I’m here with you today with a beginner-friendly crochet pattern for Pompi the Panda – a cuddly amigurumi panda in a little purple outfit, complete with a blanket! This pattern uses simple stitches and clear shaping, and I’ll guide you through every step with extra explanations. Whether you’re new to amigurumi or just want a relaxing project, Pompi is a joy to make. Let’s grab our hook and yarn, and get started!
Amigurumi Pompi the Panda – Free Crochet Pattern
(Detailed beginner-friendly version, US crochet terms)
Materials
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Crochet hook – 2.00 mm (or size matching your yarn)
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Tapestry needle (for sewing parts)
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Scissors
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Pins (for positioning parts)
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Polyester fiberfill (stuffing)
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7 mm black safety snout (or you can embroider a nose)
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Craft wire or pipe cleaner (for arms – optional but helps posing)
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Thin black yarn (for eyebrows and mouth)
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Thin white yarn (for eye highlights)
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Pink felt + liquid silicone glue or craft glue (for cheeks – optional)
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Yarns used in example (feel free to substitute any colors):
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Black Balloon Amigo (100)
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White Balloon Amigo (2)
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Depéche Balloon Amigo (476) – purple
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Blue Paw Choca Rosaries 4 (4) – plush yarn for blanket
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Plush yarn for blanket
Gauge not critical – just keep your tension consistent.
Abbreviations (US terms)
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
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| MR | magic ring |
| ch | chain |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| sc | single crochet |
| dec | decrease (sc 2 together) |
| inc | increase (2 sc in same stitch) |
| incT | increase three (3 sc in same stitch) |
| FLO | front loop only |
| BLO | back loop only |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| (…) x n | repeat n times |
LEGS and BODY (worked in one piece)
Legs (make 2) – start with BLACK yarn
Round 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. [6]
Round 2: 6 inc (2 sc in each stitch). [12]
Round 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6. [18]
Round 4: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 5, then 1 sc. [24]
Round 5: In BLO (back loop only): 24 sc. [24]
Round 6: 8 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc. [28]
Round 7: 8 sc, 6 dec, 8 sc. [22]
Round 8: 9 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc. [24]
Round 9: 24 sc. [24]
On the first leg only: make 1 sl st, fasten off (cut yarn, pull through).
Optional tip: To make the feet sit flat, cut two pieces of hard plastic (or cardboard) in the shape of the sole and insert into each foot before continuing.
Now prepare to join legs:
On the second leg, do NOT fasten off. Continue:
Work 4 more sc (or enough stitches to reach the middle of the inner side of the leg). Then chain 3.
With legs facing away from you (so color change will be at the back), join to the first leg with 1 sc into any stitch of the first leg.
This sc counts as the first stitch of Round 10.
Round 10:
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Work 24 sc around the first leg,
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then 3 sc in the chain-3 space,
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then 24 sc around the second leg,
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then 3 sc in the other side of the chain-3 space.
Total = [54]
Change to WHITE yarn (see note below).
Note on color change: The designer recommends a special “invisible” color change (video reference). If you do a normal change, white will appear in row 11. Either is fine.
Rounds 11–12: 54 sc (each round). [54] (2 rounds)
Start stuffing the body lightly, and add more stuffing as you go.
Round 13: 4 sc, 1 inc, (8 sc, 1 inc) x 5, then 4 sc. [60]
Rounds 14–16: 60 sc (each round). [60] (3 rounds)
Change to PURPLE yarn (normal color change).
Round 17: 60 sc. [60]
Round 18: In BLO: 60 sc. [60]
Round 19: 4 sc, 1 dec, (8 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 4 sc. [54]
Round 20: (7 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [48]
Round 21: 48 sc. [48]
Round 22: 3 sc, 1 dec, (6 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 3 sc. [42]
Round 23: (5 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [36]
Round 24: 36 sc. [36]
Round 25: 2 sc, 1 dec, (4 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 2 sc. [30]
Round 26: 30 sc. [30]
Change to WHITE yarn (for the head).
Round 27-a (special row): In BLO: 30 sl st. This row does NOT count in stitch count; it’s a transition.
Round 27-b: In FLO: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 9, then 1 sc. [40]
Round 28: 2 sc, 1 inc, (4 sc, 1 inc) x 7, then 2 sc. [48]
Round 29: (7 sc, 1 inc) x 6. [54]
Round 30: 4 sc, 1 inc, (8 sc, 1 inc) x 5, then 4 sc. [60]
Rounds 31–37: 60 sc (each round). [60] (7 rounds)
Finishing the Blouse (purple part)
Turn the doll upside down. Look at the front loops left over from Round 17 (the round where you changed to purple).
