Crochet Bambolino Heart with Free Pattern
Celebrate sweet moments with Free Crochet Bambolino Heart Pattern featuring lovely heart style perfect for cozy rooms and happy days.
There’s something truly comforting about making simple crochet projects, and recently I tried a delightful pattern that’s perfect for spreading a little love. The free crochet Bambolino Heart Pattern from the YouTube channel DIY Yarn Crafts is just what you need if you enjoy easy, charming crafts. This little heart is a cute, handmade item that can brighten up your day or someone else’s with its sweet design.
The Bambolino Heart is soft and squishy, crafted with smooth yarn that feels great in your hands. Its classic heart shape is nicely rounded and plump, giving it a warm and cozy appearance. The stitches create a neat and polished look, making it stand out as a lovely decoration. You can use it in many ways—attach it to a bag, hang it on a wall, or even carry it as a small charm.
Bambolino Heart Crochet Pattern for Special Occasions
Besides its pretty design, the heart’s texture is gentle and inviting, making it a joy to hold or display. Its simple style and bright colors add a touch of warmth to any space. Whether placed on a shelf or clipped to keys, this little heart brings happiness and charm wherever it goes.
This free crochet Bambolino Heart Pattern is not only fun to make but also makes a thoughtful gift for loved ones. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because, it shows you care with a handmade touch. If you’re looking for a small project that's quick, easy, and full of heart, this pattern is a great fit.
Heart-Shaped Amigurumi Keychain Crochet Pattern
This charming heart-shaped amigurumi keychain pattern is perfect for gifting or personal keepsakes. Using Amigurumi yarn (Tex 492) and a 2.5mm crochet hook, you will create a soft, stuffed heart figure adorned with cute arms and legs, finished with half-pearl eyes for a delightful look. The pattern walks through crochet rounds step-by-step, assembly, and finishing, making it accessible for crocheters familiar with amigurumi techniques.
Quick Overview of the Pattern
- Heart Body: Crocheted in two pieces joined together and shaped with increases and decreases.
- Limbs: Two legs and two arms crocheted separately with simple rounds.
- Assembly: Arms and legs are attached, cords created as decoration, and eyes affixed with glue.
- Extras: Use of half-pearl beads for eyes and silicone glue for secure attachment.
Notes
- This pattern mostly uses single crochet (SC) stitches worked in continuous rounds.
- Rounds begin from a magic ring, which helps close holes tightly at the start.
- The second heart piece remains connected via yarn for joining rather than fastening off early.
- Decreases are worked invisibly for neat shaping.
- Assembly includes hand-sewing seams and surface gluing beads.
- Recommended to stuff firmly with polyester filling before final closing for a plump shape.
- Silicone glue is suggested to firmly attach delicate beads for safety in keychain use.
Skill Level
Intermediate: Familiarity with amigurumi basics, magic ring, single crochet, invisible decreases, and simple assembly techniques recommended.
Materials
- Amigurumi yarn Tex 492 (varied colors as desired)
- Crochet hook 2.5 mm
- Polyester stuffing
- Tapestry needle for sewing pieces together
- Scissors
- Silicone glue (for bead attachment)
- Half-pearl beads (for eyes)
Measurements / Sizing (Approximate)
- Heart width: ~6–7 cm
- Height (including legs and arms): ~10–12 cm
- Keychain size varies slightly with yarn tension and stuffing firmness
Gauge and Stitch Pattern
- Gauge is approximate due to amigurumi nature:
- 6 rounds of SC = approx. 3.5 cm diameter (heart body base)
- Pattern uses tight single crochet (SC) stitches worked mostly in the round.
Stitch Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ch | Chain | Basic chain stitch |
| sc | Single crochet | One single crochet stitch per stitch |
| inc | Increase | 2 SC in same stitch |
| inv dec | Invisible decrease | Decreasing seamlessly to shape fabric |
| MR | Magic ring | Adjustable ring to work first round |
| sl st | Slip stitch | Join rounds or move work |
Special Stitches
- Magic Ring (MR): Foundation for starting rounds without holes — adjustable loop crocheted into to create tight ring.
