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Counting game Amigurumi Pattern

Counting game Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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About This Counting game Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a colorful counting toy set: seven bowls, twenty-eight small balls, ten white bases with crocheted numbers and three square signs. It uses continuous rounds and common stitches to achieve tidy, stackable bowls and matching pieces. The design is playful, educational, and perfect as a handmade gift or classroom aid.

Counting game Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Written in US terminology and photographed step-by-step for clarity. Materials and stitch lists are included so you can make the full set in your favorite colors.

Why You'll Love This Counting game Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple crochet shapes into a playful learning toy that children adore. I enjoy choosing bright yarn colors and watching the set come together as bowls, balls and numbers. The pattern encourages me to be precise with stitch counts and shaping, which makes the finished pieces look crisp and professional. Sharing this project is rewarding because it combines creativity with function — a toy that teaches counting while being tactile and durable.

Counting game Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Counting game Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Counting game Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Counting game Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love to customize this set by swapping color palettes — try pastels for a nursery version or bold primaries for classroom use.

You can make the set larger or smaller by changing yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn will create chunky, squishy pieces while fingering weight gives tiny, delicate versions.

I often embroider different faces or icons on the bowls instead of numbers to create matching themes like animals or shapes.

For a travel-friendly version, use tighter tension and smaller hooks so the balls are firmer and less likely to compress.

If you want more challenge, experiment with adding stripes or color changes to the bowls by switching colors every few rounds.

I sometimes add a loop and button closure to each bowl so they stack and close for storage — a handy tweak for gifting.

Try substituting felt numbers instead of crocheted ones for a faster finish; glue or whipstitch them into place.

Want a quieter set for babies? Use a soft yarn and remove any stiff stuffing, or use organic fiberfill for a gentle texture.

I also enjoy creating matching storage pouches or a little carrying bag so the whole set can be stored or carried easily.

Finally, consider sewing names or initials on the back of bowls for personalized gifts — it makes them feel extra special.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch counts during rounds leads to uneven bowls or circles; always count your stitches at the end of each round to confirm you match the written total. ✗ Pulling your yarn tail too tight when closing a magic ring will make the center too small and hard to work into; keep the ring slightly loose and insert the hook into the first stitch before tightening. ✗ Forgetting to stuff balls evenly causes lumps and misshapen pieces; stuff gradually as you crochet and add small amounts until you reach the desired firmness. ✗ Using a much larger hook than recommended creates floppy, oversized pieces; stick to the recommended hook (2.5mm/C2 US) or make a deliberate size change and expect different final measurements.

Counting game Amigurumi Pattern

Create a colorful, hands-on counting toy with this complete crochet pattern. You will make seven bowls, 28 balls, ten numbered circles and matching numbers, plus signs and squares for signs. The pattern uses simple shaping and clear step-by-step rounds so you can follow along and sew the pieces together to make an educational toy for children.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Counting game Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Red - approximately 90 g
  • 02
    Orange - approximately 80 g
  • 03
    Yellow - approximately 70 g
  • 04
    Green - approximately 60 g
  • 05
    Light blue - approximately 50 g
  • 06
    Dark blue - approximately 40 g
  • 07
    Purple - approximately 30 g
  • 08
    White - approximately 110 g
  • 09
    3 other colors (I chose pink, light yellow and light green) - 10 g each
  • 10
    Suggested yarn: DROPS PARIS (10 ply) or any similar 10 ply yarn

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 2.5 mm (C2 US) - labelled 12 UK = 2.5mm
  • 02
    Optional crochet hook size up to 5 mm (H8 US) for looser/tidier work
  • 03
    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Tapestry/yarn needle for sewing and finishing
  • 06
    Scissors
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    Pins for positioning pieces while sewing

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— Bowls :

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

BLO sc X 42 => 4

Rounds 8-13 :

sc X 42 => 42

Round 14 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 42

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the first bowl is finished.

Section :

Purple bowl (with purple yarn): complete

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

BLO sc X 49 => 49

Rounds 9-14 :

sc X 49 => 49

Round 15 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 49

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 2nd bowl is finished.

Section :

Dark Blue bowl (with dark blue yarn): complete

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

BLO sc X 56 => 56

Rounds 10-15 :

sc X 56 => 56

Round 16 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 56

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 3rd bowl is finished.

Section :

Light Blue bowl (with light blue yarn): complete

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

BLO sc X 56 => 56

Rounds 10-15 :

sc X 56 => 56

Round 16 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 56

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 3rd bowl is finished.

Section :

Green bowl (with green yarn):

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

(7 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 63

Round 10 :

BLO sc X 63 => 63

Rounds 11-16 :

sc X 63 => 63

Round 17 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 63

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 4th bowl is finished.

