Valentine's Day is just round the corner and what a lovely opportunity to crochet something cute to give as gifts!
I've been browsing online to get some inspiration and found the most adorable projects. I just can't wait to get hooking!
I have so many people in mind I'd love to gift this year, so I think I'll stick to smaller projects that won't take me too much time to finish.
I curated my favourite list of Valentine's crochet items and would love to share them with you here.
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Just a quick note, some of these patterns require you to start with a Magic Circle or Ring. If you're not sure how to do this, I have a great post for you that'll surely help you figure this out.
1. SMALL HEART Easy Crochet Amigurumi Pattern
Guys, I simply can't get over the cuteness of these hearts! And there's so much one could do with them? Add them as embellishments to an amigurumi toy for a child, crochet a small basket and fill up with hearts, make them into key-chains, you name it.
2. LITTLE LOVE DEVIL Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
What do you think of this Little Love Devil? Isn't he just the most adorable devil you've ever seen?
I'm pretty sure this would make a great gift for teenagers (or grown-ups who are still teenagers at heart!)
Don't be intimidated by this pattern if you're still a beginner. The instructions are written very clearly and you'll be sure to make a super cute devil you'll be proud of 🙂
Via DIYFluffies
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3. LOOP STITCH HEART CUSHION Crochet Kit and Pattern in Deramores Yarn
Looking to add some texture to your home decor this Valentines?
This loop stitch heart cushion is so fluffy and soft, it exudes love and affection.
Via Deramores
4. HEART & SOUL Ornament (FREE)
The technique used to crochet this heart makes it look simply stunning!
You can crochet a whole bunch of them and use as embellishments for clothes, amigurumi or home decor items.
Via LoveCrafts
5. HEART-SHAPED FACE SCRUBBY Crochet Pattern
Face scrubbies make awesome gifts, especially for the environmentally conscious. I simply never get tired of them 🙂
Perfect for make-up removal, and to get a good facial cleanse.
Best to use 100% cotton yarn that is machine-washable.
Via Crafty Creations
6. VALENTINES CROCHET HEART XOXO PILLOW
Want to try a new crochet stitch? Try making this adorable Valentine's XOXO Pillow cover using the Intarsia stitch.
If you haven't tried this stitch before, no worries because the pattern includes a full photo tutorial on how to do them.
Via TLBPatterns
7. SWEET HEART DONUT Crochet Pattern
Oh! This pattern is just too darn delicious!
Surprise your loved ones with a box filled with these cute sweet heart donuts and you'll surely get some smiles this Valentine's.
This pattern is for advanced beginners. It includes 2 slightly different methods so you can choose whichever you feel more comfortable with.
Via TwinkieChan
8. SHELBY LAMB Crochet Pattern
Looking for a decorative project for a nursery or to give as a gift to your little loved one?
I truly believe this Shelby Lamb is so insanely cute! And the instructions are written super clerearly.
The pattern is also available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Russian.
9. VALENTIN'S DAY HEDGEHOG Crochet Pattern
This adorable hedgehog works up surprisingly quickly and makes the cutest non-prickly gift for any child.
It's so true that when you give a child your handmade toys, you are giving tools for story-telling, dramatic play, understanding character, and so much more!
Via CrochetToPlay
10. VALENTINE'S CROCHET BUNNY Pattern Baby Gift
Here's another cute toy that any child would be thrilled to receive.
This Valentine's Bunny will give plenty of opportunity to play and get the creative imagination juices flowing!
The pattern is very well written and there are plenty of pictures that accompany the tutorial making it super easy to make.
Via LanamigurumiToys
11. BONUS! WOODEN BASE with holes for crochet basket
Here's a bonus for you! It's not exactly a crochet pattern, but can be used to make some awesome gifts!
These are handmade birch plywood bases for crochet baskets. These are 15 cm heart-shaped bases, but you can also get other shapes from LeLou Creations. This is a cute beginner's project using textile yarn.
Via LeLou Creations
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