Free crochet heart tutorials

Published on September 8, 2026 by Angie

Share the love with these beautiful heart crochet projects! From Valentines to weddings, anniversaries and celebrations, these crafts will make your heart skip a stitch.

1. Crochet the fastest heart

In this easy step-by-step tutorial, Katie from The Queen Stitch shows us how to crochet the easiest, speediest heart on the planet! Use for hanging, embellishing and dressing up any corner of the house or gifting to a special someone.

2. Newborn Heart Beanie by Spider Mambo

I love this adorable newborn heart beanie. It’s an intermediate design with heart motif crocheted in Malabrigo Worsted for a beautifully soft finish.

3. Stick Hearts by Annemarie Benthem

Add a lovely little charm to your Valentine's Day with these crochet stick hearts. Crocheted in Phildar Phil Coton 3, these hearts are just the trick to taking a surprise Valentine's dinner to the next level.

5. 9 of Hearts Card by Paintbox Yarns

A card is a great start to tell your honey how much you care. The 9 of Hearts Card by Paintbox Yarns is perfect for doing just that!

6. Valentine's Day Gift Bag by Little Doolally

Need the perfect yarny wrapping for the Valentine's delights you're gifting? We've got just the thing! This beginner pattern from Little Doolally can be crocheted in any DK yarn your heart desires.

7. Half My Heart Crochet Hotpad by Rose Obom

Does your other half love to cook? Crochet them this hotpad (or trivet), to bring a little love into the kitchen.

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