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In the video tutorial I do showcase various hues, inspiring viewers to imagine their personal cardigan in the colorway of their dreams. Here is a snap shot of the beautiful yarn (available at Jimmy Beans Wool)

Jewelspun Yarn colorways available at Jimmy Beans Wool

Best Crochet Hook Size for the Crochet Cocoon Cardigan – Do a Gauge Swatch!

The perfect crochet hook size for your cardigan is the one that gives you the right gauge. The easiest way to figure this out is by doing a gauge swatch. It’s much simpler to work a swatch over 14 stitches and a couple row repeats than to just get started on your sweater only to realize your project is too big or small after crocheting a long way. I used a size J or 6mm hook for the gauge of 14 sc = 4″.

Just remember, if you’re getting too many stitches in 4 inches, your stitches are too small and you should switch to a larger hook; if you’re getting too few stitches, your stitches are too big and you should try a smaller hook.

When it comes to this oversized crochet cardigan pattern, it’s better to go too big than too small. I’ve seen one that was way wider (like ten inches) than it should be and still looked good. But when it’s too narrow (again, ten inches), it looks silly. So, when you’re not sure, use a bigger hook!

Don’t bother ripping out your gauge swatch, you’ll have enough yarn for your project and a few extra swatches. Plus, you can practice working on crochet ribbing on the edge of your swatch. It’s a great way to get the hang of the stitches before starting on your project. And you can also test out different sizes for the collar or cuffs if you want to make adjustments.

gauge swatch in progress for the You Are Valued Crochet Cocoon Cardigan by Marly Bird

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How to Crochet the You Are Valued Crochet Cocoon Cardigan Video Tutorial

My tutorial is more than just a guide to make a cardigan; it’s filled with encouragement and motivation throughout. “Her enthusiasm and expertise shine through, encouraging viewers to take their skills to the next level. By following along, you’ll not only learn to create a gorgeous garment but will become a confident crocheter! ” ~ fellow Marly’s Minion.

By the end of the how to crochet a sweater video tutorial, you’ll be ready to craft a “You Are Valued” Crochet Cocoon Cardigan of your own, and you too will believe that every crafter is capable of creating something beautiful. So, grab your hooks and yarn, and let me, Marly Bird, guide you through each cozy stitch on the path to crafting your new favorite cardigan.

YouTube Video Tutorial Transcript

We know that there are crocheters out there that love to have a transcript of the videos on YouTube. So we’ve added the transcript for the How to Crochet the You Are Valued Crochet Cocoon Cardigan video here.

Easy Beginner Crochet Cardigan – Learn How to Crochet the You Are Valued Crochet Cocoon Cardigan 💕 – YouTube

Transcript:

(00:00) are you ready to crochet your new favorite cardigan I’m Marley bird you’re by crafty bestie and I’m here to show you how let’s go show me show [Music] me hello my friends and welcome to the Marley bird YouTube channel your One-Stop shop for everything knitting and crochet to help you become a better crafter in this this video I am showing you how to make this lovely crochet cocoon cardigan this is the you valued crochet cardigan I designed this piece after everybody fell in love with the know your worth knit cardigan because my

(00:48) my crocheters needed to have something too so what you will find here is the exact same construction similar stitch pattern and a nice big Shaw collar that you can choose to close with a Shaw pin or you can absolutely remove that and just have a nice open cardigan to wear this pattern is so much fun and it’s super duper beginner friendly so whether you are a brand new crochet you’re ready to venture into garments that are just a little bit beyond a blanket or you’re an experienced crocheter ready to make your

(01:24) next favorite cardigan I have the pattern for you you can find this pattern over at Marley bird.com I’ve put a link in the video description box right down there below in that pattern you will find the written instructions a chart links to a whole bunch of videos that you might need and of course you’ll have all of the materials speaking of materials I’m sure you noticed that the colorway on this cardigan is absolutely stunning and that is because the jewel spun yarn by Sardar is absolutely gorgeous and it lends

(01:59) itself to a beautiful colorway with this stitch pattern this color here is called turquoise sky but there are so many other Jewel spun colors you could choose from let me show you a few the SAR company was nice enough to send me a bunch of their Yarns so that way I could show you guys all of the color possibilities with this beautiful yarn and this is only some of them you guys I mean look at these colors they are absolutely stunning I’m going to point out this one first because this is what I made the know your worth cardigan in

(02:35) this color here is called Golden green and it’s not to be confused with this color here called evening Jade this one here has more purples and turquoises in it but it is absolutely gorgeous of course if you wanted to have something a little bit more mild and Browns and blacks and Grays this is your go-to colorway it’s called crystal quartz this would be absolutely stunning in this pattern I telling you it’d be great all right for all of my pink fans out there come on this is glowing Garnet this color is absolutely to die for oh my

(03:16) gosh it’s so darn pretty this one here this just screams jewel tones to me it is called Midnight Fords and it is like I I have have no words you guys absolutely beautiful I mean use this yarn to make this cardigan wear it with a black top and some black slacks and you have an outfit for the night out on the town I mean it would be absolutely stunning then of course we have this beautiful oranges and pinks and reds this colorway is called Sunstone Amber and it is equally just as as pretty if you are a fan of orange Yarns and you

