Kick off your crochet creativity with this Amigurumi Soccer Ball pattern! Inspired by the world’s favorite sport, this fun design captures the classic black-and-white pentagon pattern and round shape of a soccer ball in every stitch. With its sporty charm and playful details, this crochet soccer ball is perfect for adding an energetic touch to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for soccer fans, creating a unique decor piece, or simply enjoy making themed amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature soccer ball bursting with personality! ⚽✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color combinations, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature trophy or cleats for extra flair. Craft a classic soccer ball with its signature black-and-white design, create a colorful version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of sports-inspired amigurumi for a dynamic display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a sporty accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Soccer Ball is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade athletic magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
⚽ Amigurumi Soccer Ball – Free Crochet Pattern
This crochet pattern recreates a realistic classic soccer ball using the traditional 12 black pentagons and 20 white hexagons. It’s perfect as a gift, decor, or play toy!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires basic shape construction and precise seaming.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 12–15 cm (5–6 inches) in diameter when using worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Black (for pentagons)
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White (for hexagons)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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st – Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
🔷 Black Pentagon (Make 12)
Worked in continuous rounds. Do not join.
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Round 1: Make a magic ring, 5 single crochet (5)
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Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (10)
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Round 3: 1 sc, inc, repeat around (15)
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Round 4: 2 sc, inc, repeat around (20)
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Round 5: 3 sc, inc, repeat around (25)
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Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Shape gently into a flat pentagon by adjusting corners while pinning or blocking.
⬣ White Hexagon (Make 20)
Worked in continuous rounds.
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Round 1: Make a magic ring, 6 single crochet (6)
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Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12)
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Round 3: 1 sc, inc, repeat around (18)
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Round 4: 2 sc, inc, repeat around (24)
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Round 5: 3 sc, inc, repeat around (30)
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Round 6: 4 sc, inc, repeat around (36)
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Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Block slightly to shape into a hexagon.
🧵 Assembly Instructions
You’ll assemble the soccer ball using the traditional truncated icosahedron pattern:
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Each black pentagon is surrounded by 5 white hexagons.
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Each white hexagon touches 3 black pentagons and 3 other white hexagons.
Suggested Sewing Order:
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Begin with one black pentagon.
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Sew five white hexagons around it.
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In each gap between hexagons, attach another black pentagon.
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Continue sewing in remaining white hexagons between black pentagons.
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Add stuffing before sewing on the last few motifs to close the sphere.
Use whipstitch or mattress stitch for a clean and tight seam. Adjust placement as needed to keep the round shape.
✅ Final Touches
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Once fully sewn and stuffed, gently roll and press the ball to even out the shape.
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Optional: Add a fabric lining before stuffing for extra firmness.
This crochet soccer ball is perfect for display, kids’ rooms, or a playful handmade gift. Want a smaller or larger version? Just adjust your yarn weight and hook size!
