Snuggle up with the sweetest duo in the crochet world with this Amigurumi Panda With Cub pattern! Inspired by the gentle bond between a panda and its baby, this heartwarming design captures their round faces, soft fur, and cuddly charm in every stitch. With the mama panda lovingly cradling her tiny cub, this crochet pair is perfect for adding a tender and adorable touch to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for animal lovers, celebrating the beauty of parenthood, or simply enjoy making nature-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable panda family full of warmth and personality! 🐼💕
Designed for customization, this pattern invites you to play with different shades of black, white, or even whimsical colors for a playful twist. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a bamboo shoot or a cozy blanket, or even create a full set of forest friends to complete the scene! Whether gifted as a heartfelt keepsake, displayed as a charming accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Panda With Cub is a delightful and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade love to every stitch! 🧶🌿✨.
🐼 Amigurumi Panda with Cub Crochet Pattern
This sweet panda and cub set is the ultimate symbol of love. With its big oval eye patches, round muzzle, curved hugging arms, and detailed paw pads, this amigurumi panda looks just like the real cuddly bears we adore. The baby panda fits snugly in the parent’s arms, creating a heartwarming display.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – includes shaping, color changes, and applique details.
📏 Finished Size
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Parent Panda: ~25 cm (10 in) tall
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Panda Cub: ~12–14 cm (5–6 in) tall
Worked with DK cotton yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK cotton):
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White (head, body, muzzle, belly)
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Black (ears, arms, legs, eye patches, back, shoulders)
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Pink (paw pads)
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Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Safety eyes: 12–14 mm (parent), 8–10 mm (cub)
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Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
🔤 Abbreviations (US terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
🧩 Pattern Instructions
🐼 Parent Panda
Head (White)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (4sc, inc) x6 (36)
R7–15: sc around (36)
R16: (4sc, dec) x6 (30)
R17: (3sc, dec) x6 (24)
R18: (2sc, dec) x6 (18)
R19: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
R20: dec x6 (6) FO. Stuff firmly.
Eye Patches (Black, Make 2)
Ch 8.
Row1: sc along chain, 2sc in last st, rotate, sc back. FO.
Sew higher on face, slightly angled toward ears.
Eyes: Insert safety eyes through patches (12–14 mm).
Muzzle (White)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18) FO.
Stuff lightly, sew centered under eyes.
Nose & Mouth: Embroider small black nose at top, add short vertical line with tiny horizontal smile.
Ears (Black, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–4: sc around (12) FO.
Flatten and sew to head sides.
Body (White with Black Shoulders)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6–10: sc around (30)
R11: switch to black, sc around (30)
R12–14: sc around (30)
R15: (3sc, dec) x6 (24)
R16: (2sc, dec) x6 (18)
R17: (sc, dec) x6 (12) FO. Stuff firmly.
Arms (Black, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–12: sc around (12)
R13: (2sc, dec) x3 (9) → creates slight curve for hugging pose. FO.
Stuff lightly, sew angled forward.
Legs (Black with Paw Pads, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5–6: sc around (24)
R7: (sc, dec) x8 (16)
R8–9: sc around (16) FO. Stuff and sew at body base.
Paw Pads (Pink):
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Large pad: MR 6 → inc x6 (12) → (sc, inc) around (18) → (2sc, inc) x6 (24).
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Toes: 5 small circles, MR 6 each.
Sew large pad centered on sole, small pads around top edge.
🐼 Panda Cub
Head (White)
Same as parent, but stop increases at 30 sts (instead of 36).
Eye Patches (Black, Make 2)
Ch 6, sc around to form oval. FO.
Place patches close together, slightly larger than eyes.
Eyes: Insert safety eyes (8–10 mm).
Muzzle (White)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: sc around (18) FO.
Smaller than parent’s, but still protruding. Sew under eyes.
Embroider tiny nose + vertical line.
Ears (Black, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3: sc around (9) FO.
Body (White with Black Shoulders)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5–8: sc around (24)
R9: switch to black, sc around (24)
R10–12: sc around (24)
R13: (2sc, dec) x6 (18)
R14: (sc, dec) x6 (12) FO. Stuff.
Arms (Black, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–6: sc around (12) FO.
Sew angled forward.
Legs (Black with Paw Pads, Make 2)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
R6: (sc, dec) x6 (12) FO.
Cub Paw Pads (Pink):
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Large pad: MR 6 → inc x6 (12) → (sc, inc) around (18).
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3–4 small pads: MR 6 each.
🧵 Assembly
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Attach heads to bodies (both pandas).
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Sew ears to head sides.
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Sew parent’s arms curved forward.
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Sew cub to parent’s belly.
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Wrap parent’s arms around cub and stitch securely in hugging pose.
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Sew legs with paw pads visible in sitting pose.
🌟 Finishing Touches
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Add soft blush with pink pastel on cheeks.
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Embroider mouth lines carefully for expression.
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Ensure parent’s arms cross slightly in front of cub for natural hug.
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Position feet flat with paw pads facing forward for maximum cuteness.
🎉 Result
Your Amigurumi Panda with Cub is complete! With large oval eye patches, soft muzzles, big paw pads, and a loving hug, this panda duo makes an irresistibly cuddly display. Perfect for nursery décor, animal lovers, or a heartfelt handmade gift. 🐼💕