(03:58) really like gravitate to this this color this this Hue this would be just great and then last but not least obviously the turquoise Sky those are only a few of the jewel spun Yarns you could choose to make this cardigan out of and you will have a beautiful cardigan no matter which one you choose besides the yarn you will also need a size J or a 6 mm crochet hook or whatever size you need to get gauge you will need some Stitch markers of course a bent tip tapestry needle to weave in your ends and to seam together the minimal seaming that is on

(04:34) this piece and then we have a good pair of scissors and last but not least like I mentioned if you wanted to use a Shaw pin you absolutely could do this um I love these Shaw pins I think they’re absolutely beautiful I’ll be sure to put a link in the video description box below in case you want to check these out they are from Indian Lake Artisans they’re absolutely gorgeous if you’re ready to get started grab that pattern grab your yarn grab your hook and all of the little extras that you could

(05:04) possibly need for this pattern join me back here and I will get you started on the stitch pattern how you’re going to construct this cocoon cardigan we’ll talk about the collar and the join as you go method and you will be Off to the Races making your very own hugable [Music] wearable we begin with the foundation single crochet for this project because we want the elasticity of our beginning row to match that of our ending row so it’s important that we begin with the foundation single crochet if you’ve

(05:42) never done it before let me show you how to do it we will begin with a slip knot on our hook so begin with a slip knot and then you will chain two stitches one 2 in that first chain you did or the second chain from Hook however you want to think about it insert your hook right into that chain okay and then yarn over and pull up a loop that Loop you just pulled up is going to become a chain okay even though this looks like you’re on your way to making a single crochet we want to create a chain right here into that

(06:23) first Loop so what you will do is you will yarn over and draw through one it’s at this point you will take a stitch marker and put it right into that chain you just created that’s going to help you know exactly where your next Stitch is going to have to be completed okay now we have two loops on our hook and this is where we will complete our single crochet so you yarn over and draw through two so to start the next one we’re going to come over here to that Stitch I had you mark you’re going to go

(06:53) into the chain and try and get through two Loops okay It’s tricky at the start but then you’ll get used to it you want to go underneath two Loops of your chain okay it just makes the edge a lot easier to seam yarn over pull up a loop again that first Loop is going to become a chain so you will yarn over and draw through one take your marker and move it up into that chain you just created so that way you know where you’re going to create your next Stitch yarn over draw through two so here we go into our

(07:29) marked Stitch which is a chain I went under so I have two Loops yarn over draw through one uh draw through those yarn over draw through one move the marker up yarn over draw through two let’s do that one more time together go into your marked chain make sure you have two two of those uh legs yarn over pull up a loop yarn over draw through one move your marker up yarn over draw through two you’ll see here you’re getting a nice stretchy start right here go ahead and complete the number of foundation single crochets

(08:16) you need to make for the size you are [Music] needing once you reach the number of foundation single crochets you need go ahead and leave that marker down there at the bottom so that way you can quickly identify what is the bottom of your row here to begin with because it’s really easy to get disoriented we will go ahead and we will turn our work and chain one you can chain one and turn as well it doesn’t really matter and it’s at this point we want to work half double crochets into each of the stitches that we just

(08:54) created all the way down so we’re just going to work half double crochet into each single crochet all the way down if you don’t know how to do a half double you yarn over your hook to begin with just like so go into the Stitch yarn over pull up a loop so you have three loops on your hook yarn over draw through all three when you get to the end of your row take a second go back and count all of your stitches make sure you have the correct Stitch count then you will go ahead and chain one in turn or turn in chain one whichever one you

(09:31) want to do and it’s at this point we will be doing single crochets into the back Loop of those stitches we just did so if you’re looking at your work just like so you can see it kind of looks like you have a loop right here a loop right there and then one in the very back we want the one all the way back here and we will work a single crochet so come to the all the way in the back and work a single crochet all the way and back working that single crochet what that’s doing is it’s leaving this front Loop the front Loop

(10:08) right there and the one down here it’s leaving them open and it gives the illusion of a v right there that is the very nice subtle line that you get in this fabric it’s created by working single crochets in the back Loop of these half doubles and it just looks really great okay at the end of the row your your work should look just a little something like this and it’s at this point we will turn our work and complete a stacked double crochet so you turn your work you do not chain go into the top of that first single crochet yarn

(10:45) over pull up a loop yarn over draw through two and then just right here that that Stitch that you just created just pierce your hook right through the middle of it yarn over pull up a loop yarn over and draw through two that is a step double crochet it’s at this point we’re going to continue with the V stitch so we’re going to skip one stitch and we’re going to work two double crochets in the next Stitch okay so you Skip One and work two double crochets in the next do not put a chain between them

