Crochet A Brussel Sprout. 

(If you don’t stuff it, you could put a small wrapped chocolate inside). 

Work 4dc in an adjustable ring, enclosing the yarn end as you work, pull tight on the yarn end to close the opening. 

ROUND 1:  2dc in each st to end (8sts) 

ROUND2:  *2 dc into next st, 1 dc into next st, rep from * to end (12 sts) 

ROUND 3: *2dc into next st, 1dc into next st, rep from * to end (16 sts) 

ROUND 4: *2dc into next st, 1dc in next st, rep from * to end (20 sts) 

ROUND 5  and ROUND 6: 1dc in each st to end

ROUND 7 :*dc2tog, 1 dc into next 3 sts, rep from * to end (16 sts)

ROUND 8: *dc2tog, 1 dc into next 2 sts, rep from * to end (12 sts)

Start stuffing (if using) the sphere now, but do not over stuff.  Make sure the shape is nicely rounded.

ROUND 9: *dc2tog, 1dc in next st, rep from * to end (8 sts)

Stuff the sphere a little more, keeping the shape rounded.

Break off yarn, leaving a 10cm (4in) yarn end. Using tapestry needle, thread yarn through the sts of the opening and pull tight to close.  Secure off.