Designer: Anastasiia Traino
Instagram: @barberry_store
Looking for a new amigurumi to crochet? I’ve got you…
Start your next creative journey with this Adorable Bear & Panda Duo: Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern Ideas, a versatile project that brings two iconic forest friends to life with minimal effort. Inspired by the timeless bond of friendship, Anastasiia Traino designed this pair to be the ultimate comforting companions, perfect for nursery decor or as pocket-sized travel buddies. These charming Holiday Patterns are a fantastic addition to your seasonal library, offering heartfelt Christmas Gift Ideas that appeal to both kids and collectors. If you are searching for high-impact Last Minute Crochet Gifts, these bears are incredibly efficient to make and produce a professional, high-quality look every time. At the end of this guide, we have curated a gallery of even more amigurumi panda & bear ideas to keep your creative energy flowing. A big thank you to Anastasiia Traino for sharing this double-the-fun design! If you have been looking for an effortless way to learn how to crochet amigurumi characters that are twice as cute, this duo is the perfect project to pick up today.
This step by step tutorial is remarkably beginner friendly, making it the ideal beginner amigurumi bear pattern for those who enjoy seeing immediate results. The design is specifically crafted as a Low Sew project, which is a huge relief for crafters who prefer spending more time with their hook and less time with a sewing needle. The beauty of this pattern lies in its adaptability; you can create a tiny, 11 cm (4.3″) bear using lightweight cotton or scale it up to a 20 cm (7.8″) plush version using thick chenille. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned artist, the clear construction ensures that you can focus on the fun of the stitches rather than complex technicalities. This duo is a wonderful way to practice your tension while creating a boutique-level gift that looks sophisticated and artisanal.
To begin this adventure, you will need YarnArt Jeans yarn and a 1.7-2.0 mm crochet hook for the little bear, or YarnArt Dolce yarn paired with a 4.0 mm crochet hook for the larger version. The process also requires safety eyes, black embroidering floss for the facial details, a sewing needle, scissors, and fiberfill to achieve that perfect squishy texture. While the small version uses Cotton Yarn for a crisp and detailed finish, switching to a velvet or plush yarn transforms the model into a chunky, oversized friend; just keep in mind that a thicker fiber choice will significantly increase the final dimensions! Mastering how to crochet amigurumi panda and bear features is a rewarding experience that builds your confidence with every round. Simply gather your tools and follow along to create your own set of handmade treasures. Happy crocheting!
Materials:
• For little bear: YarnArt Jeans yarn, 1.7-2.0 mm crochet hook
• For plush bear: YarnArt Dolce yarn, 4.0 mm crochet hook
• Safety eyes
• Black embroidering floss
• Sewing needle
• Scissors
• Fiberfill
Abbreviations:
R = row
mc = magic circle (magic ring)
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
DC = double crochet
inc = 2 sc in the next stitch
dec = single crochet 2 stitches together
F.o. = fasten off
(12) = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row
( )* 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated
HOW TO CROCHET BEAR AND PANDA: FREE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
Head
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc)*6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc)*6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc)*6 (24)
R 5: (3 sc, inc)*6 (30)
R 6: (4 sc, inc)*6 (36)
R 7: (8 sc, inc)*4 (40)
R 8-13: 40 sc (6 rows)
Insert safety eyes between R 11 and R 12 at the distance of 4-5 st from each other.
R 14: (8 sc, dec)*4 (36)
R 15: (4 sc, dec)*6 (30)
R 16: (3 sc, dec)*6 (24)
R 17: (2 sc, dec)*6 (18)
R 18: (1 sc, dec)*6 (12)
F.o.
Ears (make 2)
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (1 sc, inc)*3 (9)
R 3-4: 9 sc (2 rows)
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Muzzle
With white yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: 2 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc (8)
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Embroider nose, sew the muzzle to the head.
Eye spots (make 2)
With black yarn:
R 1: in mc 3 sc, 1 DC, 3 sc
F.o.
Arms (make 2)
R 1: 7 sc in mc (7)
R 2-8: 7 sc (7 rows)
Fold top of arm flat and 3 sc through both sides across.
F.o.
Tail
R 1: 8 sc in mc (8)
R 2-3: 8 sc (2 rows)
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs and body
Legs (make 2)
For bear: with brown yarn
For panda: with black yarn
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (1 sc, inc)*3 (9)
R 3-6: 9 sc (4 rows)
F.o.
Don’t cut the yarn when you will finish the second leg!
From second leg: 2 ch, join with the first leg.
Continue crocheting the body in the round:
R 7: 9 sc on the first leg, 2 sc in 2 ch, 9 sc on the second leg, 2 sc in 2 ch (opposite side) (22)
R 8-9: 22 sc (2 rows)
You can change the yarn to the sweater’s color in the next row:
R 10-16: 22 sc (7 rows)
In the next row we will join arms:
R 17: 5 sc, 3 sc together with sc of the 1st arm, 8 sc, 3 sc together with sc of the 2nd arm, 3 sc (22)
R 18: (2 sc, dec)*5, 2 sc (17)
R 19: (1 sc, dec)*5, 2 sc (12)
F.o.
Scarf (for little bear)
With red yarn:Make 42 ch.
From the 3rd ch from hook: 40 DC in every st to the end of row.
F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Sew the scart to the body.
Assembly
Insert safety eyes between R 11 and R 12 at the distance of 4-5 st from each other.
Sew the eye spots to the head between R 11 and R 12.
Sew ears to the head in between R 5 and 8.
Embroider eyebrows between R 7 and R 8.
You could also sew on a spring ring clasp if you like (for little bear).
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