(11:19) just work two double crochets skip one two double crochets in the next skip one two double crochets in the next and you will do this all the way down until you get to the very last single crochet and you will work a double crochet in the very last Stitch of the row once you’ve reached the end of that row we will turn our work and again we start off with a stacked double crochet so you complete one single crochet and then you work right through the middle of that one and work another one and it’s at this point you won’t

(12:06) skip right here in the beginning you’re going to go between these two double crochets of the V stitch go between them and you will create two doubles so there’s one and two you do not work a chain or anything else you will skip this space right there between that double and that one and right here these two doubles that were the V stitch the next one over go right between them and complete another V stitch so two doubles okay we’re going to do this all the way across and be very careful make sure you don’t accidentally put a V

(12:48) stitch in the wrong place meaning let me get myself some more yarn here do not accidentally put it like right here it always goes in the middle of the V stitches okay we’re working in the middle of those V stitches all the way down when you get to the end of the row you will end with a double crochet into that very first double crochet and you have some work that looks like this pretty nice right okay let’s move on to the next row we will turn our work and chain one or chain one and turn it doesn’t matter and now we want to work

(13:24) half double crochets all the way down this row okay so we’ll work half double crochets all the way down so into each of these stitches just work your half doubles when you get to the end of this row you should have the exact same number of stitches that you had when you started and now you will turn and chain one or chain one and turn and we are back to row two where we did the single crochets through the back Loop only so we turn go to the back Loop of those half doubles right and work our single crochets all the way down and that’s it

(14:07) you guys that’s the pattern for the entire cardigan you just continue working this four row repeat and you get this really beautiful stitch pattern once you finish that single crochet row you can set it down and it’s here you can begin to see where your pattern is beginning to take shape and it’s just those four rows that you continue repeating for the entire cardigan it’s really that easy I was not lying when I said this is a very crochet beginner friendly pattern now as you’re working on this you do want to make sure

(14:45) you’re not accidentally getting tighter as you create your stitches so make sure you pause every now and again and measure your work in progress to make sure that it’s still on track to be the same measurement as it is in the schematic and I will will’ll give you a little tip it’s okay to be a little bit bigger than the schematic but I would not go any smaller than the schematic okay if you have a fabric that’s smaller when you go to wear your cardigan it’s not going to really like fit over your

(15:15) bust and feel like it’s it’s it’s kind of snuggly it’s going to feel like it’s it’s more of a shrug than a cocoon so it’s better to have it a little bit bigger I mean you could go as big as like 10 in wider if you if you wanted to um but the measurements that we have chosen for this cardigan they they tend to be the most perfect sizing I’ve made so many Cardigans with these measurements and they tend to be the most perfect size um that we’ve experienced but I just wanted to give

(15:42) you a heads up on that it’s better to be a little bit bigger versus a little bit smaller once you have crocheted the fabric to the correct length not just the width it’s at that point you would work one more row of single crochets across the top of your project once you get the full rectangle of your cardigan complete it’s at that point you will work the seaming which is just some whip stitches together so let’s take a peek at how you would do [Music] that once you’ve completed that final

(16:17) row of single crochets I highly recommend giving your piece a little bit of a block so Pin It Out On A blocking board sprit it with some water and let it dry or maybe lightly steam it it will make the joint as you go process for the collar and the Cuffs a lot easier if you do that once that is all done you’ll have a piece of fabric that looks similar to this obviously much much larger and it’s at that point we’re ready to seam now what we want to seam together are actually the short edges so you’re going to take your Fabric and you

(16:52) will fold it with the wrong sides facing and you’ll know what the wrong side is because you want to be able to see that nice line of V’s right there that you created with the um single crochet in the back Loop only and once you do that what will happen is you want to whip stitch together starting down here at the The Edge this is the foundation single crochet Edge and your last Edge and you want to just whip Stitch this Edge together but you want to leave an opening for the cuff right there okay and to whip Stitch it’s really just as

(17:27) easy as grabbing your tapestry needle and some yarn and we’re just going to whip these two pieces together I like to get as close to the corner as I can to start to match up the two corners and then we really are just going to whip them together okay we don’t have to do anything super special about it um if you wanted to do a more decorative like single crochet join or a slip stitch join you could and that could be a really great design feature but it is is not necessary okay I’m just going once you get it all seam together

(18:03) go ahead and weave in your tail I’m just going to snip mine off because I can we’re just doing a little Swatch here and I’m going to seam together the opposite side as well so I’ll go to the opposite side make sure the two ends meet up and then let’s just whip these together quickly once the two ends are seam together you have a piece that looks like this right but as you open up the center you’re GNA see that this is your cocoon right so these openings here that you left here and here that’s where your cuff goes and

(18:44) then this right here that’s where your your body fits in right so it’s at this point this is where you’re going to create your [Music] collar let’s talk about the collar it is made in a join as you go technique so you work the ribed collar and you join it to the fabric at the same time you absolutely could make the collar separate and then seam it to the Cocoon cardigan or if you’re by crafty like me and want to do a knitted collar you could pick up and knit stitches all the way around this opening here and work

