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Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern

Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 HoursTime Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern

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This lovely bunny makes a wonderful baby shower gift or a cozy addition to a nursery, sure to be cherished and loved for years to come.

Why You'll Love This Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely adore how quickly this snuggler works up thanks to the chunky plush yarn! There is something so satisfying about watching those big, floppy ears take shape, and the clever join-as-you-go legs mean less sewing at the end—always a huge win in my book!

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I still remember the first time I made a plush snuggler—I was completely hooked from the very first stitch! There is something so incredibly magical about how the chunky chenille yarn feels in your hands, and the way the project grows so quickly is just pure instant gratification. This sweet bunny has quickly become my absolute go-to baby shower gift because it is the perfect blend of a comforting lovey blanket and a cute stuffed animal.\n\nWhen I am working on this pattern, I love to play around with colors. While a classic cream or soft caramel is always gorgeous, don't be afraid to try pastel pinks, sage greens, or even a dusty blue. If you want to customize it even further, you can add a little fabric bow around the neck or embroider some tiny flowers onto the floppy ears. The possibilities are truly endless, and each one you make will have its own unique personality. I promise you won't be able to make just one!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When joining the legs to start the body, it is easy to twist them; make sure they both face forward before making your first connecting single crochet.✗ If you do not stuff the head firmly enough before closing Round 20, the muzzle sculpting process can cause the face to collapse or look misshapen.✗ The safety eyes need to be placed exactly between Rounds 10 and 11, otherwise the embroidered eyelashes and brows will not line up properly with the muzzle.✗ Because the arms have asymmetrical decreases in Rounds 7 and 8, mixing up the left and right arm instructions will result in elbows that point in the wrong direction.

Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern

Meet your next favorite make! This adorable, floppy-eared bunny snuggler is the ultimate security blanket and plushie hybrid. Crocheted with super bulky chenille yarn, it is unbelievably soft, squishy, and perfect for tiny hands to hold. You'll love watching this sweet companion come to life stitch by stitch, creating a treasured keepsake that brings comfort and joy to any nursery.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Floppy Plush Bunny Snuggler Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Two skeins of super bulky chenille yarn in a warm caramel or cream shade for the main body and ears
  • 02
    A small amount of contrasting white or cream super bulky chenille yarn for the muzzle and head base
  • 03
    A few yards of pink sport weight yarn or embroidery floss for the nose
  • 04
    A few yards of dark brown or black embroidery thread for the eyes, lashes, and brows

— Tools Required

  • 01
    4.0 mm (US G/6) crochet hook
  • 02
    One pair of 16 mm safety eyes with secure backings
  • 03
    Premium polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 04
    Tapestry needle with a large eye for weaving ends
  • 05
    Durable sewing thread matching your yarn for assembly
  • 06
    Several stitch markers to track spiral rounds
  • 07
    Sharp scissors

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— 1. Legs (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 inc around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4-6 :

Work 18 sc around (18)

Round 7 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (15)

Round 8 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (12)

Info :

Lightly stuff the bottom of the foot before continuing.

Round 9 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (9)

Round 10 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (6)

Round 11-25 :

Work 6 sc around (6)

Round 26 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 27 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (12)

Round 28 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (15)

Round 29 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (18)

Round 30 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (21)

Round 31 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (24)

Round 32-36 :

Work 24 sc around (24)

Info :

Cut yarn after completing the first leg. Do not cut yarn on the second leg, as you will continue with it to join.

— 2. Body :

Round 1 :

To join the legs: insert your hook into the last stitch of the first leg and make 1 sc. Crochet 23 sc around the first leg, then insert hook into the second leg and make 1 sc, followed by 23 sc around the second leg (48)

Round 2-5 :

Work 48 sc around (48)

Round 6 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (42)

Round 7-8 :

Work 42 sc around (42)

Round 9 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (36)

Round 10-11 :

Work 36 sc around (36)

Round 12 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (30)

Round 13-14 :

Work 30 sc around (30)

Round 15 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (24)

Round 16-17 :

Work 24 sc around (24)

Round 18 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (18)

Round 19-20 :

Work 18 sc around (18)

Round 21 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (12), then sl st to finish. Cut yarn and tie off.

Info :

Tie decorative knots on the thin section of the legs as shown in the photos.

— 3. First Arm :

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (12)

Round 4-6 :

Work 12 sc around (12)

Round 7 :

Work 10 sc, then 1 dec (11)

Round 8 :

Work 9 sc, then 1 dec (10)

Round 9-16 :

Work 10 sc around (10)

Info :

Press the open edges flat and work 5 sc across both sides to close. Cut yarn, leaving a tail.

