This alien holiday bunny is known for its vibrant red, green, and white colors, which add a festive touch to any occasion.
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Crocheting an alien bunny can be a delightful and creative project. The unique combination of whimsical design elements, such as floppy ears and an adorable smile, adds character and charm to this amigurumi creation. With a little bit of patience and skill, you can bring this lovable creature to life.
To begin, gather the necessary materials, including yarn in festive red, green, and white shades. Choose a soft and cozy yarn to give the bunny a cuddly feel. You will also need a crochet hook of an appropriate size and stuffing to give the bunny its plump shape.
Start by crocheting the body of the bunny, working in rounds. Use a basic amigurumi pattern to create a round shape, gradually increasing and decreasing stitches to achieve the desired proportions. Remember to leave an opening at the bottom for stuffing.
Next, crochet the floppy ears, ensuring they match the bunny’s colors. Attach them securely to the head, giving the alien its distinctive bunny-like appearance. Embroider the adorable smile using a dark or black color of yarn, highlighting the bunny’s cheerful personality.
Adding the eyes is another crucial step in bringing the alien bunny to life. For this particular pattern, it calls for two sets of eyes. Depending on your preference, you can use plastic safety eyes, sew-on buttons, or simply crochet small circles in black and white to create the desired effect. Attach them carefully to the face, positioning them in a way that accentuates the bunny’s charming expression.
Once completed, your alien bunny crochet creation will become a delightful addition to any holiday décor or a cherished handmade gift for someone special. Let your creativity shine, and enjoy the process of bringing this lovable alien bunny to life with your crochet skills.
Remember, the possibilities for customization are endless, so feel free to experiment with different colors, accessories, and expressions. Happy crocheting!
Supplies needed:
Medium worsted yarn
Crochet hook – I used 3.5mm but you can use what you would like. Size will change
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stuffing
Stitch marker
Crochet Techniques to Know
Here are the basic crochet stitches we’ll use in this project.
Slip Stitch (sl st): To make a slip stitch, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
Single Crochet (sc): To make a single crochet, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (2 loops on the hook). Yarn over again and pull through both loops to complete the stitch.
Half Double Crochet (hdc): This stitch is taller than a single crochet. To make an hdc, yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yarn over again and pull through all 3 loops to complete the stitch.
Working in the Back Loops (blo): Normally, we work through both top loops of a stitch. But in this project, we’ll work in the back loops only to create a ribbed texture. To do this, insert the hook under the back loop only. Then, complete the stitch as usual.
Terms and Abbreviations
Here are the crochet abbreviations used in this pattern. Note that all instructions are written in US terms.
BLO = back loops only
ch = chain(s)
dc = double crochet
FLOdc = front loops only double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
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Alien Holiday bunny Pattern
Body/head
In the colour of your choice. The large set of eyes will go in between rows 10-11 with 8 stitches in between. The smaller set of eyes will go in between rows 9-10 with 13 stitches in between.
1. 7sc in a mr (7)
2. (Inc) (14)
3. (Sc, inc) (21)
4. (2sc, inc) (28)
5. (3sc, inc) (35)
6. (4sc, inc) (42)
7. (5sc, inc) (49)
8. (6sc, inc) (56)
9. (7sc, inc) (63)
10.- 21. Sc around for 12 rows. (63)
22. (7sc, dec) (56)
23. (6sc, dec) (49)
24. (5sc, dec) (42)
25. (4sc, dec) (35)
26. (3sc, dec) (28)
27. (2sc, dec) (21)
28. (Sc, dec) (14)… stuff firmly
29. (Dec) (7)
Finish off and close the hole.
Legs
In the body colour. Make 2.
1. 6sc in mr (6)
2. (Inc) (12)
3.- 9. Sc around for 7 rows (12)
Sl St. Finish off and leave a tail for sewing. Stuff now and pin in between rows 2-6 from the bottom and sew on. Hide the tails in the body.
Arms
In the body colour. Make 2.
1. 6sc in mr. (6)
2. (Inc) (12)
3.- 11. Sc around for 9 rows. (12)
Sl st. Finish off and leave a tail for sewing. Stuff now and pin in between rows 12-16 from the bottom and sew on. Hide the tails in the body.
Ears
In the body colour. Make 2. Do not stuff.
1. 3sc in mr (3)
2. (Inc)x3 (6)
3. (Sc, inc)x3 (9)
4. (2sc, inc)x3 (12)
5.- 10. Sc around for 6 rows. (12)
11. (Sc, inc)x6 (18)
12.- 14. Sc around for 3 rows (18)
15. (Sc, dec)x6 (12)
16.- 23. Sc around for 8 rows (12)
Sl st. Finish off and leave a tail for sewing. Pin in between rows 4-6 from the top and sew on. Hide the tails in the body.
With black yarn add a smile under the bigger eye set.
Tada you are finished with your adorable Alien Holiday Bunny.
Happy crafting and merry Christmas!
This pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. The pattern and or parts of it may not be reproduced, translated, altered for sale or for free. You may NOT MASS produce plushies made by this pattern in crochet or inspired by this pattern in other mediums. You may sell your item with this pattern in limited quantities
Please give credit that this pattern was designed by:
Julia Pilling
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