Hearty Hearts
Show your love with our delightful Hearty Hearts knitting pattern! These adorable little hearts are guaranteed to melt hearts and spread joy wherever they go! Perfect for gifting or decorating your home, Hearty Hearts are not only quick and easy to knit, but they also use very little yarn, making them excellent stash busters that help you utilize leftover yarn effectively.
What’s even better? You can sell your completed Hearty Hearts! Just remember to credit me as the designer when you do.
Materials Needed: To create your own Hearty Hearts, you'll need 3.25mm (3 US or 10 UK) knitting needles, plus 2 additional 3.25mm (3 US or 10 UK) double-pointed knitting needles for rounding off those edges perfectly. Don't forget a stitch holder to keep your project organized. For yarn, gather 20g (0.7oz) of red double knit yarn along with some stuffing for that charming plush effect. Essential tools include tweezers for precision, black embroidery thread (using 2 strands of Number 5 thread), a pair of 16mm googly eyes with red eyelids to bring your hearts to life, and optional decorative satin ribbons—10mm wide lilac and black—to add a special touch. A tube of clear adhesive will also come in handy for securing those embellishments.
Methods Used: This pattern incorporates a variety of knitting techniques to help you create these charming hearts. You'll cast on using the thumb method and use knit or garter stitch throughout. Essential skills like purling, M1R (Make 1 Right), M1L (Make 1 Left), and KFB (Knit into the front and the back of a stitch) will enhance your knitting repertoire. Additionally, techniques like SKPO (Slip one stitch knitwise, then knit one stitch, then pass the slipped stitch over the knitted stitch), K2tog (Knit 2 stitches together as one), casting off, and I-cord will be used to finish off this delightful project.
Whether you're a beginner looking to practice your skills or an experienced knitter seeking a fun new project, Hearty Hearts are the perfect choice. Knit up a bunch to share with friends, or create a heartwarming gift to show your affection for someone special!
