Free Halloween Bunny Crochet Pattern: Make Willow the Whimsical Witch!

My Dearest Creator,

Welcome back to the quiet magic of the atelier. As the air grows crisp and leaves begin their brilliant transformation, our hearts turn to the cozy, enchanting crafts of autumn. It is a time for weaving warmth and whimsy, for creating not monsters, but memories.

Today, I am overjoyed to share a project that captures this spirit perfectly: Willow, the Whimsical Witch Bunny. She is a gentle soul, born from the magic of the harvest moon and the scent of pumpkin spice. This pattern is more than just a series of stitches; it's an invitation to create an heirloom, a sweet companion for the season that will bring smiles for years to come.

Let us take up our hooks and breathe life into her together.

Warmly,
Patricia Poltera

🎨 The Artisan's Vision: Why This Project is Special

In a season often filled with ghouls and frights, Willow stands apart. Her magic is not of cauldrons and curses, but of enchanting autumn whimsy. She represents the playful, gentle side of Halloween—the joy of dressing up, the cozy glow of a jack-o'-lantern, and the rustle of golden leaves underfoot. Crafting Willow is an act of capturing that sweet nostalgia. Her oversized hat, hiding her eyes, gives her a shy, endearing personality, reminding us that true charm is often found in quiet, subtle details. This isn't just a toy; it's a story woven from yarn, a tiny keeper of autumn's most wonderful secrets.

✨ Skills You'll Master (And Why They Matter)

This creation is a beautiful journey of skill-building. You will not only practice the foundational arts of amigurumi but also delve into techniques that add true artistry to your work:

• Detailed Colorwork: You will master crisp, clean color changes to create the iconic stripes of Willow's hat, a technique that brings personality to any project.
• Creating Texture with FLO: We will use Front Loop Only stitches to build the charming, tiered ruffles of the dress, transforming a simple garment into a beautiful costume piece.
• Strategic Assembly: You'll learn the art of thoughtful placement, positioning the hat and ears to create Willow's signature shy and whimsical expression.

🧶 The Alchemist's Trove: Materials & Tools

• Yarn: DK weight (Light Worsted / 8-ply) yarn in the following colors:
• Soft Cream (approx. 50g)
• Vibrant Pumpkin Orange (approx. 40g)
• Jet Black (approx. 30g)
• Crisp White (approx. 20g)
• Crochet Hook: 2.75mm (C) or a size that matches your tension.
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
• Tapestry Needle: For assembly and embroidery.
• Scissors: For trimming yarn.
• Stitch Marker: To keep track of your rounds.
• Embroidery Floss: A small amount of pink for the nose.

💡 The Language of the Craft: Stitches & Abbreviations

We will work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Please use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.

• MR: Magic Ring
• sc: Single Crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: Invisible Decrease (work in front loops of next 2 stitches)
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• ch: Chain
• FLO: Front Loop Only
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• [...]: Repeat instructions in brackets for the specified number of times.
• (...): The number in parentheses at the end of a round indicates the total stitch count.

💡 The Artisan's Advisor: Pro Tips & FAQs

How do I get the hat's stripes so neat and seamless?▼

A beautiful question! For the crispest stripes, I recommend the "jogless stripe" technique. On the last stitch of a color, complete the first part of the stitch, then drop the current color and pull the new color through to finish it. On the first stitch of the new color round, work a slip stitch instead of a single crochet. This helps to even out the 'step' that naturally occurs in spiral rounds.

My dress ruffles are curling up. Is that correct?▼

Yes, that is perfectly normal and part of the charm! The increases we place in the FLO stitches are designed to create that lovely, frilly curl. If you prefer a flatter ruffle, you can gently steam block them, but I find the natural curl gives the dress a wonderful, dynamic shape.

Where exactly should I embroider the nose?▼

To honor our "Gaze of Innocence" principle, the placement is key. Find the center of the face, about 4-5 rounds up from the bottom of the head. The nose should be a tiny horizontal stitch, only 2-3 stitches wide. Place the small 'v' of the mouth directly below it. This low placement keeps the face sweet and draws attention to the magnificent hat.

The full, step-by-step pattern begins below.

📖 Woven into Being: The Complete Willow the Witch Bunny Pattern

Head

Using Soft Cream yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: [inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x 6 (36)

Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x 6 (42)

Rnd 8: [6 sc, inc] x 6 (48)

Rnd 9-17: sc in each stitch around (48) - 9 rounds

Rnd 18: [6 sc, dec] x 6 (42)

Rnd 19: [5 sc, dec] x 6 (36)

Rnd 20: [4 sc, dec] x 6 (30)

Rnd 21: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Begin stuffing the head firmly. Continue to stuff as you go.

Rnd 22: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)

Rnd 23: [1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing.

