Bunny Lovey Blanket – Free Pattern

This original BabyYarnie bunny lovey blanket is designed independently as a practical crochet baby project with explicit stitch counts, measured checkpoints, and clear finishing. The instructions use US terms and keep every construction decision visible so the finished piece can be checked before use or gifting.

The pale sage square is worked in counted rows and finished with a low cream scalloped edge. A dense cream bunny head and two long flat ears with blush inner panels are sewn securely at the center, with every facial detail embroidered in yarn.

Pattern Details

• Hook Size: 3.5 mm
• Finished Size: Approximately 12-inch square excluding the centered head
• Gauge: 14 sc and 16 rows = 4 inches
• Terminology: US
• Estimated Time: 5–7 hours
• Construction: A 42-stitch comfort square with a separately crocheted and securely sewn center detail.
• Skill level: Easy

Why You’ll Love This Project

The construction is repetitive enough for a relaxed crochet session while the measured checkpoints help prevent size drift. A washable, smooth yarn keeps the stitches easy to inspect and gives the finished baby project a soft, tidy appearance.

Materials

• Approximately 260 yards soft washable DK yarn in pale sage
• Approximately 120 yards DK yarn in cream
• Approximately 35 yards DK yarn in blush
• 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Washable toy stuffing for the bunny head
• Six locking stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Gauge, Measurements, and Planning

The 42-stitch square should measure about 12 inches after washing. Keep the fabric dense enough that any stuffing cannot migrate through the stitches.

Make and wash a gauge swatch before beginning. Measure only after the swatch is completely dry. If the stitch width differs, change hook size rather than pulling the working yarn tighter. Keep a written count at the end of every section so the finished edges remain balanced and the assembly points line up.

Abbreviations and Special Stitches

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd: round

Special stitch guidance: Low scallop: skip one edge stitch, work five half double crochet in the next stitch, skip one stitch, and slip stitch in the following stitch; keep each repeat shallow and evenly spaced.

Important Notes

• Use smooth, washable yarn that is appropriate for sensitive skin and check the care label before gifting.
• Beginning chains do not count as stitches unless a step explicitly says that they do.
• Count every row or round and move the first-stitch marker before continuing.
• Avoid loose buttons, beads, long ties, or unsecured embellishments on items intended for babies.
• Crocheted items are not a substitute for current safe-sleep guidance; supervise use whenever the project type requires it.

Complete Instructions for Bunny Lovey Blanket

Crochet the Comfort Square

Turn after every row and keep both edges straight.

1. Foundation Row: Ch 43. Sc in the second chain and in every chain across. Turn. (42 sts)
2. Square Row 2: Ch 1, sc in every stitch across. Turn. (42 sts)
3. Square Rows 3–48: Repeat Square Row 2, then measure and block to a 12-inch square. (42 sts)

Make and Attach the Long-Eared Bunny

Keep both ears flat, symmetrical, and fully secured around their edges.

1. Crochet a dense cream sphere for the bunny head, stuff lightly, and close the opening completely.
2. Make two long rounded cream ears and two smaller blush inner panels; sew each panel flat, then stitch around every ear edge.
3. Embroider closed eyes and a tiny blush yarn nose, hiding every end inside the head.
4. Center the head on the sage square, sew around its complete base twice, then work one low cream scalloped edge around the blanket.

Assembly and Shaping

Sew each blush inner-ear panel flat to a cream ear, then stitch around the full ear edge. Center the embroidered bunny head on the blocked sage square, sew its complete base twice through multiple rows, and pull-test both ears and the head attachment.

Lay every component on a flat surface before joining. Match the marked centers first, then divide each remaining edge into equal sections. Work through both layers with consistent tension and pause after each section to check that the fabric lies flat. This measured approach prevents twisting and keeps decorative details facing the intended direction.

Finishing

1. Weave every yarn tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after a gentle stretch test.
2. Wash or damp-block according to the yarn label, shape to the listed measurements, and allow the piece to dry completely.
3. Inspect seams, edges, attachments, and surface details from both sides; repair any loose area before use or gifting.
4. Attach a care note with the fiber content, washing method, finished measurements, and supervision guidance.

For a polished result, weave each tail through several same-color stitches, reverse direction once, and trim only after the fabric has been gently stretched. Block to the listed dimensions without flattening textured stitches. Inspect joins, borders, straps, and decorative pieces before the project is used or gifted.

Helpful Tips

• Make and wash a gauge swatch because baby sizing changes quickly when yarn relaxes.
• Use locking markers at shaping points and record the count after each completed section.
• Choose high-contrast marker colors so no marker is accidentally left in the finished project.
• When substituting yarn, match the washed gauge and fabric feel rather than relying on the weight label alone.

Good lighting and a contrasting stitch marker make counting much easier. If a section looks uneven, compare the current count with the previous checkpoint before continuing. Fixing one missed stitch early is faster than compensating later, and it preserves the measurements used by the assembly instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which yarn is best for a baby crochet project?

Choose a smooth, washable yarn with a soft hand and a clear care label. Avoid fibers that shed heavily or create a scratchy fabric.

Can I change the finished size?

Yes, but make a washed swatch first and change repeat counts symmetrically. Record the new measurements and recheck every shaping or assembly point.

How do I make the finish safer for gifting?

Secure every tail and seam, omit loose decorations and long cords, and include care and supervision information appropriate to the finished item.

Conclusion

The finished Bunny lovey blanket pairs a calm sage square with a softly scalloped cream edge and a classic long-eared bunny. Flat ear panels, embroidered features, and reinforced seams keep this BabyYarnie design soft and easy to inspect.