Crochet Heart Projects

A collage of crochet heart projects mostly made in red from jewelry to stuffies to things for the home

Crochet Heart Projects

These Crochet Heart Projects span over 10+ years of designing and include a wide variety of cute and creative crochet patterns that are fun to make for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year! The popular and famous heart shape is one of my favorite objects to design and crochet. There are many different ways to create a heart using crochet stitches – I love the endless possibilities and that you can add a heart to just about anything! As I looked over my design portfolio I realized that I have created over 25 unique crochet heart patterns and thought it would be good to share them all in one place since Valentine’s Day is coming up soon.

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A Variety of Creative Crochet Heart Projects

In this list of Crochet Heart Projects you will find all kinds of items to create! There are scarves, jewelry, kitchen decor, bookmarks, pillows, a blanket, some bags, other home decor accessories and even a few stuffies. 🙂 As I mentioned before, you can add a heart-shape to almost any project – Hearts work as great embellishments or that simple little piece that increases the cuteness by tenfold. They are easy to make whether you create the heart in rounds or back and forth in rows. I think you’ll enjoy looking over this list and finding something to make for the people you love.

A small collage of crochet heart projects featuring a ladybug, small bag, small teddy bear, prayer square and decorative scarf

Stitches Used in these Crochet Heart Projects

Most of these crochet patterns use the basic stitches: chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet so many of these patterns are for an Easy skill level. Yay! There are a few that are beyond “Easy” and I indicate that in their description. Several of these patterns use Size 10 or Size 3 cotton crochet thread which is more of an Intermediate skill level not because of the stitches but because the thread is so thin and the crochet hooks you use are very small. Using thread produces a lovely and delicate lacy heart but you can make many of these hearts with thicker yarn and a larger hook if you’d like. You’ll also find that many of these projects come with a step-by-step video tutorial to help you be successful as well. And, remember, as always, if you have any questions about any of these patterns, please leave a comment or send me an email – I am happy to help! ❤

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Info About the Crochet Heart Projects

For each of these crochet heart projects you’ll see a photo and be able to read a little bit about the pattern. You’ll also see where you can find the pattern and which yarn was used (with an affiliate link of where to purchase). The patterns will either be here on my blog or in my Etsy Shop. But you will also find some of them on another website or in a magazine (that can be purchased as a digital download) or on another publisher’s website. Thank you for your interest is my Crochet Heart Projects and for your support!

Let’s get started!

Crochet Heart Project #1:

One of the crochet heart projects - a stuffed ladybug with hearts for spots

Lady Lovebug – Click here to see pattern in the Oct. 2013 issue of Crochet World

(There is one issue available on Ebay right now – if the above link does not work, try going to ebay.com and entering in the name of the issue into the search bar)

Ladybugs have always been a special creature in our family and I thought it would be cute to turn her spots into heart-shapes. This little stuffy can lay down as you see in this photo or stand up showing off her lilac belly – she has a weighted bottom to help her stand nicely. Plus, all parts are sewn on so nothing dangerous for little ones.

Yarn: Caron Simply Soft

Crochet Heart Project #2:

A celtic knot heart made with white and red cotton yarn on a tan background

Celtic Knot Heart – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Celtic Knot Heart is one of my most popular patterns and comes with a printable diagram and a step-by-step video tutorial! It can be made into a keychain or zipper pull or can simple be a decoration or Christmas ornament. I think it would look pretty added to a homemade Valentine’s Day card, too. 🙂

Yarn: I Love This Cotton by Yarn Bee

Crochet Heart Project #3:

Another crochet heart project showcasing a granny-square style heart and star on a bedside pocket

Bedside Pocket – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Bedside Pocket is practical and pretty! The base piece is one big rectangle that folds over to create the pockets. It is crocheted with a simple textured stitch and then the heart and star are appliqued on top. I love how the heart and star are made in the granny square-style – you could add 2 hearts if you want!

Yarn: I Love This Yarn by Yarn Bee

Crochet Heart Project #4:

A Celtic Motherhood Necklace made in red thread showing 2 hearts intertwining

Celtic Motherhood Necklace – Click here to get more info about this pattern!

This beautiful necklace features 2 intertwining hearts to symbolize the love between a mother and her child. The necklace is made with only basic crochet stitches and a small amount of embroidery thread. This photo shows the hearts made in shades of red but you could experiment with a variety of color combinations for a different look.

