Imagine cozying up with some soft yarn and your crochet hook to bring a little piece of nature indoors, without ever having to worry about watering it. The Crochet String of Hearts Plant project lets you do exactly that. This fun activity is perfect for yarn enthusiasts looking for a sweet, new addition to their home decor.
Crochet String Of Hearts Plant
Materials Needed:
- Crochet Hook (size E)
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker or Bobby Pin
- Yarn Needle
- Yarn in Forest and Soft Rose colors (Loops and Threads Impeccable recommended)
Crochet Pattern:
Start with the Stem:
- Create a slip knot.
- Chain 12 for the stem.
Leaf Foundation:
- Chain 3 more for the leaf foundation.
- Slip stitch into the third chain from the hook to create a circle.
First Side of the Leaf:
- Chain 2 (note: work your first chain over the stitch you just slip-stitched into, moving the stem to the other side).
- This counts as the first stitch; mark it with a bobby pin.
- Double crochet 6 times into the chain-3 circle.
Creating the Leaf Point:
- For the leaf's point, create one treble crochet, one double treble crochet, then another treble crochet.
Second Side of the Leaf:
- Double crochet 6 more times into the chain-3 circle to create the other side of the leaf.
- Chain 2 and slip stitch into the chain-3 space.
Adding Detail:
- Create another double crochet around the base post of the double treble crochet to form a little stem on the back of the leaf.
Connecting the Leaf to the Stem:
- Slip stitch into the back loops of three of the chain stitches of the stem.
For the Next Leaf (Opposite Side):
- Repeat steps 2 to 7, but before making subsequent leaves, ensure you alternate between slip stitching into the front loops vs. back loops as directed to achieve the desired direction of leaf growth along the vine.
Continuing the Vine:
- Repeat the leaf creation process (steps 2 to 8) for each set of leaves you wish to add to your vine. The provided example mentions creating three sets of leaves for this vine but adjust according to your preference.
Finishing Touches:
- Once you've completed the desired number of leaves/vines, cut off the yarn and weave in the ends.
Adding a Pink Border (Optional):
- With the pink yarn, pull up a loop into the chain-2 that counted as the first stitch of the leaf.
- Chain 1 (counts as the first stitch).
- Execute one single crochet into each of the next six stitches.
- Increase in the next three stitches to create the leaf's point; single crochet two into each of these stitches.
- Continue with one single crochet in the next six stitches and finish with a slip stitch.
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