.
9. Round 10: (3 sc, dec) x6 (26)
10. Round 11: (2 sc, dec) x6 (20)
11. Round 12: (1 sc, dec) x6 (14)
12. Change to cream for the little scalloped hem edge if desired, but in the photos the dress is Dusty Rose and the hem uses a small scallop worked in the same color. For a visible scallop change color now if you want contrast.
13. Round 13: 1 sc in each st (14)
14. Round 14: Work a scalloped hem: *skip next st, 5 dc in next st, skip next st, sl st in next st* around to create 7 small scallops (14 stitches should contain 7 scallops). Adjust pattern to match your stitch counts; join and FO leaving long tail for sewing to legs and head.
15. Stuff body lightly but firmly—leave the top a bit hollow so the head neck area can be sewn in. When sewing head to body ensure the dress hem sits forward so the body looks dress-shaped from front view.

Arms (Make 2)

1. Round 1: 5 sc in mr (5)
2. Round 2: inc x5 (10)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x5 (15)
4. Round 4-5: 1 sc in each st (15)
5. Change to Sage Green at round 6 for the arm color if you're making the two-toned look. If you prefer single-color arms, skip the color change. Leave long tails for sewing if you plan to sew the wrists inside the hand later.
6. Round 6: Change to Sage Green. 1 sc in each st (15)
7. Round 7-10: 1 sc in each st (15)
8. Round 11: (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
9. Round 12-14: 1 sc in each st (12)
10. Round 15: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
11. Round 16: 1 sc in each st (9)
12. Stuff the hand area (the rounder end) firmly while the opening is wide. Stuff the arm lightly toward the shoulder so the arm remains flexible for sewing. Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the arm to the body at R5-R9 of the torso for natural placement.
13. Round 17: sl st to close small opening if desired, FO leaving long tail for sewing (9)

Hands (Optional shaping)

1. If you would like a cream-colored hand tip (as in photos), change to Cream for last 2 rounds and sc around creating a subtle cuff. Finish off and hide ends. Make 2 arms identical.

Legs (Make 2)

1. Round 1: 7 sc in mr (7)
2. Round 2: inc x7 (14)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x7 (21)
4. Round 4-6: 1 sc in each st (21)
5. Round 7: (3 sc, dec) x4, sc x1 (17)
6. Round 8-10: 1 sc in each st (17)
7. Legs are worked in Dusty Rose to match the dress. The foot is the rounder section; stuff the foot firmly to create a solid base so your bunny can sit. Leave the top opening unstuffed until joining to the body for a flatter seam.
8. Round 11: (2 sc, dec) x4, sc x1 (13)
9. Round 12-14: 1 sc in each st (13)
10. Round 15: (1 sc, dec) x4, sc x1 (9)
11. Round 16: 1 sc in each st (9)
12. Round 17: Work base circle for foot underside: 6 sc in mr (6). FO leaving long tail for sewing the foot circle to the foot bottom. Alternatively, continue working a spiral to close bottom if you prefer no separate circle.
13. Sew legs to the base of the body spaced about 5 sts apart (see assembly). For a neat seat, flatten the top of each leg slightly before sewing and attach with ladder or whip stitch through both leg and body stitches.

Ears (Make 2 outer and 2 inner panels)

1. Each ear has an inner contrasted panel (Pale Pink) and an outer cream panel worked together later. Start inner panel first in Pale Pink for a neat inset.
2. Inner Ear Round 1: 4 sc in mr (4)
3. Inner Ear Round 2: (sc, inc) x2 (6)
4. Inner Ear Round 3: (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
5. Inner Ear Round 4-5: 1 sc in each st (8)
6. Fasten off leaving long tails used to stitch the inner panel into the outer ear later. Make two inner panels identical.
7. Outer Ear Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
8. Outer Ear Round 2: inc x6 (12)
9. Outer Ear Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
10. Outer Ear Round 4-6: 1 sc in each st (18)
11. Outer Ear Round 7: Join inner ear by laying inner panel inside outer ear and sl st through both loops around the inner panel edge to secure – work neat even stitches following inner panel edge to create inset look, continue around to secure inner panel (18)
12. Outer Ear Round 8: 1 sc in each st around to tidy edge (18)
13. Leave a long tail for sewing the ears to head. In the photos ears are sewn between head rounds 4-6 and slightly angled outward. Pin ears to head first and adjust before sewing for symmetrical placement.

