- LevelBeginner
- Time2-3 Hours
- Hook1.6 mm
- YarnWorsted
About This Pattern
This crochet heart with wings pattern turns a handful of simple single crochet rows into a little symbol of affection you can gift, wear, or display. Made in two colors of your choice, the heart shape is built up with shaping rows while the wings add a whimsical, almost fairy-tale touch. It's perfect for anyone who wants a quick, meaningful handmade item—for a partner, a friend, or simply to keep as a personal reminder of love and creativity.
The technique here is refreshingly approachable: you'll work entirely in single crochet, using simple increase and decrease shaping to form the heart's curves and the wings' delicate points. Because there's no complicated stitch work like puff stitches or invisible decreases, this is a wonderful project for beginners who've mastered the basics of chaining and single crocheting. Expect to spend about 2-3 hours total, including assembly time with your sewing needle.
When finished, you'll have a petite, charming embellishment—small enough to clip onto a bag, thread onto the included red ribbon as a necklace, or glue onto a hair clip or magnet. The two-tone color combination makes it pop, while the soft yarn texture gives it a cozy, tactile feel. It's an ideal last-minute gift that feels anything but last-minute, wrapped in genuine handmade charm.
- Begin with a slip knot and a short foundation chain to set the width of the heart's base.
- Work a first row of single crochets across the chain to establish the starting shape.
- Turn your work after a chain 1 and crochet a slightly narrower row to begin tapering the sides.
- Repeat that narrower row once more so both sides shape evenly toward the point.
- Turn and work one more row, decreasing the stitch count again to continue forming the heart's lower point.
- Create the wing pieces separately using the same simple single crochet shaping technique.
- Use a sewing needle to join the wings to the heart body in the two assembly steps.
- Finish by threading or tying on the red ribbon for hanging or wearing your charm.
Materials
- Yarn in two colors of your choice
- 1.6 mm crochet hook
- Sewing needle
- Scissors
- Piece of red ribbon for decoration
Crochet Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sl st
- slip stitch
- sc
- single crochet
- hdc
- half double crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- inc
- increase
- dec
- decrease
- mr
- magic ring
- fo
- finish off
Crochet Heart With Wings Pattern: A Thoughtful Gift or Home Charm
Start
Make a slip knot, then chain 7.
- Round 1
Start from the second chain from the hook, crochet 6 single crochets (one in each stitch).Chain 1, turn your work.
- Round 2(5)
Crochet 5 single crochets. Chain 1, turn your work. For Row 3: Repeat Row 2 (5 single crochets).Chain 1, turn your work.
- Round 4
Crochet 4 single crochets. Chain 1, turn your work.
- Round 5
Repeat Row 4 (4 single crochets). Chain 1, then cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing. Pull the yarn through the last loop.Make a magic circle.
- Round 1
Chain 3 (counts as the first treble crochet), then crochet 3 treble crochets, 4 double crochets, 1 treble crochet, 4 double crochets, 3 treble crochets into the circle. Chain 3, then slip stitch into the circle. Tighten circle.
- Round 2
Crochet 2 single crochets. Then, in the next stitch, crochet 3 single crochets. Repeat this (3 single crochets in one stitch) three more times. Crochet 4 single crochets. Then crochet a double crochet, a treble crochet, and another double crochet all in the same stitch. Again, crochet 4 single crochets, and repeat the (3 single crochets in one stitch) four times. Finish the round with a single crochet and a slip stitch. Cut the yarn, pull through the loop, and tighten to fasten.
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Assembly Instructions
- Step 1 Sew the Wings to the Heart:: Position the wings on each side of the heart and use the sewing needle and yarn tails to securely attach them.
- Step 2 Adding the Ribbon:: Thread the ribbon through the heart and tie a knot. Trim the ends of the ribbon and carefully heat seal them with a flame to prevent fraying.
Important Notes
- 💡 Use a 1.6 mm crochet hook as specified, and work with a thinner or fingering weight yarn to match—this small hook size is key to keeping the heart and wings delicate rather than bulky.
- 💡 Before starting, wind off small amounts of both yarn colors so you're not wrestling with two full skeins while working on such a small-scale project.
- 💡 Keep your sewing needle threaded and ready before you finish your last round, so you can weave in ends and begin assembly without losing momentum.
