Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Easy Crochet Heart

I know some of you are sick of seeing hearts now that Valentine's Day is now over. However, I wanted to share this because it really wasn't for Valentine's day. I was experimenting with a easy crochet heart pattern that I found. I made some of my own changes and then turned it into a garland for my daughter's bedroom.

Easy Crochet Heart
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Here is the link to the original pattern, Large Lacy Heart. Also, if you are into looking for some more patterns for crochet, be sure to check out the site. I must warn you, you could spend hours looking because there is so many patterns.

Easy Crochet Heart
Photo Source: Creative Mess
Easy Crochet Heart
Photo Source: Creative Mess
My daughters room is kinda blah. I really wanted to do something to make it girly and colorfull. As you can see outside there is no sun and there is snow. It has been grey for days, really depressing. I am so ready for the warm weather! How about you? So I came up with this cute heart garland. I finished it last night and hung it up while she was sleeping, so that she could wake up to this surprise.


Like I said, I found the original pattern here. Below is what I did with my changes for the easy crochet heart.


Abbreviations:

hdc = Half double Crochet
dc = Double Crochet
sc = Single Crochet

Supplies:

 two colors of worsted yarn: I used Lily Sugar' n Cream Rose Pink and Yellow Sunshine



Crochet Hook 5.50 mm
Color 1


Round 1: Ch-4, join with slip stitch to first Ch to form ring; Ch - 1; [ 3 hdc in ring, Ch - 2 ] 4 times; join with slip stitch to the first hdc. You should have a total of 12 hdc and 4 Ch - 2 spaces

Round 2: [ 9 dc in center hdc of the next 3-hdc group, slip stitch in the Ch - 2 space ] 2 times; sc in next 3 hdc, sc in next Ch - 2 space, sc in next 3 hdc; join with slip stitch to the first hdc. Finish off.


Color 2



Round 3: Right side facing, join color 2 with slip stitch to second sc of second 3 sc group....Note: this confused me. To make it simple it is where the bottom point is. Ch - 3, slip stitch in same sc, [ Ch - 3, skip the next sc, slip stitch in the next sc ] 2 times, [ Ch - 3,  slip stitch in next hdc, Ch - 3 ] 9 times; working over next slip stitch, slip stitch in Ch - 2 space on round 1...Note: this is the dip that gives it shape for the heart. [ Ch - 3, slip stitch in next hdc ] 9 times; Ch - 3, slip stitch in next slip stitch, [ Ch - 3, skip next sc, slip stitch in next sc ] 2 times; Ch - 3; join with slip stitch to first sc. Finish off. Weave the ends.


This is what I did for the garland that I made, you could use any method that suits you best:

I made 2 of these for the ends so there is slack to tie = Ch - 30; turn and sc back; Finish off
I made 3 of these for in between the hearts = Ch - 15; turn and sc back; Finish off
Attach the lines on wrong side of heart.

Enjoy!

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36 comments:

  1. KrystalFebruary 20, 2013 at 11:04 PM

    Those hearts are so cute, I really need to learn to crochet!

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  2. AngelaFebruary 20, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    So cute, and really pretty, and i am not sick of hearts, i love them all year round :)

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  3. With A BlastFebruary 20, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    Hearts are always welcome and I know a girl, no matter their age, likes hearts around them. This garland is lovely :-)

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  4. LauraFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    I am popping of from the blog hop at Dysfunction Junction :) LOOVE all the crafy ideas on your blog!

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  5. UnknownFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Love this! The garland is beautiful - love the colors. I'd be thrilled if you'd link up at this week's Off the Hook!

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  6. PaulaFebruary 21, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    That's really pretty! I've never seen a crocheted garland before :)
    Thanks for linking up for WW!

    Paula
    lifeasweknowitbypaula.blogspot.com

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  7. PamelaFebruary 21, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    This is so adorable. I love the yellow and pink together. I've been crocheting hearts and flowers this week, too. I'm using crochet thread--it's an easy project for traveling.

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  8. andrea@townandprairieFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Always love a garland...this is so sweet and colorful, perfect for a little girl!

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  9. DanielleFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    How simply wonderful! I'm pinning this to my crochet board!

    I found you at the No Rules party @ Sincerely, Paula! I'd love for you to share this with our readers at the Pinterest Power Party and get pinned! Hope you have a Terrific Thursday!

    Danielle
    http://www.sewmuchcrafting.com/2013/02/pinterest-power-party-co-hosting.html?

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  10. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    just adorable, hearts are perfect no matter what time of year!

