Cuddle up with cuteness using this Amigurumi Panda Baby crochet pattern! With its round belly, tiny paws, and sweet expression, this little panda is the perfect plushie for gifting, playtime, or adding a touch of charm to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for a nursery, a panda-loving friend, or just want a quick and adorable project, this baby bear is sure to bring smiles with every stitch. 🧶🐼💖
Designed for softness and simplicity, this pattern invites you to explore classic black-and-white colorwork, gentle shaping, and fun extras like a diaper, bow, or even a tiny bamboo snack. Customize your panda with pastel tones or playful accessories to match your style. Whether perched on a shelf, tucked into a gift basket, or snuggled up for storytime, this Panda Baby Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade hug, one loop at a time! ✨🌿🎁
🐼 Amigurumi Panda Baby Crochet Pattern
Bring this cuddly panda to life! With its wide button eyes, jagged-edged eye patches, soft muzzle, and adorable paw pads, this amigurumi panda is the perfect gift for animal lovers, nursery décor, or your own cozy collection.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate
(Requires shaping, color changes, appliqué, and detailed assembly.)
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
The panda sits upright with a rounded belly and forward-hugging arms.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or Worsted Weight)
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White – head, body, belly, paw pads
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Black – ears, arms, legs, eye patches, shoulder band
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Ivory / Beige – foot pads and toe pads
Tools & Supplies
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Black safety nose or embroidery thread
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Polyester fiberfill
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
🎯 Gauge
Not critical. Crochet tightly so the panda holds its round shape.
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
st – Stitch
🧠 Head
White
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rnd 8–17: sc 42
Insert safety eyes between rounds 11–12, spacing about 10–11 stitches apart.
Rnd 18: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Rnd 19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 20: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 21: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 22: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 23: dec ×6 (6)
Fasten off and close.
👀 Eye Patches (Make 2)
Black
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Fasten off.
Sew around each safety eye, shaping slightly oval and letting the edges form a soft zigzag outline.
🐽 Muzzle
White
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc 18
Lightly stuff and flatten slightly.
Sew centered low on the face.
Attach safety nose or embroider a small oval nose.
Embroider a short vertical mouth line and tiny smile.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Black
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc 18
Rnd 6: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Flatten (do not stuff) and sew high on each side of head.
🧸 Body
Rounded belly with black shoulder band.
White
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7–10: sc 36
Switch to Black
Rnd 11–13: sc 36
Switch back to White
Rnd 14–18: sc 36
Rnd 19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 20: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 21: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 22: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 23: dec ×6 (6)
Fasten off and close.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Chunky hugging arms.
Black
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rnd 3–14: sc 9
Stuff lightly and flatten top.
Sew to body along the black shoulder band, angled inward so arms meet in front.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Short thick legs for sitting.
Black
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–6: sc 18
Rnd 7: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 8–12: sc 12
Stuff firmly and flatten top.
Sew wide apart at base of body so panda sits upright.
🐾 Paw Pads
Foot Pads (Make 2)
Ivory
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Fasten off.
Sew centered on bottom of each foot.
Toe Pads (Make 6)
Ivory
Rnd 1: MR 4
Rnd 2–3: sc 4
Fasten off.
Sew three small toe pads above each foot pad.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew muzzle to face.
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Attach eye patches around safety eyes.
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Attach ears to top of head.
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Sew head to body.
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Attach legs wide apart for sitting pose.
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Sew arms so they meet at center.
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Attach foot pads and toe pads.
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Embroider nose and mouth.
Weave in all ends securely and gently shape.
🛋️ Display & Styling
This panda sits comfortably on shelves, desks, and nursery furniture. Its rounded belly, big eyes, and folded arms give it a sweet, cuddly personality.
🧼 Care Instructions
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Hand wash gently in cool water
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Press excess water with towel
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Lay flat to dry
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Do not tumble dry
🎁 Perfect For
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Nursery décor
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Baby shower gifts
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Panda lovers
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Handmade toy collections
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Craft fair displays
Your sweet panda baby is now complete! With its round belly, hugging arms, soft paw pads, and gentle smile, this little friend is sure to steal hearts wherever it sits. Happy crocheting 🧶🐼💛