- 💡 When cutting your red ribbon for decoration, cut it slightly longer than you think you'll need—you can always trim excess, but you can't add length back.
- 💡 Block your finished heart and wing pieces lightly with a spray of water and a pin-down on a towel before assembly; this helps flatten curling edges from the single crochet rows.
- 💡 If this is your first time turning work mid-row, remember the working loop stays on your hook as you rotate the piece—only the direction you crochet in changes, not the stitch itself.
Common Mistakes and Fixes
- Miscounting stitches when starting from the second chain from the hook, leading to an uneven first row.
Count your foundation chain twice before starting, and place a stitch marker in the second chain from the hook so you know exactly where to begin your first single crochet.
- Forgetting to chain 1 and turn between rows, which distorts the tension and shape of the heart.
Get in the habit of saying 'chain 1, turn' out loud or in your head every time you finish a row—this simple verbal cue helps build the muscle memory needed for consistent shaping.
- Working too tightly on the decrease rows (5 single crochets down to 4), causing the heart's point to pucker.
Loosen your tension slightly on decrease rows by consciously relaxing your grip on the yarn, or size up your hook by a fraction of a millimeter if your stitches are consistently tight.
- Losing track of which row you're on since the pattern repeats similar row counts (5 single crochets appears twice).
Use a row counter or simply jot tally marks on paper as you complete each row, especially since Row 2 and its repeat both call for 5 single crochets.
- Skimping on the assembly steps and rushing the sewing needle work that joins the heart and wings together.
Take your time whip-stitching the pieces together with small, even stitches, and weave in your yarn tail securely so the wings don't droop or detach with wear.
- Choosing two yarn colors that are too similar in value, which makes the heart and wings blend together instead of standing out.
Pick colors with good contrast—like a warm heart color against a cool wing color, or a dark heart with light wings—so the design's two-tone charm really shines.
Variations
- I adore how this heart with wings pattern proves that you don't need fancy stitches to make something that tugs at the heartstrings. Working the rows of single crochet—starting with that initial chain of 7 and shaping down from 6 stitches to 5, then to 4—feels meditative, almost like watching the heart shape reveal itself row by row. There's something so satisfying about turning your work after each chain 1 and watching the piece take form in your hands. I love that this pattern uses two colors, which means you get to play with contrast: a soft blush heart with golden wings, or a deep with white angelic wings. The assembly steps at the end, where you bring the wings and heart together with your sewing needle, feel like the magical moment where separate pieces become one meaningful whole. And that little red ribbon detail? It's the kind of finishing touch that elevates a simple charm into something you'd proudly gift or wear yourself. This is the project I reach for when I want a fast, feel-good make with real emotional payoff.
Frequently Asked Questions
What yarn weight works best for this crochet heart with wings pattern?
A lightweight yarn like sport or DK weight pairs beautifully with the 1.6 mm hook called for in the materials list. This keeps the charm delicate and well-proportioned rather than chunky or stiff.
Can I make this heart with wings pattern in just one color instead of two?
Absolutely! While the two-color look gives lovely contrast between the heart and wings, you can use a single color throughout for a more subtle, monochromatic charm. It's just as sweet and simplifies your yarn management.
How do I attach the wings to the heart during assembly?
You'll use your sewing needle to whip-stitch the wing pieces onto the back or sides of the heart shape, following the two assembly steps included in the pattern. Take care to secure your stitches tightly so the wings stay in place with wear or handling.
Is this pattern suitable for a complete beginner to crochet?
Yes, this is an excellent beginner project since it only uses single crochet stitches along with basic increase and decrease shaping. As long as you're comfortable chaining and single crocheting, you'll be able to follow along easily.
What can I use this crochet heart with wings for once it's finished?
This charming little piece works wonderfully as a keychain, bag charm, necklace pendant threaded on the included red ribbon, or a sweet home decor accent pinned to a bulletin board or hung as an ornament. It also makes a lovely small handmade gift on its own.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/crochet-heart-with-wings-tutorial-for-as-thoughtful-gift-or-home-charm/
About the Author
Marisol QuinteroWho runs Crochet Obsessed, why a stitch count sits at the end of every round, how a pattern gets written here, and the things this site will never do.



