How to Make the Offset Hearts Crochet Pattern

Introducing the Offset Hearts Crochet Pattern, a delightful design that adds a touch of charm and uniqueness to your projects. This pattern features beautifully shaped hearts arranged in an offset manner, creating an eye-catching visual effect. With the use of basic crochet stitches and techniques, you can easily bring these adorable hearts to life. Whether you're looking to embellish blankets, scarves, or other accessories, this pattern is sure to captivate and impress. Get ready to explore the step-by-step tutorial, allowing you to master the art of crocheting these lovely offset hearts. Let your creativity flourish as you incorporate this pattern into your next crochet project.

Pattern Instructions

ch3 at the beginning of rows count as a double crochet

stitches contained within ** are the repeat section for that row

stitches contained within ( ) are made into the same ch-space or stitch (as directed)

the color changes are made after the row has been started to create a border around the hearts

after every color change, cut the previous yarn and leave a long enough tail that can be weaved in

Starting Chain: Start with brown. This pattern requires you to chain multiples of 6chs + 2chs. My starting chain is 32ch.

Row 1: Continue with brown, (dc, ch1, dc) in the 6th ch from hook, *sk2, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch*, repeat from * until you have 2chs left, sk1, dc in last ch, turn.

Row 2: ch3, change colors to pink, (dc2tog, ch3, dc2tog) in the ch1 space between the dc stitches below, *ch1, sk the next ch1 space between the dc stitches below, (dc2tog, ch3, dc2tog) in the next ch1 space between the dc stitches below *, repeat from * until you have crocheted in the last ch1 space, change colors to brown, dc in the last dc stitch below.

Row 3: Continue with brown, ch3, (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch3 space between the dc2tog below, * (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch1 space, (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch2 space between the dc2tog below*, repeat from * until you have crocheted in every ch1 and ch3 spaces below, dc in the top chain of ch3 below, turn.

Row 4: ch3, change colors to pink, dc2tog in the very first st, ch1, sk the first ch1 between the dc stitches below, *(dc2tog, ch3, dc2tog) in the next ch1 space between the dc stitches below, sk the next ch1 space between the dc stitches below*, repeat from * until the last ch1 space, dc2tog in the top ch of ch3 at the end, change colors to brown, dc in the same ch, turn

Row 5: Continue with brown, ch3, (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch3 space between the dc2tog below, * (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch1 space, (dc, ch1, dc) in the ch2 space between the dc2tog below*, repeat from * until you have crocheted in every ch1 and ch3 spaces below, dc in the top chain of ch3 below, turn.

Repeat rows 2 – 5 until you have the required length for your project. Fasten off and weave in all the ends.