15 Hoppin’ Bunny Plush Sewing Patterns Your Kids Will Love!
It’s no secret that stuffed animals make fantastic gifts, especially for kiddos. A classic stuffed animal that remains popular is the bunny rabbit. With their floppy ears and fluffy cottontails, bunnies are loved by everyone.
Two of the most popular children’s books dating back to the early 1900s are The Tale of Peter Rabbit and The Velveteen Rabbit. A tradition with the books was that children had stuffed animal rabbits that looked like their favorite characters.
We’re going to take a look at 15 different stuffed bunnies and go over the unique characteristics of each of them.
How Do You Make a Bunny Pattern?
Wouldn’t it be fun to take on the challenge of creating your bunny rabbit pattern instead of purchasing someone else’s design? Designing your patterns can be extremely rewarding.
Here is a trick I have used to create my patterns for stuffed animals or applique pieces. Go online and search for a simple bunny outline. You can also try searching “bunny silhouette.”
Download the outline of your choice and print it out. You may need to enlarge it if you want an oversized plush. After printing the shape, cut it out and label the front and the back.
Now let’s go over how to use this template to make a stuffed rabbit plush.
How Do You Make a Stuffed Animal Bunny?
These are pretty basic steps. If you purchase a pattern, the pattern designer will give more in-depth instructions on making their specific pattern. This list is just to give you an idea of what to expect.
- Choose a pattern/template– There are many free and paid bunny patterns available online, or you can use my suggestion above to make a simple stuffed rabbit.
- Cut out the fabric pieces– Follow the pattern instructions and cut out all necessary components.
- Sew the fabric pieces together– You will sew the pieces together either by hand or by machine, leaving a small hole to stuff the rabbit before finishing.
- Stuff the rabbit– using your choice of stuffing, stuff the animal. If you want a more firm plushie, you will use more filler. Don’t stuff it as full if you want a soft, cuddly bunny.
- Sew the stuffing hole closed– Using an invisible stitch ( like a ladder stitch), sew the holes shut that you used to stuff the bunny. Your cute little bunny is complete!
15 Stuffed Bunny Patterns To Inspire You
Now that we know the steps to follow a stuffed animal pattern let’s look at 15 adorable stuffed bunny patterns. We will look at free and paid patterns and tutorials in this lineup, so keep your eyes peeled for something you would love to make.
1. Bobby Bunny
This darling bunny stuffed animal pattern is easy to follow and well-written. It comes in two separate files. The first will have all template pieces ready to print and cut. The second is a 15-page tutorial with photos for you to follow and construct this 16” tall bunny (not including ears.)
2. Easter Bunny Ornament
Wouldn’t these look so cute hanging on doorknobs around the house during Springtime? This simple bunny design is quick and easy to project to add a little cuteness to your decor. They would make great Easter gifts too! The finished bunny will measure 8” tall.
3. Easter Bunny Buddies
Don’t these two look cute enough to snuggle? Look at those big floppy ears! This pattern comes with the template pieces, photo tutorial, and fabric requirements and suggestions. One of these buddies would make a lovely newborn gift. The finished size of the bunny body is 15”, and with the ears up, it is 22”.
4. Minky Bunny
This simple grey bunny would be an adorable addition to any stuffed animal collection. The pattern will come with full-sized templates for the different pieces and includes written instructions with photos to illustrate each step. The finished size of this bunny will be approximately 11” tall, including the ears.
5. The Cottontails Felt Ornaments
These precious felt bunnies look like they hopped right out of the Peter Cottontail storybook. The pattern includes templates for a “Peter” and a “Posy” bunny. As you can see in the image above, you can create a whole village of little bunny friends by using different colors and a few minor detail changes. When they are finished, they will stand 6” tall.
6. Chubby Bunny
This pattern provides two different sizes, a 5” or 9” tall chubby bunny. This is a beginner-friendly pattern and shouldn’t take more than a couple of hours to sew one of these mini rabbits together.
7. Sock Bunny
Here is a beautiful free tutorial on turning socks into this adorable sock bunny. The instructions are easy to follow and include detailed photos to show you step-by-step what to do. These would be fun to make with kids while teaching them some simple hand sewing skills.
8. Sophia the Bunny
Here we have a free printable stuffed bunny pattern called Sophia the Bunny. She is the perfect size for a child to carry around and play with wherever they go. This pattern has a comprehensive tutorial and photo instructions for you to follow. This would make an excellent addition to an Easter basket, don’t you think?
9. Free Bunny Doll Pattern
Here is another free pattern and tutorial. This tutorial is well-written, easy to understand, and followed by pictures. The designer used a subtly striped linen fabric for the primary material for the example rabbit, giving this bunny a soft, cozy feel.
10. Free Rabbit Sewing Pattern
You can make this happy bunny using the free printable pattern and tutorial included in the link. The finished stuffed bunny doll will measure 17” tall and can be put together in just a few hours. The tutorial contains illustrations showing how to construct each part of the bunny.
11. Bunny with Overalls
Check out this adorable gentleman. He may be the cutest bunny I’ve ever seen. To make this little guy, you will need to know a few basic hand stitches and how to use a sewing machine. The pattern includes instructions on making the bunny, overalls, and beanie hat. The finished size will be 11 ¾”.
12. Simple Bunny Pattern
This vintage-inspired bunny design is perfect for a gift for anyone, young or old. This pattern also includes instructions on creating a bear in the same vintage style. The finished bunny will measure approximately 10” tall.
13. 2-in-1 Bunny Pattern
These swoon-worthy bunnies would make the most adorable decorations for a child’s room and bring a smile to anyone’s face. This pattern includes templates and instructions on creating a boy and a girl bunny. The girl bunny measures 15” tall, and the boy measures 18 ½” tall.
14. Easter Special Edition Bunny
Sofi Creates has written a tutorial to follow a pattern on Pinterest. What’s unique with Sofi’s technique is that she used a projector to cut out her template pieces and make a rabbit. Her instructions are well-written and straightforward to follow.
15. Velveteen Rabbit
This style comes to mind when I think of a stuffed animal bunny. The classic velveteen rabbit is perfectly cuddly and sturdy enough to stand independently. The pattern comes with full-size printable templates and a separate PDF with instructions to assemble it. The finished bunny will measure 14’tall with its ears down.
These patterns or tutorials would make a beautiful, handmade gift any time of the year. Bunny stuffed animals are one of those timeless gifts for kids that will remain popular for generations.
Imagine how special they are when handmade by someone who loves them. I hope this inventory of bunny patterns has inspired you to create a few for yourself and others.
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