I’m sharing a collection of 50+ crochet patterns with hearts in today’s roundup! This roundup includes blankets, motifs, and appliques; garments; headbands and hats; pillows, baskets, dishcloths and washcloths, hot pads, and mug rugs; mittens and slippers; softies and toys; and more! You can use these patterns for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or to show love for any other occasion!
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50+ Fabulous and Free Crochet Patterns with Hearts
Hearts are symbols of love and affection and they also add a decorative touch to crochet patterns. In this roundup, I’m sharing more than 50 fabulous and free crochet patterns with hearts for all ages and occasions!
6+ Blanket, Motif, and Applique Patterns
These 6+ free crochet patterns include blankets, granny squares, and appliques with hearts. Shown clockwise from top left corner.
- Granny Square Heart by Naztazia: This vintage-look granny square pattern includes written instructions and a video tutorial.
- Nadia’s Panda Lovey by Snappy Tots: This adorable panda lovey has a heart applique.
- Granny’s Heart by Hodgepodge Crochet: This granny square pattern is available as a free Ravelry download.
- Valentine’s Day Granny Squares by Raffamusa Designs: This set includes a growing list of Valentine’s Day granny square and applique patterns.
- Heart Eyes Emoji by Golden Lucy Crafts: This pattern is one in a series of heart-shaped emoji.
- You Stole My Heart Blanket by Knitting with Chopsticks: This easy colorwork blanket is beginner-friendly.
- Ombré Heart Blanket by 5 Little Monsters: This blanket is made with popular corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet.
3 Garment Patterns
These three free crochet patterns include a sweater, a crop top, and a vest. Shown from left to right.
- Infatuation by Revel Crochet: This granny stitch sweater with heart is available in 8 sizes.
- Heart Shaped Crop Top by Toyslab Creations: This crop top pattern in 1 size includes a video tutorial.
- Heidi Hearts Vest by Divine Debris: This vest pattern is available in 6 sizes.
8 Headwear Patterns
These eight free crochet patterns include headbands and hats. Shown clockwise from top left corner.
- Love is Cold Ear Warmer by Moogly: This pattern includes two sizes.
- Valentine Headband by Crochet ‘n’ Create: This simple pattern with a heart applique includes separate instructions with US abbreviations and UK abbreviations.
- My Love Beanie and Slouch by A Crocheted Simplicity: This hat pattern with a textured heart includes two hat band options (Stretchy Hat Band or Simple Hat Band) and two lengths (Beanie or Slouch) in four child and adult sizes.
- Happy Hearts Headband by Posh Pooch Designs: This pattern is available in three sizes and includes a video tutorial.
- Baby Mine Hat by Moogly: This pattern is available in three sizes for kids.
- A Hat with Love by My Hobby is Crochet: This pattern uses stranded colorwork and includes a video tutorial.
- Valentine’s Day Heart Hat by Oombawka Design Crochet: This beanie pattern is available in 3 child and adult sizes.
- Puppy Dog Hat by Krissy’s Over the Mountain Crochet: This cute hat is available in two preemie sizes and a newborn size.
15 Patterns for Home
These 15 free patterns for home include projects for cleaning, decorating, and organizing.
- Lots of Love Heart Pillow by Chain 8 Designs: This textured pillow pattern includes tips for the colorwork.
- Heart Shaped Cloth by Moogly: This heart-shaped washcloth or dishcloth uses the popular granny stitch.
- Valentine Pixel Heart Pillow by Hooked on Patterns: This pillow is made with solid granny squares and includes right-handed and left-handed assembly instructions.
- Valentine Cup Cozy by Handmade by Stacy J: This quick pattern includes a video for the heart motif.
- Heart Basket by Hooked on Patterns: This cute basket has a shell border.
- Conversation Heart Box by Moogly: This felted heart box is great for gifting.
- Heart Nesting Baskets by Blackstone Designs: These nesting baskets use craft wire or chenille sticks to keep their shape.
- Bobble Heart Dishcloth by 5 Little Monsters: This pattern is one of four in the Valetine’s Dishcloth Collection.
- Waffle Heart Washcloth by Raffamusa Designs: This heart-shaped dishcloth uses a combination of traditional and the corner-to-corner variation of the waffle stitch.
- Heart Wheel Doily by Handmade by Raine: This lacy doily uses filet crochet.
- Bedside Pocket by Celtic Knot Crochet: This bedside pocket organizer is decorated with a heart and a star motif.
- I Carry Your Heart Mandala by Look At What I Made: This 3-part crochet along makes a wall hanging with 4 hearts at the center.
- Heart Hot Pad by Celtic Knot Crochet: This layered hot pad is decorated with a heart applique.
- Quick Valentine’s Day Cup Sleeve by Oombawka Design: This pattern is available in 3 different cup sizes.
- Heart Stitch Mug Rug by Krissy’s Over the Mountain Crochet: This is part of the Proverbs series of 6 free patterns using the same stitch pattern.
