Free Heart crochet applique pattern

Who doesn’t love a heart applique? There are so many patterns out there but here is one more to very easily and quickly crochet an approximately 2×2 inch heart applique.

They are so quick to make you could literally make dozens in one evening. And wouldn’t they look dreamy in a bunting for a special anniversary or birthday? I would also imagine that you can make rows of them using different coloured yarn to create a gradient effect and sew them on a cushion! I used this hear to decorate my Christmas mitten ornament. You can check out my Etsy pattern here (the pattern includes other decorations for the mitten such a snowflake too!).

I used a size 3.00 crochet hook and Scheepjes catona yarn (mercerised cotton). Pattern is available in both US and UK terminology.

Check out also my step-by-step YouTube tutorial:

US terminology:

  • Make a magic circle and chain (CH) 3.
  • Round 1: place 4 double crochet stitches (DCs) and 2 treble crochet stitches (TRs) in the magic circle. CH 3 and then slip stitch (SL ST) into the magic circle. Then you will repeat the previous stitches in reverse order: first CH 3, then place another 2 TRs and 4 DCs in the magic circle. SL ST into the top CH of your original CH 3. Tighten your magic circle.
  • Round 2: CH 3 and then place 1 DC in the same space where your chains come from. Place 2 DCs in the next 3 stitches. Then place 1 DC and 1 TR in the next stitch. Then in the next stitch place 2 TRs and place another 3 TRs in the one after. Place 1 DC in the top CH of the CH of the previous round. C3 and SL ST into the magic circle. Then, CH 3 and place 1 DC in the top CH of the CH 3. In the next 3 stitches place 3 TRs, 2 TRs, and 1 TR, 1 DC. Then in each of the next 3 stitches place 2 DCs. Finish off the round by placing 1 DC and 1TR in the final space, next to the CH 3 you made at the beginning of the round. SL ST into the top CH of that CH 3. CH 1 and fasten off your yarn.
  • Weave in your ends.

UK terminology:

  • Make a magic circle and chain (CH) 3.
  • Round 1: place 4 treble crochet stitches and 2 double treble crochet stitches in the magic circle. CH 3 and then slip stitch (SL ST) into the magic circle. Then you will repeat the previous stitches in reverse order: first CH 3, then place another 2 double trebles and 4 trebles in the magic circle. SL ST into the top CH of your original CH 3. Tighten your magic circle.
  • Round 2: CH 3 and then place 1 treble crochet in the same space where your chains come from. Place 2 trebles in the next 3 stitches. Then place 1 treble and 1 double treble in the next stitch. Then in the next stitch place 2 double trebles and place another 3 double trebles in the one after. Place 1 treble in the top CH of the CH of the previous round. C3 and SL ST into the magic circle. Then, CH 3 and place 1 treble in the top CH of the CH 3. In the next 3 stitches place 3 double trebles, 2 double trebles, and 1 double treble, 1 treble. Then in each of the next 3 stitches place 2 double trebles. Finish off the round by placing 1 treble and 1 double trebles in the final space, next to the CH 3 you made at the beginning of the round. SL ST into the top CH of that CH 3. CH 1 and fasten off your yarn.
  • Weave in your ends.

Hope you enjoy making this pattern.

Happy Crochet!

Free Star applique crochet pattern

This is an easy and quick pattern for making a crochet applique star which measures approximately 2 x 2 inches. You can use it as a decoration or to sew it on garments, blankets or other ornaments.

Check out the free YouTube video tutorial here:

Detailed pattern instructions are available in both US and UK terminology:

US terminology:

  • Make a magic circle. Chain 1 and place 10 single crochets in the circle. Tighten it to close the circle and slip stitch to the first single crochet.
  • Chain 1. * Place 1 single crochet in the same stitch. Then in the next stitch place: 1 double crochet, 1 treble, chain 2, single crochet to the first chain you made and add 1 double crochet in the same stitch where you placed your treble.  
  • Repeat from * for a total of 4 times. 
  • You should have one stitch left. Then in that last stitch place: 1 double crochet, 1 treble, chain 2, single crochet to the first chain you made and add 1 double crochet in the same stitch where you placed your treble.
  • Slip stitch to the first single crochet of that round.
  • Chain 1 and fasten off your yarn. 

UK terminology:

  • Make a magic circle. Chain 1 and place 10 double crochets in the circle. Tighten it to close the circle and slip stitch to the first double crochet.
  • Chain 1. * Place 1 double crochet in the same stitch. Then in the next stitch place: 1 treble crochet, 1 double treble, chain 2, double crochet to the first chain you made and add 1 treble crochet in the same stitch where you placed your double treble.  
  • Repeat from * for a total of 4 times. 
  • You should have one stitch left. Then in that last stitch place: 1 treble crochet, 1 double treble, chain 2, double crochet to the first chain you made and add 1 treble crochet in the same stitch where you placed your double treble.
  • Slip stitch to the first double crochet of that round.
  • Chain 1 and fasten off your yarn.

