If you’re new to amigurumi, starting with a small and simple project like a heart helps you learn the basics without feeling overwhelmed. It’s cute, quick, and super satisfying!

What You’ll Need

2.5 mm crochet hook

Cotton yarn (any color)

Polyester fiberfill stuffing

Yarn needle

Scissors

Stitch marker (optional)

Basic Stitches You’ll Use

You only need to learn four basic techniques:

Magic ring

Single crochet (sc)

Increase (inc)

Decrease (dec

Free Amigurumi Heart Pattern (US Terms)

Make 2 top pieces:
Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Round 2: inc in each stitch (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) around (18)
Fasten off the first piece. Don’t cut yarn on the second piece.

Join the two bumps:
Round 4: Crochet around both pieces to join (36)
Rounds 5–6: sc around (36)
Round 7: (4 sc, dec) repeat (30)
Round 8: (3 sc, dec) repeat (24)
Round 9: (2 sc, dec) repeat (18)
Stuff the heart with fiberfill.

Round 10: (1 sc, dec) repeat (12)
Round 11: dec around (6)
Fasten off and close the hole. Shape the heart with your hands.

Beginner Tips for Success

Use light-colored yarn to see your stitches better.

Keep your tension consistent.

Count stitches carefully each round.

Don’t rush — enjoy the process!

You Made Your First Crochet Toy!

Congrats! You’ve completed your first amigurumi heart — a simple but adorable toy that’s perfect as a gift, keychain, or little token of love.

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