Newborn Baby Knit Bunny Free Pattern
This newborn baby bunny outfit is one that just makes you want to cuddle a little one. A new baby is such an amazing joy to a family, and capturing those newborn photos is so special. The knit baby romper is worked top-down in the raglan style. Using a row counter and checking stitch counts at the end of each row is recommended to ensure it works up beautifully. If you also crochet, check out the Newborn Bunny Crochet Pattern ore the Dainty Lace Free Newborn Bonnet Knit Patterns.
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This newborn baby outfit is also perfect in the spring, especially as an Easter outfit. But it's really adorable all year long, as you will see in the images in this post, it can also be used for a winter or woodlands theme.
What you will need for the Baby Knit Bunny Outfit:
Knitting Needles:
Size 8 (5.0 mm) Circular Needles
Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook for the back ties
Notions:
Removable stitch markers if needed
Yarn needle to weave in ends
Scissors
Row Counter
Medium pompom maker
Yarn:
Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk Off White or Knit Picks Aloft Super Kid Mohair
This yarn is labeled a medium 4, but works up with a similar gauge as lace. As long as gauge is met these yarns also work well:
Knit Picks Aloft Super Kid Mohair
Yardage:
240 yards
Abbreviations/Stitches:
CO- cast on
k- knit
p- purl
k2tog- knit two stitches together
yo- yarn over
- Insert right-hand needle under the strand of yarn running between stitches from front to back, knit through the back of the stitch made.
- Insert left-hand needle under the strand of yarn running between stitches from front to back, knit through the back of the stitch made.
kf&b- knit front and back
ssk- slip slip knit
Gauge:
20 stitches by 28 rows in stockinette = 4 inches x 4 inches
Skill Level:
Easy
Size:
Newborn
The total length of romper: 16 inches
Width of romper chest: 7 1⁄4 inch
Bonnet: height 5 1⁄2 inches, depth 5 inches
Knit Pattern Notes
This romper is worked top-down in raglan style. Using a row counter and checking stitch counts at the end of each row is recommended to ensure it works up beautifully. It is a very flexible and stretchy outfit.
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Baby Knit Bunny Romper Pattern
Size 8 (5.0 mm) Needles
Row 1: Cast On 50 (50)
Row 2: *k1, p1; repeat * across (50)
Row 3: knit (50)
Row 4: purl (50)
Row 5: *kf&b, k4; repeat * across (60)
Row 6: purl (60)
Row 7: knit (60)
Row 8: purl (60)
Row 9: *kf&b, k2; repeat * across (80)
Rows 10-14: Stockinette (purl the even rows, knit the odd rows) (80)
Row 15: *kf&b, k3; repeat * across (100)
Rows 16-21: Stockinette (purl the even rows, knit the odd rows) (100)
Round 22-23: Working in the round, join and knit
Rnd 24: k15, place 20 stitches on holder or yarn, k30, place 20 stitches on holder or yarn, k15 (60)
Rnd 25: k15, thumb cast on 3, k30, thumb cast on 3, k15 (66)
Rnd 26: Continue to knit until total length from top of piece measures 11 inches. (66)
First Leg
Rnd 1: k33, place 33 stitches on holder or yarn
(use row counter to keep track of total rounds so the second leg will match the first, vertical gauge is different for everyone so using measurements for length will be more accurate) (33)
Rnd 2: knit leg in the round until the leg length is 5 inches (33)
Rnd 3: *k2tog, k9; repeat * around (30)
Rnd 4: knit (30)
Rnd 5: *k2tog, k4; repeat * around (25)
Rnd 6: knit (25)
Rnd 7: *k2tog, k3; repeat * around (20)
Rnd 8: knit (20)
Rnd 9: *k2tog, k2; repeat * around (15)
Rnd 10: *k2tog, k1; repeat * around, fasten off and use a tapestry needle to weave end 10 through last 10 stitches, pull closed, weave in end. (10)
Second Leg
Place 33 stitches of other leg on holder back onto needles, repeat rounds 1-10 of the first leg.