Tail (Make 1)

1. Round 1: 3 sc in mr (3)
2. Round 2: inc x3 (6)
3. Round 3: 1 sc in each st (6)
4. Round 4: (1 sc, dec) x2 (4)
5. Round 5: dec x2 (2)
6. Stuff lightly and FO leaving long tail for sewing. Attach tail centered on back of body around R10 area for a small bobtail look.

Leaf Applique (Make 6)

1. Round 1: 5 sc in mr (5)
2. Round 2: inc x5 (10)
3. Round 3: Work shaping: sc x2, hdc x2, sc x2, sl st to finish (10)
4. Make 6 leaves in Sage Green for placement around ear cluster and bodice flower. Leaves are flat and not stuffed. FO leaving long tails for sewing.

Flower Petal (Make 6 for big flower)

1. Round 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
2. Round 2: sl st to next st, ch3, dc x3 in same st, sl st to next st to form a petal. Repeat around to make 6 petals (you will create petals in each of the 6 base stitches)
3. Round 3: When all petals are formed FO leaving long tail for sewing. Make 6 petals but assemble them by sewing them concentrically into a small clustered flower: stack 3 petals then the other 3 on top, sew center together and add bead.
4. Make a few flower sizes: big flower uses 6 petals, small flower uses 5 smaller petals made on 5 base stitches. Use Dusty Rose for the big flower, Cream for the small flower and Pale Pink for centers if desired.

Beads / Tiny Flower Centers (Make 3)

1. Round 1: 4 sc in mr (4)
2. Round 2: sc around (4). FO leaving tail for sewing or use small bead or a small wooden bead sewn into center instead of crocheted bead.
3. Attach bead centers to the center of the larger or smaller flowers for depth. In photos cream centers are used to create contrast on dusty rose petals.

Small Flower (Make 1)

1. Round 1: 4 sc in mr (4)
2. Round 2: (sc, inc) x2 (6)
3. Round 3: For petals: in each stitch make (sl st, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sl st) around to form 6 small petals. FO leaving long tail to sew.
4. Sew small flower centered on dress chest at Round 4 of body for correct positioning (see assembly reference). Add a cream bead or small crocheted bead to the center for a finished look.

Assembly Preparation

1. Before sewing, pin all parts in place to check symmetry. Use the assembly reference photo to place eyes between R8-R9 of head (6 sts apart), ears sewn between R4-R6 on top of head, and arms sewn between R5-R9 of body. Legs are attached at the base of the body spaced approximately 5 sts apart.

Assembly Steps

1. Step 1: Attach head to body: align head center to body opening and sew through 12 stitches around using the long tail from the head. Use evenly spaced stitches and pull tight enough to secure but not distort the neck shape.
2. Step 2: Sew arms to body: position arms on the sides between R5-R9 of body. Sew through both the arm opening and body stitches using a ladder stitch for a tidy, secure finish. Make sure arms are mirrored.
3. Step 3: Attach legs: sew legs to the base of the body spaced about 5 sts apart. For extra stability, stitch through the leg top and into the internal base of the body several times. Legs should be able to support the bunny sitting upright.
4. Step 4: Sew ears to top of head: attach ears between R4-R6, angle slightly outward and forward so they frame the face. Use small, neat stitches and hide tails inside the head.
5. Step 5: Sew leaf appliques and flowers: place three leaves and both flowers behind one ear as in the photos (cluster of one big dusty-rose flower, one small cream flower and 2-3 leaves). Use small whip stitches to anchor each piece to the head and to the dress chest flower location at body R4.
6. Step 6: Embroider nose and mouth using dark brown thread: nose is two small diagonal stitches forming a tiny triangle slightly below the eyes; the mouth is a small "v" of 3 stitches. Make sure the mouth is centered and proportional to the eyes.
7. Weave in any remaining tails and secure knots inside the body. If desired, add a small dot of fabric glue to the back of safety eye washers for extra security on gifts. Trim excess yarn and brush surface if using a soft fiber yarn for a slightly fuzzy finish.

Final Finishing Touches

1. Add blush with pale pink embroidery thread or fabric-safe brush on each cheek to create the soft rosy look shown. Use a cotton bud or soft brush and add little by little until you achieve desired intensity. Step back and compare both cheeks for symmetry.
2. Pin the little dress flower at body R4 and tack in place. Make sure sewn flowers lie flat and faces outward. Add bead centers to flowers and tuck leaves under petals to create a tidy cluster. Your Flora bunny is complete — take time to admire the tiny flowers!