Chai Chai red panda crochet sample from the original pattern PDF, front view. Photo by Trang Luu / TIMMagicRing.
Original designer's Chai Chai red panda sample, overhead view showing the face and striped tail. Photo by Trang Luu / TIMMagicRing.
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Red Panda Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Crochet Chai Chai, a plush red panda with a striped tail, using this illustrated crochet pattern.

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  • Skill levelIntermediate
  • Finished size16.5 cm / 6.5 in long
  • 21-page digital PDF in English, using US crochet terms
  • Photographic tutorials for the important making and assembly steps
  • Instructions for the head, ears, body, paws, tail and assembly
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Crochet Chai Chai, a plush red panda with a striped tail, using this illustrated crochet pattern.

Please note: this purchase is for a digital crochet pattern PDF, not a finished toy. No physical item will be shipped. Yarn, tools and the finished toy are not included.

What is included

  • A 21-page PDF in English, written using US crochet terms.
  • Photographic tutorials for the important making and assembly steps.
  • Written instructions for the head, ears, body, paws, tail and assembly.
  • Clickable contents and links to the original designer's video tutorials.

Skill level and finished size

  • Skill level: intermediate.
  • Finished length: approximately 16.5 cm (6.5 inches), using the stated yarn and hook. Your tension and choice of yarn may affect the size.

Techniques used

Working in continuous spiral rounds, magic ring, chain, single crochet, increases, invisible decreases, colour changes and colourwork. The pattern uses the yarn under technique, with sewing, face shaping and nose embroidery to finish the project.

Required materials

  • Plush, velvet or chenille yarn, size 5 or 6. The original sample uses Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky: Cream (#1150-07), Teddy Bear (#1150-36) and Chocolate (#1150-35). Allow approximately 120 metres (131 yards) for one red panda.
  • 4.00 mm crochet hook.
  • 12 mm safety eyes.
  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing.
  • Brown or dark brown cotton or semi-cotton yarn for the nose, such as YarnArt Jeans, Catona or Catania.
  • Tapestry needle.
  • Scissors and sewing pins.
  • Stitch marker or contrasting yarn to mark the beginning of the round.

Designer and pattern use

The original Chai Chai pattern and photographs are by Trang Luu (@TrangLuu2310 / TIMMagicRing). This edition is presented by CROCHET STUDIO.

Sold with the designer's permission. The PDF is for your personal use, so please don't share or resell it. You may sell finished items you make from the pattern; please credit @TrangLuu2310 as the designer.

Questions before you begin?

Contact CROCHET STUDIO if you have a question about this pattern.

Photos show the original designer's sample from the pattern PDF. Your finished piece may vary with yarn, hook size and tension.

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Explore four original pages from the 21-page PDF. Select a page to enlarge. 21 pages in total.

US crochet terms · English
Page 02 · Your project at a glance
Page 02 · Your project at a glance
Page 03 · Yarn, colours & tools
Page 03 · Yarn, colours & tools
Page 06 · Techniques in photos
Page 06 · Techniques in photos
Page 21 · The finished project
Page 21 · The finished project

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What you'll need

Gather these and you're ready to go. Supplies aren't included with the pattern.

  • Plush, velvet or chenille yarn, size 5 or 6; approximately 120 m / 131 yd
  • Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky sample colours: Cream #1150-07, Teddy Bear #1150-36, Chocolate #1150-35
  • 4.00 mm crochet hook
  • 12 mm safety eyes
  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • Brown or dark brown cotton or semi-cotton yarn for the embroidered nose
  • Tapestry needle, scissors and sewing pins
  • Stitch marker or contrasting yarn

Intermediate level

Finished size: Approx. 16.5 cm / 6.5 in long, using the stated yarn and hook. Your tension and yarn can change the size.

Continuous spiral roundsMagic ringChainSingle crochetIncreaseInvisible decreaseColourworkYarn underSewing and embroidery

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16 shared reviews

Reviews of the original pattern on Etsy.

  1. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    This is great! As with the other patterns I bought from this shop, the instructions were clear and detailed, and it worked up quickly. I love it!

  2. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    The pattern is fairly easy to follow. The instructions for the front paws are a little sparse, but the video helps you work it out. The result is really adorable.

  3. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    So cute! I love the way the body is crocheted so it lies down. A challenge, but a real pleasure!

  4. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    A very detailed pattern, with additional video explanations. I just could not get the nose right.

  5. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    The instructions were very detailed (with nice pictures) which helped me get a super cute result, I love this pattern!

  6. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    I love this pattern 😍. Easy and well written.

  7. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    Great pattern. Easy to follow directions and pictures for examples.

  8. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    Overall a really cute pattern, I just think it's a little unfortunate that most of the guidance pictures don't show the actual product but another one that uses the same pattern with a single color. I had this weird light brown 'gap' between the back feet and the belly, I kept rereading the pattern but I couldn't figure out where I went wrong. I think with pictures using the actual colors it would've been easier.

  9. Red Panda crochet project shared with an Etsy pattern review

    Beautiful red panda. Clear and easy pattern.

  10. I love it, it is so cute! It is well explained even though it is in English, and I think I will manage. Thank you so much for this tutorial.

  11. I cannot wait to make it!

  12. Lovely pattern. It is easy to crochet.

  13. The pattern is as described and easy to follow!

  14. Great pattern. It worked perfectly. Thank you!

  15. The result is great!

  16. Excellent tutorial, easy to follow, and the videos are very helpful! This is the cutest red panda I have found on Etsy!

Some reviews have been translated into English.

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Will I receive a finished toy?+
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Is it right for my skill level?+
This pattern is rated Intermediate. You'll use: continuous spiral rounds, magic ring, chain, single crochet, increase, invisible decrease, colourwork, yarn under, sewing and embroidery.
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The pattern is written in US crochet terms, in English.
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Yes. Print it at home, or read it on your phone, tablet or computer.
Can I sell what I make?+
Original design and photographs by Trang Luu / TIMMagicRing, sold with the designer's permission. The PDF is for personal use: please don't share or resell it. You may sell your finished items; credit @TrangLuu2310 as the designer.
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