Stitch up your new BFF with the adorable Ying the Panda Amigurumi pattern. Giant pandas are an endangered species native to China, but are beloved throughout the world due to their characteristic fluffy black and white fur, their penchant for bamboo, and their gentle and shy temperament.

This intermediate-level crochet pattern is the perfect way to express your love of panda bears through your crochet hobby. Ying the Panda was named for the Mandarin Chinese word for Shadow, and is a fun project for crocheters with some amigurumi experience.

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