Yarn: Embroidery Floss

Crochet Heart Project #5:

A little lacy crochet heart held in a hand with a marble background

Little Lacy Heart – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Little Lacy Heart works up fast – I was able to make mine in less than 5 minutes! It can be used in so many ways. I share 5 different project ideas in the link above where you can find the pattern and a link to a video tutorial. If you’ve never worked with the thin cotton crochet thread before, then you can crochet this heart with any yarn and a larger hook to create a bigger size so it’s easier to see your stitches! This is one of my favorite Crochet Heart Projects. 🙂

Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Thread (Size 10)

Crochet Heart Project #6:

A little girl holding a small brown crocheted hedgehog as another one of the crochet heart projects

Mr. Hedgehug – Click here to get this pattern in the digital magazine, I Like Crochet

Mr. Hedgehug is a cute little hedgehog holding a big pink heart. All the stitches in this pattern are basic crochet stitches including a fun textured stitch that only uses chain and slip stitches! All parts are sewn on so nothing dangerous for little ones. 🙂

Yarn: Size 3 Cotton Crochet Thread

Crochet Heart Project #7:

A velvet celtic heart scarf made with pink velvet yarn and shown on a white mannequin

Velvet Celtic Heart Scarf – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Velvet Celtic Heart Scarf uses the luxurious velvet yarn and a super easy one-row repeat textured stitch! Then the Celtic Knot Heart motifs are added to the ends for a unique embellishment. This scarf feels great around your neck and is very warm!

Yarn: Bernat Velvet Yarn

Crochet Heart Pattern #8:

Clothes hangers covered in colorful crochet with small hearts attached on a floral background

Sweetheart Hangers – Click here to see the FREE pattern in a digital copy of the magazine, Crochet Today!

(This magazine is no longer in print so you can see a digital copy of it on an archive website)

The Sweetheart Hangers are quick and fun to make with simple stitches and colorful medium weight yarn. I bought some hanger bases on-line that had a little padding on them and found they were a cinch to cover with crochet! The hearts I stuffed with some polyfil stuffing to really help them stand out.

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Crochet Heart Pattern #9:

The Celtic Heart Square made in shades of pink and on a white wooden background with a celtic knot heart in the center

Celtic Heart Square – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

Since my Celtic Knot Blanket Squares have been very popular I thought it would be good to make a Celtic Heart Square that can be made into a wide variety of projects – blankets, afghans, bags, pillows. The edging around the heart is very lacy so I recommend adding a lining to it. All stitches used are basic stitches and I provide a FREE Celtic Heart diagram to help you weave the knot.

Yarn: Big Twist by Joann’s Fabrics and Crafts

Crochet Heart Pattern #10:

Another one of the crochet heart projects - a celtic heart wristlet made with a pink heart and blue little bag with small heart stickers around

Celtic Heart Wristlet – Click here to purchase this pattern in my Etsy Shop

The Celtic Heart Wristlet is a quick project made with Size 3 cotton crochet thread but you could make this with thicker yarn and have a larger wristlet to fit more stuff! 😉 The pink Celtic Heart is easy to crochet and weave and really looks great up against the light blue yarn.

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #11:

A corner bookmark made in red thread and lacy crochet stitches in the shape of a heart with a scallop edging

(Photo courtesy of Annie’s Publishing)

Love to Read Bookmark – Click here to purchase this beautiful pattern in the Feb. 2016 issue of Crochet World

(There is one issue available on Ebay – if the above link does not work, try entering the magazine name into the search bar)

The Love to Read Bookmark is one of my favorite designs that I created almost 10 years ago for Crochet World. I love how the vibrant red Size 10 cotton crochet thread looks up against the white pages of a book. This project makes a heart-shape by first crocheting a square and then adding the 2 humps with very tall lacy stitches. I would consider this an Intermediate pattern – but remember, you can always practice it with thicker yarn and a larger hook to get the hang of it before switching to the thread! 🙂

Yarn: Size 10 thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #12:

A round hot pad in pink, green, blue and off white with a pink heart in the center on a white wooden background

Heart Hot Pad – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Heart Hot Pad is quick and easy to make with basic stitches and a small amount of cotton yarn. This little heart is made with tall stitches and starts with a small square shape. I picked some muted colors of cotton yarn from my stash for the circle base but you could choose any color combination you like!

Yarn: Dishcloth cotton yarn

Crochet Heart Pattern #13:

A red celtic heart necklace on a tan  background

Easy Celtic Knot Heart Necklace – Click here to see this FREE pattern and its video tutorial!

