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Panda Amigurumi Pattern

Panda Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Panda Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a sweet 16 cm panda amigurumi worked mainly in cream and black velvet-style yarn with a striped sweater. It includes full round-by-round instructions for the head, body, limbs, ears, tail and sweater. You will also find clear assembly steps for attaching eyes, joints and embroidered facial details. The pattern uses basic amigurumi techniques and gives options for plastic joints or cotter pins for poseable legs.

Panda Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Worked with fine/4ply yarn and a 2mm hook this panda is small and cuddly. Detailed photos and notes are included to guide placement and finishing.

Why You'll Love This Panda Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines soft velvet texture with charming facial details that bring the panda to life. I enjoyed designing the striped sweater to add personality and a cozy look to the toy. The pattern balances simple amigurumi shaping with a few more advanced assembly steps so the finished piece feels professional and sturdy. I take pride in the clear step-by-step instructions and photos included — they make it easy for me to recreate the same adorable result every time.

Panda Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Panda Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Panda Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Panda Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love to customize this panda by changing yarn texture and colors to get a different look.

You can make a pastel version by using soft cotton in pastel blues or pinks for a nursery-friendly toy.

If you prefer a chunkier, cuddlier panda use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to scale up the pattern easily.

I sometimes replace plastic joints with sewn-in stuffed legs for a fully soft, baby-safe toy option without hard parts.

Try embroidering different expressions: moving the mouth stitch slightly changes the personality from shy to cheeky.

I like adding tiny accessories like a crocheted scarf or mini hat to give the panda a unique character.

For keychain or bag charm versions, use thinner yarn and a 1.5-1.75mm hook to make a small palm-sized panda.

Mix yarn fibers — velvet body with cotton sweater — for contrast in texture and a pleasing handmade aesthetic.

Swap eye types: safety eyes, hand-embroidered eyes, or French knot highlights each give a distinct finish.

I recommend trying color-blocking the belly or ears to create seasonal or themed pandas easily and enjoy the creative process.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when shaping the body or limbs causes misaligned joins and poor symmetry; always place a marker at the beginning of each round and move it consistently. ✗ Not stuffing gradually leads to lumps and uneven shaping; stuff a little at a time, especially around curves, and adjust before closing the piece. ✗ Pulling tension too tight when crocheting velvet yarn can make stitches too dense and the fabric stiff; keep a relaxed, consistent tension to preserve softness and stitch definition. ✗ Forgetting to leave long sewing tails results in awkward finishing; fasten off leaving a long end for sewing pieces securely in place and hiding the ends inside the toy.

Panda Amigurumi Pattern

Make a cuddly handmade panda amigurumi with this complete crochet pattern. You will learn shaping, assembly, and simple embroidery for the face. Clear step-by-step rounds and helpful photos guide you from first stitch to finished toy. Perfect as a thoughtful gift or a cute addition to your handmade collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Panda Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Fine/4ply yarn Katia Velvet Fine 50g/160m (100% polyester) - Color 200 (cream) - approximately 200g
  • 02
    Fine/4ply yarn Katia Velvet Fine 50g/160m (100% polyester) - Color 211 (black) - approximately 100-150g
  • 03
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Baby Cotton 50g/165m (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) - Color 444 (dark green) - small amount for sweater
  • 04
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Baby Cotton 50g/165m (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) - Color 439 (mint green) - small amount for sweater
  • 05
    DMC embroidery floss of black and white colors - for facial details and eye whites
  • 06
    Blush or dry peach pastel for cheek tinting - small amount

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2mm
  • 02
    Polyester toy filling (fiberfill)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Sewing pins
  • 05
    Eyes with a loop 6-7mm (2 pcs)
  • 06
    Wire for the frame (optional) diameter 0.9 mm - 20 cm (or D1mm wire as an alternative)
  • 07
    Plastic joints size 25 mm for hind legs (2 pcs)
  • 08
    Plastic joints size 15 mm for forelegs (2 pcs)
  • 09
    Cotter pins fastening: Disks 25 mm - 4 pcs; Disks 15 mm - 4 pcs; T-shaped cotter pins 20*2 - 4 pcs
  • 10
    Round nose pliers
  • 11
    Buttons size 5 mm (3 pcs)
  • 12
    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 13
    Stitch markers
  • 14
    Pins for assembly

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— Head :

Info :

Work with cream yarn. Stuff as you go.