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  11. PJ February 22, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    Adorable I think i can never knit that way!!! I came in form the Happy Friday blog hop
    I follow you , Hope you will visit my blog and follow too.
    Hugs
    PJ
    lightboxcreative.blogspot.in

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  12. SincerelyhookedFebruary 22, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    I can never have enough crochet hearts in my life, love your pattern & will be trying that first chance I get!

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  13. JennyFebruary 22, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    I love this! Great job! I'd love to feature you sometime!


    Following from the blog hop!
    http://aworldofcrafts.blogspot.com/

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    cute! I pinned it. Little Bit from www.DecorateWithaLittleBit.com

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  15. JakeFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Hi Joanne, I'm a new follower from the meet and greet blog hop:) I love the look you went with for your blog, it is super cute! I crochet as well and look forward to reading your future posts in general...

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  16. Wilson TomFebruary 23, 2013 at 1:55 AM

    Hi, I am a new follower to your lovely blog (Via GFC)and it really feel pleasure meeting new awesome bloggers like you. Found you through Saturday Bloggy Takeaway.

    my blog: www.wilsontom.blogspot.com

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  17. KristinaFebruary 23, 2013 at 2:52 AM

    Love them! :D
    Anything crochet gets me every time.

    Thanks for linking up on the Getting to Know you blog hop!

    kristina
    kristina in retroworter

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  18. JFebruary 23, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Darling little heart! If I knew how to crochet I'd make it "just because" without any holiday in mind! Visiting from Meet and Greet.

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  19. KyotiFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Following from the blog hop cute garland!
    http://kyoticrafts.blogspot.com/

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Hi, thanks for co-hosting the blog hop. I'm a new follower. I love the heart. When I was a little girl, my mom tried to show me how to crochet but it just didn't click. I really wish I would have tried harder. Have a great weekend!
    Theresa

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  21. 2justByouFebruary 23, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    I love hearts - all year round! =0) This garland is really pretty.
    ~Kim
    http://2justByou.blogspot.com
    PS - Meet & Greet hop is open all weekend long, if you'd like to come join us.

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  22. Stone Cottage AdventuresFebruary 23, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Oh, how cute! I love the color combination. They are so pretty with the light streaming through them. -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  23. mommy Orkid BelleFebruary 23, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    Thank you for sharing this one. I have been crocheting as well, but I want to know how to make those hearts and now I stumbled upon your cute heart crochet. So cute! Following you via GFC via Blog hop.

    Adin B
    http://www.chetopianfamily4.com

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  24. Leisa @ Day by DayFebruary 23, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    This is great! Thanks for the 'how to' :-)

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  25. AnnabelleFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Hi - I came from the Power of Pinterest party. Pinning your cute little heart!

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  26. Yona WilliamsFebruary 23, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    The crocheted garland is absolutely the cutest! Love it!

    I'm stopping by from Create with Joy's Friendship Friday Linky. Have a great weekend!

    http://artpark78.com/blog1

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  27. GraceFebruary 24, 2013 at 3:50 AM

    Pretty! Love the pink and yellow colour combo!

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  28. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    Visit from Happy Friday Blog Hop.
    Time to visit and follow.
    would be great if you can visit and link up.
    Have a great day.
    Nan
    www.blogshe.net

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  29. CocaloresFebruary 24, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    What a cute idea! Love those crochet hearts, and your layout is really adorable!

    Now following!

    Anja @ cocalores.blogspot.com

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  30. HazelFebruary 25, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    oh what a super cute garland! I love those hearts :)

    found you via the meet and greet blog hop! So happy to have popped by. *waves hello* from a new follower, Hazel x

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  31. Sinea PiesFebruary 26, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    My granddaughter-in-law made hearts for favors for a bridal shower we hosted together. They were pins for the ladies to wear.

    New follower and fan here. You MUST come to my Wonderful Wednesday blog hop to add your links. Promise me! OK?

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  32. UnknownFebruary 27, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks for sharing on Tutorial Thursdays, it was great having you over.
    x
    Natalie
    www.marigoldsloft.blogspot.com

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  33. Rose :: Fine Craft GuildFebruary 28, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Very sweet! Thank you for sharing!

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  34. Art and SandMarch 2, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    Thanks for sharing. I am making some little crocheted sachet bags and I want to embellish them. The crocheted heart will be perfect. I will do a post on them when I am finished and let you know so you can see how your idea inspired me.

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  35. LisaMarch 7, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Those are super cute! I should give that a try cuz my daughter would just love them!

    Lisa
    P.S. Thanks for linking up to the GtKY hop last weekend. Sorry for the late visit! :)

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  36. Diana of Diana RamblesMarch 7, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Very cute!! Thanks for sharing this at my Pin Me Linky Party. I hope you come visit & link again.

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