Create a charming handmade gift with this free crochet bunny baby rattle pattern. This adorable bunny rattle is a perfect choice for baby showers, newborn gifts, or nursery decor, and is sure to be loved by friends and family. The pattern is beginner-friendly, featuring simple stitches and easy-to-follow instructions, making it an ideal project for those new to crochet. Plus, this quick and easy crochet project works up fast, so you can finish your bunny baby rattle in no time!
Designer: @keti.amigurumi
You will need:
- YarnArt Jeans yarn (55% cotton, 65% acrylic, 50 g/160 m)
- 2.0 mm crochet hook
- Wooden ring (5.5-6 cm diameter)
- Black embroidery thread
- Sewing needle and scissors
- Rattle insert
- Stuffing
Free crochet bunny rattle pattern
Abbreviations:
R – row
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (2 sc together)
[…] – number of stitches you should have at the end of the row
(…) – repeat whatever is between the brackets the given number of times
Head
R 1: 7 sc in magic ring [7]
R 2: (inc) repeat 7 times [14]
R 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 7 times [21]
R 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 7 times [28]
R 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat 7 times [35]
R 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat 7 times [42]
R 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat 7 times [49]
R 8-19: 49 sc (12 rows)
R 20: (5 sc, dec) repeat 7 times [42]
R 21: (4 sc, dec) repeat 7 times [35]
R 22: (3 sc, dec) repeat 7 times [28]
Insert stuffing and rattle (if using).
R 23: (2 sc, dec) repeat 7 times [21]
R 24: (1 sc, dec) repeat 7 times [14]
Stuff firmly.
R 25: (dec) repeat 7 times [7]
Close the opening, leave a tail for sewing.
Ears (make 2)
R 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]
R 2: (inc) repeat 6 times [12]
R 3: 12 sc
R 4: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times [18]
R 5-12: 18 sc (8 rows)
R 13 :(3 sc, dec) repeat 3 times, then 3 sc [15]
R 14-16: 15 sc (3 rows)
R 17: (2 sc, dec) repeat 3 times, then 3 sc [12]
R 18: 12 sc
Fold the top opening flat and sc through both sides.
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the ears on the sides of the head.
Cheeks (make 2) – optional
R 1: 7 sc in magic ring [7]
Close the row with a sl st and pull tight the ring to finish.
Sew the cheeks on the face.
Ring cover (Handle)
Make ch 25.
Work in turning rows (adjust length so it wraps tightly around your ring):
R 1: from the 2nd ch from hook: 24 sc, 1 turning chain
R 2-8: 24 sc, 1 turning chain (7 rows)
R 9: 24 sc
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew it around the wooden ring.
Finishing
Embroider eyes and nose (refer to photo).
Ruffle collar
Make ch 35.
R 1: from the 2nd ch from hook: 2 dc in every stitch (70)
R 2: (1 dc, inc) repeat 35 times (105)
Gather the fabric like an accordion and slightly tighten.
Sew the ends of the collar together.
Bow
Make ch 8.
Work in turning rows:
R 1: from the 2nd ch from hook: 7 sc, 1 turning chain
R 2-4: 7 sc, 1 turning chain (3 rows)
R 5: 7 sc
Fasten off.
Wrap thread around the middle to form a bow.
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