Round 1 :

6sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

1sc, inc, (2sc, inc)*5, 1sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6 :

2sc, inc, (4sc, inc)*5, 2sc (36)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 8 :

3sc, inc, (6sc, inc)*5, 3sc (48)

Round 9 :

(7sc, inc)*6 (54)

Round 10 :

4sc, inc, (8sc, inc)*5, 4sc (60)

Round 11 :

(9sc, inc)*6 (66)

Round 12-13 :

66sc (2 rounds)

Round 14 :

(21sc, inc)*3 (69)

Round 15-16 :

69sc (2 rounds)

Round 17 :

11sc, inc, (22sc, inc)*2, 11sc (72)

Round 18-19 :

72sc (2 rounds)

Round 20 :

(23sc, inc)*3 (75)

Round 21 :

75sc (75)

Round 22 :

12sc, inc, (24sc, inc)*2, 12sc (78)

Round 23-27 :

78sc (5 rounds)

Round 28 :

(11sc, dec)*6 (72)

Round 29 :

5sc, dec, (10sc, dec)*5, 5sc (66)

Round 30 :

(9sc, dec)*6 (60)

Round 31 :

4sc, dec, (8sc, dec)*5, 4sc (54)

Round 32 :

(7sc, dec)*6 (48)

Round 33 :

2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)*7, 2sc (40)

Round 34 :

(3sc, dec)*8 (32)

Round 35 :

(2sc, dec)*8 (24)

Round 36 :

(1sc, dec)*8 (16)

Info :

Cut the yarn, fasten off, leaving the end for sewing pieces.

— Eye Spots (make 2) :

Info :

Work with black yarn. Ch6, start on the second chain from the hook:

Round 1 :

4sc, 3sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 3sc, inc (12)

Round 2 :

inc, 3sc, 3inc, 3sc, 2inc (18)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc, 3sc, (1sc, inc)*3, 3sc, (1sc, inc)*2 (24)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc, 3sc, (2sc, inc)*3, 3sc, (2sc, inc)*2 (30)

Info :

Cut the yarn, fasten off, leaving the end for sewing pieces.

Infos :

Attach the eye spots to the head with sewing pins and sew. Using an embroidering floss (2 strands), embroider the eyebrows and mouth. Using an embroidering floss (full thread), embroider the nose (4-5 stitches). With sewing pins mark the place of sewing on the eyes.

Infos :

Take the eye D6-7mm and thread the thread into the loop. Pass both threads into the needle and insert it into the points marked with sewing pins and exit it through the back of the head. Repeat the same with the second eye (NOTE! Exit the threads of the first and second eyes at one point behind). Lightly pull the threads and tie together in a knot. Hide the ends inside the head.

Infos :

Using a white embroidering floss (full thread), embroider the whites of the eyes. Tint the cheeks with blush or peach-colored pastel.

— Ears (make 2) :

Info :

Work with black yarn. Do not stuff.

Round 1 :

6sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(2sc, inc)*4 (16)

Round 4-7 :

16sc (4 rounds)

Infos :

Fold in half and crochet 8sc through both sides. Cut the yarn, fasten off, leaving the end for sewing pieces. Attach the ears to the head with sewing pins (in an arc, not a straight line) and sew.

— Forelegs (make 2) :

Info :

Work with black yarn. The marker of the beginning of the round passes behind the leg in the middle. If necessary, crochet extra stitches.

