Free Rabbit and Bunny Knitting Patterns

Find free rabbit knitting patterns for cuddly bunnies, realistic rabbits, Easter toys and little knitted hares. With more than 30 patterns to choose from, there are easy bunnies for newer knitters as well as more detailed rabbits, dressed characters and patterns worked both flat and in the round.

Use the guide below to choose a bunny to knit, or scroll down to browse all the free patterns.

For more creatures, visit our free animal knitting patterns, or explore hundreds of free toy knitting patterns.

Which Bunny or Rabbit Should You Knit?

If you’re looking for…	Try…
Your first knitted bunny	An easy rabbit with simple shaping
A realistic rabbit	A natural-looking bunny with detailed shaping
An Easter project	Easter bunnies, chicks and dressed rabbits
Straight-needle knitting	A bunny knitted flat and seamed
Something small	A miniature or quick-knit rabbit
A cuddly child’s toy	A soft stuffed bunny
A character toy	A dressed rabbit or Peter Rabbit-inspired project

Easy Bunny Knitting Patterns

If this is your first knitted toy, look for an easy bunny knitting pattern with basic stitches, simple shaping and straightforward assembly.

The Easy Toy Rabbit and Simple Bunny Toy are two easy options in this collection.

When comparing patterns, check the construction as well as the skill level. A rabbit made from a few simple pieces may be a better first project than a small but intricately shaped toy.

Bunny Knitting Patterns on Straight Needles

You don’t have to knit in the round to make a bunny.

Some bunny knitting patterns are worked flat on straight needles and sewn together afterwards. This can be particularly useful if you’re comfortable knitting back and forth but don’t want to use double-pointed needles.

The Easter Bunny Doll, for example, is knitted flat and sewn together at the end.

Look for knitted flat, worked flat, two needles or straight needles when checking the construction of individual patterns.

Realistic Rabbit Knitting Patterns

Not every knitted bunny has to look like a cartoon character.

If you want something more lifelike, try the Realistic Easter Bunny, or browse the patterns below for rabbits with more natural proportions and shaping.

Realistic knitted rabbits can require more shaping than simple toy bunnies, so check the skill level before choosing.

Easter Bunny Knitting Patterns

Rabbits and Easter knitting naturally go together, and this collection contains plenty of free Easter bunny knitting patterns.

You’ll find traditional bunnies, dressed rabbits, tiny Easter toys and more detailed characters. For a particularly small project, the Little Easter Bunny measures only about 3 inches tall.

For even more seasonal projects, visit the free Easter knitting patterns.

Small Bunny Knitting Patterns

Small rabbits are useful when you want a quicker project, a little handmade gift or something that doesn’t require a large amount of yarn.

Check the finished measurements before choosing, because photographs don’t always make the scale of a knitted toy obvious. Yarn weight can also make a substantial difference to the finished size.

For more little projects, explore free toy knitting patterns.

Peter Rabbit and Character Knitting Patterns

If you prefer storybook-style rabbits, this collection also includes character patterns.

You’ll find Peter Rabbit and other Beatrix Potter-inspired knitted characters among the patterns below, including vintage designs alongside more contemporary bunny toys.

These can be a good choice when you’re looking for a nostalgic knitted gift rather than a simple stuffed rabbit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find free rabbit knitting patterns?

Browse the collection below for more than 30 free rabbit and bunny knitting patterns, including easy toys, Easter bunnies, realistic rabbits, small bunnies and character designs.

What is the easiest bunny to knit?

Look for a bunny made with basic knit and purl stitches, simple shaping and relatively few pieces. The Easy Toy Rabbit is one easy option in this collection.

Can you knit a bunny on straight needles?

Yes. Some bunny patterns are knitted flat on two straight needles and sewn together afterwards. Others are worked in the round, so check the construction before starting.

Are there bunny knitting patterns for beginners?

Yes. Several patterns in this collection are rated easy. Look for simple construction and techniques you already know rather than choosing solely by the finished bunny.

Are there free Easter bunny knitting patterns?

Yes. This collection contains many Easter bunny patterns, from tiny knitted rabbits to dressed bunnies and realistic rabbits. You can also browse all free Easter knitting patterns.

Are there free bunny knitting patterns to download?

Some original designers provide their bunny knitting patterns as free downloadable PDFs, while others publish the instructions online. Follow the original pattern link from each Knitting Bee pattern page to see the format currently available.