Easter Bunny Applique Crochet Pattern for Beginners

Welcome to My Crafts Ideas! With Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to add a touch of handmade charm to your decorations. Whether you’re looking to personalize your Easter baskets, embellish greeting cards, or create adorable accents for home décor, this Easter Bunny Applique Crochet Pattern is a fantastic choice.

This beginner-friendly pattern is quick to make and requires only a few basic stitches, making it perfect for those new to crochet or anyone wanting a fast and fun Easter project. You can use different yarn colors and sizes to customize your bunny to match your creative vision.  Add a ribbon bow or tiny beads for an extra special touch! Let’s hop right in and bring this cute little bunny to life!

Abbreviations:
Ch–chain
SC – single crochet
DC – double crochet
TR – treble crochet
DTR – double treble crochet
Sl St – slip stitch
St(s) – stitch(es)

Easter Bunny Applique Crochet Pattern for Beginners

Materials Needed:
Crochet cotton thread, size 10 (for the body)
Crochet hook 1.8 mm
Worsted-weight yarn (for the tail)
Crochet hook 2.75 mm (for the tail)
Embroidery thread (for the eyes)
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Instructions:

Bunny Body:

With a 1.8 mm crochet hook and size 10 cotton thread, create an adjustable ring.

Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first DC), work 12 DC into the ring. Pull the loop tight, Sl St into the top of the Ch 3. (Total: 13 Sts).

Round 2: Ch 1, SC in the same St, SC in the next St. 2 SC in next St, SC in the next 2 Sts. Repeat 4 times. Sl St in top of first SC. (Total: 18 Sts).

Round 3: Ch 1, SC in the same St, SC in the next St. 2 SC in next St, SC in the next 2 Sts. Repeat 5 times, finishing with 2 SC in the next St and SC in the last St. Sl St in top of first SC. (Total: 25 Sts).

Bunny Head:

Ch 3, TR in the same St, 3 TR in the next St.

Bunny Ears:

Ch 5, DTR into the top of the last TR of the head, Ch 5, Sl St into the same TR.
Repeat the process for the second ear.
Fasten off.

Bunny Tail:

Using worsted-weight yarn and a 2.75 mm hook, attach yarn where the tail should be placed.
Ch 3, DC in the same St, Ch 1, Sl St in the same St.
Fasten off.

Finishing Touches:

Embroider the eye using a small stitch.

Block your applique if necessary to shape it nicely.

Easter Bunny Applique Crochet Pattern for Beginners

Creative Uses for Your Bunny Applique:

This adorable bunny applique is perfect for:

• Decorating Easter baskets
• Adding to baby blankets or clothing
• Creating festive greeting cards
• Attaching to tote bags or home décor

This Easter Bunny Applique Crochet Pattern is a fun and quick project that brings joy to any Easter-themed creation. Try different yarn colors or add embellishments like a small ribbon bow for an extra cute touch!

Happy crocheting, and have a wonderful Easter! 🐰🌸