Section :

Yellow bowl (with yellow yarn):

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

(7 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 63

Round 10 :

(4 sc + 1 inc + 4 sc) X 7 => 70

Round 11 :

BLO sc X 70 => 70

Rounds 12-17 :

sc X 70 => 70

Round 18 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 70

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 5th bowl is finished.

Section :

Orange bowl (with orange yarn):

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

(7 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 63

Round 10 :

(4 sc + 1 inc + 4 sc) X 7 => 70

Round 11 :

(9 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 77

Round 12 :

BLO sc X 77 => 77

Rounds 13-18 :

sc X 77 => 77

Round 19 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 77

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 6th bowl is finished.

Section :

Red bowl (with red yarn):

Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Round 6 :

(2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42

Round 7 :

(5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49

Round 8 :

(3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56

Round 9 :

(7 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 63

Round 10 :

(4 sc + 1 inc + 4 sc) X 7 => 70

Round 11 :

(9 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 77

Round 12 :

(5 sc + 1 inc + 5 sc) X 7 => 84

Round 13 :

BLO sc X 84 => 84

Rounds 14-19 :

sc X 84 => 84

Round 20 :

(chain 1 + 1 slip stitch) X 84

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 7th bowl is finished.

— Balls :

Info :

Make 28 balls total: 1 purple, 2 dark blue, 3 light blue, 4 green, 5 yellow, 6 orange, 7 red

Round 1 :

Magic ring & 6 sc => 6

Round 2 :

inc X 6 => 12

Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 6 => 18

Round 4 :

(2 sc + 1 inc) X 6 => 24

Rounds 5-7 :

sc X 24 => 24

Info :

Start stuffing the ball as firmly as you like;

Round 8 :

(2 sc + 1 dec) X 6 => 18

Round 9 :

(1 sc + 1 dec) X 6 => 12

Info :

Sew this last row with a needle instead of the crochet. To do that just insert the needle in the BLO of every stitch and pull firmly at the end. Cut the yarn and hide the remaining thread.

— White circles for numbers :

Section :

Make 10 white circles for numbers (one per number 1-10).

Circle 1 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 1 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 1 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 1 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 1 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 1 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the first circle is finished.

Circle 2 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 2 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 2 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 2 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 2 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 2 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 2nd circle is finished.

Circle 3 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 3 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 3 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 3 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 3 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 3 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 3rd circle is finished.

Circle 4 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 4 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 4 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 4 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 4 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 4 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 4th circle is finished.

Circle 5 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 5 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 5 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 5 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 5 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 5 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 5th circle is finished.

Circle 6 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 6 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 6 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 6 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 6 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 6 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 6th circle is finished.

Circle 7 - Round 1 :

Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7

Circle 7 - Round 2 :

inc X 7 sc => 14

Circle 7 - Round 3 :

(1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21

Circle 7 - Round 4 :

(1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28

Circle 7 - Round 5 :

(3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35

Circle 7 - Round 6 :

sl X 35 => 35

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 7th circle is finished.

Section :

Circles for number 8, 9, 10 - make 3 (I made them the same size, but you can continue increasing if you like)

Rounds 1-12 :

R1: Magic Ring + 7 sc => 7. R2: inc X 7 => 14. R3: (1 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 21. R4: (1 sc + 1 inc + 1 sc) X 7 => 28. R5: (3 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 35. R6: (2 sc + 1 inc + 2 sc) X 7 => 42. R7: (5 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 49. R8: (3 sc + 1 inc + 3 sc) X 7 => 56. R9: (7 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 63. R10: (4 sc + 1 inc + 4 sc) X 7 => 70. R11: (9 sc + 1 inc) X 7 => 77. R12: (5 sc + 1 inc + 5 sc) X 7 => 84.

Info :

Cut the yarn, hide the thread and the 7th circle is finished.

— Numbers 1 to 10 :

Number 1 :

R1: Chain 20, turn. R2: starting from the 2nd chain: dc X 4, 7 dc together, 8 dc. Sew the number to the first circle;

Note :

To double crochet 7 together make only the first half of the double crochet for each stitch, keep it on the hook and move to the next one. At the end of the 7th dc you should have 8 loops - pool through all of them - pool through all of them (pic 1) - pool through all of them (pic 2)

Number 2 :

R1: Chain 27, turn. R2: starting from the 4th chain: dc x 5, 7 dc together, dc x 5, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 3 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch + 1 dc, 1 sl. Sew the number to the second circle;

Number 3 :

