Dive into the delightful world of amigurumi with our free crochet panda pattern! This charming little panda, with its iconic black and white markings and a touch of playful red, is the perfect project for both beginners and experienced crocheters. Create a cuddly companion that will bring joy to any panda lover’s heart or make a heartfelt handmade gift.
Bring Home the Charm of the Bamboo Forest
There’s something irresistibly sweet about pandas, and now you can capture that magic in yarn! This pattern guides you through crafting a lovable amigurumi toy that’s not just a decoration, but a friend. Imagine the smiles this handmade panda will bring, a testament to your creativity and a huggable piece of art.
Crochet Pattern: Craft Your Own Cuddly Companion: Free Crochet Panda Amigurumi Pattern
Materials
White DK or worsted weight yarn
Black DK or worsted weight yarn
Red DK or worsted weight yarn
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn)
6mm or 8mm safety eyes
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill stuffing
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
R: Round
Instructions
This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
Head (White Yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc)*6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc)*6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc)*6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc)*6 (36)
R7-12: sc around (36) (6 rows)
R13: (4 sc, dec)*6 (30)
R14: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)
R15: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between R10-11, about 8-9 stitches apart. Start stuffing firmly.
R16: (sc, dec)*6 (12)
R17: (dec)*6 (6)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close the opening.
Ears (Black Yarn – Make 2)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc)*6 (12)
R3: sc around (12)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.
Eye Patches (Black Yarn – Make 2)
R1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate to work on the other side of the chain: sc in next, sc in last (8)
Sl st to the first sc to join.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Body
Start with Black Yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc)*6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc)*6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc)*6 (30)
R6-8: sc around (30) (3 rows Black)
Change to White Yarn.
R9-10: sc around (30) (2 rows White)
Change to Black Yarn.
R11-12: sc around (30) (2 rows Black)
Change to White Yarn.
R13-14: sc around (30) (2 rows White)
Change to Red Yarn.
R15-18: sc around (30) (4 rows Red)
R19: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)
Stuff body firmly.
R21: (sc, dec)*6 (12)
R22: (dec)*6 (6)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Close the remaining hole.
Arms (Black Yarn – Make 2)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc, inc)*3 (9)
R3-8: sc around (9) (6 rows)
Lightly stuff the end of the arm.
Pinch the opening flat and sc across to close (4 sc). FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 2)
Start with Red Yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc)*6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc)*6 (18)
R4-7: sc around (18) (4 rows Red)
Change to Black Yarn.
R8-9: sc around (18) (2 rows Black)
R10: (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Stuff the foot firmly.
R11: (dec)*6 (6)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Close the remaining hole.
Assembly
Attach Head to Body: Using the tail from the head, sew the head securely to the body.
Attach Ears: Sew the two ears to the top sides of the head, centered above the eye patches.
Attach Eye Patches: Position the eye patches around the safety eyes and sew them onto the head using the tail.
Embroider Face: Using black yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider a small triangular nose directly below the center of the eyes. Then, embroider a small V-shaped smile below the nose.
Attach Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the black section of the body, just below the neck.
Attach Legs: Sew the legs to the bottom red section of the body, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Your adorable crochet panda is now complete! Enjoy your new cuddly friend.