(19:22) like a 2 x two collar if you wanted to but for the join as you go collar that I created for this piece we are going to join our yarn right here at the corner we will chain some stitches and then as we work back every time we work back towards the piece here we will join it to these stitches that we have either on the foundation single crochet Edge or our final single crochet Edge that’s why we have those nice stitches there we get to work into and it’s going to turn out really great so let’s go ahead and see

(19:55) how this is done for the collar you will begin at your seam here and you want to join with a slip stitch so put your hook in and just join your yarn with a slip stitch now the pattern tells you to chain X number of chains and I will let you know if you want a larger more dynamic or drastic collar chain more than written in the pattern it’s totally up to you but go ahead and chain however many stitches is written in the pattern I’m just going to do a few stitches here and once you’ve reach that we want to

(20:30) then work back in a row of single crochets but when we get to the end of the row here we’re going to join two times to our fabric one join is going to be to represent the row we were on and the next join which will be one stitch up will represent our turning chain so let’s go ahead in the single crochet from or in the second hook the second chain from Hook let’s single crochet and and we will do this all the way down get into that last one there and then once you’ve worked all of those single crochets you’re going to go to the so if

(21:21) I joined right here I’m going to go to the next stitch up and I’m going to put my hook in and do a slip stitch and then I go to the next stitch up from there and I do another slip stitch so this second slip stitch here takes the place of my my turning chain okay so now I’m going to turn my work I do not want to work into that slip stitch or that slip stitch I want to come down here to the single crochet and I want to work into the back Loop only and I will work single crochets all the way back when you get to the end of the row chain

(22:15) one and turn or turn and chain one doesn’t matter and then you’re going to work single crochets in the back Loop only all the way back and when you you get to the edge of your fabric again you will join with that slip stitch once again going to get all the way back here when you go to join this time make sure you don’t join where you already have a slip stitch kind of A good rule of thumb is any of the stitches along the actual body if there has already been a stitch worked into it don’t go into it again go into the next stitch up

(23:01) so I go to the next stitch up and do a slip stitch that’s the first one that joins the ribbing I just did to the body and then I go to the following stitch up and that takes the place of my turning chain so I will turn my work don’t work into either one of those slip stitches go down to the single crochet and work back Loop only and just go back and forth and this is how you make the collar this is how you do the cuff it’s this very simple ribbing okay can you see how that works up see how that works up real nice and neat now the

(23:39) difference between the collar ribbing and the cuff ribbing is the collar ribbing you know we have these nice stitches right here that we can easily work into and here at the cuff it’s at the edge of our work so there are no stitches there so you’ll notice that on the cuff I have you do one round of single crochet to begin with and then create your cuff and just like the collar if you want your cuff to be longer you want to chain more stitches than what is written in the pattern so for my sample let me grab it right

(24:13) here the cuff on the sample is just this nice little cuff right here but if you wanted this to be double the size you would double the chain amount and then you could have a folding cuff so like this one folds right but it’s just like this little dainty little fold if I wanted it to be a full fold then I would double this up and you absolutely could do that um you just want to make sure you have enough yarn to do that once your collar and cuffs are complete weave in any tail that you have and your cardigan is all done next thing you know

(24:44) you’re going to throw it on and look like this isn’t this cardigan amazing I love it so much the minute I got it back from my contractor Tammy I put it on and I have been in love ever since I know you’re going to love your C again as well be sure to share with me on social media as you work on yours snap a picture and send it my way use #m marlybird and I’ll be sure to smash your like button and give you all the encouragement you need all right everybody that’s it for me you’re by crafty bestie I’ll see you in the next

(25:19) video bye [Music] guys this is show me love this is all we got show me show me love show me

Enjoy your crochet time!

xoxo Marly Bird

Cutest Crochet Easter Bunny Amigurumi Ever!

March 22, 2024 By Marly Bird 1 Comment

Hey there, friends! I am absolutely bursting with excitement to share with you all the bunny rabbit joy I can bring into your homes this Easter (or any time of year)! Let’s talk about crochet Easter bunny stuffies – I mean, come on, how cute are they? Isn’t this the most gorgeous crochet Easter bunny amigurumi ever? These little bunnies are adorable, and they make for the perfect spring project that you can snuggle up with, gift to loved ones, and even use as festive decor around your home.

Plus, we have a new free crochet Easter bunny amigurumi pattern for you right here on this blog! The cute crochet bunny rabbit stuffed animal is easy and quick to make for beginner crocheters or more seasoned crocheters! Or, if you are looking for something quick to knit (for all my BiCrafty friends), check out the simple booboo bunny pattern.

Marly Bird showcasing her adorable handmade crochet bunny rabbit stuffed animal, with a link to a free pattern available on her website.

It’s time to grab your hooks, get those creative juices flowing, and let’s hop right into making some crochet Easter bunny magic together! Trust me, you won’t be able to resist the charm of these charming little bunnies. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get crafting and spread some handmade happiness this Easter season!

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you decide to purchase through my links at no cost to you.

