Psg Football Passion Amigurumi Crochet Pattern Guide

Why Crocheters Love This Design

Welcome to your next make: a Create Your Own PSG Detailed Football Passion amigurumi, worked in worsted yarn with a 4 mm hook. At roughly 12 inches tall and 8 inches wide, this figure has the proportions of a soft, huggable doll rather than a tiny keychain charm. The stitches sit close and even, giving the finished piece a firm, satisfying squish.

This is an Intermediate pattern, so expect a few techniques you may not meet in your first projects. You will work in continuous spirals, shape the head and body with invisible decreases, and add the jersey details using surface crochet and simple color changes. A short gauge swatch helps you match tension before you begin, and a few short rows shape the rounded shoulders. Stitch counts are written out for every round, so you can track each increase and decrease with confidence.

Take your time with the color work sections, keep your tension even, and enjoy watching the little footballer come together stitch by stitch.

Your Supply List

Material	Details
Yarn	worsted yarn in brown, blue, red, white, black, pink, dark blue, orange
Hook	4 mm crochet hook
Stuffing	Polyfill or fiberfill
Eyes	Safety eyes or embroidery thread
Extras	Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors

Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 2 inches with 4 mm hook. Not critical but aim for tight, even stitches, if stuffing shows through, go down one hook size.

Abbreviations You'll Need to Know

Note: This pattern uses US crochet terms. All rounds are worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.

Abbreviation	Meaning
sc	Single crochet
inc	Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec	Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st	Slip stitch
ch	Chain

How to Crochet This Pattern

head, brown yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rnd 7: sc around (36)

Rnd 8: sc around (36)

Rnd 9: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 13: dec around (6)

Rnd 14: fasten off, close hole (6)

ears (make 2), brown yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: (inc) x 2 (1 sc, inc) x 2 (10)

Rnd 3: sc around (10)

Rnd 4: sc around (10)

Rnd 5: sc around (10)

Rnd 6: sc around (10)

Rnd 7: (dec) x 2 (1 sc, dec) x 2 (6)

Rnd 8: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to pink yarn for the nose.

nose, pink yarn

Embroider the nose with black thread after the eyes are placed.

Work a small triangular satin stitch centered between the eyes, about 8 mm wide.

cheeks (make 2), pink yarn

Add the cheek detail with pale pink embroidery thread after the head is closed.

Work two or three tiny straight stitches on each side, just below and outside the eye line.

Switch to black yarn for the eyes.

eyes (make 2), black yarn

Use 6 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes; place them on the upper half of the head, about one eye-width apart.

If using safety eyes, insert the posts before closing the head opening and secure the backs firmly on the inside.

If embroidering, work two small black satin stitches, then add a tiny white stitch highlight if desired.

Switch to blue yarn for the body.

body, blue yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6: sc around (30)

Rnd 7: sc around (30)

Rnd 8: sc around (30)

Rnd 9: sc around (30)

Rnd 10: sc around (30)

Rnd 11: sc around (30)

Rnd 12: sc around (30)

Rnd 13: sc around (30)

Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 16: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 17: dec around (6)

Rnd 18: fasten off, close hole (6)

arms (make 2), blue yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (17 sc, inc) x 1 (19)

Rnd 5: sc around (19)

Rnd 6: sc around (19)

Rnd 7: sc around (19)

Rnd 8: sc around (19)

Rnd 9: sc around (19)

Rnd 10: sc around (19)

Rnd 11: sc around (19)

Rnd 12: sc around (19)

Rnd 13: sc around (19)

legs (make 2), blue yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (5 sc, inc) x 3 (21)

Rnd 5: sc around (21)

Rnd 6: sc around (21)

Rnd 7: sc around (21)

Rnd 8: sc around (21)

Rnd 9: sc around (21)

Rnd 10: sc around (21)

Rnd 11: sc around (21)

Rnd 12: sc around (21)

Rnd 13: sc around (21)

Switch to white and black yarn for the soccer ball.

soccer ball, white and black yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to red and white yarn for the jersey stripe.

jersey stripe (make 3), red and white yarn

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Switch to white and red yarn for the PSG logo.

