dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
sl st: Slip stitch
Pattern Instructions:
Head and Body (Worked as One Piece):
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
Round 3: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18)
Round 4: [2 sc, inc] repeat around. (24)
Rounds 5-8: Sc in each stitch around. (24)
Round 9: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (18)
Round 10: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12)
Stuff the head firmly.
Round 11: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (18)
Rounds 12-15: Sc in each stitch around. (18)
Round 16: [1 sc, dec] repeat around. (12)
Stuff the body and close with a sl st. Fasten off.
Arms (Make 2):
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6)
Round 2: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (9)
Rounds 3-5: Sc in each stitch around. (9)
Stuff lightly and close with a sl st. Leave a tail for sewing.
Legs (Make 2):
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6)
Round 2: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (9)
Rounds 3-4: Sc in each stitch around. (9)
Stuff lightly and close with a sl st. Leave a tail for sewing.
Ears (Make 2):
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into the ring. (6)
Round 2: [1 sc, inc] repeat around. (9)
Close with a sl st and leave a tail for sewing.
Face Details:
Attach safety eyes to the head.
Use black yarn to embroider the nose and mouth.
Assembly:
Sew the arms and legs to the body.
Attach the ears to the head.
Embroider or attach patches around the eyes for a classic panda look.
Final Thoughts
Your Cute Crochet Panda is now complete! This lovable project makes for a charming gift or a sweet addition to your amigurumi collection. Enjoy crafting!