A heart pillow can be sweet, graphic, colorful, or surprisingly understated. The difference often comes down to yarn texture, a carefully chosen edge, and the way the finished cushion sits among the other fabrics in a room. These 17 crochet heart pillow patterns offer several ways to explore that idea, from small plush hearts to bold square covers with heart motifs.
Every idea links to a complete project from its original designer or publisher. All have a free version: most are open web patterns or direct publisher PDFs, while Make & Do Crew’s full web pattern requires a free Grow account. Optional paid printable versions are identified below. Access arrangements can change, so check the source before choosing yarn.
The images, including the covers, are original styling illustrations rather than photographs of finished samples made from these patterns. Colors, proportions, stitch appearance, and decorative details may differ. Follow each designer’s instructions and photographs for exact construction; individual notes explain meaningful differences. Decorative pillows belong outside an infant’s sleep space, and added trim should be securely attached.
1.) A Velvet Heart in Soft Sage
A sage heart can soften a room without turning the whole palette pink. Pair it with oatmeal upholstery, warm wood, and one darker green accent so the cushion feels connected to the space. Velvet yarn gives rounded shapes a plush finish, but it also makes individual stitches harder to see. Use a smooth scrap of contrasting yarn as a running marker, and inspect the fabric before adding filling. Distribute stuffing into both lobes before filling the lower point; an unevenly packed top can make an otherwise balanced heart lean to one side. Keep the finished pillow decorative and choose yarn with care instructions that suit its intended home.
Pattern: Crochet Heart Pillow by Petra Salisbury of Dreamee Crochet. Free complete web pattern; optional paid ad-free PDF. The source uses continuous rounds and measures about 28 cm wide by 24 cm high in bulky yarn. Sage is a color substitution; the illustration’s stitch scale is approximate.
2.) A Small Heart With Cheerful Stripes
A narrow cream stripe brings a cheerful break to a coral pillow while keeping its silhouette easy to read. This is a useful way to echo two existing colors in a room without making every cushion match. A small heart also sits comfortably in an armchair where a large square pillow might occupy most of the seat. When planning stripes, remember that color changes travel around the entire three-dimensional shape, rather than appearing only on a flat front. Check the transition area before closing the cushion, and secure each end inside. Choose similar yarns for every band so one stripe does not feel noticeably firmer or thinner than its neighbors.
Pattern: Crochet Heart Pillow by Amanda of Loops & Love Crochet. Free complete web pattern; optional paid printable PDF. The pattern offers 8-by-7.5-inch and 11-by-10-inch hearts in blanket yarn. This illustration suggests a different coral, cream, and peach stripe arrangement.
3.) A Chunky Heart With Tiny Pompoms
Teal and deep petrol make an appealing alternative to the usual Valentine colors. The darker edging outlines the heart without overwhelming its center, while small pompoms give the perimeter movement. Let the cushion stand beside a plain woven pillow so its edge remains visible. This design is especially helpful for practicing the relationship between a thick body yarn and a finer decorative border. Keep the border relaxed enough to follow the curved lobes; a tight outline can pull the heart inward. Before finishing, turn the cushion over and check that the trim looks intentional from both sides, since shaped pillows rarely stay facing forward for long on a well-used sofa.
Pattern: Heart Pillow by Jillian Hewitt of Spin a Yarn Crochet. Free complete web pattern; optional paid formatted PDF. The source makes an approximately 13-by-11-inch heart with doubled chunky yarn and crocheted pompom trim. Teal colors and the illustrated trim spacing are styling variations.
4.) A Smiling Heart in Warm Cream
A tiny embroidered expression can give a simple heart plenty of personality. Cream yarn keeps the result gentle, while dark stitched features remain visible against the pale fabric. Plan the face on an unstuffed panel first, using removable yarn guides rather than permanent marks. A smile that looks centered on a flat piece can shift once the pillow becomes rounded, so check the placement again with a little temporary filling. Keep long embroidery strands anchored neatly on the reverse. For a room with busy bedding, this understated design offers a calm focal point. The expression can also be omitted if you prefer the same heart as a more grown-up decorative accent.
Pattern: Heart Shaped Pillow by Alnaar of Leelee Knits. Free complete web pattern; optional paid ad-free PDF. Two flat hearts are joined into a pillow about 12 inches tall by 11.5 inches wide. The original includes an optional embroidered face; cream coloring and eyelash placement are illustrative choices.
5.) A Little Heart With a Delicate Ruffle
A small ruffled heart works well as a finishing accent on an occasional chair. Burgundy and ivory give the shape a slightly vintage feeling, especially beside wood furniture or a soft floral print. Because the pillow is compact, the border has a strong effect on its overall appearance. Choose the edging color alongside the body yarn in daylight before committing to the combination. Keep the filling light enough that the small cushion remains rounded without stretching the stitches apart. The charm comes from a tidy silhouette and an airy edge, rather than a large amount of decoration. It also makes a manageable project when you want to concentrate on neat joining and finishing.
Pattern: Little Heart Pillow by Heidi Yates of Snappy Tots. Free complete web pattern. Little Heart Pillow measures about 7 inches across by 6.5 inches tall. The source includes a white ruffle; burgundy coloring and the illustrated scallop fullness differ from the designer’s sample.