I love the simplicity of the Easy Celtic Knot Heart Necklace. I was able to quickly make several in a variety of colors and give them as gifts. This project is made with Size 3 cotton crochet thread (which is a little thicker than the Size 10 thread so it is a good first-time thread project) and some fabric stiffener. I use fabric stiffener in many of my crochet projects and even have a video tutorial to share some tips on how I like to do it. (You can find that tutorial here)

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #14:

The Celtic Heart Wall Art project made in red yarn on a tan background

Celtic Heart Wall Art – Click here to get more info and to purchase this pattern in my Etsy Shop

The Celtic Heart Wall Art is another one of my most favorite Celtic designs – I have it hanging in my living room and in my kitchen all year round. The Celtic Heart is easy to weave and the pattern includes only basic stitches. And in case you need some extra help with any part, you can watch 2 step-by-step video tutorials that are available only to those who purchase the pattern!

Yarn: Sinfonia by Omega

Crochet Heart Pattern #15:

Small red crocheted hearts with gold elephant charms hanging down from the bottom point for another one of the crochet heart projects

Crochet Heart Earrings – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Crochet Heart Earrings work up super fast and can be customized to go with any interest! They are made with Size 10 cotton crochet thread and simple stitches. I love that you can purchase all kinds of unique and interesting charms in your local craft store or on-line – the creative possibilities are endless!

Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Thread (Size 10)

Crochet Heart Pattern #16:

A small brown teddy bear with a pink heart on his chest to hold  your headphone cords on a bed of sugar heart candies

Beary Cute Cord Buddy – Click here to see this pattern in a digital crochet magazine, I Like Crochet

Not only is this little bear cute but he’s also very helpful to keep your headphone cords organized! The simple heart on the front has a snap on it to allow you to quickly wrap the cord around the bear’s body and then close the snap to keep the cord in place. You could add a simple clip to the top of the bear so it can hang on a backpack and be ready to use all day!

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #17:

A simple red heart surrounded by pink scallop leaves and held in a hand with a white wooden background

Easy Heart Flower – Click here for the FREE pattern on this blog!

In this quick project I combine my love of hearts and flowers into one easy crochet motif! Plus, there is a step-by-step video tutorial for this project to help you along the way. The key to making this Easy Heart Flower is by working various crochet stitches of different heights in a special order.

Yarn: Size 3 cotton yarn – Sinfonia, Lion Brand 24/7 cotton, I Love This Cotton Yarn by Yarn Bee – all good options

Crochet Heart Pattern #18:

A celtic heart garland featuring red celtic knot hearts and white crocheted hearts on a white wooden background

Celtic Heart Garland – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Celtic Heart Garland combines 2 free patterns that are available on this blog – The Celtic Knot Heart and the Heartfelt Prayer Square. I love to crochet garlands and hang them up throughout the year. This one looks great on a mantel or wall and is easy to put together. You do need to sew the Celtic Hearts thoroughly so that they hang nicely or you can add some felt to the back by sewing or hot gluing!

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Crochet Heart Pattern #19:

A woven heart basket made in red and silver sparkly yarn hanging from a white mantel

Woven Heart Basket – Click here for the FREE crochet pattern on this blog!

The Woven Heart Basket is a unique decoration that uses only the single crochet stitch. You’ll need a few other craft supplies and your trusty hot glue gun for this one! If you add a paper or felt liner, you can fill this basket with yummy treats and give as a gift this Valentine’s Day. Who would you make one for?

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Celtic Heart Pattern #20:

Another one of the crochet heart projects - a purple prayer square with a white lacy heart sewn on top hanging on a white birch tree

Heartfelt Prayer Square – Click here for the FREE crochet pattern on this blog!

The Heartfelt Prayer Square is easy to make with Red Heart’s Unforgettable yarn – This yarn comes in beautiful colorways and has long color changes. A prayer square is a small project that you can give to someone who is going through a difficult time to remind them that they are not alone and that you are thinking of them and praying for them. The simple heart motif is sewn on top and made out of Size 3 cotton yarn.

Yarn: Red Heart Unforgettable

Crochet Heart Pattern #21:

A light brown teddy bear with a bright red granny square heart on his chest sitting on children's books

Love You Teddy – Click here to purchase this pattern in the Feb. 2016 issue of Crochet World

(There is one issue available on Ebay right now but you may be able to find another issue by entering the name in the search bar)

I had fun designing the Love You Teddy several years ago. I intentionally wanted to create some features that were in the Granny Square-style – the center square and the ends of the arms and legs. The stitches used are mostly single crochet and double crochet.

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Crochet Heart Patterns #22:

White and peach lacy crochet hearts on sticks inside a cake for decoration

Crochet Party Decorations – Click here to purchase this pattern collection from Interweave

These Cake Topper Hearts are just one of several patterns that are included in this collection. The collection consists of flowers, hearts, and lace jar covers to make as decorations for a wedding or special party. With these flowers and hearts you can also make a bouquet, boutonniere, wrist corsage, lapel pins, and the above cake toppers. I love the idea of handmade wedding accessories! I would rate these crochet heart projects at an Intermediate level due to all of the thread crochet and assembly of pieces.

