How to Crochet a Sphere

If you can crochet a circle, you’ll find it easy to crochet a sphere!

As always, I’m using American crochet terminology. An American single crochet is the equivalent of a British double crochet.

How to Crochet a Sphere

First, crochet a circle. If you’ve never crocheted a circle before, check out this post. It breaks down the formula in more detail.

Round 1: Sc 6 stitches into a magic ring. Pull tight, and sl to first stitch to join. Mark the first stitch with a locking stitch marker. 6 stitches.
Round 2: Sc twice into every stitch. 12 stitches.
Round 3: *Sc, sc twice into next stitch.* Repeat from * around. 18 stitches.
Round 4: *Sc x 2, sc twice into next stitch.* Repeat from * around. 24 stitches.
Round 5: *Sc x 3, sc twice into next stitch.* Repeat from * around. 30 stitches.

You can continue in the circle pattern until the you have the desired circumference of your sphere. But for now, we’ll pretend you’ve crocheted five rounds and have a 30-stitch circle.

Round 6: SC in every stitch. 30 stitches.

Now we start decreasing…

Round 7: *SC x 3, decrease.* Repeat from * around. 24 stitches.
Round 8: *SC x 2, decrease.* Repeat from * around. 18 stitches.
Round 9: *SC x 1, decrease.* Repeat from * around. 12 stitches.
Now’s the time to stuff your sphere.
Round 10: Decrease in every stitch around. 6 stitches.
Fasten off. Break yarn, and thread a yarn needle with the tail. Weave it through the remaining stitches, and pull closed.