First Arm
Rnd 1: Place held stitches of one arm back onto needles and pick up 3 stitches from underarm. Join yarn underarm and knit round.
(use row counter to keep track of total rounds so the second leg will match the first, vertical gauge is different for everyone so using measurements for length will be more accurate) (23)
Rnd 2: Knit until arm length is 4 1⁄2 inches (23)
Rnd 3: K2tog, k9, k2tog, k10 (21)
Rnds 4-7: knit (21)
Rnd 8: Knit bind off, weave in ends
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Second Arm
Repeat steps 1-8 of the first arm for the other arm.
Blocking pieces is recommended before seaming together. Use yarn to sew closed the crotch area and any holes/gaps around arms.
Using a crochet hook, attach yarn to the top corner of the back of the romper, chain 35 on each side to create ties.
Baby Knit Bunny Bonnet
Size 8 (5.0 mm) Needles
Row 1: Cast On 50 (50)
Row 2: purl (50
Row 3: knit (50)
Row 4: Repeat rows 2-3 (working in stockinette) until the piece measures 4 inches, ending on a knit row (50)
Round 5: Join piece and knit in the round (50)
Rnd 6: knit (50)
Rnd 7: k2tog, k8; repeat * around (45)
Rnd 8: k2tog, k7; repeat * around (40)
Rnd 9: k2tog, k6; repeat * around (35)
Rnd 10: k2tog, k5; repeat * around (30)
Rnd 11: k2tog, k4; repeat * around (25)
Rnd 12: k2tog, k3; repeat * around (20)
Rnd 13: k2tog, k2; repeat * around (15)
Rnd 14: k2tog, k1; repeat * around (10)
Fasten off and use a tapestry needle to weave end through the last 10 stitches, pull closed, and weave in end.
Ears (Make 2)
Size 8 (5.0 mm) Needles
Row 1: Cast On 12 (12)
Row 2: purl (12)
Row 3: knit (12)
Row 4: Repeat rows 2-3 (working in stockinette) 6 more times (12)
Row 5: purl (12)
Row 6: k1, M1R, k10, M1L, k1 (14)
Row 7: purl (14)
Row 8: k1, M1R, k12, M1L, k1 (16)
Row 9: purl (16)
Row 10: k1, M1R, k14, M1L, k1 (18)
Row 11: purl (18)
Row 12: knit (18)
Row 13: Repeat rows 2-3 (working in stockinette) 2 more times (18)
Row 14: k2tog, k14, k2tog (16)
Row 15: purl (16)
Row 16: k2tog, k12, k2tog (14)
Row 17: purl (14)
Row 18: k2tog, k10, k2tog (12)
Row 19: purl (12)
Row 20: k2tog, k8, k2tog (10)
Row 21: purl (10)
Row 22: k2tog, k6, k2tog (8)
Row 23: purl (8)
Row 24: k2tog, k4, k2tog (6)
Row 25: purl (6)
Row 26: k2tog, k2, k2tog (4)
Row 27: purl (4)
Row 28: k2tog twice, pass the first stitch on right-hand needle over the second and off, fasten off and weave in end.
Using a tapestry needle and yarn, sew ears onto the sides of the bonnet.
Bunny Tail
Using a medium-size pompom maker, create a ball for the bunny tail. Use the two strands of yarn that tie the center of the pompom to tie onto the back bum area of the outfit. Weave in all ends.
The Newborn Baby Knit Bunny pattern offers a charming and cuddly addition to your baby's wardrobe. As you create this adorable project with mohair yarn, it's essential to keep in mind some care tips to ensure its longevity. Gentle handwashing in lukewarm water with a mild detergent and laying it flat to dry will help preserve the delicate nature of mohair yarn. Avoiding excessive heat and agitation during washing will maintain the softness and loftiness of the yarn, allowing your precious bunny creation to be cherished and passed down through generations. With these care tips, your Newborn Baby Knit Bunny becomes not only a heartfelt gift but also a cherished keepsake that stands the test of time. And if you love a bunny theme, also check out the Bunny Easter Basket Crochet Pattern or the Fluffy Bunny Crochet & Knit Pillow.
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