PSG logo, white and red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Switch to white yarn for the team name text.

team name text, white yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Switch to red yarn for the pom-pom.

pom-pom, red yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to brown yarn for the foot.

foot (make 2), brown yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: dec around (6)

Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to white yarn for the jersey number.

jersey number, white yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

player name, white yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Switch to dark blue yarn for the hat base.

hat base, dark blue yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: (7 sc, inc) x 3 (27)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 3 (3 sc, dec) x 3 (21)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (2 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Rnd 8: (dec) x 3 (1 sc, dec) x 3 (9)

Rnd 9: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)

Rnd 10: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to red and white yarn for the band.

band, red and white yarn

Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (6)

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (6)

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing

collar, red and white yarn

Rnd 1: Ch 19, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (18)

Rnd 2: sc around (18)

Rnd 3: sc around (18)

Rnd 4: sc around (18)

Rnd 5: sc around (18)

Rnd 6: sc around (18)

Rnd 7: sc around (18)

Rnd 8: sc around (18)

Fasten off. Do not stuff.

sleeve_trim (make 2), red and white yarn

Rnd 1: Ch 11, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (10)

Rnd 2: sc around (10)

Rnd 3: sc around (10)

Rnd 4: sc around (10)

Rnd 5: sc around (10)

Rnd 6: sc around (10)

Rnd 7: sc around (10)

Rnd 8: sc around (10)

Rnd 9: sc around (10)

Fasten off. Do not stuff.

Switch to white yarn for the sponsor_text.

sponsor_text, white yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Switch to white and orange yarn for the nike_swoosh.

nike_swoosh, white and orange yarn

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: inc around (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5: sc around (24)

Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 8: dec around (6)

Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)

Putting the Pieces Together

1. Stuff head, body, soccer ball, pom-pom, foot firmly with polyfill for stability. Shape as you go, pressing and molding to match the reference photo. Add extra stuffing to the base for a sturdy foundation.

2. Sew ears to the sides of the head. Position on the upper sides of the head, angled outward. Pin in place before sewing to check alignment from all angles. Use the long tail left for sewing and whipstitch around the base.

3. Embroider the nose with black thread centered between the eyes. Work a small triangular satin stitch about 8 mm wide.

4. Sew cheeks to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.

5. Attach eyes to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.

6. Sew arms to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.

7. Sew legs to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.

8. Drape collar around the neck and sew 2-3 discreet anchor points at the back so it stays centered. Do not pull it tight; leave enough room for the head to sit naturally.

9. Sew jersey stripe in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

10. Sew PSG logo in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

11. Sew team name text in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

12. Sew player name in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

13. Sew hat base in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

14. Sew band in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

15. Sew sleeve_trim in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

16. Sew sponsor_text in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

17. Sew nike_swoosh in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.

18. Check all seams are secure. Gently tug each attached piece to test. Trim any loose yarn ends with sharp scissors. Weave in all remaining tails with a needle, passing through at least 3 stitches in each direction to prevent unraveling. Give the finished piece a gentle squeeze to distribute stuffing evenly and shape the final form.

Maker Tips and Keeping It Clean

These practical tips will help you crochet your PSG Detailed Football Passion amigurumi smoothly with a 4 mm hook.

• Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round to keep track of your increases and decreases without losing your place.
• Use invisible decreases throughout the body and head for a clean, well-shaped finish that hides the decrease bar.
• Stuff the head and limbs firmly but avoid over packing so your stitches remain even and the shaping stays smooth.
• Maintain a tight gauge to prevent stuffing from showing through the stitches, especially when working the white and red color sections.
• Work the football details using surface crochet or short rows to add texture and dimension without complicated color changes.
• Count your stitches at the end of each round to catch any missed increases early and keep the shaping consistent.

Follow these care instructions to keep your finished amigurumi looking its best.

• Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent to protect the fibers and colors.
• Air dry flat on a clean towel to maintain the shape and prevent stretching.
• Keep the doll out of direct sunlight to avoid fading of the red, white, and blue tones.
• Spot clean small marks with a damp cloth rather than fully washing the piece every time.

Quick Answers for Makers

What skill level is this amigurumi pattern suitable for?

This pattern is rated Intermediate. It incorporates techniques such as invisible decrease, surface crochet, and color work for the team details. If you are comfortable working in the round and reading stitch patterns, you should be able to tackle it.

How long will it take me to finish this project?

The time for this project is 2-4 hours, depending on your crochet speed and how detailed you make the accessories. Experienced crocheters often finish closer to 2 hours, while those new to amigurumi may take the full 4 hours.

What yarn and hook should I use?

Use worsted weight yarn with a 4 mm crochet hook. Cotton or acrylic blends both work well for amigurumi, giving you clear stitch definition for the football-themed details.

Can I sell finished dolls made from this pattern?

Yes, you may sell finished items made from this pattern. Please credit the designer when listing or promoting your handmade dolls.

Can I resize the finished doll?

Yes. To make a larger doll, switch to a bulkier yarn with a proportionally larger hook. For a smaller version, use sport weight yarn with a smaller hook. Adjust your starting chain accordingly to maintain proportions.

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