4 Patterns for Mittens and Slippers
These four free pattern pairs are for mittens and slippers. Shown from left to right.
- Heart & Sole Slippers by My Hobby is Crochet: In addition to the women’s size version, there is a child size version of this pattern.
- Vermont Valentine Mittens by Stitch and Hustle: This Valentine’s Day version of the mittens that Bernie Sanders wore to the 2021 presidential inauguration is a great scrap buster.
- Mittens with Heart by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts: This pattern is available in nine child and adult sizes.
- Helena Heart Mitts by Banana Moon Studio: This pattern for fingerless mitts is available in 7 child and adult sizes.
6 Patterns for Other Accessories
These six free crochet pattern for accessories include scarves, earmuffs, and bags. Shown clockwise from top left corner.
- Warm Hands Warm Heart by Underground Crafter: This striped pocket scarf is adorned with heart appliques.
- Heartbeat Scarf by Banana Moon Studio: This granny stitch scarf includes a colorful heart on each end using crochet intarsia colorwork.
- Emoji Earmuffs by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts: These earmuffs are crocheted over a headband and include a video tutorial.
- Granny Heart Square Bag by Lisa Auch: This pattern includes a layout for a tote with a flat bottom using the Granny Heart Square.
- Heart Pouch by Nicki’s Homemade Crafts: This simple pouch can be used to hold candy, tissues, or gift cards.
- Valentine Treat Bag by A Crocheted Simplicity: These bags can also be used as accessories for 18” dolls.
9 Crochet Softie and Toy Patterns
These nine free crochet pattern for softies and toys are super soft and cuddly! Shown clockwise from top left corner.
- Penguin Pillow Pal by Underground Crafter: This cuddly penguin pillow has a heart applique and works up quickly with super bulky yarn.
- Cupig Amigurumi Pig by Crafty Kitty Crochet: This adorable softie pig has wings and a heart.
- Theo the Valentine Bear by The Blue Elephants: This adorable softie bear has a 3D heart.
- Love Critter by Underground Crafter: This cute softie has a scarf and a heart as adornments.
- Valentine’s Day Snow Globe by Golden Lucy Crafts: This is one in a series of free themed snow globe patterns.
- Valentine the Sloth by Phaxsi Creations: The cute little sloth has bangs and holds a 3D heart.
- Sweetheart Bunny by All About Ami: This adorable bunny softie has a cute dress with a heart motif.
- Valentine Puppy by Coco Crochet Lee: This large, huggable softie is crocheted with blanket yarn. There is a matching Valentine Kitty Pillow, too.
- Cuddly Jamie by Underground Crafter: This huggable, rag doll style cat has a decorative heart applique.
Still looking for more handmade gift idea inspiration? If you sew, you may want to check out my Heart Softie pattern!
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Crochet Patterns with Hearts
Crochet patterns with hearts are a popular choice for expressing love and affection. They can be used for various occasions, including Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or simply to show love for someone special. These patterns add a decorative touch to a wide range of crochet projects.
Blanket, Motif, and Applique Patterns
The article mentions several free crochet patterns for blankets, motifs, and appliques with hearts. Here are a few examples:
- Granny Square Heart by Naztazia: This vintage-look granny square pattern includes written instructions and a video tutorial.
- Nadia's Panda Lovey by Snappy Tots: This adorable panda lovey features a heart applique.
- Granny's Heart by Hodgepodge Crochet: This granny square pattern is available as a free Ravelry download.
- Valentine's Day Granny Squares by Raffamusa Designs: This set includes a growing list of Valentine's Day granny square and applique patterns.
- Heart Eyes Emoji by Golden Lucy Crafts: This pattern is part of a series of heart-shaped emoji patterns.
- You Stole My Heart Blanket by Knitting with Chopsticks: This easy colorwork blanket is beginner-friendly.
- Ombré Heart Blanket by 5 Little Monsters: This blanket is made using the popular corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet technique.
Garment Patterns
The article also features three free crochet patterns for garments:
- Infatuation by Revel Crochet: This granny stitch sweater with a heart design is available in eight sizes.
- Heart Shaped Crop Top by Toyslab Creations: This pattern includes a video tutorial and is available in one size.
- Heidi Hearts Vest by Divine Debris: This vest pattern is available in six sizes.
Headwear Patterns
If you're looking to crochet headbands or hats with heart designs, the article provides eight free patterns:
- Love is Cold Ear Warmer by Moogly: This pattern includes two sizes.
- Valentine Headband by Crochet 'n' Create: This simple pattern with a heart applique includes separate instructions with US and UK abbreviations.
- My Love Beanie and Slouch by A Crocheted Simplicity: This hat pattern with a textured heart includes options for hat bands and lengths in child and adult sizes.
- Happy Hearts Headband by Posh Pooch Designs: This pattern is available in three sizes and includes a video tutorial.