- Invisible Decrease (inv dec): Insert hook into front loops of two stitches, yarn over and pull through loops in a way that the decrease is subtle and smooth.
The Crochet Pattern
Heart Body (Make Two Pieces)
- Round 1:
- Begin with a magic ring (MR).
- Work 6 single crochet (SC) stitches into the ring. (6 sts)
- Round 2:
- Increase by working 2 SC in each stitch around. (12 sts)
- Round 3:
- Work 1 SC in next stitch, then 1 increase (2 SC in next stitch) — repeat 6 times. (18 sts)
- Round 4:
- Work 2 SC, then 1 increase — repeat 6 times. (24 sts)
- Rounds 5-6:
- Work 1 SC in each stitch around (24 SC per round).
- Note:
- For the first piece, fasten off at the end of round 6.
- For the second piece, do not fasten off; keep yarn connected for joining.
Joining the Two Heart Pieces
- Round 7:
- With the yarn attached to the second piece, join the two heart halves by working 20 single crochet stitches (SC) around the first piece.
- Skip some stitches carefully to connect to the corresponding stitches on the second piece.
- Then work 20 SC around the second piece to join the two halves evenly.
- Closing the Gap:
- Use the remaining yarn tail and a tapestry needle to sew shut any gap or uneven edges between the two pieces, ensuring a seamless join.
Continuing the Body
- Rounds 8-9:
- Work 1 SC in each stitch around (42 stitches total per round).
Decreasing for the Heart Shape
- Round 10:
- Work the following stitch pattern to begin decreasing and shaping the heart:
- 8 SC, invisible decrease (inv dec), 1 SC, inv dec, 16 SC, inv dec, 1 SC, inv dec, 8 SC.
- Work the following stitch pattern to begin decreasing and shaping the heart:
- Rounds 11-17:
- Continue decreasing with the same logic as round 10:
- Decrease symmetrically around the heart body to create the heart indentation and taper bottom.
- Continue decreasing with the same logic as round 10:
- Round 18:
- Work: 2 SC, 1 decrease, 3 SC, 1 decrease, 1 SC to further taper the heart.
- Final Round:
- Close the piece by making 4 decreases to finish and secure the shape.
Legs (Make Two)
- Round 1:
- Magic ring with 6 SC.
- Round 2:
- Increase: 2 SC in each stitch (12 SC).
- Rounds 3-4:
- Work 1 SC in each stitch (12 SC per round).
- Round 5:
- Work 1 SC, 1 decrease pattern repeated 4 times (8 SC total).
- Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
Arms (Make Two)
- Round 1:
- Magic ring with 6 SC.
- Round 2:
- Work 1 SC, 1 increase repeated 3 times (9 SC total).
- Rounds 3-4:
- Work 1 SC in each stitch (9 SC per round).
- Fasten off, leaving a tail for assembly.
Assembly
- Cords:
- Crochet 4 chains of 17 stitches each.
- Tie a knot at each chain end for a polished finish.
- Positioning Limbs:
- Attach arms approximately 8 rows down from the top edge of the heart body on each side.
- Sew legs near the lower portion to the base.
- Attach Eyes:
- Use silicone glue to affix half-pearl beads for eyes.
- Place roughly 1-2 rows above arms with a distance of 4 stitches apart.
- Allow glue to dry completely before handling.
Finished Size
- Heart width approximately 6-7 cm depending on tension.
- Total height with limbs and cords approximately 10–12 cm.
- Lightweight and compact—perfect for a keychain attachment.
Conclusion
You have now completed an adorable heart-shaped amigurumi keychain, combining classic amigurumi techniques like magic rings, increases, decreases, and simple sewing for assembly. The inclusion of popcorn stitch eyes with half-pearl beads adds whimsical charm and personality. This pattern is a delightful project for gift-giving, a crochet fair, or adding personal style to your belongings.