Attach a new PURPLE yarn at the back of the piece, and work 60 sc into those front loops.
Finish with an invisible join, weave in the end.
Black Spots for Eyes (make 2) – with BLACK yarn
Worked in oval crochet (flat, not in a ring).
Row 1: Chain 5. Starting in the 2nd chain from hook:
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3 sc,
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1 inc in the last chain (on the end),
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then working on the opposite side of the chain: 2 sc, 1 inc. [10]
Row 2: 1 inc, 2 sc, 3 hdc, 3 sc, 1 inc. [12]
Finish with 1 sl st, cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.
Placement:
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Attach the black safety snout between Rounds 33 and 34, centered.
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Pin the two black spots between Rounds 33 and 37, with 4 stitches between them (slightly tilted – see original photos).
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You can embroider the mouth now or later with eyebrows and eye whites.
Continue HEAD (decreasing rounds)
Round 38: 4 sc, 1 dec, (8 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 4 sc. [54]
Round 39: (7 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [48]
Round 40: 3 sc, 1 dec, (6 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 3 sc. [42]
Round 41: (5 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [36]
Round 42: 2 sc, 1 dec, (4 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 2 sc. [30]
Remember to keep stuffing firmly but not over-tight.
Round 43: (3 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [24]
Round 44: 1 sc, 1 dec, (2 sc, 1 dec) x 5, then 1 sc. [18]
Round 45: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6. [12]
Round 46: 6 dec. [6]
Close with an inverted magic ring (or weave tail through last 6 stitches and pull tight). Hide yarn end.
EARS (make 2) – with BLACK yarn
Round 1: MR, 6 sc. [6]
Round 2: 6 inc. [12]
Rounds 3–4: 12 sc (each round). [12] (2 rounds)
Finish with 1 sl st, cut long tail. Flatten ear with fingers.
Sew ears on top of head between Rounds 38 and 41, about 6 rows apart from the center (magic ring start).
ARMS (make 2) – no stuffing
Start with BLACK yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc. [6]
Round 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 3. [9]
Round 3: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 2, then 1 sc. [12]
Rounds 4–8: 12 sc (each round). [12] (5 rounds)
Change to PURPLE yarn.
Round 9: In BLO: 12 sc. [12]
Round 10: In BLO: 12 sc. [12]
Rounds 11–13: 12 sc (each round). [12] (3 rounds)
Insert a pipe cleaner or craft wire into the arm (optional). Flatten the arm and join the two sides by working 6 sc through both layers.
Leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew arms to body between Rounds 20 and 24, positioned so Pompi can hold the blanket later.
TAIL – with BLACK yarn
Round 1: MR, 6 sc. [6]
Round 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 3. [9]
Round 3: 9 sc. [9]
Finish with 1 sl st, cut long tail.
Sew tail between Rounds 14 and 16 of body (on the back).
BLANKET – with BLUE plush yarn (worked flat)
Row 1: Chain 20. Starting in the 3rd chain from hook, make 18 hdc. Chain 2, turn. [18]
Rows 2–11: In BLO: 18 hdc, chain 2, turn. (10 rows)
Row 12: 18 hdc.
Fasten off.
Use a few extra stitches to attach the blanket to Pompi’s little hands.
Assembly & Finishing
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Sew black spots (eye patches) between Rounds 33–37, 4 stitches apart.
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Sew ears to head.
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Sew arms to body.
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Sew tail to body.
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Embroider eyes, mouth, eyebrows using thin black and white yarn.
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Add pink felt cheeks with glue (optional).
Beginner Tips for This Pattern
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Use stitch markers everywhere – Especially when working the legs, body, and head. Mark the first stitch of each round so you don’t lose count.
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Stuff as you go – Don’t wait until the end to stuff the body and head. Add fiberfill gradually, especially before closing narrow parts like the neck.
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Practice BLO and FLO – Rounds 5, 18, 27-a, and 27-b use back or front loops only. This creates neat edges for the paws and the purple top. Take it slow.
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Pin before sewing – Use pins to hold the black spots, ears, arms, and snout in place before sewing. Adjust until you’re happy with the look.
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Don’t over-tighten decreases – When working dec, pull the yarn gently. Too tight will leave holes or make the panda’s shape lumpy.
Thank you so much for crocheting Pompi the Panda with me! I hope this detailed walk‑through made the process smooth and enjoyable. If you loved making this panda, please check out my other free amigurumi patterns – there are more cute animals, dolls, and fun projects waiting for you. Happy crocheting, and I’ll see you in the next pattern! 🐼💜
