Otto the Panda Free Crochet Pattern
- Elisa
- 6 minutes ago
- 5 min read
I’m so excited to introduce you to Otto the Panda, the newest addition to my super cute amigurumi collection featuring cozy animals wearing their favorite colorful scarves. Otto joins a lovely crew you may already know - Zelda the Zebra, Coco the Rabbit, Rudy the Fox, Theo the Reindeer, and Kyle the Crocodile - each one with their own personality and charm.
Otto is designed to be sweet, chubby, and wonderfully beginner-friendly, making him a relaxing and enjoyable project whether you’re new to amigurumi or simply looking for something fun and quick to create. His soft shape and cuddly look make him a perfect companion for little kids, and he also works beautifully as a mobile attachment.
As always, on my blog you’ll find the free written instructions to make Otto from start to finish. If you’d like extra guidance, the premium PDF version of the pattern includes step-by-step illustrations, helpful tips, clear schematics, and detailed instructions on how to create Otto’s scarf using the Tunisian crochet technique - perfect if you want to explore something a little different while adding a beautiful texture to your project. It’s a wonderful option if you enjoy more detailed support - and it’s also a meaningful way to support my work as a designer, which I’m always incredibly grateful for.
I can’t wait to see your own versions of Otto and watch him join the rest of the scarf-wearing crew. Happy crocheting - and welcome to the collection, Otto!
11 pages with 40+ step-by-step pictures, schematics, extra instructions, and stitch tips designed to guide you through every stage of the project with ease!
Here is what you need!
YARN
HOBBII® Friends Cotton 8/4
#01 White 1 ball (A)
#124 Black 1 ball (B)
#114 Sage 1 ball (C)
Embroidery thread in black
MATERIALS
2.75 mm crochet hook
5 mm crochet hook
6mm plastic safety eyes
poly filling
yarn needle
DIMENSIONS
5” (13 cm) long
ABBREVIATIONS
magic ring (mr)
chain (ch)
stitch (st)
slip stitch (sl st)
single crochet (sc)
repeat (rep)
SKILL LEVEL
easy
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HEAD & BODY
With A and 2.75 mm hook make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 16 sc.
Rnd 3: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 24 sc.
Rnd 4: (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 32 sc.
Rnd 5: (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 40 sc.
Rnd 6: (sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 48 sc.
Rnd 7: Sc in each st around – 48 sc.
Rnd 8: Sc in next 18 sts; with B, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc in next 7 sts; with B, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc in next 17 sts – 48 sts.
Rnd 9: Sc in next 17 sts; with B, sc in next 4 sts; with A, sc in next 7 sts; with B, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc in next 16 sts – 48 sts.
Rnd 10: Sc in next 17 sts; with B, sc in next 4 sts; with A, sc in next 7 sts; with B, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc in next 16 sts – 48 sts.
Rnd 11: With A only, sc in each st around – 48 sts.
Rnd 12: (sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 56 sc.
Rnds 13 - 15: Sc even around – 56 sc.
Insert plastic safety Eyes between Rnds 9 and 10, about 8 sts apart.
Rnds 16 - 18: With B, sc even around – 56 sc.
Rnd 19: (sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 64 sc.
Rnds 20 - 21: Sc even around – 64 sc.
Rnds 22 - 31: With A, sc even around – 64 sc.
Rnd 32: (sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 56 sc.
Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete.
Rnd 33: (sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 48 sc.
Rnd 34: (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 40 sc.
Rnd 35: (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 32 sc.
Rnd 36: (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 24 sc.
Rnd 37: (sc in next st, sc2tog) rep around – 16 sc.
Rnd 38: Sc2tog around – 8 sc.
Fasten of.
EARS (make two)
With B and 2.75 mm hook make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 sc in the ring – 6 sts.
After completing the round, pull the loose yarn tail to close the center hole tightly. Do not join first and last st. Sew the Ears onto the Head.
LEGS (make 2)
With B and 2.75 mm hook make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc.
Rnd 2: (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice – 10 sc.
Rnds 3 - 6: Sc in each st around – 10 sc.
Rnd 7: With A, sc in each st around – 10 sc.
Rnd 8: Sc in each st around – 10 sc.
Stuff the Leg. Sew the Legs to the bottom of the Body.
Arms (make 2)
With B and 2.75 mm hook make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: Work 10 sc in the ring – 10 sc.
Rnds 2 - 3: Sc in each st around – 10 sc.
Rnd 4: (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 8 sc.
Rnd 5: Sc in each st around – 8 sc.
Rnd 6: (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 6 sc.
Rnds 7 - 9: Sc in each st around – 6 sc.
Fasten off and sew Arms to the side of the Body.
Scarf
With C and 5 mm hook.
Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd chain from the hook, sc in next 4 sts – 5 sc; turn.
Rnds 2 - 75: Sc in each st along – 5 sc.
Sew the first and last row together to form a loop.
I can't wait to see your version of my OTTO THE PANDA. Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook!
Elisa
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