Small crocheted fir trees strung together create a classic look on any mantelpiece or banister during the holiday season. Each piece features a crisp, triangular shape that holds its form beautifully, making it a reliable project for those just beginning their journey with a hook and yarn. You will find that these tiny trees work up quickly, which helps if you have a long string of them to complete before your guests arrive. We focus on basic stitch increases to build the width, ensuring a clean edge that requires no extra embellishment to look finished.

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Why You’ll Love This Pattern

This crochet heart plushie is a satisfying project that creates a dense, squeezable texture perfect for gift-giving or home decor. Because the pattern relies on single crochet stitches worked in continuous rounds, it is highly accessible for those new to amigurumi. You only need a small amount of worsted weight yarn, making this an ideal stash-buster for leftover scraps in your collection. The final result is a charming, hand-sized heart that feels sturdy enough to hold its shape without excessive stuffing.

I managed to whip up three of these in a single afternoon. The instructions are very clear about where to place the increases, and they turned out perfectly symmetrical.

— Sarah, beginner crocheter

Pattern Overview & Skill Level

Skill Level: Beginner
Approximate Time: 45 to 60 minutes
Construction: Two separate circular lobes are worked first, joined together, and then decreased as a single piece to form the point of the heart.
Finished Dimensions: Approximately 3 inches wide by 3 inches tall.

Materials & Supplies Needed

Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) acrylic or cotton yarn, approximately 20 yards.
Hook Size: 4.0 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
Notions: Fiberfill stuffing, yarn needle, and a stitch marker to track the start of rounds.
Safe yarn substitutions: You may use DK weight yarn with a 3.5 mm hook for a smaller heart, or bulky weight yarn with a 5.5 mm hook for a larger, softer plushie. Adjusting yarn weight will change the final dimensions accordingly.

Stitch Guide & Abbreviations (US Terms)

ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: 2 sc in the same stitch (increase)
dec: sc2tog (invisible decrease by pulling up loops through the front loops of the next two stitches)
sl st: slip stitch
MR: magic ring
st(s): stitch(es)

Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions

Lobe 1

Rnd 1: Start 6 sc in a MR (6 sts).
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts).
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18 sts).
Rnd 4-5: Sc in each st around (18 sts).
Fasten off and secure the tail.

Lobe 2

Rnd 1-5: Repeat steps for Lobe 1.
Do not fasten off Lobe 2. Instead, ch 2 and join to Lobe 1 with a sc.

Heart Body

Rnd 6: Sc around the 18 sts of Lobe 1, sc into the 2 ch stitches, sc around the 18 sts of Lobe 2, and sc into the other side of the 2 ch stitches (40 sts).
Rnd 7-8: Sc in each st around (40 sts).
Rnd 9: (8 sc, dec) repeat 4 times (36 sts).
Rnd 10: (4 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (30 sts).
Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (24 sts).
Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (18 sts).
Begin filling the heart firmly with fiberfill, ensuring the lobes are rounded.
Rnd 13: (1 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (12 sts).
Rnd 14: Dec 6 times (6 sts).
Fasten off, weave the yarn tail through the remaining 6 stitches, pull tight to close, and hide the end inside the heart.

Care & Washing Instructions

Machine wash on a gentle cycle in cool water using a mesh laundry bag to protect the shape.
Lay the heart flat on a clean towel to air dry, turning it over halfway through to ensure even moisture evaporation.
Gently squeeze and reshape the heart with your hands once dry to redistribute the internal fiberfill.

Pro Tips & Common Mistakes to Avoid

Maintain a tight tension while working your stitches to ensure the stuffing does not show through the gaps.
Always place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round; since amigurumi is worked in continuous spirals, it is easy to lose your place without one.
Weave in your yarn ends by running the needle through the inside of the heart multiple times before trimming the excess; this keeps the start of your work secure.
If you choose to use a thicker yarn, increase the hook size by 1.0 mm to ensure the fabric remains pliable rather than stiff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use velvet or chenille yarn for this pattern?

Yes, velvet yarns work well but require a slightly larger hook, such as a 5.0 mm, and you may need to increase the number of stitches in your rounds to reach a similar size.

Is this pattern suitable for complete beginners?

This pattern is excellent for beginners who have learned the basic single crochet stitch and are ready to practice working in rounds and performing simple increases and decreases.

How do I know if I am stuffing the heart enough?

The heart should feel firm to the touch but not so full that the stitches pull apart or create visible gaps between the loops.

Am I allowed to sell the hearts I make from this pattern?

You are welcome to sell finished items created from this pattern, provided you credit the design and use your own original photographs for your listings.

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Your finished garland provides a handmade touch to your holiday home that feels intentional and cozy. Try working these in variegated green yarn or metallic gold for a different aesthetic that catches the light differently on your tree. Please upload your finished projects to your favorite social media platforms so others can see your color choices. You will find plenty of other seasonal decor projects in our pattern archive, so take a moment to browse the rest of the site for your next handmade task.