- Baby Mine Hat by Moogly: This pattern is available in three sizes for kids.
- A Hat with Love by My Hobby is Crochet: This pattern uses stranded colorwork and includes a video tutorial.
- Valentine's Day Heart Hat by Oombawka Design Crochet: This beanie pattern is available in three child and adult sizes.
- Puppy Dog Hat by Krissy's Over the Mountain Crochet: This cute hat is available in two preemie sizes and a newborn size.
Patterns for Home
If you're interested in crocheting items for your home, the article offers 15 free patterns:
- Lots of Love Heart Pillow by Chain 8 Designs: This textured pillow pattern includes tips for colorwork.
- Heart Shaped Cloth by Moogly: This heart-shaped washcloth or dishcloth uses the popular granny stitch.
- Valentine Pixel Heart Pillow by Hooked on Patterns: This pillow is made with solid granny squares and includes assembly instructions.
- Valentine Cup Cozy by Handmade by Stacy J: This quick pattern includes a video tutorial for the heart motif.
- Heart Basket by Hooked on Patterns: This cute basket features a shell border.
- Conversation Heart Box by Moogly: This felted heart box is great for gifting.
- Heart Nesting Baskets by Blackstone Designs: These nesting baskets use craft wire or chenille sticks to maintain their shape.
- Bobble Heart Dishcloth by 5 Little Monsters: This pattern is one of four in the Valentine's Dishcloth Collection.
- Waffle Heart Washcloth by Raffamusa Designs: This heart-shaped dishcloth uses a combination of traditional and corner-to-corner variations of the waffle stitch.
- Heart Wheel Doily by Handmade by Raine: This lacy doily uses filet crochet.
- Bedside Pocket by Celtic Knot Crochet: This bedside pocket organizer is decorated with a heart and star motif.
- I Carry Your Heart Mandala by Look At What I Made: This crochet along makes a wall hanging with four hearts at the center.
- Heart Hot Pad by Celtic Knot Crochet: This layered hot pad is decorated with a heart applique.
- Quick Valentine's Day Cup Sleeve by Oombawka Design: This pattern is available in three different cup sizes.
- Heart Stitch Mug Rug by Krissy's Over the Mountain Crochet: This pattern is part of the Proverbs series of six free patterns using the same stitch pattern.
Patterns for Mittens and Slippers
The article includes four free patterns for mittens and slippers:
- Heart & Sole Slippers by My Hobby is Crochet: This pattern is available in women's and child sizes.
- Vermont Valentine Mittens by Stitch and Hustle: These mittens are inspired by the ones Bernie Sanders wore to the 2021 presidential inauguration.
- Mittens with Heart by Nicki's Homemade Crafts: This pattern is available in nine child and adult sizes.
- Helena Heart Mitts by Banana Moon Studio: This pattern for fingerless mitts is available in seven child and adult sizes.
Patterns for Other Accessories
If you're interested in crocheting scarves, earmuffs, or bags with heart designs, the article provides six free patterns:
- Warm Hands Warm Heart by Underground Crafter: This striped pocket scarf is adorned with heart appliques.
- Heartbeat Scarf by Banana Moon Studio: This granny stitch scarf includes colorful hearts on each end using crochet intarsia colorwork.
- Emoji Earmuffs by Nicki's Homemade Crafts: These earmuffs are crocheted over a headband and include a video tutorial.
- Granny Heart Square Bag by Lisa Auch: This pattern includes a layout for a tote with a flat bottom using the Granny Heart Square.
- Heart Pouch by Nicki's Homemade Crafts: This simple pouch can be used to hold candy, tissues, or gift cards.
- Valentine Treat Bag by A Crocheted Simplicity: These bags can also be used as accessories for 18" dolls.
Crochet Softie and Toy Patterns
If you're interested in crocheting softies and toys, the article offers nine free patterns:
- Penguin Pillow Pal by Underground Crafter: This cuddly penguin pillow has a heart applique and works up quickly with super bulky yarn.
- Cupig Amigurumi Pig by Crafty Kitty Crochet: This adorable softie pig has wings and a heart.
- Theo the Valentine Bear by The Blue Elephants: This adorable softie bear has a 3D heart.
- Love Critter by Underground Crafter: This cute softie has a scarf and a heart as adornments.
- Valentine's Day Snow Globe by Golden Lucy Crafts: This is one in a series of free themed snow globe patterns.
- Valentine the Sloth by Phaxsi Creations: This cute little sloth has bangs and holds a 3D heart.
- Sweetheart Bunny by All About Ami: This adorable bunny softie has a cute dress with a heart motif.
- Valentine Puppy by Coco Crochet Lee: This large, huggable softie is crocheted with blanket yarn. There is also a matching Valentine Kitty Pillow.
- Cuddly Jamie by Underground Crafter: This huggable, rag doll-style cat has a decorative heart applique.
I hope this information helps you explore the world of crochet patterns with hearts! If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Happy crocheting!
