
This adorable plush crochet Valentine heart pattern is perfect for crafting keychains, decorations, or gifts for loved ones. Designed with easy-to-follow steps, this pattern is ideal for both beginners and experienced crocheters. Using plush yarn and simple techniques, you’ll crochet two heart humps first, then join them to create the full heart shape. Let’s get started!This pattern by @danart_est is a delightful way to make plush hearts for gifts, keychains, or Valentine’s Day projects. Happy crocheting! 🧶
Abbreviations:
- mr: Magic Ring
- ch: Chain Stitch
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- r: Round(s)
- (…): Repeat the instructions within brackets the specified number of times
Materials and Tools Needed:
- Plush yarn in any color
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Soft stuffing material
- Stitch marker
- Yarn cutter or sharp scissors
Instructions
Crochet in Rounds:
You will first crochet two humps for the heart and then join them to shape the full heart.
First Hump:
R1: 2 ch, 5 sc in the second loop from the hook (or 5 sc in a magic ring). (5 stitches)
R2: 5 inc (2 sc in each stitch). (10 stitches)
R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) – repeat 5 times. (15 stitches)
R4: 15 sc around. (15 stitches)
Fasten off.
Second Hump:
R1: 2 ch, 5 sc in the second loop from the hook (or 5 sc in a magic ring). (5 stitches)
R2: 5 inc (2 sc in each stitch). (10 stitches)
R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) – repeat 5 times. (15 stitches)
R4: 15 sc around. (15 stitches)
Do not fasten off.
Joining the Humps and Shaping the Heart:
R5: Join the two humps together with a sl st (slip stitch).
- Work 15 sc in the first hump, then continue with 15 sc in the second hump. (30 stitches)
R6: (13 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 2 times. (28 stitches)
R7: (12 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 2 times. (26 stitches)
R8: (11 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 2 times. (24 stitches)
R9: (4 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 4 times. (20 stitches)
Stuff the heart with filler.
R10: (3 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 4 times. (16 stitches)
R11: (2 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 4 times. (12 stitches)
R12: (1 sc, 1 dec) – repeat 4 times. (8 stitches)
R13: 4 dec. (4 stitches)
Finishing Touches:
Fill the heart with stuffing before closing the hole. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing, and shape the heart with your hands.