This little guy is the ultimate mashup of spooky and sweet! You're going to love how the pumpkin body doubles as a cozy home for this tiny rabbit. It's a quick project that uses plush chenille yarn, making it incredibly soft to hold. Whether you're decorating for October or just love a quirky plushie, this pattern is a joy to work through and brings a smile to everyone who sees it.
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β 1. Head and Body :
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Start your work using the Orange yarn.
Round 1 :
Work 4 x sc into a MR (4)
Round 2 :
Work 4 x inc around (8)
Round 3 :
In BLO, repeat (1 x sc, 1 x inc) 4 times (12)
Round 4 :
Repeat (2 x sc, 1 x inc) 4 times (16)
Round 5 :
4 x sc, 1 x BO in Brown yarn, 4 x sc, 1 x BO in Brown yarn, 6 x sc (16)
Round 6 :
Repeat (3 x sc, 1 x inc) 4 times (20)
Round 7 :
Work 1 x sc in each stitch around (20)
Round 8 :
4 x sc, 1 x BO in Brown yarn, 10 x sc, 1 x BO in Brown yarn, 4 x sc (20)
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Gently pull the work to the sides to help it take on a rounder shape.
Round 9 :
Repeat (2 x sc, 1 x dec) 5 times (15)
Round 10 :
Repeat (1 x sc, 1 x dec) 5 times (10)
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Stretch the piece, add stuffing, and switch to Brown yarn.
Round 11 :
In BLO, repeat (1 x sc, 1 x inc) 5 times (15)
Round 12 :
Repeat (2 x sc, 1 x inc) 5 times (20)
Round 13 :
Work 1 x sc in each stitch around (20)
Round 14 :
Work 1 x sc in each stitch around (20)
Colour Change :
Switch back to Orange yarn for the top of the head.
Round 15 :
Work 1 x sc in each stitch around (20)
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Place safety eyes between Round 13 and Round 14, roughly 4 stitches apart. Stretch the fabric slightly.
Round 16 :
In BLO, repeat (2 x sc, 1 x dec) 5 times (15)
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Give the work another stretch and finish stuffing firmly.
Round 17 :
Repeat (1 x sc, 1 x dec) 5 times (10)
Round 18 :
Work 5 x dec (5)
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Fasten off and sew the opening shut. Squish the body to make it look chubbier and embroider the nose between the eyes.
β 2. Hat Brim :
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Use Orange yarn and insert your hook into the FLO of Round 16.
Round 1 :
Repeat (1 x sc, 1 x ch, 2 x dc in the same stitch, 1 x ch) in every stitch all the way around.
β 3. Ears (Make 2) :
Round 1 :
Work 6 x sc into a MR (6)
Round 2 :
Repeat (2 x inc, 1 x sc) 2 times (10)
Round 3 :
1 x sc, 2 x inc, 3 x sc, 2 x inc, 2 x sc (14)
Round 4 :
1 x sc, 2 x dec, 3 x sc, 2 x dec, 2 x sc (10)
Round 5 :
Work 1 x sc in each stitch around (10)
Round 6 :
Repeat (1 x dec, 3 x sc) 2 times (8)
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Flatten the ear. Work 4 x sc through both layers to close, then ch 1 and turn. Work 4 x sc across the top. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
β 4. Pumpkin Stem :
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Attach Green yarn to the very top center of the head.
Row 1 :
ch 3, starting in the second chain from the hook, work 2 x hdc, then sl st into the hat to secure. Fasten off and weave in ends.
I hope you have as much fun making this little pumpkin bunny as I did! There's something so satisfying about watching those little bobble feet appear. Don't forget to give him a good squish once he's finished to get that perfect chubby shape. Whether he's guarding your candy bowl or sitting on a windowsill, he's sure to be a conversation starter. Happy hooking, and enjoy your new handmade friend! π§Άπβ¨