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08 April Crafts & DIY Projects Digest

Crochet Melody The Bunny

Knitting & Crocheting

Introducing the adorable creation known as Melody The Bunny, a charming crochet masterpiece that is sure to capture the hearts of all who lay eyes on her. This handcrafted bunny is lovingly made with intricate crochet stitches, giving her a unique and whimsical appearance that is simply irresistible. With her soft pastel colors and delicate features, Melody exudes a sense of warmth and comfort that makes her the perfect companion for both children and adults alike. Each stitch in Melody The Bunny's design is carefully crafted to perfection, ensuring that she is not only beautiful to look at but also durable enough to withstand hours of playtime. Her floppy ears and fluffy tail add a touch of playfulness to her overall look, making her a delightful addition to any collection of stuffed animals. Whether displayed on a shelf or snuggled up in bed, Melody The Bunny is sure to bring joy and happiness to all who welcome her into their lives.

Materials

- 2.00 mm crochet hook (US C)
- 100 % cotton yarn for a 2.00 mm hook
- A pair of 6 mm safety eyes
- Tapestry needle
- Polyfiber fill
- 5.5 cm of craft wire 

Abbreviations (US Terms)
st = stitchch = chain
sc = single crochet 

You will need: White, light pink, a bit of lilac and a tiny bit of light yellow yarn. I’ve used 100% cotton yarn (8/4 - Fingering).
Finished size: From head to toe, your finished doll measures 12 cm approximately. Of course, should you choose a different hook and yarn, final measures will vary…

Leg 1
Start with white…
1. Chain 6 ch stitches. Crochet 2 sc (increase) in the second ch from hook and then 1 sc in each of the following 3 ch stitches. Crochet 4 sc (2 increases) in the last ch stitch, which will allow you to turn and work on the other side of the foundation chain. Crochet 1 sc in each of the following 3 ch stitches and, finally, 2 sc (increase) in the last ch stitch. (Total stitches: 14 sc)
2. Crochet 1 sc, 1 increase, 4 sc, 1 increase, 1 sc, 1 increase, 4 sc, and finally 1 increase (18)
3. Only through back loops, crochet 18 sc 
4. Crochet 7 sc, 2 decreases and finally 7 sc (16)
5. Crochet 6 sc, 1 decrease, 1 sc, 1 decrease and finally 5 sc (14)
Start stuffing the legs firmly and continue doing so as you go…
6. and 7. Crochet 14 sc
8. Crochet 5 sc. Leave the rest of the stitches unworked. Fasten off yarn and weave in ends. Set aside. 

Leg 2 + Body
Start with white…
1. Chain 6 ch stitches. Crochet 2 sc (increase) in the second ch from hook and then 1 sc in each of the following 3 ch stitches. Crochet 4 sc (2 increases) in the last ch stitch, which will allow you to turn and work on the other side of the foundation chain. Crochet 1 sc in each of the following 3 ch stitches and, finally, 2 sc (increase) in the last ch stitch. (Total stitches: 14 sc)
2. Crochet 1 sc, 1 increase, 4 sc, 1 increase, 1 sc, 1 increase, 4 sc, and finally 1 increase (18)
3. Only through back loops, crochet 18 sc 
4. Crochet 7 sc, 2 decreases and finally 7 sc (16)
5. Crochet 6 sc, 1 decrease, 1 sc, 1 decrease and finally 5 sc (14)Start stuffing the legs firmly and continue doing so as you go…
6. and 7. Crochet 14 sc
8. Crochet 5 sc. Leave the rest of the stitches unworked.

DON’T BREAK THE YARN… Now we will start with the body…

Body
9. (This is the tricky part…) Still with leg 2 on your hook, join leg 1 with a sc. This will be the new beginning of the following rounds. Place a stitch marker here. Make sure both feet are facing forward, and the back of the legs face you. Crochet further 13 sc all along leg 1. Then go to leg 2 and crochet 14 sc along leg 2 (28).

