"In the warmth of a sunbeam, a little bunny sat nibbling clover." ~ The Most Wonderful Thing by Laura Jaworski, illustrated by Elizabeth Iadicicco 💕
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Laura Jaworski
"There are no rules to creativity."
Updated: Apr 14, 2023
“The leaves are changing; I feel poetry in the air." Laura Jaworski
“Softly, green gives way to gold
The summer warmth gives way to cold
And autumn winds begin to blow
Across the changing earth.” Laura Jaworski
“Autumn is the time when Nature takes her watercolor to the trees." Laura Jaworski
“An autumn breeze,
a string of words,
a star-filled sky—
all are poetry.” Laura Jaworski
“In the hazy days at summer’s end
When the air’s still warm and the green near spent
When the days grow short and the evenings tall
Then you feel in a whisper,
Fall.” Laura Jaworski
“A little leaf
In a sea of green
Takes a breath, and poof, he’s yellow!
Then his friends join along
And begin Autumn’s song
All because of that brave little fellow.” Laura Jaworski
“There are few things finer than a walk among the trees on an autumn day.”
Laura Jaworski
“What gold I have, I give to you
Words spoken by a world at play
And offered as the falling leaves
This bright October day.”
Laura Jaworski
“Orange in the autumntime
Blossoms in the spring
Shelter for the animals
A perch for birds to sing
Stalwart in the colder months
In warmth, a rustling sea
Is there anything in all the world
More lovely than a tree?” Laura Jaworski
“There is no greater artist than a tree in autumntime.” Laura Jaworski
“To walk among the falling leaves
And breathe the autumn air
And keep the company of trees
What thing could be more fair?” Laura Jaworski
“When summer greets autumn
They two, for a while
Conspire in whispers
Then part with a smile.” Laura Jaworski
“Each season promises beauty enough
so as not to regret the former’s passing.” Laura Jaworski
“Little squirrel out gathering
In the autumn sun
The leaves have tucked away your seeds
But searching's half the fun.” Laura Jaworski
“One breath of autumn is pure joy to the senses.” Laura Jaworski
“Come Autumn
Roll your red-gold wave
Gently
Across the good earth.” Laura Jaworski
“The warmth of summer ebbs
As Nature works her alchemy
Of changing green to gold
And costuming the autumn tree.” Laura Jaworski
“Leaves fall and the spirit soars.” Laura Jaworski
“In a burst of gold, comes autumn.” Laura Jaworski
“In the fall
A soft breeze
Through the trees
Turns the leaves
Into fireworks confetti.” Laura Jaworski
“The whistling winds are thrilling
The falling leaves, divine
And oh, how Nature paints the living earth in autumntime.” Laura Jaworski
“It fluttered past an autumn tree
In yellow-gold it caught my eye
The last of summer’s fleeing warmth
A lovely little butterfly.” Laura Jaworski
“Autumn holds a wonder all its own.” Laura Jaworski
“The shuffle underfoot
The gently falling leaves
The chimneys puffing wood smoke,
That scent the frosted breeze
The pumpkins in their patch
The cornstalks growing tall
The landscape slowly changing garb,
From green to gold—it’s fall!” Laura Jaworski
“On a crisp October evening
In a cozy little patch
A chipmunk found a pumpkin
In a tuft of autumn grass
He built a door and windows
And a chimney made of stone
Then he hugged that little pumpkin
As he whispered, welcome home!” Laura Jaworski
“Sailing autumn leaf
The blue sky is your ocean
The wind is your wave.” Laura Jaworski
“The squirrels collect their nuts
The leaves take to the skies
We welcome bright, crisp evenings
And wave the warmth goodbye
The breeze begins to nip
The caps and scarves appear
How magical the world becomes
When autumntime is here.” Laura Jaworski
“I would regret losing the warm green of summer
were it not for autumn’s promise of gold.”
Laura Jaworski
“Beautiful Autumn
With no camera in sight
You’re captured by soul.” Laura Jaworski
“A little squirrel
Gathering in the sunshine
Autumntime is here.” Laura Jaworski
“Up in the ol' apple tree
With the moon shining down through the branches
With a rickety ladder to climb
(But that's OK, I'll take my chances)
With a mug of my favorite cocoa
And a blanket that fits me just right
With a big slice of pie
Gazing up at the sky
On the very first crisp autumn night.”
