Petite Play Sphere

A small, versatile crocheted sphere, perfect for amigurumi projects, decorative accents, or cat toys.

Materials

• Worsted weight (Category 4) yarn, 100% acrylic or cotton, approximately 20-30 yards (18-27 meters)
• 3.5 mm (US E/4) crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stuffing material (polyester fiberfill recommended)

Gauge

16 stitches × 18 rounds / 10 cm in single crochet

Finished Size

Size varies with yarn weight, hook size, and personal gauge. With recommended materials, the sphere will be approximately 6-7 cm (2.5-3 inches) in diameter.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: single crochet decrease (sc2tog)
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• rnd(s): round(s)
• ...: repeat instructions between asterisks as indicated

Special Stitches

Single Crochet Decrease (dec): Insert hook into first stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook). Insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on hook.

Pattern Instructions

Foundation

Start with a magic ring.

Body

Rnd 1: Make 6 sc in the magic ring. (6 sts) Rnd 2: Inc around. (12 sts) Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. (18 sts) Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. (24 sts) Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc around. (30 sts) Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc around. (36 sts) Rnd 7-9: Sc in each st around. (36 sts) Rnd 10: Sc 2, dec, sc 4, dec 5 times, sc 2. (30 sts) Rnd 11: Sc 3, dec around. (24 sts) Rnd 12: Sc 2, dec around. (18 sts) Begin stuffing firmly. Continue to stuff as you go. Rnd 13: Sc 1, dec around. (12 sts) Rnd 14: Dec around. (6 sts)

Assembly / Finishing

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Use a yarn needle to weave the tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch. Pull tightly to close the hole. Weave in the remaining end securely.

Tips

• Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round, moving it up as you complete each round.
• Stuff the sphere firmly and evenly to achieve a smooth, well-rounded shape.
• If using for a cat toy, ensure all yarn ends are securely woven in and no small pieces can come loose.
• This pattern is suitable for any yarn weight. Adjust your hook size accordingly (e.g., a larger hook for bulkier yarn, smaller hook for finer yarn) to maintain a tight fabric that prevents stuffing from showing through. Remember to swatch to check your gauge, as this will impact the final size and yarn usage.

Pattern by YarnCro · yarncro.com