Crochet Heart in Blue and Yellow

This crochet heart is a simple yet delightful project that combines vibrant blue and yellow yarns. It's the perfect way to express love and support while also being a great decoration or gift. The heart is approximately 4 inches wide and 3 inches tall, making it a lovely hand-held size.

Materials Needed:

• Medium weight yarn in blue (about 50 yards)
• Medium weight yarn in yellow (about 50 yards)
• Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Fiberfill stuffing (small amount)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Gauge:

Gauge is not critical for this project. However, if you wish to ensure your heart is similar in size, aim for about 4 stitches per inch in single crochet.

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st = stitch
• inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)

Instructions:

Start with the Blue Yarn:

1. Make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: Ch 1, 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the tail to close the ring. (6 sc)
3. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sc)
4. Round 3: *1 sc, inc* repeat from * to * around. (18 sc)
5. Round 4: *2 sc, inc* repeat from * to * around. (24 sc)
6. Rounds 5-7: Sc in each stitch around. (24 sc)
7. Round 8: *2 sc, dec* repeat from * to * around. (18 sc)
8. Round 9: *1 sc, dec* repeat from * to * around. (12 sc)
9. Round 10: Dec in each stitch around. (6 sc)
10. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Switch to Yellow Yarn for the Bottom:

1. Attach yellow yarn to the last round of blue. (6 sc remains)
2. Round 1: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sc)
3. Round 2: *1 sc, inc* repeat from * to * around. (18 sc)
4. Round 3: *2 sc, inc* repeat from * to * around. (24 sc)
5. Rounds 4-5: Sc in each stitch around. (24 sc)
6. Round 6: *2 sc, dec* repeat from * to * around. (18 sc)
7. Round 7: *1 sc, dec* repeat from * to * around. (12 sc)
8. Round 8: Dec in each stitch around. (6 sc)

Assembly:

1. Before closing, stuff the heart with fiberfill until it's firm but not overstuffed.
2. Use the long tail from the last round to sew the heart shape closed. Weave the tail through the front loops of each stitch and pull tight to close.
3. Fasten off and weave in any remaining ends.

Your crochet heart in blue and yellow is now complete! You can attach a small string to hang it or use it as a decorative piece for your home. Enjoy your new creation!