Easter Bunny Crochet Towel & Washcloth Set

After I designed the pattern for the Snowman Towel and published it, I’ve received requests for all sorts of characters for the different holidays because this is such a great way to add adorable themed touches to your kitchen.

I’ve also designed several other crochet kitchen towels aside from this bunny crochet towel that are not characters. You’ll find a variety of styles to match your home and you can also switch them out after some time for a fresh new look. There are patterns ranging from buffalo plaid to farmhouse to basic keyhole towel patterns!

Related: Looking for more kitchen towel options that aren’t holiday specific? You can make these crochet towels to use year-round!

Why Crochet a Kitchen Towel?

A crochet kitchen towel is not only practical and decorative but there’s so much more to these handy little items. Here are a few reasons why you should consider making one:

• Easy to Make: This pattern is great for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, requiring only basic stitches and a few special stitches that are explained below.
• Customizable: A handmade kitchen towel instantly makes your space feel warm and uniquely yours. Choose your favorite yarn and color to match your personal style.
• Relaxing and Rewarding: Crocheting a hand towel such as this one is soothing, and every time you’ll see it on your oven door, you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment.

How to Crochet a Kitchen Towel

There’s not a lot construction-wise to this bunny crochet towel. It is crocheted up in rows from one short edge to the other. You’ll create a couple keyholes mid-way through at the points indicated in the instructions.

One of those keyholes will be used to hang up the towel on your oven door (or any other straight handle that you have in mind) and the others will hold the washcloth ears to complete the look of your bunny. Setting aside the bunny crochet towel, you’ll work up the washcloth to insert in the specified keyholes.

Once this is done, you’ll add facial features and details, depending on how you want your bunny to look.

Yarn

I used Lily Sugar n’ Cream for my version of the Bunny Crochet Towel. This is a wonderfully soft 100% cotton yarn that’s perfect for year-round use. It’s currently available in multiple colorways which include beautiful solid colors so you can easily achieve the look you’re going for.

Because it’s cotton, it’s easily washable and very durable, making it great for kitchen towels that get a lot of use out of them, especially for holiday feasts.

Abbreviations (U.S. Terms)

• ch(s): chain
• st(s): stitch(es)
• sl st(s): slip stitch(es)
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• RS: right side
• Rep: repeat
• yo: yarn over
• MC: Main Color
• CC: Contrasting Color
• Alt-dc: alternate double crochet

Gauge

• In pattern stitch (sc in next, dc in next): 10 sts = 4″; 10 rows = 4″

Experience Level

• Easy

Size

• One Size: 9″ W x 29″ L

Special Stitches

• Alternate Double Crochet (alt-dc): Do not ch, instead, insert your hook into the first st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru both loops, insert your hook between the legs of the st just made, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull thru one loop, yo, pull thru remaining loops.

Bunny Crochet Towel – Free Crochet Pattern

Set-Up: With MC & a 7.00mm crochet hook, ch 23.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 6.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sc in the 2nd ch from your hook and in each ch across. Turn. (22 sts)

Rows 2 – 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.

Fasten off MC. Switch to CC1.

Row 4: With CC1, alt-dc in the first st, (skip the next st, 2 dc in the next st) rep across to the last st, dc in the last st. Turn.  (22 sts)

Fasten off CC1. Switch to MC.

Row 5: With MC, ch 1, sc in the first st, (work 2 sc in the space of next 2 dc group from previous row) rep across to the last st, sc in the last st. Turn. (22 sts)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.

Rows 7 – 28: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) rep across. Turn.

Approximate length at this point is 11″.

Small Keyholes for Ears

Row 29: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) twice, ch 4, skip each of the next 4 sts, sc in the next st, dc in the next st, ch 4, skip each of the next 4 sts, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) 3 times. Turn.

Note: In the next row you’ll be working into stitches and chains.

Rows 30 – 44: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) rep across. Turn.

Large Keyhole for Hanging the Towel Up

Row 45: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) twice, ch 10, skip each of the next 10 sts, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) 3 times. Turn.

Row 46: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) rep across. Turn.

Rep Row 46 until your towel measures approximately 11-1/2″ from the large keyhole opening.

Last Row: Ch 1, sc in each st across.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Continue on to Line Details.

Line Details

Row 1 (RS): With a 6.00mm hook and yellow & light purple yarn, add a row of surface crochet on top of the stitches from Rows 2 (purple), 3 (yellow), & 6 (yellow) of the towel.

Weave in ends. Continue on to the Washcloth Ears.

Washcloth Ears

Set-up: With MC & a 7.00mm crochet hook, ch 27.

Row 1 (RS): Switch to a 6.50mm crochet hook, working in the back humps of the foundation ch, sc in the 2nd ch from your hook, dc in the next st, (sc in the next ch, dc in the next ch) rep across. Turn. (26 sts)

Rows 2 – 20: Ch 1, sc in the first st, dc in the next st, (sc in the next st, dc in the next st) rep across. Turn.

Fasten off. Weave in ends. Approximate size: 10.5″ x 8.25″. Continue on to Optional Yarn Eyes if you’re crocheting your own eyes, or Bunny Face Tutorial if you’re using plastic safety eyes.

Optional: Yarn Eyes (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With black yarn and a 5.00 mm crochet hook, ch 2, work 6 hdc in the 2nd ch from your hook. Join with a sl st to the first st. (6 sts)

Fasten off leaving a 10” tail for sewing. Weave in beginning tail end. Eyes are approximately .75″ in diameter. Continue on to the Bunny Face Tutorial.

Bunny Face Tutorial

Note: The photos in this tutorial show the Pipsqueak Bunny Bag, but I used the same instructions to add the face to the bunny towel. If you crocheted your eyes, sew them onto the towel with a yarn needle and yarn, in place of the safety eyes.

How to Hang the Bunny Crochet Towel Up

Now that you’ve completed your Bunny Crochet Towel set, how do you hang it up?

Step 1: Drape the towel over the towel bar as shown in the top left photo. Make sure the face of the bunny is facing out.

Step 2: Grab the bottom edge of the towel and pull it through the keyhole. Line up the short ends of the towel.

Step 3: Fold your washcloth ears in half, corner to corner. Insert the washcloth ears through the ear keyholes shown in the bottom left photo.

Step back and enjoy your talents!