Hooked on Love – Heart-Shaped Doily for Cozy Moments 💖

💌 Warm Storytelling Introduction

Some stitches are made with more than just yarn — they’re made with love 💘 That’s exactly how this crochet heart-shaped doily came to be. I wanted a sweet project to gift to someone dear — something that says “I care” in the language of yarn and hooks.

Whether it’s for Valentine's Day, a housewarming, or just because — this pattern wraps all the warm, handmade feelings into one precious heart-shaped piece.

🧵 Project Overview – What It Is & Who It’s For

This PDF pattern is perfect for beginners and beyond. It works beautifully as a doily, a decorative trivet, or a potholder. You’ll love how fast it works up and how charming it looks on any table, dresser, or gift box!

📸 Cover Image

🧵 Close-Up Charm – The Texture Details

This heart design features lovely scalloped edges, a clean center, and just the right amount of puff. It’s worked in rounds with increases that shape into the sweetest little heart curves 💞 Use bold colors for impact, or soft neutrals for subtle charm.

📌 Materials You’ll Need

You won’t need much to craft a lot of love:

• Cotton yarn (red, white, pink, or any favorite!)
• 3.5mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Optional: hanging loop or button

🪡 Techniques Used – Don’t Worry, It’s Easy!

This project is all about building beautiful curves:

• Magic Ring – for a smooth center
• Single Crochet (sc) – for structure
• Half Double & Double Crochet (hdc, dc) – to create heart shape
• Slip Stitch – for the final polish ✨

🎨 Creative Styling & Use Ideas

Use this heart as a doily, mug mat, or wall hanging 💝 You can also sew two together with a layer of cotton in between to create a functional potholder. Add ribbon and it becomes the cutest handmade gift tag ever. Love is in the stitch!

✨ Hand Trendy Pro Tips

💘 Use mercerized cotton for crisp stitch definition 🌸 Add a floral appliqué in the center for extra flair 📦 Stack in sets of 3 and tie with twine for gift bundles!

💬 Behind the Design – The Heart Part

This design was my go-to comfort project during winter. The symmetry, the softness, the way each stitch slowly turned into a heart — it was a kind of therapy 💗 Now I make these every Valentine’s Day and sprinkle them through the house like yarn confetti!

🎁 Matching Patterns You’ll Love

Pair it with my Granny Square Puff Motif to create a cozy, textured gift set. Soft hearts + puffy squares = handmade harmony 🎁

🛍️ Final Words & Call-to-Action (CTA)

Whether you’re celebrating love, friendship, or a cozy morning coffee, this crochet heart doily pattern is here for all the sweet handmade moments 💘