Round 1 :

6sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

(1sc, inc)*3 (9)

Round 3 :

(2sc, inc)*3 (12)

Round 4-6 :

12sc (3 rounds)

Round 7 :

6sc, inc, 5sc (13)

Round 8 :

13sc (13)

Round 9 :

6sc, inc, 6sc (14)

Round 10 :

14sc (14)

Round 11 :

7sc, inc, 6sc (15)

Round 12 :

7sc, inc, 7sc (16)

Round 13 :

16sc (16)

Info :

Begin to gradually stuff the leg with fiberfill. Stuff tightly only the lower part. At this stage, you need to make sure that the marker is located at the back of the leg in the middle.

Info :

Left foreleg. For plastic joints: 14. 11sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 3sc (16). 15. 11sc, 2sc on the chain, 3sc (16). For cotter pins: 14-15. 16sc (2 rounds).

Info :

Right foreleg. For plastic joints: 14. 3sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 11sc (16). 15. 3sc, 2sc on the chain, 11sc (16). For cotter pins: 14-15. 16sc (2 rounds).

Round 16 :

(2sc, dec)*4 (12)

Round 17 :

6dec (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Pull off the hole and hide the ends.

— Hind Legs (make 2) :

Info :

Work with black yarn. Ch5, start on the second chain from the hook:

Round 1 :

3sc, 4sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain: 2sc, inc (11)

Round 2 :

inc, 2sc, 3sc inc, 2sc, 3sc inc, 2sc, 2inc (18)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc, 3sc, 3sc inc, 4sc, 3sc inc, 3sc, (1sc, inc)*2 (25)

Round 4 :

25sc (25)

Round 5 :

24sc - short round (you may have a different number of stitches). Move the marker. It should go behind the leg, in the center of the heel. Guideline - a straight line of the foundation chain. In the process align the marker by crocheting extra stitches.

Round 6 :

8sl st, 9sc, 8sl st (25)

Round 7 :

5sc, (1sc, dec)*5, 5sc (20)

Round 8 :

5sc, 5dec, 5sc (15)

Round 9 :

6sc, sc3tog, 6sc (13)

Round 10 :

6sc, inc, 6sc (14)

Round 11 :

14sc (14)

Round 12 :

7sc, inc, 6sc (15)

Round 13 :

15sc (15)

Round 14 :

7sc, inc, 7sc (16)

Round 15 :

(7sc, inc)*2 (18)

Round 16 :

(8sc, inc)*2 (20)

Round 17 :

20sc (20)

Info :

Begin to gradually stuff the leg with fiberfill. Stuff tightly only the lower part (foot). At this stage, you need to make sure that the marker is located at the back of the leg in the middle.

Info :

Left hind leg. Plastic joints: 18. 12sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 6sc (20). 19. 12sc, 2sc on the chain, 6sc (20). Cotter pins: 18-19. 20sc (2 rounds).

Info :

Right hind leg. Plastic joints: 18. 6sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 12sc (20). 19. 6sc, 2sc on the chain, 12sc (20). Cotter pins: 18-19. 20sc (2 rounds).

Infos :

Select the diameter of the fastening: fold the leg in half and select a disk / joint that occupies the entire internal space of the leg (the disk / joint D15mm suits me). When using a cotter pin, move 2 rounds down and from the marker 4sc to the left (for the right foreleg) and 4sc to the right (for the left foreleg). Insert a disk with a cotter pin at the marked point/joint in the hole that was done. Continue to gradually stuff the leg with fiberfill. Stuff the upper part of the leg slightly. Further, the right and left forelegs are crocheted in the same way.

Round 20-21 :

20sc (2 rounds)

Round 22 :

(8sc, dec)*2 (18)

Round 23 :

(1sc, dec)*6 (12)

Round 24 :

6dec (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Pull off the hole and hide the ends.

— Body :

Info :

Start crocheting with cream yarn. The marker of the beginning of the round will be placed at the back in the middle. If necessary, crochet extra stitches.

