Crochet Blanket

Baby Bunny Blanket Pattern

If you’re looking for a charming and playful project for babies or toddlers, the Baby Bunny Blanket Pattern is a delightful choice. This blanket features cute bunny motifs arranged in a grid, each with soft ears, embroidered faces, and fluffy pom-pom tails that bring the design to life. It’s the perfect handmade gift for baby showers, Easter celebrations, nursery décor, or simply to create a cozy and memorable keepsake.

One of the most special things about this pattern is how customizable it is. You can mix and match pastel colors, choose different ribbon shades for the bows, and personalize the bunny faces to suit your style. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or an enthusiastic beginner ready for a fun challenge, this project offers a rewarding experience and a beautiful finished blanket that families will treasure for years. At the end of this article, you can provide your readers with the free PDF pattern so they can easily follow along and start crocheting their own adorable bunny blanket.

Another lovely feature of the Baby Bunny Blanket Pattern is how well it fits seasonal themes, especially spring and Easter projects. The sweet bunny motifs, soft pastel colors, and delicate ribbon bows create a cheerful and comforting design that instantly brightens any nursery or baby room. This blanket is not only practical for keeping little ones warm but also makes a beautiful decorative piece for cribs, rocking chairs, or photo sessions. Many crocheters enjoy making this blanket as a heartfelt handmade gift that combines creativity, warmth, and a touch of playful charm.

Baby Bunny Blanket Pattern

Materials

  • Worsted Weight Yarn
    Example:
    • 8 oz White
    • 8 oz Pink
    • 4 oz Variegated Pastels
  • White sewing thread
  • Sewing needle
  • Tapestry needle

Hook Sizes:

  • Size E crochet hook
  • Size F crochet hook

Bunny Motif

Make 16 motifs

Each motif includes a bunny body, head, ears, face, and tail.

Body of Bunny

Make 16 using White Yarn

Round 1
With E hook and white yarn:
Chain 4, slip stitch in first chain to form a ring.
Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet).
Work 14 double crochet in ring.
Join with slip stitch in top of chain 3.

(15 double crochet made)

Round 2
Chain 3, double crochet in same stitch as chain 3.
Work 2 double crochet in each stitch around.
Join.

(30 stitches)

Round 3
Chain 1.
Single crochet in first stitch.
2 single crochet in next stitch.

Repeat:
Single crochet in next stitch,
2 single crochet in next stitch
around.

Join with slip stitch in first single crochet.
Fasten off. (45 single crochet)

Head
Make 16
Repeat Rounds 1 and 2 from the Body instructions.
Using white yarn and a tapestry needle:
Sew 7 stitches on the edge of the Head to 7 stitches on the edge of the Body.
The finished Bunny should measure approximately:
About 4½ inches long

Ears:

Make 32
Back of Ear (White)

With E hook and white yarn:
Chain 10
Single crochet in second chain from hook
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
Double crochet in next 3 chains
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
3 single crochet in last chain

Working along the other side of the chain:
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
Double crochet in next 3 chains
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
Single crochet in last chain
Join with slip stitch in first single crochet.
Fasten off.

Inside Ear (Pink)

With E hook and pink yarn:
Chain 7
Single crochet in second chain from hook
Single crochet in next chain
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
Single crochet in next chain
2 single crochet in last chain

Working along the other side:
Single crochet in next chain
Half double crochet in next 2 chains
Single crochet in last 2 chains
Join and fasten off.

Assemble Ears
Center the pink inner ear over the white ear piece.
Using white yarn, invisibly tack the pink piece in place.
Sew one end of each ear to the top of the head:
Five stitches apart

Face and Tail

Using your chosen eye color:

  • Embroider 2 French knots for eyes
  • Embroider a nose using a darker pink yarn

Attach:

  • One ¾” white pom pom to the back of the bunny body

Border Around Each Bunny Motif

Use F hook and variegated yarn.

Round 1

Join with single crochet at center bottom of Body.

Chain 4
Skip next 3 stitches
Single crochet in next stitch

Chain 7
Skip next 3 stitches
Single crochet in next stitch
(Corner loop made)

Continue working around the bunny as described, forming:

  • Chain spaces
  • Corner loops
  • Decorative edging

Join with slip stitch.

Round 2

Slip stitch into first chain-4 loop.

Chain 3
Work 3 double crochet in same loop

In each corner chain-7 loop:

Work
4 double crochet
Chain 2
4 double crochet

Continue around.
Join and fasten off.

Round 3

With Pink yarn:

Join with slip stitch in any double crochet.

Chain 3

Double crochet in each stitch around.

In each corner:

Double crochet
Chain 2
Double crochet

Round 4

Repeat Round 3.
Fasten off pink yarn.

Round 5

With White yarn, repeat Round 3.

Round 6

With Pink yarn:

Single crochet around.
Work 3 single crochet in each corner loop.

Outer Edging of Blanket

Round 1

Start at any double crochet on border.

Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet)

Work:

  • 1 double crochet in each stitch
  • 2 double crochet in chain spaces between motifs
  • 3 double crochet in each corner

Join with slip stitch.

Round 2

Chain 3

Work double crochet in back loops only around.

At corners:

Double crochet in first stitch
Skip second stitch
Double crochet in third stitch

Continue around.
Join and fasten off.

Fold this row to the back of the blanket and sew it down to create a:

Beautiful doubled border edge

Final Decorative Round

With variegated yarn:

Attach yarn between any two double crochet stitches.

Repeat:

Chain 3
Skip 3 stitches
Single crochet between next two stitches

Continue around.

Join with slip stitch.

Motif Assembly

Arrange motifs in:

Four rows of four motifs

Sew edges together using:

Pink yarn

Stitch through:

Back loops only

Optional:

Tack the Bunny’s ears to the border of each motif for added stability and decoration.

Creative Ideas for This Bunny Blanket

This sweet blanket is perfect for:

  • Baby shower gifts
  • Nursery decoration
  • Easter baskets
  • Newborn photography props
  • Handmade keepsakes
  • Toddler comfort blankets

You can also customize:

  • Pastel rainbow colors
  • Neutral nursery palettes
  • Seasonal themes
  • Personalized ribbon bows

The Baby Bunny Blanket Pattern is a joyful and heartwarming crochet project that combines creativity, softness, and playful charm. Each bunny motif adds personality and texture, making the finished blanket both functional and decorative. With its adorable details ears, bows, and fluffy tails this blanket is sure to become a favorite for babies and parents alike.

Baby Bunny Blanket pdf

At the end of this article, you can provide your readers with the free PDF pattern, allowing them to download, print, and start crocheting their own Baby Bunny Blanket with confidence. 🐰🧶

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