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Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Iideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a plush chenille backpack with a removable bunny face and floppy ears. It uses super bulky velvet yarn for a soft, plush finish and includes full stitch-by-stitch rounds. You will learn how to work the flap, backpack body, straps, handle and cord, plus how to make the bunny head and ears.

Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with basic crochet stitches and working in continuous rounds. Detailed assembly notes and placement tips are included so your finished backpack looks neat and wearable.

Why You'll Love This Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns soft chenille yarn into a functional and adorable backpack that kids will adore. I designed the bunny flap to be both decorative and removable, adding playful character to a practical item. The pattern combines simple shaping with clear round-by-round instructions so I can enjoy creative crocheting without overly complex techniques. Sewing the pieces together and finishing the face details is especially rewarding and gives a handmade, personalized touch.

Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern with different colorways, so try pastel shades for a softer look or bright contrasts for a bold statement.

You can make the backpack larger or smaller by changing yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn with a larger hook gives a chunkier bag while thinner yarn makes a mini keychain version.

Swap the chenille yarn for fleece or a textured acrylic if you prefer less shedding and a firmer structure; adjust tension to keep the same stitch counts.

Change the bunny face expression by moving the eyes or embroidering a different mouth shape to give each bunny its own personality.

Add pockets inside the backpack or a small external pocket on the front for extra storage and a fun design detail.

Replace the safety eyes with embroidered eyes for a baby-safe version, or use decorative buttons for a whimsical look.

Experiment with different closure options: try a snap, Velcro, or a small zipper instead of the cord and button for more functionality.

Make removable accessories like a tiny scarf, mini hat, or a bow that can be fastened to the bunny to create mix-and-match play possibilities.

Use metallic or variegated yarn for the straps or flap trim to add sparkle and personality without changing the overall pattern construction.

I often line the interior with a lightweight fabric to reinforce the shape and protect stuffing; simple hand-sewn lining works well for durability.

Try pairing this bunny backpack with matching mittens or a hat pattern to create a charming gift set for special occasions.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the marker at the beginning of the chain can make it hard to find the start of rounds; use a contrasting marker or thread at the beginning of each round to maintain consistent stitch placement. ✗ Not changing color and fastening off neatly will leave loose tails showing on the seam; cut yarn and weave ends before joining sections to hide tails inside the backpack. ✗ Overstuffing the head makes it hard to sew into the flap and distorts the shape; stuff gradually and check shape frequently so the head fits the flap snugly. ✗ Forgetting to count stitches after increases or decreases causes uneven shaping and misaligned joins; count stitches at the end of each round, especially after shaping rounds and before joining the flap.

Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cuddly Plush Backpack Bunny with this complete crochet pattern. You will enjoy creating a soft chenille backpack with a sweet amigurumi bunny face and floppy ears. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, materials, tools, and assembly tips so you can finish a charming handmade gift. Perfect for gifting to a child or keeping as a delightful keepsake.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Plush Backpack Bunny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky / Super Chunky / 14ply velvet yarn - HIMALAYA DOLPHIN BABY - 2 skeins of different colors (main purple and pink used in sample)
  • 02
    Sport weight / 4ply yarn - YarnArt JEANS or Alize Cotton Gold - small amount in black color for facial details
  • 03
    Milk-colored chenille or plush yarn (for bunny head and ears) - approximately 1 skein
  • 04
    30 cm cotton thread (thin) for face decoration and embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.75 mm (for chenille detail and general stitches)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 5 mm (for ears and bunny head where indicated)
  • 03
    Sewing needle for finishing and sewing pieces
  • 04
    Wooden button (for flap closure)
  • 05
    Safety eyes 8-10 mm (2 pieces)
  • 06
    Safety nose 10 mm (1 piece)
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    Polyester stuffing (toy stuffing)
  • 09
    Stitch markers
  • 10
    Cotton sewing thread (for sewing straps or handles if chenille crumbles)

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— Flap :

Info :

Crochet with pink yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 5 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook. Do not pull the ring. Turn. (5)

Round 2 :

t-ch, 1 sc, inc * 4, turn (9)

Round 3 :

t-ch, (sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (13)

Round 4 :

t-ch, (2 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (17)

Round 5 :

t-ch, (3 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (21)

Round 6 :

t-ch, (4 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (25)

Round 7 :

t-ch, (5 sc, inc) * 4, 1 sc, turn (29)

Round 8 :

t-ch, (7 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc, turn (32)

Round 9 :

t-ch, (8 sc, inc) * 3, 5 sc (35)

Info :

Do not turn. Work along the top of the flap.

Round 10 :

t-ch, 19 sc, turn (19)

Round 11-15 :

t-ch, 19 sc, turn (5 rows)

Round 16 :

t-ch, 19 sc (19)

Info :

Do not turn.

Info :

Change color to purple. Cut the pink yarn. Then work in rounds.

Round 17 :

t-ch, 22 sc, 3 ch, skip 3 stitches, 22 sc, turn (47)

Round 18 :

t-ch, 47 reverse sc (47), sl st

— Backpack :

Info :

Begin to crochet with purple yarn. Ch20. Start on the second chain from the hook:

Round 1 :

18 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 17 sc, inc, inc into t-ch (42)

Info :

Place a marker.