Round 1 :

7sc in a MR (7)

Round 2 :

7inc (14)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc)*7 (21)

Round 4 :

1sc, inc, (2sc, inc)*6, 1sc (28)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*7 (35)

Round 6 :

2sc, inc, (4sc, inc)*6, 2sc (42)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc)*7 (49)

Round 8 :

3sc, inc, (6sc, inc)*6, 3sc (56)

Round 9-10 :

56sc (2 rounds)

Info :

In round 11 crochet the holes for the hind legs with plastic joints and determine the place of attachment of the cotter pins.

Infos :

For plastic joints: 11. 12sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 28sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 12sc (56). 12. 12sc, 2sc on the chain, 28sc, 2sc on the chain, 12sc (56).

Infos :

For cotter pins: 11. 56sc (mark the space between stitches 13 and 14 and the space between stitches 43 and 44 with a thread in a contrasting color for convenience) (56). 12. 56sc (56).

Round 13-16 :

56sc (4 rounds)

Round 17 :

13sc, dec, 26sc, dec, 13sc (54)

Round 18 :

54sc (54)

Info :

Insert the cotter pins / joints of the hind legs into the marked points / crocheted holes of ch2 in the body and secure/snap.

Round 19 :

18sc, dec, 3sc, dec, 4sc, dec, 3sc, dec, 18sc (50)

Round 20 :

50sc (50)

Round 21 :

22sc, dec, 2sc, dec, 22sc (48)

Round 22 :

7sc, dec, (14sc, dec)*2, 7sc (45)

Info :

Change color to black, cut the cream yarn. In round 23 crochet the holes for the forelegs with plastic joints and determine the place of fastening of the cotter pins.

Infos :

For plastic joints: 23. 10sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 21sc, ch2, skip 2sc, 10sc (45). 24. 10sc, 2sc on the chain, 1sc, dec, 13sc, dec, 3sc, 2sc on the chain, 8sc, dec (42).

Infos :

For cotter pins: 23. 45sc (45) (mark the space between stitches 11 and 12 and the space between stitches 34 and 35 with a thread in a contrasting color). 24. (13sc, dec)*3 (42).

Round 25-26 :

42sc (2 rounds)

Round 27 :

6sc, dec, (12sc, dec)*2, 6sc (39)

Round 28 :

(11sc, dec)*2 (36)

Info :

Insert the cotter pins / joints of the forelegs into the marked points / crocheted holes of ch2 in the body and secure/snap.

Info :

Stuff the body gradually with fiberfill.

Round 29 :

2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)*5, 2sc (30)

Round 30 :

(3sc, dec)*6 (24)

Round 31 :

(2sc, dec)*6 (18)

Round 32 :

(7sc, dec)*2 (16)

Info :

Cut the yarn, fasten off and hide the ends inside. If desired, you can make a wire frame. Take a D1mm wire and fold it in half, as shown in the photo. Wrap the junction of the two ends with insulating tape and insert the frame with one half into the body, and the other half to the head. Sew the head to the body.

— Tail :

Info :

Crochet with cream yarn.

Round 1 :

6sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

12sc (12)

Round 4 :

(1sc, dec)*4 (8)

Infos :

Cut the yarn, fasten off, leaving the end for sewing pieces. Attach the tail to the back with sewing pins (see photo) and sew. In the process slightly stuff the tail with fiberfill.

