Crochet Soccer Ball Pattern

This crochet soccer ball pattern is perfect for sports fans of all ages!

Materials:

• Yarn: Medium weight yarn in black and white
• Hook: US G/6 (4 mm) or UK 8 (4 mm) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• inc - increase
• dec - decrease

Pattern:

With black yarn:

1. Start with a magic ring, ch 1.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring. Join with a slip stitch to first sc. (6)
3. Round 2: Ch 1, inc in each st around. Join. (12)
4. Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, inc in next st, repeat from * around. Join. (18)
5. Continue in this manner, alternating between black and white yarn to create the classic soccer ball pattern.
6. End with a round of sc in black yarn and fasten off.

Assembly:

1. Stuff the soccer ball with fiberfill.
2. Use the tapestry needle to sew the remaining hole closed.
3. Enjoy your crochet soccer ball!