Is this crochet heart baby blanket pattern beginner-friendly?

This pattern is best for crocheters who are comfortable with double crochet stitches and changing colors. The blanket is worked in rows, so the construction is simple, but the heart design does require following the color changes carefully.

What stitches are used in this crochet heart baby blanket?

This blanket is worked in rows of double crochet. The heart design is created by changing yarn colors within the rows.

What yarn do I need for this heart baby blanket?

You’ll need worsted weight yarn. Choose one main color for the blanket and a second color for the hearts.

What crochet hook size should I use?

Use an I-9 5.5 mm crochet hook for this blanket.

What size is the finished baby blanket?

The finished blanket measures 32 inches wide by 40 inches long.

How are the hearts made?

The hearts are made with color changes as you work the double crochet rows. Each end of the blanket has a row of hearts.

Can I make this blanket in different colors?

Yes! You can use classic pink or red hearts, soft neutrals, rainbow hearts, or high-contrast colors like navy and white for a modern look.

Is this blanket only for Valentine’s Day?

No. The heart design works beautifully year-round. It would make a sweet baby shower gift, nursery blanket, or handmade keepsake.

Free Crochet Heart Baby Blanket Pattern

Add a sweet handmade touch to a nursery with this crochet heart baby blanket. The heart border gives the blanket a playful, loving look while the clean center keeps the design simple and modern.

It’s a beautiful project for a new baby, baby shower gift, or special handmade keepsake.

Quick answer

This advanced beginner crochet heart baby blanket is worked back and forth in rows of double crochet using worsted weight (#4) yarn and an I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook. Color changes create a row of hearts at each end with a solid center section between them. The finished blanket measures approximately 36 × 40 inches (91.5 × 102 cm).

Why you’ll love this crochet heart baby blanket

Great colorwork practice: The heart sections let you practice clean color changes while the large solid center keeps the rest of the blanket simple.
Easy to customize: Choose neutrals, pastels, rainbow colors, or classic Valentine shades to create your own look.

Crochet heart baby blanket pattern details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill level

Advanced beginner — This pattern is worked in rows of double crochet, but you’ll need to follow color changes to create the heart design.

Materials needed

I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
Worsted weight yarn (#4) in blue and white — approximately 500 grams (18 ounces) total
Yarn needle
Scissors

Finished size

36 × 40 inches (91.5 × 102 cm)

For more information on blanket sizes, visit my blanket sizing guide.

Gauge

14 double crochet stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Gauge is important if you want your blanket to match the finished 36 × 40 inch size. Small differences in tension may change the final measurements.

Learn how to check crochet gauge before you begin so you can adjust your hook size if needed.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
ch / chs = chain / chains
st / sts = stitch / stitches

Pattern notes

This blanket is worked back and forth in rows.
Chain 2 at the beginning of each row. This does not count as a stitch.
Carry the unused yarn along the back of your work, or cut and rejoin the yarn as needed.
Change colors on the final yarn over of the current stitch so the new color is ready for the next stitch.
Check your stitch count at the end of each row to keep the blanket edges straight.
The arrows show the direction each row is read. Read rows marked ← from right to left and rows marked → from left to right.
To help keep the blanket the same width from beginning to end, see my tips for keeping crochet edges straight.

Crochet heart baby blanket pin with a navy handmade blanket, white heart border, bold pink, aqua, and black text, and Lovable Loops branding.

Crochet heart baby blanket pattern instructions

This blanket is worked primarily with double crochet stitches, and my how to double crochet tutorial is helpful if you need a quick refresher.

The number before dc tells you how many double crochet stitches to make in that color. For example, x 9 dc (blue) means to work 9 double crochet stitches with blue yarn.

First row of hearts

← Row 1: Ch 128, dc into the 3rd ch from the hook and in each remaining chain across, turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 2: Ch 2, x 126 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 3: Ch 2, x 9 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 9 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 4: Ch 2, x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 5: Ch 2, x 7 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 7 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 6: Ch 2, x 6 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)

← Row 7: Ch 2, x 5 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 5 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 8: Ch 2, x 4 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 4 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 9: Ch 2, x 3 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 10: Ch 2, x 3 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 11: Ch 2, x 4 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 4 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)

Solid blanket section

Rows 12–88: Ch 2, dc in each st across with blue yarn, turn. (126 stitches)

Second row of hearts

← Row 89: Ch 2, x 4 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 4 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 90: Ch 2, x 3 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 1 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 91: Ch 2, x 3 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), x 15 dc (white), x 3 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)

→ Row 92: Ch 2, x 4 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), x 13 dc (white), x 4 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 93: Ch 2, x 5 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 10 dc (blue), x 11 dc (white), x 5 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 94: Ch 2, x 6 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 12 dc (blue), x 9 dc (white), x 6 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)

← Row 95: Ch 2, x 7 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 14 dc (blue), x 7 dc (white), x 7 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 96: Ch 2, x 8 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 16 dc (blue), x 5 dc (white), x 8 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 97: Ch 2, x 9 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 18 dc (blue), x 3 dc (white), x 9 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
→ Row 98: Ch 2, x 126 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)
← Row 99: Ch 2, x 126 dc (blue), turn. (126 stitches)

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