— Sweater :

Info :

Start crocheting with mint green yarn in rows. Try on the sweater in the process. If it is large or small, change the hook to a size smaller or larger, respectively. Ch37, from the second chain on the hook:

Row 1 :

36sc (36), t-ch, turn

Row 2 :

4sc, inc, (8sc, inc)*3, 4sc (40), t-ch, turn

Info :

Change color to dark green

Row 3 :

BLO: (6sc, 3sc inc)*2, 6sc, inc, 5sc, (3sc inc, 6sc)*2 (49) t-ch, turn

Row 4 :

3sc, inc, 41sc, inc, 3sc (51), t-ch, turn

Info :

Change color to mint green

Row 5 :

BLO: (8sc, 3sc inc)*2, 15sc, (3sc inc, 8sc)*2 (59), t-ch, turn

Row 6 :

3sc, inc, 51sc, inc, 3sc (61)

Info :

Change color to dark green

Row 7 :

BLO: (10sc, 3sc inc)*2, 17sc, (3sc inc, 10sc)*2 (69), t-ch, turn

Row 8 :

11sc, ch6, skip 14sc, 9sc, inc, 9sc, ch6, skip 14sc, 11sc (54), t-ch, turn

Info :

Change color to mint green

Row 9 :

BLO: 11sc, (3sc, inc, 2sc) on the chain, 20sc, (2sc, inc, 3sc) on the chain, 11sc (56), t-ch, turn

Row 10 :

56sc (56)

Infos :

Do not cut the yarn. Make an edging on the side of the sweater and crochet buttons loops. Work with mint green yarn: 1sc, ch4 (button loop), 1sc, dark green yarn - 2sc, etc. repeat to the neckline (see photo). Cut the yarn and hide the ends. Sew buttons on the opposite side of the sweater.

Infos :

The right side of the sweater is where we have unused front loops of the odd rows. Crochet the sleeves (you can adjust the length of the sleeve by crocheting more or less rounds). Attach the dark green yarn to the first unused front loop of row 7 (hold the sweater with the front side towards you) and work: 1. 14sc, 6sc on the chain of row 8 (20). Change color to mint green. 2. BLO: 20sc (20). 3. 20sc (20). Change color to dark green. 4. BLO: 20sc (20). 5. 20sc (20). Change color to mint green. 6. BLO: 20sc (20). 7. 20sc (20).

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the eye spots to the head with sewing pins, sew them securely and mark the eye position with pins for eye installation.
  • Thread the D6-7mm eyes through their loops, insert the eye threads through the marked points and exit through the back of the head; pull lightly, knot and hide ends inside the head.
  • Embroider eyebrows, mouth (2 strands of floss) and the nose (full thread, 4-5 stitches). Tint the cheeks with blush or peach pastel.
  • Attach ears in an arc (not a straight line) with sewing pins and sew. Attach the tail to the back and sew, stuffing slightly during attachment.
  • Insert plastic joints or cotter pins into legs and body holes at the marked ch2 points; snap/secure the joints and assemble forelegs and hind legs into the body.
  • If using a wire frame: fold D1mm wire in half, wrap junction with insulating tape and insert one half into body and the other into the head before sewing the head to the body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of round beginnings, especially when aligning front/back and placing joints or holes.
  • 💡Stuff parts gradually and adjust shaping before closing the last rounds to maintain smooth curves and consistent form.
  • 💡Mark the spaces for cotter pins with contrasting thread so you can find and align them precisely when inserting disks and pins.
  • 💡When changing colors for the sweater follow BLO instructions for the front-loop striping and keep the right side consistent.

This sweet panda amigurumi makes a lovely handmade gift or nursery decoration that will be treasured for years. The plush velvet yarn and striped sweater add irresistible charm and personality to every stitch. Give it as a special present or keep it on your shelf to bring a smile every day. 🧶🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The size of the finished toy when using the indicated materials is about 16 cm.

What hook and yarn should I use for the correct size?

Use fine/4ply velvet yarn (Katia Velvet Fine) for body and a 2mm crochet hook to achieve the sample size; changing yarn weight or hook will change the final size.

Can I make the legs poseable?

Yes, the pattern provides instructions for plastic joints or cotter pins; choose plastic joints (25mm for hind, 15mm for forelegs) or cotter pins according to availability and follow the assembly notes.

Is prior crochet experience required?

This pattern is rated intermediate: basic amigurumi experience (magic ring, increases, decreases and sewing parts) is recommended for best results.