— 4. Second Arm :

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (12)

Round 4-6 :

Work 12 sc around (12)

Round 7 :

Work 1 dec, then 10 sc (11)

Round 8 :

Work 1 dec, then 9 sc (10)

Round 9-16 :

Work 10 sc around (10)

Info :

Press the open edges flat and work 5 sc across both sides to close. Cut yarn, leaving a tail.

— 5. Head :

Round 1 :

Using the muzzle color, work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 inc around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (36)

Round 7-8 :

Work 36 sc around (36)

Colour Change :

Switch to the main body color yarn.

Round 9-15 :

Work 36 sc around (36)

Info :

If you are using plastic safety eyes, insert them between Rounds 10 and 11, leaving 8 stitches of space between them.

Round 16 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (30)

Round 17 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (24)

Info :

Stuff the head firmly with stuffing.

Round 18 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (18)

Round 19 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (12)

Info :

Add extra stuffing to ensure the head is solid and well-shaped.

Round 20 :

Work 6 dec (6)

Info :

Cut yarn, pull the opening closed tightly, and weave in the tail end inside the head.

— 6. Ears (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (12)

Round 4 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (15)

Round 5 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (18)

Round 6 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (21)

Round 7 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (24)

Round 8-14 :

Work 24 sc around (24)

Round 15 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (21)

Round 16-17 :

Work 21 sc around (21)

Round 18 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (18)

Round 19-20 :

Work 18 sc around (18)

Round 21 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (15)

Round 22-23 :

Work 15 sc around (15)

Round 24 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (12)

Round 25-26 :

Work 12 sc around (12)

Info :

Fold the opening flat and work 6 sc through both thicknesses to close. Cut yarn, leaving a tail.

— 7. Tail :

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc inside a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 inc around (12)

Round 3 :

Work 12 sc around (12)

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (9)

Info :

Cut yarn and leave a tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Carefully align the stuffed head with the opening of the body at Round 21 and sew them securely together using strong matching thread.
  • Position the flattened arms on either side of the body just below the neck, leaving exactly 4 stitches of space between them on the front, and sew across.
  • Sew the tail to the lower back of the body, centering it between the legs on approximately Round 6 or 7.
  • Attach the floppy ears to the top of the head, positioning them flat against the sides between Rounds 17 and 18.
  • Using pink thread, embroider the nose between Rounds 8 and 9 of the head, making it about 5 stitches wide.
  • Use dark thread to embroider the delicate eyelashes, eyebrows, and mouth lines following the muzzle contours.
  • Perform the muzzle sculpting by threading main color yarn from the base of the head to the eyes, pulling gently to indent the eye sockets.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous spiral rounds without joining unless the pattern explicitly instructs you to slip stitch.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round to keep your place in the plush chenille yarn.
  • 💡Ensure your stitches are tight enough so that the polyester fiberfill does not peek through the plush fabric.
  • 💡When working with chenille yarn, secure your magic rings extra well by weaving the tail end in multiple directions to prevent unraveling.
  • 💡If you prefer a completely baby-safe toy, embroider the eyes with black thread instead of using plastic safety eyes.

I hope you have the absolute best time crafting this sweet little bunny snuggler! There is nothing quite like the feeling of finishing a handmade toy, especially one this soft and cuddly. Whether it is destined for a special little one in your life or as a beautiful display piece, it is sure to bring endless smiles. Happy crocheting, my lovely friends! 🧶✨🐰

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FAQs

Can I use blanket yarn instead of chenille yarn?

Absolutely! Any super bulky weight yarn works wonderfully, but keep in mind that blanket yarn might make your bunny slightly larger and require a larger hook size like 5.0 mm or 6.0 mm.

How do I prevent my chenille yarn from shedding while crocheting?

Try to maintain a gentle tension and avoid pulling too hard on the yarn. You can also singe the very tip of your yarn tail with a lighter to stop it from shedding while you work.

Is muzzle sculpting absolutely necessary for this bunny?

It is not mandatory, but it really gives the bunny its sweet, expressive face by pulling the eyes back slightly and defining the cheeks. It only takes a few minutes and makes a huge difference!

How do I make sure the legs are aligned perfectly when joining?

Lay both legs flat with the feet pointing forward. Use stitch markers to mark the exact joining points on both legs before you begin crocheting the assembling round to ensure they do not twist.