Whimsical Woodland Bunny Purse Free Pattern

Whimsical Woodland Bunny Purse: A Free Crochet Pattern for Beginners

Are you ready to create something truly adorable? This Whimsical Woodland Bunny Purse is the perfect project for crocheters looking to make a charming, functional accessory. Shaped like a sweet bunny with floppy ears and a cozy, textured body, this purse is ideal for carrying small treasures, gifting to a loved one, or adding a touch of spring whimsy to your wardrobe. Best of all, this free pattern is beginner-friendly, using basic single crochet stitches and simple shaping techniques.

Imagine a soft, cream-colored bunny purse with blush pink cheeks, a gentle embroidered smile, and long, floppy ears. It's the kind of project that brings a smile to your face just by looking at it. Whether you're crafting for Easter, a birthday, or simply because you love handmade things, this pattern will guide you through every step with clarity and ease. Let's gather our supplies and hop right in!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, make sure you have all the necessary materials on hand. This project uses simple, readily available supplies:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in three colors:
  • Cream (for the main body and ears)
  • Soft Brown (for the nose and mouth embroidery)
  • Blush Pink (for the cheeks and optional inner ear detail)
• Crochet Hook: 4.5 mm crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge)
• Stitch Markers: To keep track of your rounds
• Yarn Needle: For sewing pieces together and weaving in ends
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Safety Eyes: Two small black safety eyes (or you can embroider eyes if preferred)
• Optional: One small button for the closure

Gauge: 16 single crochet (sc) and 18 rows = 4 inches in single crochet. While gauge isn't critical for this project, it helps ensure your purse turns out the expected size (approximately 8 inches wide and 6 inches tall).

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Important: Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds, as you will not be joining at the end of each round.

Body (Make 2 Pieces: Front and Back)

You will create two identical oval-shaped pieces. The first piece will be the front of the purse, and the second will be the back.

Round 1: With cream yarn, make a magic ring, work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. (6 stitches)

Round 2: Increase (inc) in each sc around. This means working 2 sc into each stitch. (12 stitches)

Round 3: (Sc in next sc, inc) around. This means: 1 sc in the first stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat this pattern all the way around. (18 stitches)

Round 4: (Sc in next 2 sc, inc) around. (24 stitches)

Round 5: (Sc in next 3 sc, inc) around. (30 stitches)

Round 6: (Sc in next 4 sc, inc) around. (36 stitches)

Round 7: (Sc in next 5 sc, inc) around. (42 stitches)

Round 8: (Sc in next 6 sc, inc) around. (48 stitches)

Rounds 9-18: Sc in each sc around. No increases, just work one single crochet in every stitch. (48 stitches each round)

Round 19: (Sc in next 6 sc, decrease (dec)) around. To decrease, work two stitches together as one (single crochet two together). (42 stitches)

Round 20: (Sc in next 5 sc, dec) around. (36 stitches)

Round 21: (Sc in next 4 sc, dec) around. (30 stitches)

Round 22: (Sc in next 3 sc, dec) around. (24 stitches)

Fasten off the first piece and weave in the ends. For the second piece, do not fasten off. You will use this live loop to join the two pieces together.

Joining and Edging

Now it's time to connect the front and back of your purse.

Hold the two body pieces together with their wrong sides facing each other (the right sides should be on the outside). Using your cream yarn and the live loop from the second piece, single crochet through both layers around the entire edge. This will seal the pieces together.

When you reach the corners of the oval shape, work 3 sc into each corner stitch to help maintain the rounded shape and prevent puckering. Important: Do not close the top opening completely. Leave approximately 8 inches open along the top edge—this will be the opening of your purse. Once you've crocheted all the way around, fasten off and weave in your ends securely.

Ears (Make 2)

These adorable floppy ears are quick to make and add so much character to your bunny purse.

Round 1: With cream yarn, make a magic ring, work 6 sc into the ring. (6 stitches)

Round 2: Inc in each sc around. (12 stitches)

Rounds 3-8: Sc in each sc around. (12 stitches each round)

Round 9: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec) around. (9 stitches)

Rounds 10-12: Sc in each sc around. (9 stitches each round)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail (about 12 inches) for sewing. Repeat to make a second ear. Sew the ears securely to the top of the purse, positioning them about 3 inches apart from each other. Make sure they are centered and facing slightly outward for that floppy, whimsical look.

Face

Bring your bunny to life with a sweet, embroidered face.

• Cheeks: Using the blush pink yarn, embroider two small oval cheeks on the front of the purse. Use a satin stitch (working parallel stitches close together to fill an area) to create solid, soft pink ovals. Position them on either side of where the nose will be, slightly lower down.
• Nose and Mouth: With the soft brown yarn, embroider a small triangle for the nose in the center of the face, just above the cheeks. From the bottom point of the triangle, embroider a short vertical line downward. Then, create a gentle smile by embroidering two small curved lines branching out from the bottom of the vertical line.
• Eyes: Attach two small black safety eyes above the cheeks. If you prefer not to use safety eyes, you can embroider simple eyes using the brown or black yarn with a French knot or a few small stitches.

Handle

Create a sturdy, comfortable handle for your purse.

With cream yarn, chain 80 stitches (or adjust the length to your preference for a shoulder or handbag strap). Work 1 sc in the second chain from the hook, and then 1 sc in each chain across the entire row. Fasten off, leaving long tails on both ends.

Sew each end of the handle securely to the inside top edges of the purse. Make sure the handle is evenly attached on both sides so the purse hangs straight. Weave in all ends thoroughly to ensure the handle is strong.

Finishing

Your Whimsical Woodland Bunny Purse is almost complete!

Weave in any remaining loose ends with your yarn needle. For an extra special touch, you can add a small button and loop closure at the top center of the purse opening. To do this, sew a button to the front flap area and create a small chain loop on the back flap that can be slipped over the button.

Give your bunny purse a gentle shape and admire your beautiful work! This charming accessory is perfect for spring, Easter, or any day you want to carry a little handmade whimsy with you.