Crochet Heart Granny Square: A Charming Pattern for All Skill Levels

Discover the enchanting world of the Crochet Heart Granny Square, a delightful pattern that will add a touch of love and warmth to any project. This unique design combines the timeless beauty of the granny square with the intricate charm of a crochet heart motif. With its intricate stitches and delicate details, this pattern is perfect for those looking to create something truly special.

The heart motif adds a whimsical touch to the classic granny square, making it a versatile design that can be incorporated into various projects such as blankets, pillows, or even clothing. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is sure to captivate your imagination and inspire you to create something beautiful. So grab your crochet hook and yarn, and let the magic of the Crochet Heart Granny Square unfold before your eyes.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to work up the Heart Granny Square Crochet Pattern:

• 2 colors worsted weight yarn
• H hook
• tapestry needle, scissors

Abbreviations

Abbreviations, U.S. to U.K.

Finished Size

Finished size: approx. 4½ in.

Instructions

Round 1

With color A, make a magic ring (as an alternative to the magic ring, you can ch 4 and join with a slip stitch in the furthest chain from hook to form a ring).

Ch 2 (counts as hdc), working into the ring, work 3 hdc, 3 dc, ch 1, Sl st in ring, ch 1, continue working in the ring 3 dc, 3 hdc, join — 14 sts (not counting chains).

Round 2

Ch 2 (counts as hdc), work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 dc in next, 2 dc in next, 3 dc in next, ch 1, Sl st in Sl st from previous round, ch 1, 3 dc in next st, 2 dc in next, 1 dc in next, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts, join — 20 sts (not counting chains).

Round 3

Working in front loops only, Sl st in each st around, join and fasten off — 20 sts.

Round 4

Join Color B in back loop of the first st after join, ch 2 (counts as hdc), working in back loops only this round, work [1 dc, ch 3, 1 dc] in next st (1st corner made), 1 hdc in next st, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, 1 hdc in next st, [1 hdc, ch 3, 1 hdc] in next st (2nd corner made), 1 hdc in next, ch 2, skip next 2 sts (as well as the Sl st between them), 1 hdc in next, [1 hdc, ch 3, 1 hdc] in next st (3rd corner made), 1 hdc in next, ch 2, skip next 2 sts, 1 hdc in next st, [1 dc, ch 3, 1 dc] in next st (last corner made), 1 hdc in next st, ch 2, join in top of beg ch — 16 sts and 8 ch-sps.

Round 5

Sl st in next st and in ch-sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), work [2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the same ch-sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the next ch-sp, ch 2, *[3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in the next ch-sp, ch 2, 3 dc in the next ch-sp, ch 2, rep from * twice more, join in top of beg ch — 36 sts and 12 ch-sps.

Round 6

Ch 1 (does not count as st), work 1 sc in same st as join and each of the next 2 sts, 3 sc in ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in ch-sp, *1 sc in the next 3 sts, 3 sc in ch-sp, 1 sc in the next 3 sts, 2 sc in ch-sp, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in ch-sp, rep from * twice more, join — 64 sts.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Block to shape if desired.