Materials:
● Yarn (any type, but medium-weight yarn is ideal for this project)
● Crochet hook (corresponding to your yarn weight, typically a 4mm or 5mm hook for
medium yarn)
● Stitch marker (optional but helpful)
● Fiberfill stuffing (optional, for a stuffed ball)
● Yarn needle
Basic Crochet Ball Pattern:
Step 1: Create a Magic Ring
● Make a magic ring (adjustable ring) and ch 1 to start.
Step 2: Round 1
● Inside the magic ring, make 6 single crochet (sc).
● Pull the magic ring tight to close the center.
(6 sc)
Step 3: Round 2
● Work 2 sc in each stitch around.
(12 sc)
Step 4: Round 3
● 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around.
(18 sc)
Step 5: Round 4
● 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around.
(24 sc)
Step 6: Rounds 5-10
● For the next six rounds, simply crochet 1 sc in each stitch around.
(24 sc each round)
Step 7: Round 11
● 1 sc in the next 2 stitches, decrease (sc 2 together) in the next stitch. Repeat around.
(18 sc)
Step 8: Round 12
● 1 sc in the next stitch, decrease (sc 2 together) in the next stitch. Repeat around.
(12 sc)
Step 9: Round 13
● Decrease (sc 2 together) in each stitch around.
(6 sc)
Step 10: Finish
● Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
● Use a yarn needle to weave the tail through the remaining stitches, pulling tight to close
the hole.
● If you want a soft ball, stuff it lightly with fiberfill.
Optional:
● You can add features like eyes or a smile to make it into a cute character!
● You can also use a different color yarn at certain rounds for stripes or patterns.
