Crochet Charming Smiling Heart Amigurumi Free Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted Weight Yarn in any color of your choice
• 3.5mm Crochet Hook
• Fiberfill Stuffing
• Safety Eyes or Yarn for Eyes
• Yarn Needle
• Stitch Marker

Stitches Used:

• ch - chain
• sl st - slip stitch
• sc - single crochet
• inc - increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec - decrease (single crochet two stitches together)

Abbreviations:

• rnd - round
• sts - stitches

Body of Heart:

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring (6)
3. Round 2: inc in each stitch around (12)
4. Round 3: (sc in next stitch, inc) repeat around (18)
5. Round 4: (sc in next 2 stitches, inc) repeat around (24)
6. Round 5-8: sc in each stitch around (24)
7. Round 9: (sc in next 2 stitches, dec) repeat around (18)
8. Round 10: (sc in next stitch, dec) repeat around (12)
9. Stuff the heart at this point with fiberfill.
10. Round 11: dec around (6)
11. Fasten off and weave in ends. Make a second piece following the same steps.

Arms (Make 2):

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 4 sc in magic ring (4)
3. Round 2: (sc in next stitch, inc) repeat around (6)
4. Rounds 3-4: sc in each stitch around (6)
5. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Face Details:

• Attach the safety eyes or create eyes using black yarn.
• Embroider a cute smiling mouth with contrasting yarn.
• Add rosy cheeks using a small circle of pink felt or yarn if desired.

Assembly:

1. Place the two heart pieces together, with the right sides facing each other.
2. Using slip stitches or sc, start sewing around the edges, leaving a small gap for stuffing.
3. Stuff the heart generously, then continue sewing it closed. Ensure the arms are securely attached when sewn together.

Final Touch:

• Weave in any loose ends and ensure everything is securely fastened.
• Give your heart a little squeeze and enjoy your lovely finished project!