Get ready for Easter with Erik the Easter Bunny! Erik boasts a rounded body, a cute face, and the option to crochet arms directly onto his body (or sew them on afterwards). Includes the pattern for a Mini Easter Basket and instructions on how to make a Pom Pom with a fork! Erik is sure to become a cherished Easter decoration and your cuddly friend.

This crochet amigurumi pattern is perfect for beginners and neurodiverse crafters. The abbreviated instructions are followed by a breakdown in italics making it easier to understand what you need to do in each round. If you’ve had trouble reading patterns in the past, we hope that you’ll give our patterns a try!

Using Aran yarn and a 4mm hook, our Erik the Easter Bunny is approximately 22cm tall. The size will vary depending on yarn used and tension.

Materials

Aran weight acrylic yarn (Spot Saver USA) in 

• Main Colour – Aqua (approx. 85m / 93 yards)

• Contrasting Colour – White (Tail)

• Cream (Basket)

  DK weight acrylic yarn (Marvel 8 ply) in:

• Pink (Cheeks)

• Black (Nose)

  4mm Crochet Hook 10mm Kawaii Safety Eyes (not recommended for children under 3 years old) Stitch Marker Scissors Tapestry needle Sewing pins Polyester Toy Filling Optional: Pom Pom Maker or a Fork