Bao the Bunny Crochet Pattern
I originally wrote this pattern in celebration of the year of the rabbit! Fun fact: the shape of this bunny was partially inspired by Chinese steamed buns (aka baozi), which is why I named her, Bao the Bunny!
Also check out her cute little tail! I think the sideview might be my favorite!
I wanted this plushie to be minimalistic, cute, and quick to make. I hope you enjoy this free pattern and crochet lots of adorable bunnies!
If you find that you need more help with any part of this pattern, please feel free to check out my step-by-step tutorial!
Here’s the written pattern:
Do not duplicate to distribute or sell this crochet pattern in any form without permission. However, you may absolutely gift, donate, or sell any plushies that you make with this pattern. Please give "The Mary Jay" pattern credit and link back to this pattern when possible.
Skills and Abbreviations (In U.S. terms)
MR = Magic Ring (Magic Circle)
SC = Single Crochet
INC = Increase
DEC = Decrease (or I recommend the Invisible Decrease)
6-DcBo = Bobble made with 6 partial double crochets
FO = Fasten off
R = Round/Row
Sewing
Materials:
Super Bulky Weight Yarn (#6) in white (or the color of your choice)
Super Bulky Weight Yarn (#6) in pink (or the color of your choice)
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) in black (for the nose detailing)
7 mm Crochet Hook (or a similar hook size)
Two 16 mm Safety Eyes (WARNING: Safety eyes can be choking hazards and are not recommended for crochet plushies made for young children, pets etc.)
Stuffing
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Stitch Markers (Optional)
Pins (Optional)
Please note that the above materials are recommendations based on what I used to make the bunny in the sample photo. Please feel free to switch up the yarn, eyes, or hook size based on what you have available or your preference.
If you are using a different yarn or hook size, don’t forget to make sure that the yarn and hook size work well together. For amigurumi, it is often recommended to use a hook size that is 1-2mm smaller than the recommended hook size on the yarn label for tighter stitches and less holes in your project. However, different crocheters have their own preferences on hook size and you are welcome to follow your own preference.
“Where can I get the materials?”
You can find most of these items in a craft store or on my Amazon Storefront. My Amazon Storefront contains my own personal favorites to use! It is an affiliate link, which means I will earn a small commission if you use it to make a purchase. This is one way that helps support me and lets me continue to make free content for you.
While I do get some harder-to-find yarn colors off of Amazon (the ones linked on my storefront), I do also get a lot of my yarn from Joann! The colors that I used for the bunny in the sample photo is White, and Baby Pink (these are also affiliate links that help to support me as well!)
Body:
Using White
R1 7 SC in a MR
R2 [INC] x 7 (14)
R3 [SC, INC] x 7 (21)
R4 [2 SC, INC] x 7 (28)
R5-9 28 SC 5 Rounds
R10 Make a 6-DcBo, 27 SC
If you need more help with the bobble in R10, please visit my video tutorial at timestamp: 15:15
R11 28 SC
R12 [2 SC, DEC] x 7 (21)
R13 [SC, DEC] X 7 (14)
Stuff the bunny halfway and attach the eyes between rounds 6 and 7 around 4 stitches apart. They should be placed on the opposite side of where the cluster/bobble stitch is. The cluster/bobble stitch forms the tail. The tail should be in the back and the eyes in the front.
R14 [DEC] X 7 (7)
FO with a long tail for sewing.
Finish stuffing.
Use the leftover yarn to sew the body closed.
Ears:
Using White
R1 4 SC in a MR
R2 [SC, INC] x 2 (6)
R3 [SC, INC] x 3 (9)
R4-5 9 SC 2 Rounds
R6 [SC, DEC] x 3 (6)
R7 [SC, DEC] x 2 (4)
FO leaving a long tail for sewing
Make 2
Assembly:
For more help or clarification on assembly, please visit my video tutorial at 32:04 for the nose and blush, and 41:06 for the ears.
Nose
Using #4 worsted weight yarn in black, sew on a nose in between the eyes, starting between rounds 6 and 7 for the horizontal line, then bringing it down vertically to end at round 8. Please view my video tutorial at timestamp: 32:04 for more clarification on this section.
Ears
Using #6 super bulky yarn in pink, sew pink accents onto the ears, starting between rounds 2 and 3 of the ears and ending at rounds 6 and 7. If you need more clarification or visuals, please visit my video tutorial at timestamp: 41:06.
Do not stuff the ears. Instead, flatten them and sew them onto the top of the body with the pink accents in the front. I place my bunny’s ears closer to the face than the back. I usually attach it starting at round 3 of the body, lining the inner edge of each ear roughly with the inner corner of each eye. If you need more clarification or visuals, please visit my video tutorial at timestamp: 42:40.
Optional: Blush
Using #6 super bulky yarn in pink, add blush by sewing the yarn between rounds 7 and 8, around 2 stitches apart on the outer corner of each eye. You can definitely change the placement to your liking.
Once again, for more clarification on assembly, please visit my video tutorial at timestamp: 33:49.
Congratulations! You’ve finished your bunny! Let me know what you named your plushie in the comments! If you have any questions or find any mistakes in this pattern, please don’t hesitate to let me know!
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