Picking the Perfect Yarn for Your Crochet Easter Bunny Amigurumi

Choosing the right yarn is super important for your bunny stuffies, but it can be varied as well. You could choose a soft fuzzy yarn, a plush blanket yarn, a smooth worsted weight yarn, a velvet yarn, wool yarn, cotton or cotton blend yarn, or acrylic yarn…the sky’s the limit! I will say that most people want their bunny to be cuddly and soft. So, look for yarns that will work with the pattern you choose. That’s the easiest way.

But pay attention to the care instructions on the yarn as well, as you want it to be easy to wash.

Oh, and as for colors, you could go with more traditional Easter bunny colors of spring. Think pastel pinks, greens, yellows, and of course, bunny white! Or, nobody is stopping you from choosing bold colors or even speckles. I certainly won’t stop you from crocheting a hot pink bunny. Choose colors you love 💕.

Easy-to-Follow Patterns for Crocheters of All Levels

Whether you’re a crochet newbie or a pro with the hook, there’s a crochet Easter bunny amigurumi pattern out there for you. I’ve got a list of my favorite patterns that are clear, simple, and so much fun to make. You’ll find yourself creating a whole family of bunnies before you know it!

Make Your Bunnies Special with Accessories

Okay, let’s talk more about how to set your Easter bunny apart from the rest. Sure, you chose an awesome pattern, but maybe you want to give your crochet bunny its own personality with cute accessories! Think tiny crochet carrots, sweet little bow ties, crochet hearts, or even a mini Easter egg. These small details make your bunnies one-of-a-kind and super special.

Some of the little things I’ve seen that make the bunny rabbit a little extra are an extra fuzzy tail, long ears, whiskers, eyelashes, or moveable limbs. One of my friends even added magnets to the inside of a crochet heart and the paws of the hands on her bunny so the bunny could hold the heart! It’s so darn cute and super clever!

Just a note of caution ⚠️ : if you are making this stuffie for a baby shower or a kit, be sure to use caution. When making stuffed toy accessories, you don’t want to accidentally make something that can be a hazard to small kids, so make sure you follow laws for toy products and, of course, use your common sense.

Warm smiles by Marly Bird as she holds a handmade bunny —small crochet bunny rabbit stuffed animal fits in the palm of her hand. Great for Easter baskets.

Sharing Your Adorable Creations

Once you’ve made your adorable bunny stuffies, you’ve GOT to show them off! Share your creations on social media and use hashtags #mmmdi or #marlybird. It’s the perfect way to connect with fellow crocheters and get inspired by each other’s work.

Let’s Make This Easter Extra Special – Free Little Crochet Bunny Stuffie

Several years ago, I paid a designer friend to design some simple animal amigurumi patterns I could use on my website. Over the years, we’ve published some of the designs, but I still have maybe 10 more to publish. So today, I’m offering a free crochet Easter bunny amigurumi pattern by Michele Wilcox just for all of you.

This adorable little bunny rabbit crochet pattern is a super fast project. If you need to crochet bunnies for one or several Easter baskets, this is the crochet rabbit pattern for you, as you can make one in less than 2 hours. Plus, it has a mini crochet carrot accessory to go with it! Trust me, this will work up quickly. It is a fast crochet bunny project, even for a beginner crocheter.

Unleash your creativity with this adorable crochet rabbit! Free pattern at marlybird.com

Designed by Michele Wilcox for MarlyBird.com

Skill Level

Adventurous Beginner

Measurements

Finished Measurements

Bunny is 8” [20.5 cm] in head circumference by 5.5” [14 cm] tall.

Gauge

15 sc x 16 rounds = 4” [10 cm] x 4” [10 cm]; use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

Materials

Yarn

Color A: #28423 Cotton Candy, 1 ball

Color B: #28455 White, small amount

Color C: #28440 Orange, small amount

Color D: #28409 Alfalfa, small amount

Color E: #28413 Black, small amount

Crochet Hook

Size G/6 [4.0 mm], or size to obtain gauge (but gauge is not super important for this stuffed animal pattern)

Notions

Stitch Markers, Scissors, Tapestry needle, Polyester Fiberfill

Crochet Abbreviations

Ch – Chain(s)

PM – Place Marker

RS – Right Side

Sc – Single Crochet

Sl st – Slip Stitch

Sp(s) – Space(s)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

WS – Wrong Side

Special Crochet Stitches

⭐️ Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog): *Insert hook into indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop; repeat from * in next stitch indicated, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook. (1 decrease)

⭐️ Double Magic loop or Double Adjustable Ring: Wrap yarn around your fingers twice, pull up a loop through the ring created, chain 1. Follow directions for number of stitches for round 1. Pull on yarn end to determine which strand will be closed with yarn end. Pull on that strand to close 2nd strand of ring. Pull on yarn end to close first strand of ring.

Notes

Bunny Rabbit is worked in pieces and seamed together. Details are added last.
Body parts are worked in continuous spiral rounds that are not joined at the end of the round.
Body parts start with a double adjustable ring. You can substitute a chain 2 and sc in the 2nd chain if you wish for the double adjustable ring.
Using a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each new round throughout all stuffed animal patterns is helpful, and we suggest doing it for this bunny too.

