RABBIT knitting pattern | Into the Woodlands MKAL Clue #6
Our Into the Woodlands KAL continues to grow with the addition of this sweet Rabbit silhouette. Using only knits and purls, this beginner-friendly block captures the playful spirit of the forest floor. It is designed to meet our 52SP standard, ensuring it fits perfectly into your modular woodland blanket alongside our botanical and animal motifs. Whether you’re knitting a nursery gift or a nature-inspired throw, this little rabbit adds a touch of whimsical texture to every row.
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| Project Detail | Requirement |
| Skill Level | Beginner (only knits and purls) |
| Yarn Weight | DK or Worsted |
| Needle Size | 4mm / US 6 (and 4.5mm / US 7 for casting on and binding off stitches) |
| Finished Size | 8.5” x 8.5” (22 cm x 22 cm) |
Materials & Tools for the Rabbit block
- Yarn: 70 yds (64 m) of DK yarn (8 ply). OR 140 yds (128 m) of light fingering yarn (approx 3 ply) USED DOUBLE.
- Needles: 4mm / US 6 (and 4.5mm / US 7 for casting on and binding off stitches).
- Tools: tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends, scissors.
- Gauge: 21 sts x 28 rows in stocking st with US 6 (4 mm needles) and DK yarn = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
NOTE: You can change the yarn weight and needle size to obtain different sized blocks. Let me know in the comments if you need help!
Rabbit Knitting Pattern
Abbreviations:
- CO: cast on
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
- st(s): stitch(es)
- k: knit
- p: purl
The Pattern: General Instructions
- Cast on sts
CO 43 sts with US 7 (4.5 mm) needles.
I always cast on and bind off stitches with larger needles than I use for the main work. This prevents my cast on and bind off rows from being too tight. - Garter stitch bottom border
With US 6 (4 mm) needles, knit 4 rows.
Slip first stitch on every row as if you were to knit it, but without knitting it (except on the first row). It will form a neat and sturdy border. - Main pattern with garter stitch side borders
Continue working the next 55 rows as follows:
4 garter sts, RABBIT knitting pattern over 35 sts, 4 garter sts
You can follow either the row-by-row written instructions or the chart below for the RABBIT knitting pattern. - Garter stitch top border
Knit 4 rows.
- Bind off
Bind off all sts with a US 7 (4.5 mm) needle. Cut yarn and weave in ends.
- (Optional) Blocking
Block your square to its final measures.
Rabbit Knitting Pattern: Row-by-Row Instructions
Row 1) and every following odd row (RS): Knit all stitches
Row 2) Purl all stitches
Row 4) Purl all stitches
Row 6) p9, k17, p9
Row 8) p10, k15, p10
Row 10) p10, k15, p10
Row 12) p10, k15, p10
Row 14) p12, k11, p12
Row 16) p12, k11, p12
Row 18) p13, k9, p13
Row 20) p14, k7, p14
Row 22) p11, k13, p11
Row 24) p9, k17, p9
Row 26) p9, k17, p9
Row 28) p9, k17, p9
Row 30) p10, k15, p10
Row 32) p11, k13, p11
Row 34) p13, k9, p13
Row 36) p12, k4, p3, k4, p12
Row 38) p11, k5, p3, k5, p11
Row 40) p9, k7, p3, k7, p9
Row 42) p8, k8, p3, k8, p8
Row 44) p7, k8, p5, k8, p7
Row 46) p7, k7, p7, k7, p7
Row 48) p7, k6, p9, k6, p7
Row 50) p8, k3, p13, k3, p8
Row 52) Purl all stitches
Row 54) Purl all stitches
Row 55) Knit all stitches
Rabbit Knitting Chart
- Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
Note: These charted instructions represent the 35-stitch design area. Remember to work your 4-stitch garter borders at the beginning and end of every row.
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Want a larger blanket?
Our Into the Woodlands project has 12 blocks, but if you want to knit a larger blanket you can choose more from our Library. They all have the same size! Here are some knit-and-purl suggestions:
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