Round 2 :

16 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 2, inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 3 (48)

Round 3 :

inc, 15 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 4, inc, 14 sc, (inc, 1 sc) * 4, 1 sc (58)

Round 4 :

inc, 15 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 3, inc, 17 sc, (inc, 3 sc) * 3 (66)

Round 5 :

inc, 18 sc, (inc, 4 sc) * 3, inc, 16 sc (inc, 4 sc) * 3 (74)

Round 6 :

74 sc (74)

Round 7 :

BLO 74 sc (74)

Round 8-16 :

74 sc (9 rounds)

Round 17 :

26 sc, dec, 34 sc, dec, 10 sc (72)

Info :

Change color to pink. Cut the purple yarn.

Round 18-35 :

72 sc (18 rounds)

Info :

Join the flap in the next rounds

Round 36 :

71 sc, 1 sc with the flap (72)

Round 37 :

20 sc with the flap, 52 sc (72), sl st.

Info :

Sew a button between rounds 23 and 27.

— Straps :

Info :

Crochet with purple yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch71, start from the second chain on the hook: 70 sc, turn (70)

Round 2-4 :

t-ch, 70 sc (3 rows)

Info :

You can make the straps longer or shorter. Make more or less chains. My straps are 50 cm long.

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the straps with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew the straps at the bottom of the backpack between rounds 7 and 11, at the top of the backpack between rounds 32 and 36. Distance between straps 12 sc.

— Handle :

Info :

Crochet with purple yarn. Work in rows.

Round 1 :

ch21, start from the second chain on the hook: 20 sc, turn (20)

Round 2-3 :

t-ch, 20 sc (20 rows)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the handle with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew on the handle.

— Cord :

Info :

Ch150. Step back at the top of the backpack 2 rounds and stretch the cord between the stitches, after folding the backpack, as shown in the photo. Make knots at the ends.

— Bunny :

Info :

HEAD Crochet with milk yarn.

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc *6 (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc (2 sc, inc) * 5, 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)

Round 7-10 :

36 sc (4 rounds)

Round 11 :

(4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)

Round 12 :

(3 sc, dec) * 3 (24)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the head with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rounds 4 and 5. Distance between eyes 6-7 sc. Insert the safety nose into the middle of the amigurumi ring. Before you secure it with a washer, embroider the mouth with a pink thread.

Info :

Stuff the head. Sew the head to the flap of the backpack. Sew through walls of stitches from above, not through, so that there are no stitches on the wrong side of the cover.

Item Name (EARS) :

make 2

Info :

Crochet with milk yarn. Crochet with hook 5 mm

Round 1 :

ch2, crochet 6 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

hdcinc * 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(hdc, hdcinc) * 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(5 hdc, hdcinc) * 3 (21)

Round 5-6 :

21 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 7 :

(5 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (18)

Round 8 :

18 hdc (18)

Round 9 :

(4 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (15)

Round 10-11 :

15 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 12 :

(3 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (12)

Round 13-14 :

12 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 15 :

(2 hdc, hdc2tog) * 3 (9)

Round 16-17 :

9 hdc (2 rounds)

Round 18 :

9 sc (9)

Info :

Fold it in half and crochet 4 sc through both sides.

Info :

Leave the end for sewing pieces. If chenille yarn crumbles a lot, it is better to sew on the ears with a cotton thread that matches the color.

Info :

Sew on the ears.

Info :

Embroider lashes with a black cotton thread.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the flap of the backpack by aligning the base of the head with the top center of the flap and sewing through the front loops/walls from above so no stitches are visible on the wrong side.
  • Sew the straps at the bottom of the backpack between rounds 7 and 11 and at the top between rounds 32 and 36, spacing the straps 12 sc apart for correct placement.
  • Attach the handle to the top center of the backpack after folding and stitching the upper rounds; sew securely with matching thread if chenille crumbles.
  • Fold each ear in half and crochet 4 sc through both sides to close, then sew each ear to the head on either side of the flap so they hang forward symmetrically.
  • Insert the cord through the top edge by stepping back two rounds from the top and threading the ch150 cord between stitches; knot the ends and attach a button closure between rounds 23 and 27.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds, in rows and in a spiral as indicated for each section to preserve the shape and avoid seams.
  • 💡Use a marker or contrasting thread at the beginning of rounds so you can easily see where each round starts and ends.
  • 💡If chenille yarn crumbles, sew straps, handle and head pieces with a cotton sewing thread matching the colour for a neater finish.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes between rounds 4 and 5 of the head with approximately 6-7 sc between them before stuffing and fastening the safety washer.
  • 💡Stuff the head gradually and evenly before closing and sewing to avoid lumps and to ensure a smooth, round appearance.

This Plush Backpack Bunny is a delightful blend of function and charm, designed to become a treasured companion for any child. The chenille yarn gives a luxuriously soft finish while the bunny flap adds playful personality and sweetness. Make one in your favorite colors and give it as a handmade gift full of love and care. 🧶🐰

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FAQs

What size will the finished backpack be?

The finished backpack measures approximately 21 cm wide and 24 cm high when made with the recommended super bulky chenille yarn and hooks.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size and texture will change; adjust your hook size accordingly and expect a proportionally larger or smaller backpack.

Do I need advanced crochet skills to complete this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires familiarity with basic stitches, working in rounds, increases/decreases, and simple shaping.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience, yarn handling, and how much time is spent on finishing and assembly.