If you’re looking to add a bit of love and charm to your crochet projects, this Hearts Square Pattern is the perfect choice. With cute heart tops nestled into a classic granny square design, it’s a beautiful motif that’s great for blankets, bags, and even wall hangings.
This square measures approximately 5 3/4″ when worked up with Red Heart Super Saver yarn and a J (6.0 mm) hook. The beauty of this pattern is its flexibility—you can stop at five rounds or keep adding more to suit your needs.
Crocheted squares are a wonderful way to express creativity, and this Hearts Square Pattern brings a sweet, romantic vibe to any project. Whether you’re making a heartfelt gift or adding a decorative touch to your next blanket or pillow, this square is both fun to stitch and full of charm. With simple rounds and eye-catching heart details, it’s an easy yet delightful pattern to work up even for beginners!
Materials
To make one Hearts Square, you’ll need:
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4-ply worsted weight acrylic yarn
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Pink
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White
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Crochet hook size J (6.0 mm)
Note: I tend to crochet tightly, so feel free to adjust your hook size if your tension is looser.
Finished Size After Rnd 5, the square measures about 5 3/4″. You can continue adding more rounds to make it larger if desired.
Pattern Instructions
Center of the Square:
Rnd 1:
With pink, ch 4, 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, ch 2.
(3 dc, ch 2, in same ch) 3 more times.
Join with a sl st to top of beginning ch.
Rnds 2 – 3:
Ch 3, dc in each dc around with (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each corner ch-2 space.
For Rnd 2, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.
For Rnd 3, join with a sl st to back loop only of top of beginning ch 3. End off.
Adding the White Rounds:
Rnd 4:
Join white with a sl st to any corner space.
(Ch 3, 1 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same space.
Dc in back loops only across each side.
Work (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each corner space.
Join with a sl st to top of beginning ch 3.
Rnd 5:
Ch 3, dc in each dc around, with (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in each corner space.
Join as before.
🌸 You can stop here or continue building the square to make it larger.
Crocheting the Heart Tops
To create the heart detail, you’ll work into the front loops from Rnd 3.
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Join pink with a sl st to the first front loop on one side of Rnd 3.
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Skip next front loop, 3 dc in each of the next 2 front loops, skip next front loop, sl st in next front loop.
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Repeat from * one more time to complete the heart shape.
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End off.
Repeat for the remaining 3 sides of the square.
Tack down heart tops gently with yarn or thread so they stay in place.
Final Thoughts
This adorable Hearts Square Pattern is a lovely way to add texture and meaning to your crochet work. The heart embellishments give the square a whimsical, romantic touch—perfect for gifts, baby items, or Valentine-themed decor.
Give it a try and have fun making it your own! Don’t forget to share your version and tag us—we’d love to see your heart squares in action!
💗 Happy Crocheting!
