Discover the art of love-infused crochet with our 'Crafting Love' pattern. This delightful tutorial guides you through crafting an enchanting heart to adorn your baby's cardigan. Perfect for crafters of all levels, this pattern adds a touch of charm and functionality to your baby's wardrobe. Dive into the world of crochet, and create a handmade masterpiece that's sure to warm hearts. Follow our step-by-step instructions and craft a piece filled with love for your little one's cardigan.

Creating a crochet heart applique is a charming and creative project. Below is a simple crochet pattern to make a heart that you can attach not only to baby items like cardigans, blankets, onesies, or bibs but also to various garments like dresses, t-shirts, sweaters, scarves, or hats. Perfect for a variety of projects, this pattern is a delightful addition to your crafting repertoire.

Incorporated as an essential element within the Heart Pocket Cardigan pattern, explore this heart motif by clicking on the following link:
Baby Girl Cardigan with Wide Sleeves, Fluffy Yarn, and Heart-Shaped Pockets: The Ultimate Fashion Statement

Materials You'll Need

1. Yarn: Choose yarn of your choice.
2. Crochet Hook: Select an appropriate hook size based on your yarn weight.
3. Scissors: For cutting yarn.
4. Yarn Needle: To weave in ends and sew the heart to the cardigan.

Crochet stitches Abbreviations

ch(s) = chain(s) ; mc = magic circle; ch(s) = chain(s); st(s) = stitch(es); sl st =slip stitch; sc : single crochet ; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; [ ] = work directions in brackets the number of times specified ;

Attain proficiency in these Stitches by clicking on the following link:
Unlock the Art of Crocheting: A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Basic Stitches

Crochet Heart Applique Pattern : Written Instructions

Make mc, ch 12.
Round 1 : ch3, 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, dc, hdc, sc, sl st, skip 3 ch, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, 6 dc in mc, turn sideways and continue along other side of the foundation ch, in remaining loop of each ch, dc 5, 3 dc in 1 st, dc 5, 3 dc in 1 st, sl st to join.
Round 2 : ch3, dc in the same st of previous sl st, [2 dc in 1 st] 2 times, hdc, sc, sl st, sl st in top of next sc, sc, hdc, [2 dc in 1 st] 6 times, dc 5, 2 dc in 1 st, 3 dc in 1 st, 2 dc in 1 st, dc 5, [2 dc in 1 st] 3 times, sl st to join.

Crochet Heart Applique Chart

You now have a crocheted heart that you can sew onto a baby cardigan. Attach it securely to the desired location on the cardigan, and you'll have a lovely and functional embellishment for your little one's outfit. Enjoy your crochet project!