Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.
Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.
Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.
Using super bulky plush yarn, this pattern works up quickly while creating a wonderfully soft texture that kids will love to touch and cuddle. The combination of simple increases and decreases makes it approachable for intermediate crocheters looking to try their hand at puppet-making.
I absolutely love this pattern because it combines the joy of amigurumi with the interactive fun of puppet play! There's something magical about creating a toy that doesn't just sit on a shelf but becomes part of storytelling adventures and imaginative games. The plush yarn gives it such a luxurious, huggable texture, and watching children's faces light up when the bunny 'comes to life' makes every stitch worthwhile. Plus, the hollow body design means you can finish it faster than a fully stuffed amigurumi while still creating something incredibly special and functional.
I love experimenting with this pattern to create different bunny personalities! Try using pastel colors like soft pink, lavender, or mint green for a sweet Easter bunny version. You could even make a whole family of bunnies in different sizes by adjusting your yarn weight and hook size.
For a more realistic look, I sometimes use two-toned ears by switching to white or cream yarn for the inner ear detail. You can also add a little cotton tail to the back of the body for extra cuteness - just make a small pompom and sew it on!
I've created character bunnies by changing the embroidery details - try different eyebrow shapes for various expressions, or add a little embroidered mouth for more personality. Some of my favorites include sleepy bunnies with closed eyes, or surprised bunnies with raised eyebrows.
For a themed puppet show, consider adding accessories like a tiny crocheted carrot, a flower crown, or even a small vest. These can be made separately and attached with snaps or Velcro so they're interchangeable. The possibilities for customization are endless, and each variation brings new storytelling opportunities!
Create an adorable bunny hand puppet that brings stories to life! This charming pattern combines soft plush yarn with simple amigurumi techniques to craft a 28cm (11 inch) interactive toy that's perfect for playtime, storytelling, or puppet shows. With its long floppy ears, sweet embroidered features, and functional hand puppet design, this bunny friend will delight children and adults alike. The pattern uses bulky yarn for quick stitching and includes detailed instructions for creating expressive eyes, a cute pink nose, and perfectly positioned arms that make this puppet come alive during performances.
7 sc in MR (7)
inc * 7 (14)
inc * 14 (28)
(3 sc, inc) * 7 (35)
(4 sc, inc) * 7 (42)
(13 sc, inc) * 3 (45)
45 sc (5 rounds)
(13 sc, dec) * 3 (42)
(4 sc, dec) * 7 (35)
(3 sc, dec) * 7 (28)
Insert safe plastic eyes. Fix eyes between rounds 10 and 11 from the head's top. The distance between the eyes is 9 sc. Stuff the head with fiber filler.
(2 sc, dec) * 7 (21)
(1 sc, dec) * 7 (14)
dec * 7 (7)
Draw the yarn through 7 loops and tighten. Cut and secure the yarn.
7 sc in MR (7)
inc * 7 (14)
sc (14)
(1 sc, inc) * 7 (21)
21 sc (4 rounds)
(1 sc, dec) * 7 (14)
14 sc, sl st
Leave the tail for sewing. Cut the yarn. Don't stuff the piece. Make 2 details. Fold in half and then quadruple and sew on top of the head at a distance of 1-2 cm from each other.
Use the gray cotton yarn. Take the thread. Pull it through the back of the head and pull it out above the left eye. Leave the tail on back head's part.
Pass the needle from below under the left eye and pull out under the right eye. Make sure that the yarn falls from the inside of the left eye.
Next, pass the needle from above the right eye, making sure that the thread lies on the inside of the eye. And pull out the needle in the same place behind the head.
Tighten both threads so that the eyes are sunken. Tie a knot, hide the tail inside the head.
Use the pink yarn and a large needle. Embroider nose as shown on photos.
Use the thin black yarn and a large needle. Embroider eyelashes as shown on photos.
Use the thin black yarn and a large needle. Embroider eyebrows as shown on photos.
6 sc in MR (6)
inc * 6 (12)
(2 sc, inc) * 4 (16)
16 sc (2 rounds)
(2 sc, dec) * 4 (12)
12 sc (3 rounds)
Make sl st, cut the yarn. Don't stuff. Make 2 pieces.
Leave the tail for sewing, begin crochet without sl st. Make 24 ch, sl st in the first loop. Make a circle.
24 sc
(3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)
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)
Crochet sc2tog on both sleeves sides to avoid holes.
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)
dec, 2 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 14 sc (34)
34 sc, ch
34 dc (6 rounds)
Sew the body to the head as shown in the photos
This delightful bunny hand puppet pattern brings the magic of storytelling to life with every stitch! Perfect for creating interactive playtime memories, puppet theater performances, or cozy bedtime story sessions. The combination of super soft plush yarn and thoughtful construction details makes this puppet both beautiful and functional. Whether you're making it for a special child in your life or adding to your puppet collection, this charming bunny friend will bring smiles and spark imagination for years to come. 🐰🧶✨
Yes, but you'll need to adjust your hook size (try 3mm or 3.5mm) and the finished puppet will be significantly smaller. The plush bulky yarn creates the soft, cuddly texture that makes this puppet special.
The pattern includes sc2tog (single crochet 2 together) instructions specifically at the arm attachment points in Round 6. Follow these decreases carefully and use your needle to close any small gaps when sewing.
Make sure you're not stuffing the ears at all. After completing them, fold them in half and then fold again (quadruple fold) before sewing to the head. This creates the characteristic floppy bunny ear look.
Eye indenting creates depth and dimension in the face, making the eyes appear more lifelike and expressive. It's an optional technique but highly recommended for achieving professional-looking results.
Yes! Use safety eyes that lock securely in place, and ensure all embroidery is tightly stitched. For very young children under 3, consider embroidering the eyes instead of using plastic ones.
The 24 chain starting circle works for most adult and older child hands. For smaller children, start with 20 chains; for larger adult hands, try 26-28 chains.
