My second oldest nephew has been a fan of pandas since before he could talk. Someone had gotten him a stuffed panda for his second birthday, and it has been panda everything ever since. My sister-in-law even bought extra of the original stuffed panda just in case the original wore out, so that he would never have to be without his beloved panda. My little Bean Bud Panda may never replace the original, but I hope it’s something he can keep in his pocket as a reminder of his larger friend at home.

This is the fourth pattern in this series of pocket-sized amigurumi companions. Each design is pocket-sized, filled with dry beans for a satisfying squeeze, made with 100% cotton yarn for clear stitch definition and durability, and completely no-sew—no extra assembly required.