The Crochet Baby Blanket Full of Hearts is a charming and heartfelt design that adds extra warmth—not just in texture, but in sentiment. Perfect for baby showers or special gifts, this pattern typically incorporates heart motifs either through colorwork (like tapestry or intarsia crochet) or through textured stitches such as puff stitches, bobbles, or front post stitches. The result is a sweet, cozy blanket with raised or visual heart shapes scattered throughout or arranged in rows or grids.
Beginners with basic crochet skills can follow simplified versions of this pattern, where heart shapes are created using bobbles or post stitches worked over a background of simple double crochet or half double crochet. For more advanced crocheters, patterns may use chart-based color changes to “draw” the hearts directly into the fabric using contrasting yarns. Either way, the project is manageable and rewarding, often worked in rows or rounds with soft, baby-safe yarn and a medium-sized hook.
What makes this blanket extra special is its symbolism—the heart shapes represent love, care, and protection, making it a meaningful gift. It’s easy to customize with different colors, layouts, and even add a border of mini hearts or scallops to match the theme. Whether you’re making it for a new baby or as a keepsake, the Crochet Heart Blanket is a thoughtful and beautiful project that’s sure to be treasured.
Pattern and tutorial by Daisy Farm Crafts