If you love fun and nostalgic crochet projects, this Pink Panther Amigurumi is the perfect one for you. Inspired by the classic cartoon character, this little figure is full of personality and makes a delightful gift or decoration. The pattern is worked in separate parts – head, body, arms, legs, feet, ears, and belly – which are then sewn together to bring your Pink Panther to life.
This project is ideal for intermediate crocheters who enjoy amigurumi, but beginners who are comfortable with basic stitches and increasing/decreasing can also try it. With just a small amount of yarn, you can create this adorable character that will charm everyone!
Materials
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Pink yarn (for body, head, arms, legs, feet, ears)
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White yarn (for belly and muzzle)
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Black yarn (for details like eyebrows and nose outline)
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Red yarn (for the nose)
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Crochet hook (size recommended for your yarn, approx. 2.5–3.5 mm)
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Safety eyes or black yarn to embroider the eyes
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Tapestry needle for sewing parts together
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Scissors
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Stuffing (polyfill)

Stitches Used (Written Out)
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Chain stitch
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Slip stitch
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Single crochet
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Increase (two single crochets worked in the same stitch)
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Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
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Half double crochet
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Treble crochet
Pattern Instructions
Head (Start with white yarn, then change to pink yarn)
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Begin with a magic ring. Work 6 single crochet into the ring.
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Work 2 single crochet into each stitch around. (12 stitches total)
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Work 1 single crochet in the first stitch, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 2 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 3 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (30 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet in each of the next 4 stitches, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (36 stitches)
7–12. Work 1 single crochet into each stitch around. (36 stitches each round) -
Work 5 single crochet, then decrease over the next 2 stitches. Repeat around. (30 stitches)
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Work 3 single crochet, then decrease over the next 2 stitches. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet, then decrease over the next 2 stitches. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet into each stitch around. (18 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (27 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet into each stitch around. (27 stitches)
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Work 11 single crochet, then 2 increases (4 single crochet into 2 stitches), 11 single crochet, 2 increases again. (31 stitches)
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Work 13 single crochet, increase, 3 single crochet, increase, 13 single crochet. (33 stitches)
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Work 14 single crochet, then make 3 increases in a row, 10 single crochet, 3 increases again. (36 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet, decrease twice, 6 single crochet and repeat this sequence 3 times. (36 stitches)
23–27. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (36 stitches per round) -
Work 2 single crochet, decrease twice, then 2 single crochet. Repeat 3 times. (27 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet, then decrease 3 times, then 2 single crochet. Repeat 3 times. (18 stitches)
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Decrease in every stitch around. (9 stitches)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms (Pink yarn, make 2)
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Magic ring with 6 single crochet.
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Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
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Work 1 popcorn stitch for the thumb, then 8 single crochet around. (9 stitches)
4–20. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (9 stitches each round)
Fasten off.
Ears (Pink yarn, make 2)
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Chain 3.
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Work 1 single crochet, then 2 single crochet in each stitch for the next 7 stitches. (7 stitches total)
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Work 2 single crochet, 1 increase, 2 single crochet, and slip stitch to close.
Fasten off.
Body (Pink yarn)
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Magic ring with 6 single crochet.
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Work 2 single crochet in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet, increase twice, 10 single crochet, increase twice more. (18 stitches)
4–5. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (18 stitches) -
Work 7 single crochet, increase, 8 single crochet, increase, 7 single crochet. (20 stitches)
7–13. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (20 stitches per round) -
Decrease twice, then work 20 single crochet. (18 stitches)
15–16. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (18 stitches) -
Work 2 single crochet, decrease repeated twice, then 20 single crochet. (14 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. (14 stitches)
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Decrease in every stitch around. (7 stitches)
Fasten off.
Feet (Pink yarn, make 2)
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Chain 4.
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Work single crochet across. (8 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet in each stitch. (12 stitches)
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Work 1 single crochet, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
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Work 3 single crochet, then 2 single crochet in the next stitch. Repeat around. (30 stitches)
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Work 5 single crochet, decrease. Repeat 6 times. (24 stitches)
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Work 3 single crochet, decrease. Repeat 6 times. (18 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet, decrease. Repeat 6 times. (12 stitches)
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Work 2 single crochet, then 3 half double crochet in the same stitch, then 7 single crochet. (12 stitches)
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Decrease in every stitch. (6 stitches)
Fasten off.
Belly (White yarn)
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Chain 4, turn.
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Work 3 single crochet.
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Work 2 increases, then 1 single crochet. (5 stitches)
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Work 2 increases, then 3 single crochet. (7 stitches)
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Work 2 increases, then 5 single crochet. (9 stitches)
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Work 2 increases, then 7 single crochet. (11 stitches)
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Work 2 increases, then 9 single crochet. (13 stitches)
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Work 2 increases, then 11 single crochet. (15 stitches)
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Work 15 single crochet.
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Work 13 single crochet, then 2 increases. (15 stitches)
11–12. Work 15 single crochet. -
Work 2 decreases, then 11 single crochet. (13 stitches)
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Work 13 single crochet.
Fasten off.
Legs (Pink yarn, make 2)
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Chain 8 and join to form a ring.
2–21. Work 1 single crochet into each stitch around. (8 stitches per round)
Fasten off.
Assembly
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Stuff the head and body firmly and sew them together.
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Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
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Attach the legs and sew the feet at the bottom.
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Sew the ears on top of the head.
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Sew the white belly patch onto the front of the body.
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Attach safety eyes or embroider the eyes with black yarn.
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Embroider the nose in red and outline with black yarn. Add mouth and eyebrows with black yarn.
Your Pink Panther Amigurumi is finished! 🎀 This playful crochet project is a perfect combination of fun and creativity. With its iconic pink body, long limbs, and expressive face, it will bring smiles to both children and adults. Try customizing the size by changing the hook or yarn thickness, or experiment with colors for a unique twist.