Carlos the Tennis Pro by Knot Trying

Carlos the Tennis Pro

Crochet
June 2026
both are used in this pattern
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
4.0 mm (G)
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

Carlos the Tennis Pro is relaxed and confident in a way that makes everything look entirely effortless. He holds his racket like he’s already won. This intermediate pattern is built for makers who want that easy, champion-level charm in their collection—and pairs naturally with Coco.

MATERIALS
This pattern uses the following medium weight beginner yarns:

Easy Peasy Yarn in:
White
Black

Hejin Yarn in:
Mustard Yellow/Apricot Blush, or other skin color

2 × 10mm safety eyes
Stuffing
4mm hook
Scissors
Darning/tapestry needle

TERMS & TECHNIQUES
This pattern uses U.S. terms and is completed in the round, unless otherwise noted. For best results, complete with yarn over stitches.

Rounds (r)
Magic ring (mr)
Single crochet (sc)
Half double crochet (hdc)
Double crochet (dc)
Increase (inc)
Invisible decrease (dec)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Chain (ch)
Surface crochet
Back loop only (blo)
Color change (cc)
Fasten off
Invisible fasten off
Embroidery