Let's face it, we could all do with a little more love right now, right? From squishy hearts you can make from leftover yarn, to pretty embroidered words for your boo, we’ve rounded up our top 20 free Valentine’s patterns just for you!
So, whether you’re celebrating with your other half, showing your pals how much you care or giving yourself a little self-love (because, hey, you deserve it!), partner with one of these fab free patterns for a match made in craft-heaven.
1. Valentines Interchangeable Motif Sweater pattern
This brand new Valentine's sweater pattern from Paintbox makes our heart skip a stitch! With a fabulous interchangeable intarsia motif designed in the softest Super Chunky yarns, all you need to do is to pick your fave and follow the free chart. Forget about wearing your heart on your sleeve, wear it on your sweater!
Valentines Interchangeable Motif - Free Sweater Knitting Pattern For Women in Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky by Paintbox Yarns By Paintbox Yarns
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2. 'Don’t go making my heart' cushion
Show your pals you care with this squidgy squeezy huggable rainbow cushion by Flo and Dot! Designed in ice cream shades of Banana Cream, Orange and Pistachio Paintbox Wool Mix Chunky to name a few, this pattern can be made in two fab sizes!
Don't Go Making My Heart Cushion
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3. 'Queen of hearts' hat
The Queen Stitch has royally captured our hearts with this warm and fuzzy number! Whether you’re giving your own wardrobe a little lovin’ or gifting to your one and only, this fizzy beanie will funk up your Valentine’s style!
Queen of Hearts Hat By Katie M
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4. Floral heart cross-stitch stitch design
Cross-your heart! This floral heart cross-stitch design will give them all the butterflies and remind that special friend that they’re on your mind.
Floral Heart in DMC - PAT0157 - Downloadable PDF By DMC
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5. Valentine’s day crochet gift bag
The best gifts come in small packages, this cute Valentine’s pouch is a treat all in itself! Cram with sweets and love hearts for all your pals.
Valentine's Day Gift Bag By Independent Designer
6. Tomato amigurumi
Say I love you from my head to-ma-toes! Nothing says I love you more than… a cute crochet tomato! Not what they might expect? Make your Valentine’s gift as unique as you!
トマト Tomato Amigurumi By anniegurumi
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7. 'Love is in the air' felt hearts
You felt it too!? These handmade felted hearts are so darn adorable. Whether you stick to homemade cards, string up as a garland or hang up in your home as pretty decor, the possibilities are endless!
Love is in the Air By Independent Designer
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8. Make a Love Cake
This Valentine's pattern takes the cake! While this tiered bake might not be made from sugar and spice, it's crocheted from all things nice. Perfect for intermediate crocheters who want to whip up a super sweet treat for their own baby cakes!
Love Cake By Independent Designer
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9. Bee there for your bestie this Valentine’s
It’s been a long winter but spring is on the way, so make your Queen Bee know she’s still number one with this buzzy embroidery design. Give as a pretty wall hanging, jacket embellishment or cushion cover!
Queen Bee in DMC - PAT0447 - Downloadable PDF By DMC
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10. In a heartbeat messy bun beanie
This messy bun beanie by Victoria Light is full of love for frosty Februarys. An easy beginner knit with the cutest embroidered hearts, who can resist?!
In a Heartbeat Messy Bun Beanie By Tory Light
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11. Hot stuff mug cozies
Keep it hot and steamy (wait for it!) with these hilarious knitted mug cozies by Linda Wilgus. Made originally for her hubbie, these brilliant designs are perfect for besties and roomies too!
Hot Stuff Coffee Cozies By Independent Designer
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12. Socks for your sweetheart
Put your feet together to make a heart with these sweetheart beginner socks by Korona Knits!
Sweetheart Socks By Korora Knits
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13. Valentine’s Sweater
This Valentine’s short sleeve sweater is so chic and versatile they’ll want to wear it all year long. A long term-make, for someone special (or why not make for yourself!?). Talk about a love that lasts!
Valentine's Day Sweater
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14. A teenie tiny amigurumi heart
For the sweetest teeniest amigurumi heart, look no further than this adorable make from Polaripop!
Amigurumi Valentine's Day Heart Ornament
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15. Make a Valentine’s doll
For crocheters with a bit more experience under your belt, this Valentine’s Lily Doll by Lily Sugar ‘n’ Cream is a fabulously fun make in their signature solids yarn.
Valentines Lily Doll in Lily Sugar 'n Cream Solids By Lily Sugar 'n Cream
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16. Make a Valentine’s hat duo
The perfect knitting project for you and mini-you, by designer Guzel Eaves, make the cutest twin accessory to share with your one and only.
Matching hearts hat By Independent Designer
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17. Little Valentine’s pouch!
We love this versatile petit knitted pouch with strawberry liquoricepompom. Perfect for cramming with little Valentine’s sweets or special treats for your pals!
By Lion Brand
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18. Wild hearts run free
For those wild hearts out there, we love this anatomical sprouting heart embroidery design by DMC. Funk up your bag, jacket or sweater! Talk about wearing your heart on your sleeve.
Wild Heart in DMC - PAT0668 - Downloadable PDF By DMC
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19. Pretty little hearts
Whether you’re making a key chain or sewing to a Valentine teddy, these squishy little hearts are so quick and easy to make, you’ll be addicted.
Pretty Little Hearts By Pretty Little Sheep
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20. Love for the sisterhood
Because the sisterhood is strong - make your gal pals an emblem of sister solidarity with this Feminist heart design by DMC.
Proud Feminist in DMC - PAT0667 - Downloadable PDF By DMC
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