Coral Bunny Amigurumi Egg Free Pattern
Coral Bunny Amigurumi Egg Free Pattern
Introduction
This little Coral Bunny is a kawaii egg-shaped friend with long, floppy teal ears and a soft, squishy body. It's a lovely project for crocheters who are comfortable with the basics and ready to try shaping, color changes, and simple embroidery. At about 4 inches (10 cm) tall, it fits in the palm of your hand and makes a sweet gift, a spring decoration, or a tiny desk companion. The coral and teal color combo gives it a fresh, playful look, and the firmly stuffed body holds its egg shape beautifully.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (medium) acrylic yarn — Color A (coral): 50 yds; Color B (teal): 20 yds; Color C (white): 5 yds; Color D (black): 2 yds
- Hook: 3.5 mm (US E) crochet hook
- Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors, polyester fiberfill for stuffing
- Finished size: Approximately 4 inches (10 cm) tall, including ears
Abbreviations
- MR — magic ring: an adjustable loop used to start working in the round
- sc — single crochet
- inc — increase: work 2 single crochet stitches into the same stitch
- dec — decrease: work 2 stitches together into 1 single crochet
- sts — stitches
- rnd(s) — round(s)
- FO — fasten off
- [ ] x6 — repeat the instructions inside the brackets 6 times
Gauge
20 sc x 22 rnds = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet. To check, crochet a small flat swatch in single crochet and measure a 4-inch section; adjust your hook size if needed so the finished bunny comes out at the right size.
Tips Before You Start
- Work in continuous rounds without joining or turning, and use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
- Stuff the body firmly but gradually, starting before the final decrease rounds, so the egg shape stays smooth and round.
- Keep your tension even and tight enough that the stuffing doesn't show through the stitches.
- Leave long tails on the ears and arms — you'll need them for sewing, and long tails make placement much easier.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Body (Color A)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12 sts)
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts)
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts)
Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts)
Rnds 7–12: sc in each st around (36 sts)
Rnd 13: [4 sc, dec] x6 (30 sts)
Rnd 14: [3 sc, dec] x6 (24 sts)
Rnd 15: [2 sc, dec] x6 (18 sts)
Rnd 16: [sc, dec] x6 (12 sts) — stuff firmly before continuing
Rnd 17: dec x6 (6 sts)
FO, leaving a tail. Weave the tail through the remaining 6 stitches and pull closed.
Ears (make 2, Color B)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12 sts)
Rnds 3–10: sc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 11: [sc, dec] x4 (8 sts)
Rnds 12–14: sc in each st around (8 sts)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the ears.
Arms (make 2, Color A)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6 sts)
Rnds 2–5: sc in each st around (6 sts)
FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Lightly stuff if desired, or leave unstuffed.
Assembly and Finishing
Sew the ears to the top of the body at rounds 2–3, placing them 2 stitches apart, using the long tails and a tapestry needle. Sew the arms to the sides of the body at round 10. Embroider the eyes with Color D at round 8, 3 stitches apart. Embroider the nose with Color C at round 9, centered between the eyes. Embroider the whiskers with Color D on either side of the nose. Weave in all remaining ends securely. Gently shape the bunny with your hands and steam-block lightly if needed to smooth the surface.
Pro Tips and Variations
- Swap the coral and teal for pastel pink and mint, or any two colors you love, for a different seasonal look.
- Use safety eyes instead of embroidery for a more durable toy, but only if it's for older children or display.
- Add a tiny crocheted bow or a small pom-pom tail at the back for extra charm.
