Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a handmade touch by creating this adorable crochet Valentine Envelope! This simple and sweet project is perfect for beginners and makes for a thoughtful gift or decoration. Follow the detailed steps below to craft your own Valentine envelope, complete with a crocheted heart to seal the love inside.

Materials:
Yarn: Light (3) in White and Pink
Hook: 2.75 mm
Other Supplies: Yarn needle
Finished Dimension: 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm)

Abbreviations:
mr: magic ring
ch: chain
st: stitch
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
F/O: fasten off

Envelope Pattern (White Yarn)

Note: Work in rows unless otherwise instructed.

Row 1: Chain 37, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook, sc across (36 sts total). Chain 1, turn.
Row 2: Single crochet across evenly (36 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Rows 3 – 38: Repeat Row 2 (36 sts).

After completing Row 38, chain 1, turn, and crochet around the entire panel.
Edge Crochet: Work 1 sc in each stitch along the sides and 3 sc in each corner.
Fasten off and leave a long tail of yarn.

Sew the Envelope Together:
Fold the bottom corner up, aligning it with the sides, and sew the edges together using the long yarn tail. This will create the base of the envelope.

Heart Pattern (Pink Yarn)

Note: Work in rows.

Row 1: Chain 2, work 2 sc into the 2nd chain from the hook (2 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Row 2: 2 sc increase (4 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Row 3: 1 sc inc, sc across, 1 sc inc (6 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Row 4: 1 sc inc, sc across, 1 sc inc (8 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Row 5: Sc 4, sc inc, sc 3 (9 sts). Chain 1, turn.
Row 6: Sc 1, hdc 1, work 4 dc into the next stitch, hdc 1 and sc 1 into the next stitch, sl st 1, sc 1 and hdc 1 into the next stitch, work 4 dc into the next stitch, hdc 1, sc 1 (17 sts). Fasten off, leaving a long strand of yarn.

Finishing Touches:

Attach the Heart:
Place the pink crocheted heart at the point where the three corners of the envelope meet. Sew the lower section of the heart onto the envelope using the extra strand of pink yarn.

Seal the Envelope:
The heart can serve as a functional clasp. Insert the top corner of the envelope into the open section of the heart to close it securely.

See free crochet here

This charming crochet envelope is a delightful way to add a personal touch to your Valentine’s Day. It’s a perfect way to hold small notes, cards, or even a tiny gift, making your loved one feel extra special! Happy crocheting!