10. Crochet *13 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * twice (30)

11. to 13. Crochet 30 sc

14. Crochet *3 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (24)

Start stuffing the body firmly…

15. to 17. Crochet 24 sc

18. Crochet 1 sc, one decrease, *2 sc, one decrease*, repeat * 5 times, 1 sc (18)

19. Crochet 18 sc

20. Crochet *1 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (12)

Stuff some more… DO NOT BREAK THE YARN! We will now go on with the head…

 Head

21. Crochet 2 sc in each st (24)

22. Crochet *1 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (36)Stuff the neck area firmly…

23. Crochet *2 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (48)

24. to 37. Crochet 48 sc

Place safety eyes between rounds 26 and 27, with a distance between them of 9 stitches…

38. Crochet 3 sc, one decrease, *6 sc, one decrease*, repeat * 5 times and finally 3 sc (42)

39. Crochet *5 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (36)

40. Crochet 2 sc, one decrease, *4 sc, one decrease*, repeat * 5 times and finally 2 sc (30)

Start stuffing the head…

41. Crochet *3 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (24)42. Crochet 1 sc, one decrease, *2 sc, one decrease*, repeat * 5 times, 1 sc (18)43. Crochet *1 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (12)44. Crochet 6 decreases (6)

Fasten off yarn and weave in ends.

Arms

Make two, using white…

1. Chain 2. Crochet 4 sc in the second chain from hook.

2. Crochet 2 sc in each stitch (8)

3. to 10. Crochet 8 scNo need to stuff the arm…11. Press the opening with your fingers, aligning 4 stitches side by side and sc together the corresponding stitches, 1 sc into each pair of stitches.

Fasten off yarn, leaving a long tail to sew the arms to the body.

Tail

Using white…

1. Magic ring of 6 sc

2. Crochet 2 sc in each st (12)

3. Crochet 12 sc

4. Crochet 6 decreases (6)

Fasten off yarn, leaving a long tail to sew to the back of the body.

Small cape

Using pink… 

The cape is not crocheted in rounds but in rows.

1. Leaving a long initial tail (you’ll use it to sew the cape around the neck), chain 23 ch stitches. Starting from the second ch from hook, crochet 1 sc in each ch stitch (22 sc).
2. Chain 1 and turn. Crochet 2 sc in the next st (increase), 20 sc and then another increase (24).

3. Chain 1 and turn. Crochet 1 increase, 22 sc and then another increase (26).

4. Chain 1 and turn. Crochet 1 increase, 24 sc and then another increase (28).

For a tidier finish, chain 1 to turn the piece 90 degrees clockwise and crochet 4 sc along the side of the cape, working in the spaces between rows. When you reach the top edge, crochet 22 sc in the remaining loops of the foundation chain. Then chain 1 to turn the piece 90 degrees clockwise again and crochet 4 sc along the other side of the piece, once again working in the spaces between rows.

Fasten off yarn and weave in ends.

Hood

Using pink…

1. Magic ring of 6 sc

2. Crochet 2 sc in each st (12)

3. Crochet *1 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (18)

4. Crochet 1 sc, 2 sc in the next st, *2 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * 5 times, 1 sc (24)

5. Crochet *3 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (30)

6. Crochet 2 sc, 2 sc in the next st, *4 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * 5 times, 2 sc (36)

7. Crochet *5 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (42)

8. Crochet 3 sc, 2 sc in the next st, *6 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * 5 times, 3 sc (48)

9. Crochet *7 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (54)

10. to 21. Crochet 54 sc

22. Crochet *7 sc, one decrease*, repeat * (48)

Fasten off yarn, leaving a long tail to sew to the head.

Ears

Make two, using pink…

1. Magic ring of 6 sc

2. Crochet 2 sc in each st (12)

3. Crochet *1 sc, 2 sc in the next st*, repeat * (18)

4. to 18. Crochet 18 sc

Fasten off yarn, leaving a long tail to sew to the hood. Cut a piece of 5.5 cm of craft wire. Using a pair of pliers, make a loop on one of the ends of the wire and place it inside one of the ears. Cut the wire to size and make a loop on the other end with the pliers. Stuff the ear around the wire…

Bow for the hook
Using lilac… The ribbon is crocheted in rows, not spirals…
1. Chain 7 ch stitches. From the second chain from hook, crochet 1 sc in each chain (6 sc).
2. and 3. Chain 1 and and turn. Crochet 6 sc.

DON’T BREAK THE YARN… Chain 1 to turn the piece 90 degrees clockwise and crochet 3 sc along the side of the bow, working in the spaces between rows. When you reach the top edge, crochet 6 sc in the remaining loops of the foundation chain. Then chain 1 to turn the piece 90 degrees clockwise again and crochet 3 sc along the other side of the piece, once again working in the spaces between rows.Fasten off yarn and weave in ends.

Use the same lilac yarn to tie several rounds of yarn in the middle and finish with a knot.

 Assembly- Sew the arms to the body.- Sew the small cape around the neck. - Sew the hood to the head.- Sew the ears to the hood and bend the one with the wire inside.- Using a bit of light yellow yarn, embroider the nose in between the eyes.- Sew the lilac bow to the hood. - Weave in all ends inside the doll. 

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