A joyous Marly Bird in a denim jacket and colorful scarf, beaming with delight as she presents a cute pink crocheted bunny rabbit with carrot. Free crochet bunny rabbit pattern on marlybird.com website

Crochet Easter Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Bunny Head

Note: Head is worked from the top of the head at the increasing rounds through the bottom of the head while decreasing.

With A, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around, do not turn– 12 sc.

Round 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 18 sc.

Round 4: *2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 24 sc

Round 5: Sc in each sc around, do not turn.

Round 6: *Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 30 sc

Rounds 7-11: Sc in each st around, do not turn.

Round 12: *Sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc, sc in next 3 sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 24 sc.

Round 13: *Sc in next 2 sc, sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 18 sc.

Round 14: *Sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * around, sl st to first sc, fasten off leaving long tail for seaming– 12 sc.

Stuff head with fiberfill, do not close opening.

Bunny Body

Note: Body is worked from the bottom at the increasing rounds through the top of the body while decreasing.

With A, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around, do not turn– 12 sc.

Round 3: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 18 sc.

Round 4: *2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 24 sc

Rounds 5-10: Sc in each sc around, do not turn.

Round 11: *Sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc; repeat from * around, sl st to first sc, fasten off leave long tail for seaming– 12 sc.

Stuff body with fiberfill, do not close opening.

Sew head to the body, working through the last rounds of head and body. Seam a second time to make it more sturdy. Using color E, satin stitch eyes and nose on Round X of head. Embroider with a long straight stitch for a mouth line.

Bunny Ears

Make 2

With A, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Round 2: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 9 sc

Rounds 3-8: Sc in each sc around, do not turn.

Round 9: *Sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * around, sl st to first sc, fasten off leaving long tail for seaming– 6 sc.

Stuff ears lightly with fiberfill. Using the photos as a guide sew the ears to the body.

Arms

Make 2

With A, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Rounds 2-6: Sc in each sc around, do not turn.

Fasten off leaving a long tail for seaming. Using the photos as a guide and sew the arms to the body.

Bunny Tail

With B, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around, do not turn– 12 sc

Rounds 3-4: Sc in each sc around, do not turn.

Fasten off leaving a long tail for seaming. Stuff tail lightly with fiberfill. Gather stitches in the last round together. Sew tail to body.

A beaming Marly Bird with curly hair and glasses showcasing a handmade pink rabbit. She is pointing at the white bunny tail.

Carrot Pattern

With C, make a double adjustable ring.

Round 1 (RS): 6 sc in ring, pull ring closed, do not turn–6 sc.

Round 2: *Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc; repeat from * around, do not turn– 9 sc

Rounds 3-7: Sc2tog in front loops only over next 2 sc, sc in each remaining sc around— 4 sc.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming. Gather stitches in the last round together.

Carrot Top

Join D with sl st to top of carrot, [ch 6, sl st to first sl st] 3 times. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Crocheting these bunnies is not just about making something cute; it’s about creating memories and spreading joy. Whether you’re making them for your kids, as gifts for friends, or just for fun, these bunnies will surely add an extra dose of cuteness to your Easter.

And remember, I’m here to cheer you on every step of the way! Let’s make this Easter one to remember with the sweetest crochet bunny stuffies. They’re soft, they’re cuddly, and they’re waiting for you to bring them to life!

Final Thoughts

We think about making these bunny rabbit amigurumi patterns near Easter, but there’s no law saying we can’t make one any time of year. Use this cute crochet bunny rabbit stuffed animal pattern and make a bunny for yourself or anyone in your life. Again, this crochet pattern is perfect for all skill levels, and these bunnies will definitely add a pop of spring joy to your home. Don’t forget to share your finished bunnies with #mmmdi or #marlybird!

Create a Stunning Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan With This Easy One-Piece Pattern

March 19, 2024 By Marly Bird Leave a Comment

A simple crochet cardigan you are going to LOVE! Introducing the Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan, a garment that promises to elevate your wardrobe with intricate patterns and delicate textures. Time to take a step beyond that granny square and create a sweater everybody will want.

Perfect for chilly offices, breezy evenings, or as a chic overlay for your favorite dress or T-shirt. This cardigan seamlessly blends style with comfort.

With easy-to-follow written instructions and crochet stitch diagrams, this one-piece crochet cardigan pattern is for crocheters of all skill levels. It promises an amazing crafting experience; it’s a perfect project for Netflix and Chill Crocheter.

A four-panel collage of Marly Bird beaming with joy in a cobalt blue crochet lace cardigan, showing different angles including front, back, and side views, with close-ups highlighting the cardigan's intricate lace pattern and cozy fit. One piece sweater.

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Made from the amazing yarn from WeCrochet, City Tweed Aran, this cardigan adds a touch of luxury to your clothing collection. It offers the joy of creating a truly unique piece.