Laura Jaworski
“The world
Bronzed in Autumn
Breathes magic.” Laura Jaworski
“When autumntime approaches, you can feel it
Like a distant call that’s sailing on the breeze
It’s a-comin’ ever closer with a paintbrush
And a yellow, red-gold palette for the trees
There’s a crisp, delightful coolness all around you
And a crinkle underfoot, as if to say
Let’s go strolling through the bright October sunshine
With the dancing leaves ahead to guide the way!” Laura Jaworski
“No seams
No in betweens
Just gentle flow
When leaves begin to blow
And flowers grow
No distinctions
No parts
Just a year
Blending into
One work of art.” Laura Jaworski
🍂💕 Happy Autumn 💕🍂
This sweet little bunny from our children’s book, The Most Wonderful Thing, stands approximately 8 inches tall and is a perfect project for a beginner crocheter. I hope you enjoy this pattern, and if you post pictures, please hashtag #laurajaworski & tag me @bugburrypond so I can see & share your creations.
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Happy crocheting & happy reading!
Skill Level: Beginner
Bunny Size:
This bunny is approximately 8 inches when made with a size 4 hook and worsted weight yarn.
Supplies:
Worsted weight yarn (tan, white)
Felt for ears (light pink)
4.0 mm hook
Needle for sewing
Polyester or other stuffing
Safety eyes, black yarn, felt or buttons for the eyes
Stitch marker, safety pin, or small piece of yarn to count rounds
Black crochet thread or embroidery floss for details
Straight pins (optional)
Scissors
Glue
Abbreviations:
MC = Magic circle
St = Stitch
Sc = Single crochet stitch
Sl st = Slip stitch
Rep = Repeat
2tog = Crochet two together, also known as decrease (invisible decrease preferred)
BLO = Back loop only
Ch1 = Chain one
F/o = Finish off
A note about the magic circle:
Also known as a magic loop or magic ring. If you prefer not to use a magic circle, simply create a slip knot, chain two, and begin by placing your first round of stitches into the first chain. Pull tight on your tail to close the gap and continue with the pattern as written. Once you have worked a few more rounds, weave your yarn tail back and forth on the underside to secure your piece and close any remaining gap.
A note about working in a spiral:
This little bunny is worked in a spiral which means that each round continues into the next without a slip stitch and chain. You will not turn your work while making this bunny.
A note about counting stitches: Using a stitch marker, safety pin, or small piece of yarn to mark the first stitch of each round will help you track your progress. Move the marker as you complete each round.
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A note about BLO:
For the back loop only round, you will work all of your stitches into the back loop of each stitch. For all other rounds, work into both loops of each stitch.
A note about increasing and decreasing:
For an increase, crochet two stitches in the same stitch. For a decrease, crochet two stitches together, preferably using the invisible decrease method.
A note about reading the pattern:
Before beginning a pattern, it helps to read through the abbreviations list. If you need help with a technique, refer to a written or video tutorial, or keep a crochet book handy. Below is a round from the pattern, followed by a detailed description of the instructions.
Rnd 4: 2sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (24)
Beginning round four, add one single crochet into each of the next two stitches. Add two single crochet stitches in the following stitch. Repeat the pattern of one single crochet in each of the next two stitches followed by an increase until you reach the end of round four. There should be 24 stitches in your completed round.
Now let’s get started!
Bunny Head & Body (beginning with the top, with tan yarn):
Rnd 1: MC with 6sc (6)
Rnd 2: 2sc in each st (12)
Rnd 3: 1sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (18)
Rnd 4: 2sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (24)
Rnd 5-8: 1sc in each st (24)
Rnd 9: 3sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (30)
Rnd 10-11: 1 sc in each st (30)
Rnd 12: 3sc then 2tog, rep (24)
Rnd 13: 2sc then 2tog, rep (18)
Add your safety eyes between rows seven and eight with 4-5 stitches in between each eye. If you are making eyes with yarn or crochet thread, you can wait until the bunny is complete.
