This panda amigurumi is dressed in a detailed traditional kimono, blending charm with cultural elegance. Perfect for collectors or as a unique gift, the panda amigurumi brings an extra layer of personality and craftsmanship to your handmade collection.
Why Choose a Panda Amigurumi
Whether you’re decorating a nursery or gifting a piece of cuteness, this panda amigurumi is an adorable representation of serenity and tradition that stands out in any room.
SPanda Amigurumi in Kimono – Crochet Pattern (Part 1: Head and Body)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Techniques Used: Magic ring, single crochet (sc), increase (inc), invisible decrease (dec), color change, sewing parts together.
Materials Needed
- DK weight cotton yarn in:
- White (main body)
- Black (ears, limbs, eye patches)
- Beige or light pink (inner kimono)
- Patterned or textured yarns for the outer kimono (optional)
- Yellow/gold for obi
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Stitch marker
- Safety eyes (8 mm)
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Pins for assembly
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec – decrease (invisible decrease recommended)
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sl st – slip stitch
- ch – chain
- FO – fasten off
HEAD (White)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
Rnd 8–15: sc around (42)
Rnd 16: (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
Rnd 17: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Place safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, about 7 sts apart. Pin black felt or crochet eye patches behind eyes before securing.
Rnd 18: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Rnd 19: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff the head firmly.
Rnd 20: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Rnd 21: dec around (6)
FO and close the hole.
BODY (White)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rnd 6–12: sc around (30)
Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Rnd 15: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 16: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Rnd 17: dec around (6)
FO and leave a long tail to sew to the head.
Part 2: Ears, Arms, and Legs
EARS (Make 2 – Black)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
Rnd 3: sc around (9)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
Rnd 5–6: sc around (12)
Do not stuff. Flatten and sew both sides together.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Pin ears symmetrically on top sides of the head and sew in place.
ARMS (Make 2 – Black)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (3 sc, dec) x2 (10)
Rnd 4–8: sc around (10)
Switch to white (for sleeve edge):
Rnd 9–11: sc around (10)
Stuff lightly. Flatten the top and sew the open edge closed.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew arms to the sides of the body just below the head.
LEGS (Make 2 – Black)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
Rnd 4–6: sc around (15)
Rnd 7: (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
Rnd 8: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly.
FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Attach legs to the base of the body in a seated position, slightly angled for balance.
Part 3: Kimono Outfit
We will crochet two layers:
- Inner Kimono (underlayer) – Beige or light pink
- Outer Kimono (main robe) – Patterned or colorful yarn
- Obi Belt – Yellow or gold
INNER KIMONO BODY (Beige or light pink)
We’ll make a short sleeveless robe that wraps slightly in the front.
Ch 26
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (25)
Row 2–6: ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
FO, leaving a tail.
Wrap this around the panda’s body and stitch the ends together at the front. The overlap should form a subtle “V” shape like a kimono collar.
INNER KIMONO SLEEVES (Make 2)
Ch 9
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (8)
Row 2–5: ch 1, turn, sc across (8)
FO, leaving a tail.
Sew each piece into a cylinder, then attach to the panda’s arms at the white sleeve edge.
OUTER KIMONO (Patterned yarn)
This kimono has wider sleeves and hangs open. You’ll make a rectangle with sleeves worked in.
Ch 28
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (27)
Row 2–10: ch 1, turn, sc across (27)
Row 11: ch 14, sc in 15th st of previous row (creates left sleeve opening)
Continue sc to end (13 sts)
Row 12: ch 1, turn, sc across (27)
Row 13: ch 14, sc in 15th st of previous row (creates right sleeve opening)
Continue sc to end (13 sts)
Row 14–17: ch 1, turn, sc across (27)
FO and leave a long tail.
Wrap this around the body and arms. Fold over the front edges to form the kimono shape. Stitch or pin in place loosely so it drapes naturally.
OBI BELT (Yellow or gold)
Ch 35
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (34)
FO and wrap around the waist, overlapping at the back or tying a small knot or bow. Secure lightly.