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Granny Square

Crochet Heart Granny Square (Style IV) Pattern Free (PDF + Beginner Tutorial)

Crochet Heart Granny Square (Style IV) Pattern Free

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Welcome to this charming Heart Granny Square pattern! This beginner-friendly project creates sweet 3-inch squares featuring a dimensional heart motif in a delightful lacy frame. Perfect for Valentine's Day projects or adding year-round love to your crochet, these squares combine simple stitches for a romantic result.

Mix and match colors to create meaningful combinations - try classic red hearts with pastel backgrounds for romance, or bright hearts with neutral frames for modern charm. Ideal for love-themed blankets, cushions, or gift bags that speak straight from the heart!

Ready to crochet some love into your projects? Follow our detailed, step-by-step instructions with clear photos to create these heartwarming squares!

 

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Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks

Loopara milk cotton yarn is the perfect choice for creating these romantic heart squares! Its excellent stitch definition captures every detail of the heart motif, while the yarn's natural sheen adds a lovely glow to your work. The cotton blend provides just the right balance of structure and softness, making your hearts stand out beautifully against the lacy background.

For a classic romantic look, choose bright red for the heart and soft yellow for the frame - a timeless combination that speaks of love. For a modern twist, try pink hearts with cream borders, or create an ombré effect with different shades of the same color. The yarn's consistent texture ensures clean, crisp stitches that make your hearts look professionally crafted.

A 2.3mm hook pairs perfectly with this yarn, creating neat, even stitches that define the heart shape clearly. This hook size helps maintain the square's structure while allowing enough drape for a beautiful finish. The practical benefits of this yarn - color-fastness and durability - ensure your loving creations will last through many washings without losing their charm.

 

Materials needed for Heart Granny Square

  • Yarn– Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Yellow 42 and Red 67)
  • Hook- 2.3mm
  • Stitch marker
  • Scissors
Abbreviations

 

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch - chain 
  • dc - double crochet
  • sc - single crochet 
  • sl - slip stitch 
  • tr - treble crochet 
  • hdc - half double crochet
  • Magic Ring
  • BLO - back loop only

 

How to Crochet a Heart Granny Square – Step by Step

Round 1

Round 1: Create magic ring. Chain 3, work 2 double crochet, chain 2. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2) repeat 3 times. Slip stitch to join, slip stitch to next stitch.

Round 2

Round 2: Work (chain 1, 8 double crochet, chain 1). Single crochet, chain 1, skip 1. Work (single crochet increase, chain 1, single crochet increase, chain 1). Single crochet. Work (chain 1, 8 double crochet, chain 1). Join with slip stitch. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Round 3

Round 3: Change to new color. Working in back loops only: Chain 1, single crochet. Work half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet. Chain 2, double crochet, half double crochet. Work 4 single crochet, chain 2, 4 single crochet. Work half double crochet, 4 single crochet. Chain 2, 4 single crochet, half double crochet. Work double crochet, chain 2, treble crochet. Work double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet. Slip stitch, chain 3.

Round 4

Round 4: Work 2 double crochet, chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet). [Chain 1, 3 double crochet, chain 1, (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet)] repeat 3 times. Chain 1, 4 slip stitch, chain 3.

Round 5

Round 5: Work 2 double crochet, chain 1. Work (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet). [Chain 1, (3 double crochet, chain 1) repeat twice, (3 double crochet, chain 2, 3 double crochet)] repeat 3 times. Chain 1, 3 double crochet, chain 1. Join with slip stitch. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Tips: Mark beginning of each round. Keep tension even for heart shape. Make corner chains loose for flat work.

 

How to Join Granny Squares

Granny squares are perfect for bags, clothing, and blankets. If you're thinking of making one with those squares, I'm excited to share my comprehensive guide on 11 Ways to Join Granny Squares with you! I've detailed every method I know and love - each brings its own special touch to your finished piece. Let me help you discover which one works best for you!

 

How to Change Colors in a Granny Square

Are you looking for a different color palette? I totally get it—it’s why I love crochet! If you’re not crazy about our color palette, I put together two color-changing techniques that I use for all of my projects. Let me show you how to make these color transitions smooth and professional so you can bring your unique, creative vision to life.

 

How to Weave in Ends Crochet Granny Square

The secret for professional-looking granny squares is all about how you weave in those ends. I'm sharing 3 ways to weave in ends with you! These are techniques I've perfected over years of crocheting and use in all my projects. I'll show you exactly how I secure my ends to make sturdy, polished pieces that last. Trust me, once you master these finishing methods, your granny squares will look absolutely stunning!

 

Care instructions

Give your heart squares the tender loving care they deserve. Hand wash in lukewarm water (30°C/86°F) using a mild wool detergent, allowing your squares to soak gently. Avoid wringing or twisting, as this could distort the heart shape and delicate lacework. Instead, gently squeeze out excess water and reshape while damp, paying special attention to the heart motif and corner chains.

Store your love-filled squares in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight that could fade their romantic colors. When stacking multiple squares, place acid-free tissue paper between them to protect the dimensional heart designs. A breathable cotton storage bag makes the perfect home for your squares - think of it as a love letter envelope for your crochet! This allows air circulation while keeping dust at bay.

To maintain the loving shape of your squares over time, block them after each wash by pinning out the corners evenly and allowing the heart motif to keep its perfect form. A touch of white vinegar in the final rinse helps keep reds vibrant and prevents color bleeding. For long-term storage, refold occasionally to prevent permanent creases, treating each square as preciously as the sentiment it represents.

What’s Next

 

What’s Next?

Share the love one stitch at a time! Just finished this sweet Heart Granny Square? Share your heartfelt creation on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or Twitter! Use #HeartGrannySquare to join our loving crochet community. Whether you're a romantic crafter or pattern enthusiast, your heart-shaped creativity can inspire others. Let's fill social media with handmade love!

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Create a romantic heart granny square featuring a beautiful dimensional heart motif with lacy borders. This beginner-friendly 4-inch pattern adds love to any crochet project.

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Materials Needed

  • Yarn– Loopara 4ply combed cotton (Yellow 42 and Red 67)

  • Hook- 2.3mm

  • Stitch marker

  • Scissors

Step By Step Tutorial

    How to Crochet a Heart Granny Square

    1. R1: Magic ring, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, (3 dc, ch 2) 3 times, sl, sl to next st.

    2. R2: (Ch, 8 dc, ch), sc, ch, sk 1, (sc inc, ch, sc inc, ch), sc, (ch, 8 dc, ch), sl, fasten off, weave in ends.

    3. R3: (Change color) BLO: Ch, sc, hdc, dc, tr, ch 2, dc, hdc, 4 sc, ch 2, 4 sc, hdc, 4 sc, ch 2, 4 sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, tr, dc, hdc, sc, sl, ch 3.

    4. R4: 2 dc, ch, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), [ch, 3 dc, ch, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc)] 3 times, ch, 4 sl, ch 3.

    5. R5: 2 dc, ch, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc), [ch, (3 dc, ch) twice, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc)] 3 times, ch, 3 dc, ch, sl, fasten off, weave in ends.

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    Notes

    Crochet Tips:

    1. Mark beginning of each round. 

    2. Keep tension even for heart shape. 

    3. Make corner chains loose for flat work.

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