Learn more about this piece of clothing that’s more than a rectangle with sleeves. It’s a sweater you’ll never want to take off. Yes, it’s time to make your very own Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan.

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Discover the Beauty of the Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan

Leggings are everywhere, indeed. Personally, I absolutely love and live in them. You can dress them up with a cotton flare dress from Old Navy, a tunic from Torrid, or a new cardigan *wink. This crochet heavy worsted-weight cardigan was designed by the BiCrafty duo! Marly Bird and Robyn Chachula think this is the perfect accessory to wear with your favorite leggings. This must-have layering piece is great for anyone ready to try crocheting their own clothes.

The pattern is easy to follow. So, if you’re new to crocheting sweaters or you’ve been doing it for a while, you’ll find it fun. As long as you know a few basic crochet skills (and even if you don’t, we have help for that) –

If you can work these stitches, we’re telling you, you can do this! We use those basic crochet stitches in the stitch pattern we call the Aurora Lace stitch pattern. Once you get that 4-row stitch pattern sequence down, you will have a sweater in no time! Plus, Marly filmed a video tutorial to help you with these stitches, so you don’t have to flounder!

A collage of Marly Bird showcasing the cobalt blue Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan with different poses, including a heartwarming one holding a black cat, against a bright blue background with text highlighting the pattern and video tutorial. One piece sweater.

Understanding the Design Inspiration Behind this One Piece Sweater Pattern

The structure of the Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan is one both Marly and Robyn love to use when designing crochet. Neither enjoys seaming lots of little pieces to make a full garment. Even when they design motif-style sweaters, they always join as you go. So whenever they can design a piece to be made all in one, that is their go-to design.

Marly thought this cardigan should complement the 2023 Turkey Trot crochet pullover sweater (the Trifle Crochet Pullover free pattern on the blog). She doesn’t always like wearing a big pullover and prefers an easy-to-wear layering piece, hence the Aurora Lace.

Named for the city in Colorado where Marly used to live, Aurora. It is a beautiful name for a beautiful stitch pattern. So, as much as you’d like to think this sweater is named after the Aurora Borealis, it isn’t.

Simple One-Piece Construction Technique

As mentioned, the simple one-piece construction technique makes the crochet process of making a sweater a little easier. The Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan has minimal seaming. Even the rib is joined as you go and stitched directly onto the body of the garment.

This design approach eliminates the need for sewing or seaming multiple parts together, presenting a streamlined process from start to finish.

“It just makes sense to me to design this way. Crochet is so plyable, flexible and forgiving. Usually any extra waist or shoulder shaping just isn’t necessary to get a good fit. So, making a sweater in one piece with little shaping on the sleeve and neck just works.”
– Marly Bird; Your BiCrafty Bestie

Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan lays flat on a white wood table with blue and white flowers around it at either corner. Showing off the lace stitch pattern and the front single crochet ribbed collar and cuffs - Marly Bird

It’s been widely mentioned in the Marly’s Minions Facebook group that they appreciate the ease and beauty of working their sweater as a continuous piece. Favorite designs include the Amimono Kimono, Creekside Ruana, Lyvia Ruana, Garden Party Sweater, Goldenrod Crochet Sweater, Ashley Sweater, Hydroponic Tunic.

With a helpful schematic, stitch diagrams, and thoughtful video guidance, understanding crocheting in one piece becomes simple for even a beginner sweater crocheter.

Visual Aids to Assist in Piece Construction

Visual aids are indispensable in demystifying the one-piece construction technique for the Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan. The 26-page pattern is more than just the written crochet instructions; it offers detailed charts and diagrams. These resources become an invaluable guide for crocheters, helping them visualize the layout and progression of their project with clarity and precision.

Video tutorials with clear step-by-step demonstrations further help the crocheter understand the one-piece construction. As visual learners, Marly and Robyn always give as many visual guidance tools as possible. So, even those new to any concept, especially one-piece crochet, can confidently tackle the project.

Here’s the stitch diagram for the Aurora Lace crochet stitch pattern. This chart is also used in the video tutorial. Full stitch diagrams for each size are only available in the pattern.

Size Matters. And this Pattern is Size-Inclusive

Since the beginning of their design careers, Marly and Robyn have designed for multiple sizes. They always pushed for more size inclusivity in the yarn fashion industry. Try searching a site like Ravelry for a sweater pattern available in a larger size (bigger than a 49 inch bust). Seeing the design shown on a larger model is also important. That was not often something they saw more than 20 years ago. For them, it is important to design garments for everybody, especially ones they can wear. So, you’ll find many (if not all) of their designs are sized up to three extra large. Lots of their newer patterns are sized up to five extra large.

The size range of this particular pattern is impressive. The entire pattern includes written instructions, and the added value of the stitch diagrams provided for each size is immeasurable. Whether you’re looking for a size extra small to a 5XL, this pattern will work for you.

The exact Measurements of this pattern are as follows –

To Fit Size: XS (S-L, XL/2X, 3-5X) with 4-15” [10-38 cm] of positive ease. Sample shown has 7” of positive ease.

