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Amigurumi Panda Baby – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Panda Baby – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the joy of crafting little bundles of cuteness! 🧶 One of my absolute favorite crochet projects is making amigurumi animals, and there’s something extra special about creating a baby panda amigurumi. These adorable creatures, with their big eyes and fluffy ears, are a delight to make and even more delightful to hold. They’re perfect as gifts for loved ones or as cheerful decorations for your own space. The process of creating a panda amigurumi involves a blend of creativity and patience, and watching these charming characters come to life with each stitch is incredibly satisfying.

Starting an amigurumi project can feel like diving into a world of whimsical wonder. 🐼 I begin by picking out the softest yarns in the classic black and white panda colors. Then, I grab my trusty crochet hook and follow a thoughtfully designed pattern that guides me through crafting each part of the panda. From the little ears to the round belly, each piece is crocheted with love and care. As I patiently work through the pattern, assembling the pieces and adding those final touches like embroidered eyes or a cute little smile, it feels like I’m weaving a bit of magic. Seeing the finished panda emerge, full of character and charm, never fails to bring a smile to my face.

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🐼 Amigurumi Panda Baby Crochet Pattern

Meet your new cuddly buddy — this amigurumi panda baby is the perfect combination of sweet and huggable! With chubby cheeks, expressive black patches, and big round paws, it’s an adorable addition to any handmade animal collection. Great for nursery decor, gifts, or just snuggling up with your own little bamboo bear.

✨ Skill Level

Easy to Intermediate – Includes basic shaping, color changes, and applique elements.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 10–11 inches (25–28 cm) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (Worsted Weight):

  • White (main body, face, tummy, foot pads)

  • Black (arms, legs, ears, eye patches)

  • Small amount of pink or beige (paw pads)

  • Brown or black embroidery floss (mouth, nose)

Other Supplies:

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes

  • Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch markers

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Scissors

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head (White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Insert safety eyes between R9–10, about 8 stitches apart
    – Sew on black felt or crochet eye patches behind the eyes
    – Embroider nose and mouth

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO and close

🐾 Eye Patches (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    – Flatten into oval, sew behind eyes

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc (12), FO
    – Flatten and sew to top sides of head

🧍 Body (White → Black Chest Band → White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc (30)

  6. Switch to black: sc (30)

  7. Switch back to white: sc (30)
    13–16. sc (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18), stuff

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6), FO and close

💪 Arms (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–8. sc (12), stuff lightly
    – FO and sew to sides angled forward

🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc (12)

  3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9), stuff
    – FO and sew to base, slightly rotated outward

🐾 Foot Pads (Make 2 Large Circles + 6 Small Toes – White or Beige)

Main Pad:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12), FO
    Toes (Make 3 per foot):

  3. MR, 4 sc, sl st, FO
    – Sew to bottom of feet as shown

🧸 Tail (Optional – White)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. sc (9), FO
    – Sew to rear

✂️ Final Assembly

  • Sew head to body

  • Attach arms and legs

  • Sew ears, eye patches, and optional tail

  • Embroider black nose and smile

  • Add paw pad appliqués

💡 Optional Add-ons

  • Stitch a bamboo shoot to hold

  • Use fuzzy yarn for an extra snuggly feel

  • Add a blush tint to cheeks for extra cuteness

🧶 Finishing Touch

Your little panda baby is complete and ready to cuddle! 🐼💚 Whether a forest friend or nursery guard, this soft-hearted bear will bring joy with every hug.


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