Handmade Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day: A Cute Rose in a Pot & Crochet Heart

A handmade project is a gift that best expresses your emotions. Why not celebrate Valentine's Day by crocheting a rose and heart? You can experiment with beautiful Amigurumi patterns for your loved one, which will show a romantic side of yours. As you know, Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and crocheting heartfelt gifts with your favorite crochet hook is a perfect surprise. In this blog, we will guide you step-by-step to crochet a beautiful rose in a pot and an Amigurumi heart.

What Materials Do You Need?

Are you ready for lovable Valentine’s day gifts? Before you begin, gather all the necessary tools:

1. Crochet Hooks: Any single ended crochet hook in the size of 3.00mm to 4mm. You can also use an interchangeable Tunisian crochet hook but don’t attach the cord. You can work with a wooden crochet hook from Lantern Moon, it is made from ebony and ensures a smooth and snag-free experience. You can refer to our blog on how to choose the right hook for the project.
2. Yarn: Use cotton yarn to make a rose (red shade) and a heart pattern, which adds a realistic touch to your pattern in red or pink (for the heart shape), green (for leaves and a stem), clay color for the pot, and dark brown for the soil.
3. Stuffing: Use fiberfill to give a perfect shape and wire for the stem.
4. Hot Glue Gun: To secure the rose or heart in place.
5. Crochet Accessories: Gather all the essential tools like a darning needle, a pair of scissors, and stitch markers.

Crochet Abbreviations

MR - Magic Ring

Chain- CH

Single Crochet- SC

Double Crochet- DC

Half Double Crochet- HDC

Increase- Inc

Decrease- Dec

Keep in mind, that SC (US term) is DC in the UK pattern, DC (US term) is Treble crochet in the UK, and HDC (US pattern) is HTR in the UK pattern. Read our blog on US Vs UK terminology to know more.

Step-by-Step to Crochet Rose in a Pot

Here are the simple steps to make this amazing design:

Step 1:  Crochet a Rose Pattern

1. Start by making a CH stitch of 30 to make a small-sized rose.
2. Then, CH 5 and make a DC in the 6th CH.
3. Next, skip 2 stitches, DC, 3 CH, DC. Repeat the same pattern till the end of the row.
4. CH 3 and turn the work and 5 DC in the first 'V' stitch.
5. In the next stitch, SC and 6 DC in the same stitch. Repeat the pattern till the end of the row and slip-stitch to secure the stitches.
6. Now, fold the petal using your fingers and sew it using the finishing needle.

 Step 2: Crochet Leaves

1. Make a slip knot.
2. Create eight CH and in the second CH from the hook create HDC in the next 2 stitches. Then, in the remaining create one DC, and in the last stitch create three SC, tight it by pulling the yarn. Learn with our blog on how to make double crochet.
3. R 2: Now, start working on the other side, make HDC in the first CH, DC in the next stitch, and SC in the last stitch. Slip stitch to close it.
4. Turn the work and follow the same pattern in R1 and 2.

Step 3: Create the Stem

1. Take the green color and crochet a small wire for the stem.
2. Or you can also wrap the yarn around the wire. Attach the leaves by inserting the wire into the leaves.

Step 4: Crochet a Base of the Pot

1. Make an MR
2. R1: 6 SC into the ring.
3. R2: Inc SC in each stitch around.
4. R3: 1 SC, Inc repeat around.
5. R4: 2 SC, Inc repeat around.
6. R 5: 3 SC, Inc. repeat around. Adjust the pot according to your preference.

Step 5: Create the Pot Soil

1. Make an MR and follow the first 3 rounds exactly as pot.
2. SC, Inc (SC in the next 2 st).
3. Slip stitch into the last and close it.

Step 6: Assemble the Rose into the Pot

1. Insert the stem into the bottom of the heart and sew it securely.
2. Use the hot glue gun to attach the stem inside the pot.

Now, you are ready with your beautiful crochet rose. With this guide, you’ll have a potted rose that never wilts or needs water!

Do you want to make a heart shape?

Crocheting a handmade heart is a wonderful way of expressing love on Valentine's Day. It is simple and needs knowledge of basic crochet stitches. Explore this creative Amigurumi pattern and make a beautiful heart.

Step-by-Step to Crochet a Heart

Follow these simple and easy steps to create a cute heart.

Step 1: Start with a Magic Circle

1. Create a magic ring or circle, and CH one. A quick guide to learning how to make a magic circle.
2. R1- Make six SC into the MR with a single-ended crochet hook. Read our blog to learn how to make a single crochet.
3. R2- Inc SC into each stitch, which means adding 2 SC in every stitch, making a total of 12 SC.
4. R3 & 4- Make an SC in each stitch, 12 SC. Now, your fabric will start to curl.
5. Cut the yarn and leave a long tail in 1st piece.

Step 2: Create Second Heart Piece

By following the above step, make 2nd piece. Don't cut the yarn

Step 3: Join Both The pieces

R 5: In 2nd piece, make one SC in six stitches. Now, attach the 1st piece with SC and make 12 SC in the 2nd piece, which means 2 SC in every stitch.

1. In the remaining stitches in 1st piece, make 6 SC, in total all in round you get 24 SC.
2. R 6: In this, we will start Dec (SC in the next 2 stitches) and 6 SC, which means after every Dec, make 1 SC.
3. R 7: Make one SC in each stitch.
4. R 8: SC in the next stitch and Dec. In the end, you get 12 SC.
5. R 9: SC in each stitch.
6. Fill the stuff inside the pieces evenly.
7. R 10: Dec in each stitch round total 6 SC.
8. Cut the yarn and leave a long tail to sew.

Now you can use the heart as a plushie or assemble in a bouquet and work on the stem and leaves according to the previously mentioned instructions.

We hope you understand the instruction of crocheting a heart. So, get ready and start making it today.

A crochet rose and a heart is a simple yet heartfelt project and perfect for gifting, home decor, or just spreading a little love. Whether you’re making one for yourself or a friend, this single piece brings a smile. Lantern Moon has premium crochet hook sets in Bequest and Radiance. Both are available in 6 popular sizes and matching accessories. Crocheting each stitch will become a memorable sign of love.