Bring the legendary footballer David Beckham to life with this Amigurumi David Beckham crochet pattern! ⚽✨ With his signature hairstyle, athletic stance, and iconic jersey, this design captures the essence of the beloved sports star in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a football fan, a themed décor piece, or simply love celebrity-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in outfit details, facial features, and even tiny accessories like a miniature football or a stylish jacket to enhance Beckham’s personality. Choose classic team colors for an authentic look or experiment with bold hues for a creative twist! Whether displayed as part of a sports-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi David Beckham is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this football icon to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🏆 Amigurumi David Beckham – FREE Crochet Pattern
Celebrate soccer legend David Beckham in soft yarn form! This amigurumi doll features his iconic hairstyle, well-groomed beard, team uniform, and serious sportsman vibe. Perfect for football fans and collectors alike.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, uniform detailing, facial embroidery, and hair shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 12–14 inches (30–36 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted weight or DK):
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Skin tone (face, arms, legs)
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Dark brown (hair and beard)
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Yellow/gold (jersey and shorts)
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Navy (stripes, socks, and shoes)
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White (sock bands and jersey details)
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Optional: black (for eyebrows and mouth embroidery)
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Embroidery thread (black and navy for logo & eyes)
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Crochet hook (3.5 mm)
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Small felt patch for chest logo (optional)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
👤 Head
With skin tone yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–14. sc around (30)
– Insert safety eyes between Rnds 8–9
– Embroider eyebrows, beard shape, and mustache with brown yarn
– Optional: embroider nose with a few stitches -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
💇 Hair & Beard
With dark brown yarn:
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Crochet a semi-wig cap to cover back and top of head.
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Use surface crochet to outline sideburns and beard edge
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Embroider beard, mustache, and underlip with straight stitches
🧍 Body & Jersey
Start with yellow yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–8. sc around (24) -
Switch to navy – 1 row
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Switch back to yellow – 4 rows
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Add navy neck ribbing (optional)
12–13. Dec to 18 sts
Stuff firmly
FO and attach to head.
Add Felt or Embroider Logo
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Use felt and embroidery for realistic badge
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OR embroider a small lion & letters with navy thread
✋ Arms (Make 2)
Start with skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
2–5. sc around (6)
Switch to yellow:
6–10. sc around (6)
Add 2 rounds of navy for sleeve edge
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to body.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with navy for shoes:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
Switch to white – 2 rounds
Switch to navy – 1 round
Switch to yellow – 4 rounds
Stuff and sew to base of body.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms slightly forward-facing
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Position and attach legs
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Embroider final facial features: brows, nose, and sharp jawline details
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Add felt or stitched crest to chest
⚽ Optional Add-ons
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Create a small soccer ball (black & white hexagons)
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Add number & name on back of jersey with embroidery or iron-on felt
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Pose with a mini bench or display on shelf
Your crochet David Beckham is ready to score admiration in every room! A sporty, stylish tribute to the football icon in adorable handmade form. ⚽🇬🇧🧵
