Hearts are one of my favorite things to crochet. They’re quick, beginner-friendly, and so versatile. You can turn them into keychains, garlands, appliqués, pillows, coasters, or sweet little gifts for someone you love.
In this post, I’ve gathered 13 of my free heart crochet patterns, plus a few flowers and gift ideas. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, but they’re just as lovely all year round, for birthdays, Mother’s Day, weddings, baby showers, or simply to brighten someone’s day. Most of them come with a step-by-step video tutorial, so you can crochet along with me.
Tips Before You Start
- Choose a sweet color palette. Red, pink, white, and soft pastels always look lovely together. Try mixing different shades of pink for a modern look.
- Try different yarns. Fluffy or chenille yarn gives hearts a soft, cuddly feel, while cotton yarn gives neat, crisp stitches.
- Turn hearts into gifts. Add a keyring, a hanging loop, or a pin back, and a small heart becomes a keychain, an ornament, or a brooch.
- Making toys for little kids? Embroider the eyes or faces with yarn instead of using safety eyes, especially for children under 3.
3D & Amigurumi Hearts
1. Puffy Heart Crochet Pattern
A soft, puffy heart made from two flat pieces joined together and stuffed. It’s perfect for keychains, garlands, plushies, or as a cute Valentine’s gift.
2. Amigurumi Heart Crochet Tutorial | Crochet for Beginners
A beginner-friendly amigurumi heart worked in the round. Make a few in different sizes and colors and fill a small basket or jar with them.
3. How To Crochet Heart Amigurumi (3D Heart Crochet)
Another take on the 3D heart. Add a loop on top to hang it on a branch or a door handle as a sweet Valentine’s decoration.
4. Heart Pillow Crochet Tutorial
A cozy heart-shaped pillow that makes a lovely handmade gift or a sweet decoration for a bedroom or sofa.
Flat Hearts & Appliqués
5. Mini Heart Crochet Tutorial
Tiny, quick, and perfect for using up leftover yarn. Sew them onto cards, gift bags, or clothes.
6. Heart Crochet Tutorial
A simple flat heart that works well as a coaster, a decoration, or a garland piece.
7. Solid Heart Crochet Easy Tutorial | Heart Applique Crochet Along
A solid heart appliqué you can sew onto hats, bags, blankets, or pillows. Crochet along with the video step by step.
8. Crochet Mini Heart Applique
A small heart appliqué that’s great for embellishing handmade cards, scrapbooks, and gift wrapping.
Granny Hearts
9. Crochet Solid Heart Granny Square
A heart worked inside a granny square. Join several together for a Valentine’s blanket, pillow cover, or bag.
10. Solid Granny Heart Crochet Tutorial
A solid granny-style heart that’s perfect as a coaster or an appliqué.
11. How To Crochet Granny Heart
A classic granny heart. Make a string of them in red and pink for a sweet Valentine’s garland.
Heart Home Decor
12. Heart Basket Easy Crochet Tutorial
A heart-shaped basket that’s perfect for holding chocolates, small gifts, or jewelry.
13. Heart Cactus Mini Storage Crochet Pattern
A cute heart-shaped cactus that doubles as mini storage. It makes a fun gift for plant lovers who forget to water their plants!
Valentine’s Gift Ideas: Flowers & More
14. Rose Flower Crochet Tutorial | Crochet Along Easy & Fast
Roses are the classic Valentine’s flower, and crochet roses last forever. Make a small bouquet or attach one to a gift.
15. Tulip Flower Crochet Pattern
Tulips make a sweet and slightly unexpected Valentine’s bouquet. Crochet them in red, pink, or white.
16. How To Crochet Mini Bear Amigurumi
A little teddy bear is always a sweet Valentine’s gift. Valentine’s twist: sew a mini heart appliqué onto its tummy or paw.
17. Flower Crochet Pattern Fast and Easy
Another quick and easy flower idea. You simply crochet circles, fold them in half, and shape them into a pretty flower. Make a few in red and pink to add to your Valentine’s bouquet or gift wrapping.
More Easy Valentine’s Crochet Ideas
- Heart garland: String together mini hearts, granny hearts, and flat hearts in red, pink, and white.
- Heart keychains: Attach a keyring to a puffy heart or amigurumi heart for a quick, useful gift.
- Crochet bouquet: Combine roses and tulips, and wrap them with paper or ribbon.
- Gift basket: Fill a heart basket with chocolates and a few small crocheted hearts.
- Classroom Valentines: Mini hearts and small appliqués are quick enough to make several for friends or classmates.
- Make-and-sell items: Heart keychains, appliqués, and small flowers are popular at craft fairs and markets in early February.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the easiest Valentine’s crochet project for beginners?
Flat hearts like the mini heart or the heart appliqué are the easiest place to start. Once you’re comfortable working in rounds, try the amigurumi heart or the puffy heart.
What can I make with crochet hearts?
Keychains, garlands, appliqués for clothes and bags, gift toppers, ornaments, coasters, or a blanket made from granny hearts.
Happy crocheting, and happy Valentine’s Day! 💗
Whether you’re making a gift for someone special or simply crocheting for yourself, I hope these heart patterns bring you lots of joy. If you make any of them, I’d love to see them. You can find all my video tutorials on my YouTube channel, and don’t forget to save this post on Pinterest for later.