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #23:

Another crochet heart project made with celtic knot hearts in shades of pink and small white crocheted hearts on a white mannequin

Celtic Heart Scarf – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Celtic Heart Scarf is purely decorative with its alternating Celtic Knot Hearts and small white heart motifs. This would make a great teacher gift and is one-size-fits-all!

Yarn: Big Twist by Joann’s Fabrics and Crafts

Crochet Heart Pattern #24:

A celtic heart pillow featuring an intricate celtic knot heart made in red yarn sewn onto a bright blue pillow base on a white blanket

Celtic Heart Pillow – Click here to learn more about this pattern and purchase it in my Etsy Shop

The Celtic Heart Pillow incorporates a large and intricate Celtic Heart design that is easy to weave with the included life-size diagrams and detailed instructions. The pillow base is crocheted with thick blanket yarn which makes it super soft and work up very fast.

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver and Bernat Blanket

Crochet Heart Pattern #25:

A granny square style blanket made in blue and white with a giant heart in the center on a black couch with heart balloons near by

Heartwarming Blanket – Click here to purchase this pattern from the digital magazine, I Like Crochet

The Heartwarming Blanket uses special color changes to create a heart-shape within a giant Granny Square. This blanket is crocheted with chunky and soft blanket yarn and feels great to wrap up in!

Yarn: Bernat Blanket Yarn

Crochet Heart Pattern #26:

Another one of the crochet heart projects showing 19 hearts inside a circle mandala design in reds, whites and pinks

Heart Mandala – Click here to see this pattern for FREE (that was published in the Jan 2014 issue of Crochet Today!)

The Heart Mandala is an intricate doily that includes 19 heart motifs that are crocheted first and then stitches are added around them to create the mandala circle. This was a challenging project to design and I love how it turned out! This is one of the intermediate Crochet Heart Projects in this list.

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #27:

The Celtic Heart Bun Cover with a celtic knot heart in the center and lacy stitches around on a young girls' hair bun

Celtic Heart Bun Cover – Click here to purchase this pattern on Ravelry

The Celtic Heart Bun Cover is a quick project to make for your favorite ballerina! This bun cover features the simple Celtic Knot Heart with a large scallop edging. Then easy lacy stitches are added around the heart motif to create the bun cover shape.

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Crochet Heart Pattern #28:

The Celtic Heart Bookmark made in red on the corner of a white page in a book with a candle and fern in background

Celtic Heart Bookmark – Click here to see more info and to purchase this pattern in my Etsy Shop

The Celtic Heart Bookmark is a delicate corner bookmark made with Size 10 cotton crochet thread and is an Intermediate level pattern. The Celtic Heart is very easy to weave especially with the included diagram and the instructions include over 25 color photos to help you with each step. This is one of the newest Crochet Heart Projects.

Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Thread (Size 10)

Crochet Heart Pattern #29:

White crochet bag with colorful circle motif and small heart motif on top

Crochet Pocket of Thanks – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Crochet Pocket of Thanks features a simple small heart motif at its center to help you remember to be thankful for all of your blessings. This little bag is the perfect place to collect your notes of thankfulness so you can read them and be encouraged at a later date. You can also make this project into a practical crossbody bag and add a snap for closure along the top.

Yarn: Wander by Furls

Crochet Heart Pattern #30:

A blue key fob made with 2 intertwining hearts hanging on a green bag

Celtic Knot Key Fob – Click here to see the FREE pattern on this blog!

The Celtic Knot Key Fob is made up of 2 hearts that mirror each other. I made mine in shades of blue but you can make yours in any color you would like! It can be used as a keychain or as a zipper pull as you see in the photo above. One of the neat things about this design is that I have seen it on a stranger’s bag while at my daughter’s Irish dance competition! Thank you to everyone who visits my blog and makes these patterns! I love to see your photos and hear about your creations! 🙂

Yarn: Size 3 cotton crochet thread

Another small collage of the crochet heart projects showing the earrings, celtic square, celtic heart necklace, heart earring and celtic knot heart decoration

30 Crochet Heart Patterns!

And there you have it – 30 crochet heart patterns! Thank you for visiting my blog and browsing through this list! I hope you found some projects that you are excited to crochet. Please email me if you have any questions about any of the patterns – I am happy to help! As I create more heart designs, I will be adding to this list – I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of crocheting and designing hearts!

Remember to pin the image below so you don’t forget where you found all these great heart patterns!

Happy crocheting!

Jennifer

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