Finished Cardigan Measurements: Sweater is 35 (46, 57.5, 69)” [89, 117, 146, 175.5 cm] bust circumference and 23 (25, 27, 29)” [58.5, 63.5, 68.5, 73.5 cm] in length.

Here is the schematic for this pattern to help you choose your correct size.

Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan Pattern. One piece sweater schematic with measurements for sizes XS (S-L, XL-2XL, 3XL-5XL) - Marly Bird

Does My Gauge Matter for a Crochet Sweater?

Yes, gauge does matter when you are crocheting a sweater. You must match the same gauge as the crochet pattern is written. Change your crochet hook size to get the stitches of the correct size (gauge) with the yarn you choose.

We did write a blog post about getting crochet gauge if you’re interested in reading it. Remember, you MUST use the same hook and yarn for your gauge swatch as you plan for your project. Even changing the color of the yarn can alter the gauge, so be aware!

The gauge for this sweater pattern is: 2 Stitch Repeats (10 dc + 4 ch-sps) by 8 Rows = 5.75” [15 cm] by 4” [10 cm]; use any size hook to obtain the gauge.

Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan pattern and video tutorial in text at the top, Marly Bird models the crochet pattern in cobalt blue color with her hands held in front of her.

Gather Your Materials for the Aurora Lace Cardigan

Marly and Robyn wanted to keep the material list light for this crochet pattern. Still, they also wanted to use a semi-luxury yarn readily available at a very affordable price. City Tweed is one of their favorite yarns. But this is the first time using the aran/heavy worsted weight version.

The blend of merino, superfine alpaca, and Donegal tweed makes for an amazing crocheting experience. This yarn glides on your crochet hook, and the finished look is rustic and super cozy.

Here are the yarn details for this pattern: WeCrochet, City Tweed Aran, (55% merino wool/ 25% superfine alpaca/ 20% Donegal tweed, 164 yds / 150 m, 3.5 oz/ 100 g, CYCA #4 heavy worsted) – 5 (6, 8, 10) balls. Sample color on pattern – Jacquard; sample color on Marly – Cobalt.

Best Crochet Hooks for Aurora Lace

The lace crochet in this pattern is a bit of a misnomer. It’s an aran weight yarn with big lace stitches, so there’s no need to select a small hook. A crochet hook with a nice pointed tip does help get into the foundation stitches, but it’s not a must-have. Marly used a Susan Bates inline hook with a large ergonomic handle, as she loves to use this when she crochets. It prevents her hand from cramping.

For this pattern, the suggested crochet hook size is a J/10 or a 6mm crochet hook.

Additional Tools You’ll Need For This One-Piece Sweater Pattern

As with any pattern, it takes more than just yarn and hooks to crochet an item. A simple set of supportive tools plays a role in a successful project. These are the tools you need to make this sweater:

A tape measure – to measure your gauge in the pattern and the ribbing. This is very important for making sure your cardigan matches the desired measurements.
Pair of scissors – to cut the yarn. Always leave 4 – 6 inches of tail to weave in later.
Speaking of weaving in, you need a darning needle. Don’t just crochet over your ends. You’ll be very disappointed in the results after you wash and wear your garment. Weaving in ends is crucial for finishing touches.
As always, a set of stitch markers will come in handy. Use these markers to keep the edges of your sweater straight. Section off the edges for the back-loop single crochet ribbing added to the sleeve cuff, bottom hem, and neckline collar. These Clover locking stitch markers are Marly’s favorites.
Blocking Materials: Blocking your sweater is very important to get the full effect of crochet lace. It also makes the seaming process easier. This blog post is full of information about blocking supplies that are Marly’s favorites.
This is not listed on the pattern but may be useful for those who want a more closed-front cardigan without buttonholes: these pedestal buttons by Jul.

Step-by-Step Video Instructions for Crocheting Your Cardigan

Marly Bird created a YouTube video tutorial for this pattern. She walks you through stitch by stitch to create the stunning Aurora Lace Crochet Cardigan. It’s an in-depth tutorial perfect for crocheters ready to expand their skills. Anyone longing to wrap themselves in a handcrafted layer of warmth and style will love it.

🧶 What You’ll Learn:

Foundation Single Crochet: Kick off your cardigan with a sturdy and stretchy base.
Aurora Lace Stitch Pattern: Master the heart of this pattern with its captivating lace details. Learn all the crochet stitches in this pattern so you don’t crochet without a clue.
Sleeves: Learn to add, shape, and tailor sleeves with ease, including increasing and decreasing techniques.
Neck Opening: Plan and execute the perfect V-neck opening that frames your face beautifully.
Crocheting in One Piece: Simplify construction and reduce seaming as you work the entire sweater in a single piece.
Join As You Go Ribbing: Finish with a flourish by adding ribbing that’s worked directly onto the cardigan for a polished look.

🌟 Whether an adventurous beginner eager to dive into your first crochet sweater or an experienced crocheter looking for a relaxing project with enough challenge, this crochet cardigan will become a cherished piece in your wardrobe.

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