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Celebrate the legacy of a basketball icon with this Amigurumi Kobe Bryant crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for sports fans, adding a dynamic touch to your handmade collection, or simply love making unique amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up the legendary Lakers star in adorable crochet form. With his signature jersey, determined expression, and unmistakable presence, this crochet Kobe Bryant captures the essence of skill, passion, and perseverance in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow basketball enthusiasts, decorating a sports-themed space, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this amigurumi Kobe Bryant is ready to bring a touch of greatness to your handmade collection! 🏀✨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different jersey colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature basketball or sneakers for extra personality. Craft a classic Kobe Bryant in his Lakers uniform, create a playful version with exaggerated features, or even stitch up a full basketball-inspired set with matching players! Whether displayed as a cherished keepsake, gifted to a fellow crochet lover, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Kobe Bryant is a unique and exciting project—perfect for bringing the energy of the game to every stitch! 🧶🏆

🏀 Amigurumi Kobe Bryant Crochet Pattern

Honor the Black Mamba with this detailed amigurumi doll in his iconic Lakers uniform. Complete with high-top sneakers, bold jersey logos, beard shaping, and an armband, this is a true collector’s piece.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Includes color changes, embroidery, detailed facial hair, lettering, and 3D finger shaping.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 12–14 inches (30–36 cm) tall when using DK or worsted weight yarn with a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (Worsted weight)
- Color A: Brown (Skin)
- Color B: Yellow (Jersey & shorts)
- Color C: Purple (Trim & numbers)
- Color D: White (Shoes, socks, armband)
- Color E: Black (Beard, eyebrows, mouth, shoe outline)
Hook: 3.0 mm (or size to keep stitches tight)
Safety eyes: 10–12 mm
Polyester stuffing
Tapestry needle
Embroidery floss (purple, white, black) for logos & lettering
Optional: Felt for NBA/Nike logos

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR = Magic Ring
sc = Single Crochet
inc = Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec = Decrease (sc2tog)
BLO = Back Loop Only
sl st = Slip Stitch
FO = Fasten Off
ch = Chain
st(s) = Stitch(es)

🧔 Head

Color A (Brown)
Worked in a spiral.

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

👉 Insert safety eyes between R10–11, spaced 6–7 sts apart.
👉 Stuff firmly.

(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO, close opening.

🧔 Beard, Eyebrows & Mouth

Color E (Black)

Surface crochet around jawline for sharp beard outline.
Fill beard area with slip stitches or satin stitch embroidery.
Embroider eyebrows in a thick V-shape, angled downward for intensity.
Mouth: embroider with a thin black line, slightly curved down.
Optional: outline lips in lighter brown or black for definition.

💇 Head Detailing

Stitch short stubs on sides for ears.
Optional: Add subtle embroidered lines for a goatee around the lips.

🧦 Body & Jersey

Start Color A (Brown) → switch to Color B (Yellow).
Stuff as you go.

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–9. sc around (36)
Switch to Color B (Jersey): sc around (36)
11–19. sc around (36)
👉 Surface crochet purple trim (Color C) along neckline and armholes.
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO, sew to head.

💪 Arms (Make 2)

Color A (Skin). One has white armband.

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
3–6. sc (12)
👉 For armband: switch to Color D (White) on one arm: sc for 4 rounds.
7–14. Continue in Color A.
Stuff lightly, FO, sew to shoulders.

✋ Hands with Fingers

Color A (Skin)

Make 4 fingers + 1 thumb.

Finger:

MR, 4 sc (4)
2–4. sc around (4)
FO, leave tail. Make 4.

Thumb:

MR, 3 sc (3)
2–3. sc around (3)
FO.

👉 Sew 4 fingers together in a curve, attach thumb on side.
👉 Sew assembled hand to arm.

🩳 Shorts

Color B (Yellow) with Color C (Purple trim)

Continue from body or crochet separately as a tube (ch to fit waist, sc in rounds).
Surface crochet trim around bottom edges.
Add side seam in purple with sl st embroidery.

🦵 Legs (Make 2)

Start Color A → Color D (Socks) → Shoes

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–8. sc around (18)
👉 Change to Color D for socks: 5 rounds.
👉 Change to Color B (shorts) for upper thighs.
FO, stuff, sew to body.

👟 High-Top Shoes

White + Purple

MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Change to Color C (Purple): sc around (18)
8–10. sc around to raise ankle height.
FO.

👉 Embroider laces and side details with black or purple.
👉 Add outline stitches for Nike swoosh if desired.

🏷️ Jersey Details

Use embroidery floss or surface chain stitch to add:
- “LAKERS” in purple across chest
- Number 24 (or 8) in purple/white outline
- Small NBA logo on chest side (use felt patch or embroidery)
- Optional Nike swoosh in white

✂️ Assembly

Sew arms to shoulders.
Sew legs to bottom of body.
Attach head securely.
Stitch beard, eyebrows, and mouth embroidery.
Add jersey lettering/logos.
Place armband on one arm.
Position shoes, trim with purple details.

🌟 Final Touches

✔ Defined beard & eyebrows
✔ Lakers jersey with purple trim & logos
✔ White armband
✔ High-top sneakers
✔ Embroidered “LAKERS” + number

This photo-accurate Kobe amigurumi is a true tribute to the Mamba. 🐍💜💛

Now you’ve got your very own crochet legend! 🐍
This amigurumi Kobe makes an amazing gift for sports fans, collectors, or anyone who finds inspiration in his legacy. Mamba forever. 💛💜