Valentine Heart – Free Crochet Pattern and Modification

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As Valentine’s day is approaching, I wanted to design something with a Valentine’s theme. I created this heart crochet pattern to pair with a themed version of my free puppy crochet pattern!

This crochet heart is perfect to pair to any amigurumi for a Valentine twist! Here you’ll find not only the free heart crochet pattern, but also the details on what changes I made to my original puppy crochet pattern.

free heart crochet pattern in dark pink yarn held in a hand

I would classify this free heart crochet pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.


I hope you enjoy this free crochet pattern available here on my blog! An ad-free, formatted PDF version of this crochet pattern is also available for purchase here:


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Free Crochet Pattern for Valentine Heart

Pattern Specifics

Measurements: Approximately 3″
Gauge: Not necessary for this pattern; see notes
Hook Size: 5.0mm (H) crochet hook
Other Tools: tapestry needlestitch markers, scissors
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky (6)
Yarn Used: Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky
Yardage: 11 yds
Other Materials: poly-fil stuffing

Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

  • Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
  • All pieces are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
  • Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
  • Safety eyes and noses pose a choking risk for babies; therefore, if making this toy for a baby, I recommend using yarn, felt, or embroidered details.
  • All pieces require full stuffing. Stuff as you work to ensure each piece is completely filled.  
  • See tutorial photos.

Pattern

Using 5.0mm (H) hook:

Top 1:

R1: Begin with 6 SC in magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3-4: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving long strand for sewing. Fasten off.

Top 2:

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3-4: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Do not fasten off.

Joining:

R5: Join to first top with a SC. Add a stitch marker to this first SC st. SC in each st around first top and around second top, to beginning. (24 sts) See tutorial photos.

Sew the hole between the pieces.

R6: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 6 sts. Repeat from * around. (21 sts)

R7: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R8: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (15 sts)

R9: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Fill with stuffing.

R10: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (9 sts)

R11: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (6 sts) Cut yarn, weave yarn in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Tie off and weave in ends.

Free Pattern Modification for Peanut the Puppy

Pattern Specifics

Measurements: Approximately 7” tall (sitting) or 10” tall (standing)
Gauge: Not necessary for this pattern; see notes
Hook Size: 5.0mm (H) crochet hook
Other Tools: tapestry needlestitch markers, scissors
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky (6)
Yarn Used: Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky
Yardage: color A (mushroom): 90 yds, color B (ballet pink): 25 yds
Other Materials: poly-fil stuffing, 12mm safety eyes

Peanut the Puppy Pattern Modification

Using 5.0mm (H) hook:

Using the original Peanut the Puppy pattern, follow all pieces as written with the below indicated color changes. Substitute recommended size safety eyes to 12mm safety eyes.

For body and head, change color A to mushroom and color B to light pink.

For ear 1, change color C to light pink.

For ear 2, change color B to light pink and color C to mushroom. 

For legs, use light pink for R1-4 and mushroom for R5-16.

For arms, use light pink for R1-3 and mushroom for R4-13.

For tail, change color C to light pink and color A to mushroom.

Assembly & Finishing

See tutorial photos.

Assemble the puppy crochet pattern as written.

Sew the crochet heart to each of the puppy’s arms.

I hope you enjoyed this free heart crochet pattern!

We Crochet / Knit Picks Brava Worsted
Brava yarn by Crochet.com

Ad-Free PDF Pattern for Valentine Heart

Tips & Tricks

  • I highly recommend using pins to assist in assembling any amigurumi, and this Valentine puppy and heart crochet pattern is no different!
  • Keep track of the beginning of your continuous rounds when making amigurumi by using stitch markers.
  • For more ideas to improve your crochet heart and other crochet amigurumi projects, check out my list of amigurumi tips and tricks.

Alterations

  • You can use this free heart crochet pattern to turn any amigurumi project into a Valentine plush!
  • Use this heart crochet pattern to make keychains, garland, and so much more!
  • No matter what yarn you choose for this crochet heart, be sure to use a comparable hook size to suit your chosen yarn.

More Free Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

I hope that you’ve enjoyed this heart crochet pattern and Valentine puppy instructions! You may also enjoy my Valentine love bug crochet pattern, or any of my other many amigurumi crochet patterns.


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Thanks for stopping by! Happy crafting!

Nicole

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