First part: R1: Chain 12, turn. R2: starting from the 2nd chain: 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 3 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 3 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 sl. Second part: R3: Chain 10, turn. R4: starting from the 4nd chain: 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 3 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 sl. Sew the two parts from number 3 directly to the third circle;

Number 4 :

R1: Chain 16, turn. R2: starting from the 4nd chain: dc X 13, turn. R3: 1 sl (in the same stitch as the last dc from row 2), 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc. Now we are going to work 4 tc: - the first tc starts from the base of the last dc - the other 3 tc start at the base of the last one (this allows us to work without a row foundation) - in order to turn make 4 dc in the same stitch (the base of the last tc) - 7 tc (each tc starts at the base of the last one). Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 4th white base

Number 5 :

R1: Chain 28, turn. R2: starting from the 4nd chain: dc x 5, 3 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc X 2, 3 dc in the same stitch, (1 dc + dc 3 together) X 3, 4 dc. Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 5th white base

Number 6 :

R1: Chain 25, turn. R2: starting from the 2nd chain: (dc X 2 + 2 dc in the same stitch) X 8. Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 6th white base

Number 7 :

R1: Chain 24, turn. R2: starting from the 4nd chain: dc X 5, 4 dc together, 12 dc. Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 7th white base

Number 8 :

R1: Chain 38, turn. R2: starting from the 4nd chain: 2 dc in the same stitch X 10, 5 dc, 2 dc together X 10. Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 8th white base

Number 9 :

R1: Chain 37, turn. R2: starting from the 2nd chain: (dc X 2 + 2 dc in the same stitch) X 12. Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 9th white base

Number 10 :

Number 1 (similar to before but bigger): R1: Chain 26, turn. R2: starting from the 2nd chain: dc X 5, 8 dc together, 12 dc. For the '0' shape: R3: Chain 24, slip stitch to the first one (work over the left yarn). R4: chain 2, dc X 6, 2 dc in the same stitch X 5, dc X 7, 2 dc in the same stitch X 5, sl to the first chain 2. Arrange it as in the picture; Cut the yarn and sew the letter to the 10th white base

— Squares for signs :

Round 1 :

Chain 13, turn

Rounds 2-10 :

sc X 12, turn (work back and forth)

Round 11 :

sc X 12, do not turn, continue in round: Start with a sc in the same stitch (2 in total). 8 X sc as you go down on the left side of the patch. 2 sc in the last stitch. 10 sc in base of row 1 (in the remaining loop of each chain). 2 sc in the last stitch. 9 X sc as you go up on the right side of the patch.

Info :

You should have around 44 in total all around the patch (including row 11). R13: sl X 42; Cut the yarn, hide the thread;

Plus sign :

R1: chain X 12. R2: starting from the 3rd chain: sc X 10. Make 2 pieces and sew them one over the other like in the first picture.

Minus sign :

R1: chain X 12. R2: starting from the 3rd chain: sc X 10. Make 1 piece and sew like in the second picture.

Equal sign :

R1: chain X 12. R2: starting from the 3rd chain: sc X 10. Make 2 pieces and sew them like in the 3rd picture.

Info :

Your counting toy is now finished!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew each numbered crocheted letter onto its corresponding white circle using a yarn needle; position the number centrally and tack it with small whipstitches so it lies flat.
  • Stuff each ball firmly while you crochet and close the last round by sewing through the back loops to create a tidy finish; hide all tails inside the ball.
  • For each bowl, weave in ends and block slightly if needed; place each white numbered circle into its matching bowl and secure with a few invisible stitches if desired.
  • Pin all pieces in position before final sewing for accurate placement; for signs, sew plus/minus/equal pieces as instructed (stacked for the plus sign) and weave in ends.

Important Notes

  • 💡This pattern is written in US terminology and worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the start of rounds, especially when using BLO or switching to slip-stitch edging.
  • 💡Cut the yarn and hide the thread after completing each piece to keep finishes tidy and prevent unraveling.

Thanks for choosing this pattern — I hope your counting toy brings lots of smiles and learning time! 🧶 This set was designed to be colorful, durable and perfect for little hands to explore counting and sorting. ✨ Happy crocheting and enjoy assembling your tiny treasures! 🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished pieces be?

The finished bowls measure different diameters depending on the color (smaller bowls start around 42 stitches, larger around 84 stitches), and balls are small handheld sizes — final sizes depend on yarn and hook tension.

Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern?

Yes, you may use different yarn weights but final size will change; use an appropriate hook for your yarn and be consistent across pieces for matching sets.

Do I need to know special stitches to make the numbers?

You should know chains, double crochets and how to work multiple dc together; the pattern explains how to work dc 7 together for an embroidered-look number.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours total, though time may vary based on experience level and how many pieces you complete at a sitting.