Drift into a world of cuddly calm with this Amigurumi Panda & Bamboo Baby Mobile crochet pattern! Featuring sweet little pandas nestled among soft bamboo shoots, this charming mobile is perfect for creating a peaceful, nature-inspired nursery. Whether you’re crafting for a baby shower, decorating a cozy corner, or simply love panda-themed projects, this pattern lets you stitch up a soothing scene that sways gently above with every breeze. It’s a heartwarming way to bring a touch of handmade serenity to your little one’s space. 🐼🎋✨
Designed for customization, this pattern invites you to play with soft neutrals, gentle greens, and tiny embroidered details to make each panda and bamboo stalk come to life. Add sleepy eyes, rosy cheeks, or even a tiny leaf or butterfly for extra whimsy. Whether you go for a classic black-and-white panda look or a pastel dreamscape, this Amigurumi Panda & Bamboo Baby Mobile is a joyful and creative project—perfect for bringing a bit of handmade panda love to every stitch! 🧶💖🌿
🐼 Amigurumi Panda & Bamboo Baby Mobile Crochet Pattern
Bring a touch of calm forest charm into your nursery with this adorable handmade Panda & Bamboo Mobile. Two sweet pandas climb a tall bamboo stalk surrounded by soft clouds and hearts — creating a soothing, nature-inspired scene perfect for little dreamers.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, and secure hanging assembly.
📏 Finished Size
- Panda: approx. 6–7 in (15–18 cm) tall
- Bamboo stalk: approx. 12–14 in (30–35 cm) tall
- Mobile ring: approx. 10–12 in (25–30 cm) diameter
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK or light worsted weight cotton):
- Cream – 50 g (panda base)
- Black – 30 g (arms, legs, ears, eye patches)
- Light green – 50 g (bamboo stalk)
- Olive green – 20 g (bamboo leaves)
- Rust or tan – 10 g (bamboo knots)
- Red – 15 g (hearts)
- White & Mint – 20 g (clouds)
- Tools & Supplies:
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
- Stuffing (polyfill)
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Wooden hoop or ring
- Black embroidery thread (nose, smile)
- Optional: pipe cleaners or floral wire (for leaf shaping)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🐼 Panda (Make 2)
Head (Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO and close.
🧡 Stuff firmly. This slightly larger head gives the cuddly, rounded look in the photo.
Body (Cream)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–9. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO and stuff. The shorter body keeps proportions accurate to the image.
Arms (Black, Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
2–7. sc around (6)
FO, lightly stuff halfway.
🖤 Sew arms in hugging position around the bamboo stalk.
Legs (Black, Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
2–6. sc around (6)
FO, lightly stuff.
Sew at slight outward angles to mimic a climbing stance.
Ears (Black, Make 2)
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
- sc around (9)
Flatten and sew to sides of head.
Tail (Black)
- MR, 6 sc
- sc around (6), FO and sew to back base.
Facial Details
- Use black felt or yarn for eye patches.
- Attach 10 mm safety eyes in center of patches.
- Embroider the nose and mouth with black thread for a gentle smile.
🎋 Bamboo Stalk
Main Column (Light Green)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–55. sc around (12) — approximately 60 rounds for height.
Stuff lightly as you go.
Bamboo Knots (Rust/Tan)
Every 8–10 rounds, sl st around one full round using rust yarn to create the textured knot rings.
Small Shoots
At each knot:
ch 7, sc back (6), FO.
Attach one or two per knot before adding leaves.
Leaves (Olive Green – Make 10–12)
- ch 6
- sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, hdc, sc (5)
FO, leaving tail for sewing.
Sew in pairs or trios to bamboo shoots.
(Optional: use pipe cleaner core or stiffener spray to help them stand out naturally.)
☁️ Clouds (White or Mint – Make 2–3)
Make 2 Panels Per Cloud
- ch 10
- In 2nd ch from hook: sc, hdc, dc, tr, tr, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
- Work around other side repeating same sequence.
Make two identical pieces, stuff lightly, and whipstitch edges for a 3D puff.
❤️ Hearts (Red – Make 2)
Heart Panels (Make 2 Per Heart)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- Divide into two halves: work two semi-circles (9 sts per lobe).
- Join both halves and sc evenly around.
- Dec evenly across bottom to form a point.
Make two identical panels, stuff lightly, and sew together for a full shape.
🧵 Assembly
- Attach 4 equal-length cords to the wooden hoop.
- Hang the bamboo stalk from the center using a strong knot.
- Position pandas hugging the stalk at different heights.
- Suspend hearts and clouds around the hoop at varying lengths for a layered effect.
- Balance all hanging threads evenly before securing.
- Double-knot and test strength before using over a crib.
💡 Finishing Touches
- For extra durability, reinforce thread joins with clear fabric glue.
- Ensure all parts are child-safe and securely sewn.
- Add gentle wind or ceiling fan movement to create a swaying, calming effect.
🌿 Final Thoughts
Your Panda & Bamboo Mobile captures the serene beauty of nature and the tender playfulness of pandas. The gentle colors, puffy clouds, and cheerful hearts create a calming atmosphere, perfect for nurseries or nature-themed rooms.
Handmade with love, this project makes a heartwarming gift that families will cherish for years. 🐼💚🌤
