Crochet Heart Keychain & Bag Charm

Materials Needed

• Two contrasting colors of yarn
• 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Stuffing
• Keyring (optional)

Step by Step Guide

Starting the Base of the Heart

Chain Four: Create a slip knot and chain four.

Row 1 (Single Crochet Row):

• Single crochet in the second chain from the hook.
• Complete three single crochets to end the row.
• Turn your work.

Increasing Stitches

Row 2 (Increase Row):

• Start with an increase (two single crochets in one stitch).
• One single crochet in the next stitch.
• Finish with another increase.

Turn your work.

Adding the Second Color

Row 3 (Adding Color):

• Hold the second color (pink) at the back of your work.
• Start with an increase using the main color (red).
• Add a heart stitch (single crochet using pink, finish with red).
• Complete a single crochet with red.
• Add another heart stitch.
• Finish the row with an increase.

You will now have seven stitches.

Securing the Pink Yarn

Row 4:

• Hold the pink yarn in front.
• Perform single crochets while carrying the pink yarn inside the stitches.
• Ensure the pink is tight and hidden within the red yarn.
• The last stitch of this row is an increase.

Creating More Heart Stitches

Row 5:

• Start with an increase.
• Create heart stitches followed by single crochets for the desired pattern.
• End with an increase.

Completing the Top Dome of the Heart

Rows 6–8:

• Continue with alternating heart and single crochet stitches.
• End Row 8 with 16 single crochets.

Decreasing Stitches for the Dome Shape

Rows 9–12:

• Perform decreases at the beginning and end of each row to start forming the dome top.
• Adjust heart stitches and single crochets accordingly.

Shaping the Dome

Creating the Dome Top:

• Perform necessary decreases to shape the dome.
• Finish with decreases, single crochets, and secure the end.

Starting the Second Dome of the Heart

Forming the Second Dome:

• Insert the hook into the appropriate position to start the second dome.
• Repeat the procedure from steps 7–12 to form the mirror image of the first dome.

Joining Two Heart Pieces

Single Crochet Around:

• Place two heart pieces together, right sides facing each other.
• Single crochet around the edges, leaving a small opening.

Stuffing and Finishing

Stuffing the Heart

• Turn the heart inside out.
• Use the crochet hook to push out the top of the heart.
• Add stuffing, distribute it evenly.
• Sew the opening shut.

Adding Keyring or Yarn Loop

Finishing Touches:

• Attach a keyring or create a yarn hanger (chain 30).
• Use a tapestry needle to secure the loop through a stitch on the heart.

Tie and hide any knots.