Ears (Make 2)

Using Soft Cream yarn. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: [inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4-10: sc in each stitch around (18) - 7 rounds

Rnd 11: [1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 12-25: sc in each stitch around (12) - 14 rounds

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Fold the opening flat and sew it closed.

Body

Start with Pumpkin Orange yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: [inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x 6 (36)

Rnd 7-12: sc in each stitch around (36) - 6 rounds

Rnd 13: [4 sc, dec] x 6 (30)

Rnd 14-15: sc in each stitch around (30) - 2 rounds

Rnd 16: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Rnd 17-18: sc in each stitch around (24) - 2 rounds

Begin stuffing the body firmly.

Rnd 19: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)

Rnd 20: sc in each stitch around (18)

Fasten off, leaving a very long tail for sewing the body to the head. Finish stuffing.

Arms (Make 2)

Start with Soft Cream yarn. Stuff lightly only at the bottom half.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: [inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3-5: sc in each stitch around (12) - 3 rounds

Change to Pumpkin Orange yarn.

Rnd 6: BLO, sc in each stitch around (12)

Rnd 7-14: sc in each stitch around (12) - 8 rounds

Fold the opening flat and sc across to close. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sleeve Ruffle: Attach Black yarn to the front loops of Rnd 6. Ch 1, [inc] in each loop around. Sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Legs & Boots (Make 2)

Start with Black yarn. Stuff firmly as you go.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)

Rnd 2: [inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Start alternating stripes. 1 round White, 1 round Black.

Rnd 4: In White, BLO, sc in each stitch around (18)

Rnd 5: In Black, sc in each stitch around (18)

Rnd 6: In White, sc in each stitch around (18)

Change to Soft Cream yarn.

Rnd 7: BLO, [1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 8-12: sc in each stitch around (12) - 5 rounds

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Dress Ruffles

Turn the body upside down.

First Tier: Attach Pumpkin Orange yarn to a front loop from Rnd 13 of the body.

Rnd 1: Ch 1, [3 sc, inc] in each front loop around. Sl st to join.

Rnd 2-3: Ch 1, sc around. Sl st to join.

Ruffle Trim: Change to Black yarn. Ch 1, sc around. Sl st to join. Fasten off.

Second Tier: Attach Pumpkin Orange yarn to a front loop from Rnd 17 of the body. Repeat pattern for first tier.

Witch Hat

Start with Black yarn.

Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)

Rnd 2: sc around (4)

Rnd 3: [1 sc, inc] x 2 (6)

Begin stripes: 2 rounds White, 2 rounds Black.

Rnd 4-5: In White, sc around (6)

Rnd 6: In Black, [2 sc, inc] x 2 (8)

Rnd 7: In Black, sc around (8)

Rnd 8: In White, [3 sc, inc] x 2 (10)

Rnd 9: In White, sc around (10)

Continue this pattern of increasing on the first round of a new color, and working even on the second, until you have 48 stitches. The increases will be [4sc, inc], then [5sc, inc], etc.

Final round count: [10 sc, inc] x 6 (48)

Brim:

Rnd 1: In Black, FLO, [7 sc, inc] x 6 (54)

Rnd 2: [8 sc, inc] x 6 (60)

Rnd 3: [9 sc, inc] x 6 (66)

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Pumpkin Charm: In orange, 6 sc in MR, pull tight but don't join. Fasten off leaving a tail. Use a needle to wrap yarn around the sphere to create pumpkin segments. Attach to a short black chain and sew to the hat's tip.

🧵 The Final Flourish: Assembly & Embellishment

The final alchemy happens here, where we bring all the pieces together to give Willow her soul.

1. Body & Head: Using the long tail from the body, sew the head securely onto the body's opening. Ensure it is centered and straight.
2. Legs: Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, positioned so Willow can sit comfortably.
3. Arms: Attach the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck seam.
4. Ears & Hat: This is the most crucial step. First, position the ears on top of the head, slightly to the sides. Place the hat over them. Pin everything in place before sewing. You want the ears to drape from under the hat, and the hat's brim to sit low on the forehead, creating that shy look. Once you are happy with the placement, sew the ears and the hat securely to the head.
5. Face: Using pink embroidery floss, make a small horizontal stitch for the nose between rounds 16 and 17 of the head. Add a tiny 'v' or 'y' shape just below it for the mouth.

💌 From Patricia's Hook & Heart: A Final Word

Our work is now complete. Before you stands not just a doll, but a tangible piece of enchanting autumn whimsy. You have woven more than yarn; you have woven a story, a personality, and a sweet, gentle spirit that will bring a magical touch to your home.

May your Willow be a treasured part of your seasonal celebrations for many years. It has been an absolute joy to create with you today in the atelier. I cannot wait to see the beautiful bunnies you bring to life!