Mini Amigurumi Crochet Panda Bear Keychain Pattern

Reveal the joys of creativity with our free crochet Panda Bear Keychain, a cute, handmade accessory perfect for adding a touch of charm to your keys!

To crochet the most adorable yet slightly mischievous love with our easy-to-follow pattern! Perfect for all skill levels, this pattern results in a cuddly companion small enough to fit snugly in your pocket or dangle charmingly from your keys or bag.

Crochet Panda Mini Bear Amigurumi Keychain

Featuring a classic black-and-white design, this panda sports an expression that says, “Yes, I know I’m cute!” With this pattern, you can create a delightful and whimsical accessory that also makes the perfect handmade gift. Not only is it a fun and therapeutic project, but it also ensures that you’ll always have an instant conversation starter wherever you go.

Top Tip for Crocheting

For the best results, use stitch markers to keep track of rounds and avoid getting lost in your panda-making adventure!

Materials Needed:

• 1.75 mm crochet hook (vary the hook size for different sizes)
• 100% cotton yarn in black and white
• Safety eyes, 5 mm
• Stuffing material
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Pattern Instructions:

Body and Head:

Rounds 1-4:

• Start with white yarn. Make a magic ring and work 6 single crochets into it for the first round. Use the following pattern for each round:

Round 2:

• Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches)

For Round 3:

• 1 single crochet, 1 increase repeat 6 times (18 stitches)

Round 4:

• 2 single crochets, 1 increase repeat 6 times (24 stitches)

Round 5:

Begin color changes. Start with 8 single crochets in white. On the 8th stitch, switch to black yarn mid-stitch and make a popcorn stitch with black (4 double crochets in the same stitch, pull through the first double crochet loop to complete the popcorn stitch). Switch back to white yarn and do 6 single crochets in white, repeat the switching process and make another popcorn stitch in black. Finish with 8 single crochets in white (24 stitches).

For Round 6:

• 24 single crochets in white.

Round 7 – 10:

• Complete these rounds in black:
• For round 7, work 24 single crochets in black.

In Round 8:

• Feature a pattern of single crochets and popcorn stitches.

Round 9:

• 1 single crochet, 1 decrease repeat 8 times (16 stitches).

For Round 10:

• Perform 8 decreases after stuffing the body, then switch to white yarn in the last stitch.

Rounds 11-14:

• Work these rounds in white. For round 11, do 8 increases. Rounds 12 to 14 involve increasing patterns ending round 14 with 30 stitches, ensuring expansion for the head.

Rounds 15-18:

• Introduce facial details with color changes:

For Round 15:

• Begins with 12 single crochets in white, introduces black yarn for detailing, and ends in white (30 stitches).
• Follow similar patterns for rounds 16 to 18, shaping the face with single crochets and decreases, maintaining 30 stitches.

Rounds 19-23:

• Finalize head and add facial features:

Round 19:

• 30 single crochets in white.
• Place safety eyes between rounds 16 and 17, spaced 5 stitches apart. Embroider the nose between rounds 15 and 16.

For Round 20:

• 1 single crochet, 1 decrease repeat 10 times (20 stitches).
• For rounds 21 to 23, continue shaping the head with decreases and stuffing adjustments, ending with round 23 working 10 decreases.

Finishing:

• Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for closing the opening. Use a tapestry needle to thread through the front loops of the remaining stitches, pull tight to close, and secure with a knot. Sew on a keychain loop if desired.