Crochet Heirloom Lace Heart Garland Free Pattern
Crochet Heirloom Lace Heart Garland: A Timeless Romantic Decor Piece
Transform your home with a stunning, romantic garland of intricately crocheted hearts. Perfect for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, weddings, or year-round cozy decor, this pattern uses delicate lace stitches and a soft, vintage-inspired color palette to craft a truly timeless piece. The finished garland features six identical lace hearts, each about 3 inches wide, connected by a thin crocheted chain. The delicate openwork pattern with picot edges gives these hearts an heirloom quality that will be cherished for years to come.
Materials Needed
Yarn
- Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (DK weight, 100% mercerized cotton) – Approximately 50 yards total for a 6-heart garland
- Color A (Blush): Approximately 17 yards
- Color B (Ecru): Approximately 17 yards (plus extra for optional chain base)
- Color C (Dusty Rose): Approximately 17 yards
Hook & Notions
- Crochet Hook: US Size C-2 (2.75 mm)
- Yarn needle for weaving ends and assembly
- Sewing needle and matching thread (or matching yarn) for attaching hearts to garland base
- Coordinating ribbon (36 inches / 91 cm) OR Ecru yarn for crocheted chain base
- Optional: Small ribbon loops for hanging ends
Gauge
First 4 rounds of heart motif = 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. Gauge is not critical, but consistency ensures uniform hearts.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Heart Motif (Make 6 – 2 in each color)
Round 1: With Color A, make a magic ring. Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Work 2 double crochet into the ring. Chain 2. *Work 3 double crochet into the ring, chain 2.* Repeat from * to * 2 more times (you will have 4 sets of 3 double crochet and 4 chain-2 spaces). Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. (Total: 12 double crochet, 4 chain-2 spaces)
Round 2: Slip stitch into the next 2 double crochet and into the chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Work (2 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the same chain-2 space. *Chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the next chain-2 space.* Repeat from * to * 2 more times. Chain 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. (Total: 24 double crochet, 4 chain-2 spaces, 4 chain-1 spaces)
Round 3: Slip stitch into the next 2 double crochet and into the chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Work (2 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the same chain-2 space. *Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the next chain-2 space.* Repeat from * to * 2 more times. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. (Total: 36 double crochet, 4 chain-2 spaces, 8 chain-1 spaces)
Round 4: Slip stitch into the next 2 double crochet and into the chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Work (2 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the same chain-2 space. *Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the next chain-2 space.* Repeat from * to * 2 more times. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. (Total: 48 double crochet, 4 chain-2 spaces, 12 chain-1 spaces)
Round 5 (Heart Shaping): Slip stitch into the next 2 double crochet and into the chain-2 space. Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Work (2 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the same chain-2 space. *Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet) in the next chain-2 space.* Repeat from * to * 2 more times. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Work 3 double crochet in the next chain-1 space. Chain 1. Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3. (Total: 60 double crochet, 4 chain-2 spaces, 16 chain-1 spaces)
Round 6 (Picot Edge): Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet in the same stitch. *Chain 3. Work 1 single crochet in the next double crochet.* Repeat from * to * around the entire heart. When you reach each chain-2 space (the points of the heart), work (single crochet, chain 3, single crochet) in the chain-2 space to create a picot point. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. Fasten off and weave in all ends securely.
Assembly
- Block each heart lightly to open up the lace pattern. Use a spray bottle with water or a steam iron (keeping the iron away from the yarn) to gently shape and flatten the hearts. Allow to dry completely.
- Prepare the garland base: Cut a 36-inch (91 cm) length of coordinating ribbon, OR crochet a simple chain from Ecru yarn to the same length. For a crocheted chain, make a slip knot and chain until you reach 36 inches, then fasten off.
- Arrange the hearts in your desired color order along the ribbon or chain. Space them approximately 4-5 inches apart. A suggested order: Blush, Ecru, Dusty Rose, Blush, Ecru, Dusty Rose.
- Sew each heart securely to the ribbon or chain using a needle and matching thread (or matching yarn). Attach at the top center of each heart, making sure the heart is centered and facing forward. Use small, invisible stitches to secure firmly.
- Optional: Add a small loop of ribbon at each end of the garland for easy hanging. Simply fold a 4-inch piece of ribbon in half and sew the ends to the back of the garland ends.
Your Crochet Heirloom Lace Heart Garland is now ready to display! Hang it on a mantel, across a window, or as a romantic backdrop for special occasions. The delicate lace pattern and soft colors will bring warmth and charm to any space.
