The softness of felt and the simplicity of a small handmade rabbit make this project especially enjoyable. This Felt Rabbit Sewing Pattern Free, featuring a charming running bunny, is a wonderful opportunity to relax, create something cute, and experiment with cozy materials. The clear pieces and minimal stitching make it perfect for beginners, while the finished rabbit looks lovely as home décor, a small gift, an Easter accent, or a sweet addition to a handmade toy collection.
This project invites you to explore gentle shapes, soft colors, and simple embellishments while keeping the entire process beginner-friendly and relaxing.
Download the Pattern
Notice that seam allowances are included.
To download the pattern, follow the instructions below:
From a phone or tablet: There should be a similar option for mobile devices with Android or iOS. Click on the image. Save it by holding your finger on the image and selecting the “Save Image” option. Then, go to your photo gallery and print it (an option available).
From a computer: Click on the photo of the pattern you see below. In the new tab that will open, you press the right mouse button and select the “Save image as …” option. Then, you choose where the image will be saved on your computer.
Materials You Will Need
- Felt sheets in your chosen colors
- Embroidery floss
- A small piece of plush or white yarn for the tail
- Hand sewing needle
- Small sharp scissors
- Polyester stuffing
- Beads
- Ribbon
Follow our detailed guide, completed with numerous photos, to sew this beautiful rabbit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of felt works best for this easy rabbit pattern?
For soft toy shapes like this, 1.5–2 mm felt works beautifully. It bends nicely around curves and keeps edges smooth. Thicker felt can work too, but may make the details look stiff.
How can I decorate the rabbit if I don’t have embroidery experience?
There are plenty of simple options: tiny beads, buttons, felt appliqué, ribbon bows, small fabric scraps, or even fabric markers. These details add personality without requiring advanced skills.
Can I resize the pattern?
Yes, you can print it at any scale. Reduce the print size to make tiny rabbits for ornaments, or enlarge it to create bigger decorative pieces.
Before You Go
This felt rabbit sewing pattern is free and invites creativity, calm crafting time, and a gentle handmade charm. With simple shapes, flexible felt, and endless decoration possibilities, each rabbit becomes a unique little creation perfect for gifting, collecting, or seasonal displays.
We encourage you to explore colors, add your personal touches, and share your finished felt rabbits with fellow makers. Handmade toy communities love seeing new variations and often spark even more creative ideas.
If you enjoyed this project, you may also like our free felt rabbit sewing pattern — the Basic Sitting Rabbit Template. It’s a perfect companion to this running bunny design.
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What a lovely bunny! It’s absolutely beautiful. I had some white felt at home, so I decided to make a few white ones for myself. I’ll decorate them with white beads, and I might even embroider some snowflakes on them to hang as winter décor in my home. And for spring, I’ll sew bunnies in the same color as yours. I really like it. Thanks for the creative inspiration!
So sweet, I’m really happy my bunny inspired you! Your white felt idea sounds adorable, especially with the beads and snowflakes. Can’t wait to see your spring versions too!
What an absolutely charming and delightful pattern! I love the playful ‘running’ pose of this rabbit, it’s so full of personality. I am going to sew my own rabbit or maybe even a few of them to decorate my kitchen. Thank you for generously sharing this adorable design for free; it’s the perfect project to bring a little handmade joy to someone’s day!
You are very welcome! Happy sewing!
Hello Hanna!
Oh my goodness, this felt bunny project is adorable. I’m a stay-at-home mom and I haven’t tried making something like this yet, but reading your tutorial made it feel a lot less intimidating. I love how simple and beginner-friendly you made the steps, and I can already picture this being such a sweet handmade gift or a fun craft to do with kids. I’m really drawn to the idea of creating something cozy and personal instead of buying another store-bought toy.
Have you found that felt is pretty forgiving for beginners, or does it take a bit of practice to get neat stitches? And do you recommend any specific needle or thread for smoother sewing? This definitely added a new project idea to my to-do list — thank you for sharing such a lovely pattern.
Angela M 🙂
Hi Angela,
I’m so happy you found the tutorial helpful. Felt is great for beginners because it’s soft and forgiving. You can use a sharp embroidery needle or a regular hand-sewing needle, both work well. Cotton or embroidery thread makes stitching smooth and neat.
Your bunny is going to turn out so cute.