Happy Crochet!

Christmas present crochet ornament pattern

I love putting up Christmas decorations and I love it even more if some of those decorations are made from crochet! So check out these super cute Christmas present ornaments decorated with a ribbon and bow which you can make using some basic crochet stitches and techniques, with a bit of yarn, some cardboard and toy stuffing (or other yarn/fabric scraps). You can make a bunch using the customisation options so they all look different and unique or make them all the same for a more consistent look.

You can purchase the full pattern on my Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/915398888/christmas-present-crochet-ornament?ref=shop_home_active_2

Or follow the video tutorials linked in this post.

What you will need for making the crochet Christmas present ornaments:

I used a size 3.0 hook and Scheepjes catona yarn. I used 50g skeins but if you are only making a few ornaments, you can opt for the smaller 25g skeins at least for the ribbon and bow colours. Use a similar sized hook and yarn to get the same end result. If you use a smaller or later size hook and yarn your ornament might look smaller or bigger. The choice is yours as are the colour combinations! You can check out what colour combos I used at the end of this post.

The square ornament measures approximately 2×2 inches and the rectangular one 2×3 inches so they are the perfect size for decorating your Christmas tree, adding to your wreath or garland! They can also take your gift wrapping to the next level as you can attach them with some ribbon or string to an actual present.

Check out the step by step tutorial below on YouTube and check out some more tips further below!

The pattern is written in US terminology but if you are only familiar with UK terms here is a helpful overview of the differences:

US terminologyUK terminology
Chain (CH)Chain
Slip stitch (SL ST)Slip stitch
Single crochet (SC)Double crochet
Half double crochet (HDC)Half treble crochet
Double crochet (DC)Treble crochet
Treble crochet (TR)Double treble crochet

Two part video tutorial for the crochet Christmas present ornaments:

Part 1:

Part 2:

My Etsy shop pattern provides all the details about how to customise this ornament, however, here are some tips for making the rectangular ornament and creating the box lid finish.


For making the rectangular shaped present:

  • Make 2 pieces measuring 15 SC by 6 rows
  • Make 2 pieces measuring 10 SC by 6 rows
  • Make 2 pieces measuring 15 SC by 10 rows

For making the box lid finish:

  • Make your 6th piece 4 SCs wider and 4 rows taller. Then, SC across the four sides putting one less SC on each side than the number of rows/stitches available.
  • SC in the back loop only and then place another 2 round of SCs.
  • Finish off the lid by placing a round of SL STs.
  • Add a loop by securing the yarn on one corner and placing 15 CHs.

The colour combinations I used (yarn is Scheepjes Catona) are:

  • Shocking Pink 114 (main body) & Crystalline 385 (ribbon and bow)
  • Garden Rose 251 (main body) & Lemon 280 (ribbon and bow)
  • Hot Red 115 (main body) & Saffron 249 (ribbon and bow)
  • Vivid Blue 146 (main body) & Shocking Pink 114 (ribbon and bow)

Hope you enjoy making these guys this holiday season!

And Happy Crochet!

Christmas Pudding Crochet Ornament Pattern

They say the proof of the pudding is in the eating! But with this Christmas pudding ornament, it is most definitely in the crocheting!

For this Christmas, I wanted to recreate the garland items I had made last year out of felt. The felt garland hangs over our fireplace and I love it to bits. So this year, I wanted to challenge myself and recreate some of the ornaments with crochet.

The Christmas pudding crochet pattern ornament is the results of this effort and I am absolutely delighted with how it turned out! Check out the pattern on my Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/886904292/christmas-pudding-crochet-ornament?ref=shop_home_active_5.

It is made up for a few components crocheted separately: the main body of the pudding, the ‘frosting’ and some holly and ivy. It is the perfect addition for your Christmas tree, garland or wreath. It also makes for a great gift wrapping embellishment for the festive season.

If you want to purchase the full pattern, this includes:

  • Instructions for making and assembling the ornament
  • Row by row instructions, including schematics where needed
  • Video tutorial to support the pattern instructions
  • Extra: separate PDF document with step-by-step photo instructions for the stitches used.

The pattern uses the following beginner-friendly stitches: the slip stitch, the single crochet, the half double, the double crochet and the bobble stitch. The pattern is written in US terminology. The final ornament will measure approximately 4 x 4 inches or 10.5 x 10.5 cm.

You will need a size 3.0 crochet hook and some cotton yarn.

I used Scheepjes Catona in Emerald (515), Hot Red (115), Snow White (106) and Root Beer (157). You will also need a darning needle, some toy/poly-fil stuffing (or yarn/fabric scraps) and a needle and thread.

If you want to know how the final ornament looks, check out part 4 of the video tutorial which is publicly available on my YouTube channel. It will give you a good idea of the different ornament pieces and how they are assembled together.

I hope you enjoy making this pattern! Happy Crochet!