Rnd 14: 2sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (24)
Rnd 15: 3sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (30)
Rnd 16: 1sc in each st (30)
Rnd 17: 4sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (36)
Begin stuffing your bunny. Add stuffing to the head, firmly but not so firmly that it pulls the stitches apart. Continue stuffing as you go.
Rnd 18-24: 1sc in each st (36)
Rnd 25: 5sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (42)
Rnd 26-30: 1sc in each st (42)
Rnd 31: 5sc then 2tog, rep (36)
Rnd 32: 1sc in each stitch (36)
Rnd 33: 4sc then 2tog, rep (30)
Rnd 34: BLO 3sc then 2tog, rep (24)
Rnd 35: 2sc then 2tog, rep (18)
Now is a great time to make sure that you have your bunny stuffed the way you like, making sure you’ve filled in the edges around the bottom sides of his body so that he’ll stand upright nicely. Stuff lightly at the very bottom so that he’ll sit flat.
Rnd 36: 1sc then 2tog, rep (12)
Rnd 37: 2tog 6 times (6)
F/o, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave your yarn tail around the six remaining stitches. Pull tight, knot your yarn, and hide the yarn tail inside the body, pulling the underside slightly so that your bunny sits flat. Be careful not to warp the shape of your bunny while pulling the yarn.
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Bunny Arms:
Rnd 1: MC with 6sc (6)
Rnd 2: 2sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (8)
Rnd 3-7: 1sc in each st (8)
F/o and leave long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the arms.
Bunny Feet:
Rnd 1: MC with 6sc (6)
Rnd 2: 2sc in each st (12)
Rnd 3-4: 1sc in each st (12)
Rnd 5: 4sc then 2tog, rep (10)
F/o and leave long tail for sewing; stuff lightly.
Bunny Ears:
Rnd 1: MC with 3 sc (3)
Rnd 2: 2sc then 2sc in the next st (4)
Rnd 3: 1sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (6)
Rnd 4: 1sc then 2sc in the next st, rep (9)
Rnd 5-10: 1sc in each st (9)
Rnd 11: 7sc then 2tog (8)
Rnd 12: 6sc then 2tog (7)
F/o and leave a long tail for sewing, do not stuff the ears.
The Most Wonderful Thing by Laura Jaworski, illustrated by Elizabeth Iadicicco.
Bunny Tail:
Rnd 1: MC with 6sc (6)
Rnd 2: 2sc in each st (12)
Rnd 3-4: 1sc in each st (12)
Rnd 5: 2tog 6 times (6)
Stuff lightly and f/o, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave your yarn tail around the six remaining stitches. Pull tight and knot your yarn. Alternatively, you can use a white pompom for your tail.
Ear Felt (optional):
Cut two pieces of pink felt and glue to the front of each ear, making sure the bottom of the felt is flush with the bunny’s head.
Assembling Your The Most Wonderful Thing Bunny:
Bunny Feet: Attach your bunny’s feet at the BLO edge between rounds 33 and 34 with about four stitches in between so that they sit flat on the ground and hold your bunny upright.
Bunny Arms:
Attach your bunny’s arms between rounds 17 and 18, centered nicely with about four stitches in between.
Bunny Ears:
Attach your bunny’s ears centered on either side of his head on rounds 3-5.
Bunny Tail:
Sew or carefully hot glue your tail to the back of your bunny so that the bottom is flush with the BLO edge between rounds 33 and 34. Make sure that your bunny can sit flat before attaching the tail.
Bunny Eyes:
Place your safety eyes between rounds seven and eight with 4-5 stitches in between.
Stitching Details
Bunny Nose:
Using black crochet thread, stitch your bunny’s nose across two stitches on the center of his face between rounds 9 and 10. You can give him eyebrows, a smile, or whatever you like to make him your own special friend. 😊 Note: if you are adding the eye lines, you may find it easier to stitch them on before adding the safety eyes, making sure not to pull the crochet out of shape.
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And now you’re done! I hope you enjoy this sweet little bunny from The Most Wonderful Thing, and if you post pictures, please hashtag #laurajaworski & tag me @bugburrypond so that I can see & share your work! You can find me @bugburrypond on Instagram, Facebook, & Pinterest.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me.
Happy crocheting, happy reading, and have a beautiful day 💕
Laura
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This bunny pattern was based on the art of Elizabeth Iadicicco.
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