Well folks, the Big Cuddly Bunny is done! My daughter just loves it. I actually can’t help but laugh a little when I look at it. He’s so chubby and funny looking. I’d like you to meet…
Jumps-A-Lot (named by my daughter)
He’s already going after our flowers
Boy was he fun and challenging to make. I learned so much! I have always struggled with using double pointed needles and working in the round. This time I pushed through and finished.
The pattern used buttons for eyes but I wasn’t feeling it. Every button I tried made him look boring. I ended up using some cotton yarn and did some embroidered eyes. Oh and a little nose 
I did realize when I was done that I need to take more time when I am stuffing with polyfill. I just took big chunks and pushed it in. Jumps-A-Lot turned out kind of bumpy. I learned later you should take smaller pieces and really work on forming the stuffed animal.
One BIG technique I learned from this pattern was the Kitchener Stitch. What a cool way to close up your work! I was blown away when I was done. You can’t see a seam at all. I just followed the Purl Bee’s instructions and it was really easy.
He wouldn’t be complete without a puffy tail
Hailey is having a lot of fun with Jumps-A-Lot. He’s a very huggable guy
Hailey and our dog peaking at me while I take a picture of the bunny.
She can’t wait to take a nap with him today
Big Cuddly Bunny Info
Pattern: Purl Bee’s Big Cuddly Bunny
Yarn: Lion Brand Baby First Color: Pixie Dust
Needles: Size 10 double points and circular needles
Now I’m ready to make something else! I may start making another little stuffed bunny for Hailey. I signed up for this online course through Craftsy called Wee Ones. The gal who does the class is awesome. Her name is Susan B. Anderson and she created a bunch of cute and easy little toys you can knit. If you can’t already tell, I’m loving knitting! I hate to say it but I’m liking it more than crocheting right now. It’s more because it’s such a challenge for me since I don’t know much about it. I always like trying something new. I promise I will still be crocheting here and there.
Have a great Wednesday!
JayNic Knit Knacks says
awwww he is cute. Looks like he's going to be well loved!!!
x
Debi Y. says
Oh he's so cute. 🙂
DaCraftyLady Debb says
that is soooooooooooooooo cute…I love it and it looks so huggable too.
Hook and Yarn says
Look at those sweet faces–bunny, girl, and puppy! What a cute trio they make.
FoFo says
So cute! Both the bunny and your daughter. Can't wait to see what you make next.
winkieflash says
So adorable! And I was laughling out loud when I read the name – your daugther's a genius! 😀
xo,
wink
Jo says
Jumps-A-Lot is adorable! You did a great job on him.
Anna says
Adorables…les deux…
Anna
Sarah @ Sarahndipities says
Oh! He turned out so cute! I really need to get over my knitphobia and buckle down and learn! Thanks for the inspiriation!
Monichka says
nice bunny! little sad, but nice))) i like it!
Andi @ Jane of all crafts says
Bumpy or not I think he is SO cute!! You have inspired me to try knitting again. Have a great week!
quintonwench says
So cute! I need to learn to knit! Thanks for sharing.
Hahnsmum. says
l love that photo of yr daughter & her dog peeking out of window… We have a real life rabbit living in our garden & we are too soft to hunt him away..Hes quiet & ignores us, even at close quarters.. Like yr rabbit… Best Wishes..
sincerelysarahandcrafted says
Beautiful work! That is an adorable bunny and little girl!!
I've nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award! If you'd like to check it out you can head over to my blog and give it look! I enjoy your blog! 🙂
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sincerelysarahandcrafted says
Beautiful work! That is an adorable bunny and little girl!!
I've nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award! If you'd like to check it out you can head over to my blog and give it look! I enjoy your blog! 🙂
http://sincerelysarahandcrafted.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/versatile-blogger-award/
Jackie says
Just popping in to say Hi as I've just found your blog and I'm very glad I did as it is jam packed with lots of colourful yarny goodness. I love your knitted bunny ~ he is adorable :O)
Shari says
How sweet are they…. to to cute. Love your blog. Very nice work. Have a great day..Shari!