Crochet Striped Ball

Crocheting a striped ball is a fun and satisfying project that allows you to get creative with colors and patterns. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this project is perfect for honing your skills and creating something adorable in the process. Choose your favorite color palette or mix it up with a rainbow of hues to make your striped ball truly unique. The rhythmic motion of crocheting brings a sense of calm and accomplishment, resulting in a cute and charming finished product that can be enjoyed by all ages. So grab your yarn, hook, and a cup of tea, and let's crochet this striped ball together!

Materials Needed
Small amount white worsted weight acrylic yarn.
Small amount red worsted weight acrylic yarn.
Size H/8 aluminum crochet hook
Polyester Fiber fill
Yarn needle for stitching pieces together and for weaving in ends

Yarn Thickness: 4mm
Gauge: 4dc = 1"
Finished Size: 3" diam
Skill Level: Beginner

Instructions
RND 1: Make 2 the same. With White. Ch4. Join w/slst to first ch to form ring. Ch3. 15 dc in ring. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

RND 2: Ch3. Dc in same st as slst. 2dc in each dc around. Join w/slst to top of ch3.

RND 3: Ch3. Dc in each dc around. Join w/slst to top of ch3. Fasten off white.

RND 4: Join red in same st as slst. Ch1. Sc in each dc around. Join w/slst to ch1. Fasten off but leave one of the ends really long for stitching. Weave the rest of the ends into the back of work.

Assembly: Using a whip stitch and the one long end, stitch to the 2 halves together wrong sides facing each other. Stuff with fiberfill before closing. If you want to make a bean bag with it, stuff the toe of an old sock and stitch closed and place inside ball before closing.