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Amigurumi Kobe Bryant – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Kobe Bryant – FREE Crochet Pattern
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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! 🧶🏆

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🏀 Amigurumi Kobe Bryant Crochet Pattern

Pay tribute to the Black Mamba with this amigurumi doll featuring Kobe in his iconic Lakers uniform. This intermediate-level pattern captures his bold jersey, sneakers, armband, and detailed facial features including fingers and beard shaping.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Requires color changes, limb shaping, embroidery, and making fingers.

📏 Finished Size

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

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted weight):

    • Color A: Brown (Skin)

    • Color B: Yellow (Lakers jersey & shorts)

    • Color C: Purple (Jersey trim & numbers)

    • Color D: White (Shoes, socks, armband)

    • Color E: Black (Beard, eyebrows, mouth)

  • 3.0 mm crochet hook

  • Safety eyes (10–12 mm)

  • Polyester stuffing

  • Stitch markers

  • Yarn needle

  • Embroidery floss (optional for logo/lettering)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

  • ch – Chain

  • st(s) – Stitch(es)

🧔 Head

Yarn: Color A
Worked in a spiral.

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    – Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11
    – Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, close opening.

🧔 Beard & Eyebrows

Yarn: Color E

  • Surface crochet around the chin area for a defined beard outline.

  • Use backstitch or surface slip stitch to fill beard area.

  • Embroider thick eyebrows above the eyes.

🧦 Body (Jersey)

Start with Color A (skin), switch to jersey colors.
Stuff as you go.

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–9. sc around (36)

  7. Switch to Color B (jersey): sc around (36)
    11–19. sc around (36)
    – Optional: Surface crochet purple trim using Color C

  8. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  9. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  11. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  12. dec x6 (6)
    FO and sew to head.

💪 Arms (Make 2)

Start with Color A (Skin). One arm has white armband.
For the armband: Switch to Color D after round 6 for 4 rounds.

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc around (12)
    7–10. Color D (armband)
    11–20. sc around with Color A
    – Stuff and sew to shoulders.

✋ Fingers (Optional – Flat)

Yarn: Color A
Make 4 fingers and 1 thumb per hand

  1. ch 5

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc (4)

  3. sc across 2 more rows
    FO, leave a tail. Stitch four together at the palm.
    Sew thumb to side. Attach hand to arm base.

🩳 Shorts (Part of Body or Sewn Separately)

Yarn: Color B and C

  • You can crochet these in the same piece as the body or separately as a tube shape and slip them on.

  • Use surface crochet or backstitch for the purple trim lines.

  • Add a small Lakers logo with embroidery or felt patch.

🦵 Legs (Make 2)

Yarn: Color A → D for socks → Purple + White for shoes

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)
    Color change:
    7–10. Color D (socks)

  4. Color B (shorts)
    12–18. sc around
    – Stuff and sew legs to lower body.

👟 Shoes (Built-in or Sewn On)

Colors: White base with purple detailing

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)

  4. Switch to Color C, sc around (for laces)

  5. Flatten and sew to legs

  6. Embroider shoe outline or add purple details using surface stitches.

🏷️ Jersey Details

Use surface slip stitch for edges.
Embroider:

  • “LAKERS” in purple (front chest)

  • Number 24 or 8 if preferred

  • Optional Nike & NBA logo using satin stitch

✂️ Assembly Instructions

  1. Sew arms to shoulders

  2. Attach legs to lower body at sides

  3. Position head and sew firmly

  4. Embroider or attach beard, eyebrows, and mouth

  5. Add white armband by crocheting a 1-row strip if not worked in

  6. Stitch jersey and shorts trims

🏀 Tips

  • For sharper color changes, do the final yarn-over of the previous color with the new color.

  • Use smaller hook for tight stitches.

  • Use safety eyes and nose for a cleaner finish.

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. 💛💜


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