Lulu is only a panda cub but already there's one thing she likes to do the most, can you guess what it is?.. Little ones will love how soft and squishy her body is, with cub-like stubby arms and legs that look so cute when someone is hugging her.

This pattern is written in US crochet terms, with plenty of step by step photos to help along the way. The head and body are worked separately, with arms and legs joined onto the body with crochet rather than sewing. Please note this pattern has an unusual construction method, so may be tricky for beginners! 

When made in a combination of Chunky and DK yarn, with 4.5mm and 3.5mm hooks the finished Panda is a nice cuddly toy size, about 30cm/12inches tall, with a super squishy and cuddly body that's perfect for hugs (yep, that's her favourite!).

NOTE: It's very important to use two weights of yarn for this project, or your results will not match the sample.

Tip on how to add detail to feet here: http://www.irenestrange.co.uk/2018/05/lulu-the-panda-technique-tips/