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Amigurumi Novak Djokovic – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A crocheted tennis player doll standing on a tennis court, holding a racket in one hand, with a green and white outfit and an audience blurred in the background.
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Welcome to the energetic and competitive world of amigurumi! 🎾✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Novak Djokovic—a dynamic and expressive creation perfect for tennis fans, sports-themed collections, or anyone who enjoys crafting iconic and lifelike plush designs! 🏆 Whether you love stitching up legendary athletes, creating textured and detailed figures, or simply want to add a champion to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with Djokovic’s signature tennis whites, a determined stance, and a touch of Grand Slam magic! 💥

This design embraces sleek lines, bold colors, and sporty details to bring a strong and competitive presence to your crochet projects! 🧶🔥 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Novak Djokovic turns out just right—ready to serve up some excitement in your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out crisp whites, deep blues, or vibrant reds, and let’s stitch up a tennis legend! 🎾

A crocheted tennis player doll standing on a tennis court, holding a racket in one hand, with a green and white outfit and an audience blurred in the background.

🎾 Amigurumi Novak Djokovic – FREE Crochet Pattern

Capture the champion spirit with this detailed Amigurumi Novak Djokovic doll! Dressed in tennis whites and a green HEAD shirt, and holding a realistic mini racket, this sporty crochet project is perfect for tennis fans and collectors. Let’s bring this Grand Slam legend to life – one stitch at a time! 🏆

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – Requires shaping, color changes, and small detail work (like accessories and embroidery).

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 9–11 inches (23–28 cm) tall when made with DK or worsted-weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):

    • Skin tone (face, ears, limbs)

    • Brown (hair)

    • White (shorts, shoes, socks, and shirt collar)

    • Green (tennis shirt)

    • Black (eyebrows and racket strings)

    • Small amount of red and white for the logo

    • Beige or tan (racket handle)

  • 2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook

  • 12 mm safety eyes

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Plastic mesh or black thread for racket strings

  • Craft wire (optional for poseability or racket)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loops Only
FO – Fasten Off

🧑 Head

With skin tone yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–13. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    – Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, approx. 7 sts apart
    – Embroider thin eyebrows and mouth

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close

💇 Hair Cap

With brown yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–8. sc around (30)
    FO, leave tail and sew to head. Embroider hairline with whip stitches if needed.

🧥 Shirt (Green HEAD Polo)

With green yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–11. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    – Stuff and sew to head

Collar (White):
ch 9, sc across, FO
Sew flat under chin for polo collar shape
Embroider “HEAD” on shirt front in white
Optional: stitch small red circle on the chest for Roland Garros-style patch

🩳 Shorts

With white yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–8. sc around (18)
    Make two legs, then join together with 3 ch and sc around for full shorts
    Continue for 2–3 rounds, FO, stuff, and attach to body

💪 Arms (Make 2)

With skin tone:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around (12)
    Change to green:
    5–9. sc around (12)
    Change to white:

  3. sc around (12) for sleeve cuff
    FO, stuff lightly and sew to shoulders

🧦 Legs (Make 2)

With skin tone yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around (12)
    Change to white:
    6–8. sc around (12) (for socks)
    Change to white or grey:
    9–12. sc around (for shoes)
    FO and sew to shorts

👟 Shoes

With white:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

  3. sc around

  4. (1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
    FO, flatten slightly and sew to legs if making separately

🎾 Tennis Racket (Mini Accessory)

Handle:
With tan yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–6. sc around (6)
    FO

Rim:
Ch 20, join to form oval
sc around for 3–4 rows, stuffing as you go
Insert small oval of plastic mesh or weave black thread in a grid for strings
Sew handle and rim together

Sew racket to hand or leave detachable

🪡 Final Assembly

  • Attach head to body

  • Sew arms to sides

  • Sew legs to lower body

  • Place collar and shirt logos

  • Glue racket in hand or use thread to secure

  • Adjust posture (wide stance like shown)

💡 Optional Additions

  • Crochet or print a mini court mat

  • Make a matching tennis ball (see previous pattern)

  • Use thin wire in arms and legs for poseability

  • Add details like wristbands or logo patches

Serve style and skill with this detailed Novak Djokovic amigurumi! A fun and sporty tribute to one of tennis’ greats – perfect for display or play. 🧶🏆🎾


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