6.) A Generous Heart With a Fabric Edge
A large mustard heart introduces warmth into a bedroom built around beige, white, or gray. Its substantial scale makes it a statement cushion, so give it room on a bench rather than squeezing it between several competing pillows. The combination of crochet and fleece is also a reminder that finishing details need not use the same material as the body. Compare the wash requirements of both materials before combining them. A heavy cushion benefits from evenly distributed filling and a securely closed seam, especially near the point. For this idea, follow the fully stuffed pillow option in the source. The simple heart outline remains the main feature even when the edge has extra texture.
Pattern: Giant Squishy Heart Pillow by Heidi Yates of Snappy Tots. Free complete web pattern; optional paid ad-free PDF. Giant Squishy Heart Pillow lists a 24-inch measurement along an edge. Its optional fleece finish uses tied fringe; the illustration shows a shorter pleated fabric edge, which is a separate finishing adaptation.
7.) A Blush Velvet Heart With a Clean Outline
Blush velvet creates a soft accent that can live comfortably with gray, ivory, or muted brown. A clean edge makes this heart feel simple enough for an adult bedroom, without needing a face or extra trim. Velvet yarn can flatten differently under changing light, so view a small swatch from several directions before judging the color. Work toward a fabric that conceals the filling while retaining a soft hand. Take particular care with the central notch: too much stuffing there can blur the two lobes into one rounded top. The illustration suggests a gently tapered shape, but the publisher’s photographs and the actual stitch gauge should guide the finished proportions.
Pattern: Heart Pillow by Bernat / Yarnspirations. Free complete publisher PDF; no sign-up required. Heart Pillow uses Baby Velvet and joined shaped panels. The printed 8-by-19-inch measurement conflicts with 45.5-by-48.5 cm; confirm sizing with the publisher rather than treating both as equivalent. Open the publisher’s PDF.
8.) A Bold Blue Heart With Golden Poms
Cobalt and mustard make a lively pairing when the rest of a room has warm, earthy tones. A broad heart outlined with golden pompoms can become the main color accent on a rust sofa or a neutral daybed. Keep nearby accessories quieter so the edging does not have to compete with tassels, fringe, and multiple prints. This is a larger project than the small plush hearts in the collection, so check the yarn quantities before beginning. Crocheted bobble pompoms are part of the finishing work, not separate loose craft pompoms glued around the cushion. Aim for a consistent edge tension that follows both lobes and the point without making the perimeter curl.
Pattern: Hearts & Poms Crochet Pillow by Red Heart Design Team / Yarnspirations. Free complete publisher PDF; no sign-up required. Hearts & Poms measures about 20 inches wide by 17 inches tall before edging. The cobalt body is a color substitution for the publisher’s solid or multicolor versions. Open the publisher’s PDF.
9.) A Classic Heart in Rich Chenille
Deep cranberry chenille gives a heart cushion a rich, cozy presence without needing added ornament. Place it against a ribbed or woven chair so the smooth pile contrasts with the furniture texture. Chenille can hide the edges of stitches, making careful counting more useful than trying to identify each stitch by touch alone. Check the yarn for shedding and make a small sample before committing to a substitute, particularly if the original yarn is unavailable. This design keeps the interest in its two rounded lobes and tapered lower section. Fill both panels evenly so one face does not bulge more than the other, and check the join carefully before securing the final end.
Pattern: Chenille Heart-Shaped Pillow L20062 by Lion Brand Yarn. Free complete PDF L20062. The direct PDF opens without an account; the product page may display an email download prompt. The Chenille Heart-Shaped Pillow is about 13 by 15 inches. The illustration uses an even cranberry tone rather than the darker color variation visible in the original sample. Open the publisher’s PDF.
10.) A Jumbo Heart in Lavender
Jumbo yarn turns a familiar heart into a cushion with an oversized stitch texture. Lavender feels fresh beside pale wood and white walls, while a darker violet version would create a stronger focal point. The larger yarn does not remove the need for careful shaping: individual increases and decreases become more visible at this scale. Compare the finished gauge with the pattern before choosing the hook, and resist adding excess filling simply to make the cushion look firmer. A modest amount should support the lobes without opening gaps between stitches. Keep the surrounding styling simple so the texture remains easy to appreciate, particularly on a small bench or an uncluttered reading chair.
Pattern: Heart Pillow M21099 / Version 2 by Lion Brand Yarn. Free complete PDF M21099, listed as Heart Pillow (Crochet) – Version 2. The direct PDF opens without an account; the product page may show an email prompt. The Spektacular design measures about 14 by 14 inches. Lavender coloring and the illustrated yarn surface are styling substitutions; compare gauge when replacing its jumbo yarn. Open the publisher’s PDF.
11.) A Simple Heart in Terracotta
Terracotta makes a heart pillow feel relaxed and earthy rather than specifically seasonal. It sits naturally beside cane, linen, and greenery, making it a good color direction for a covered sunroom or a quiet reading corner. A plain surface also lets you focus on consistent stitches and matching the two sides before joining them. Set the panels together without stretching either one and check that their outlines align. If one is noticeably larger, address the tension difference before filling, rather than relying on the seam to pull it into shape. This straightforward style rewards neat finishing, with a restrained edge that preserves the heart’s outline instead of adding another decorative layer.
Pattern: Heart Throw Cushion by Jayda InStitches. Free complete two-page PDF; no account required. Heart Throw Cushion uses medium-weight yarn and half-double-crochet panels. The PDF does not state a finished measurement, so use its yarn guidance and your gauge rather than an invented size. Terracotta is a color variation.
12.) A Candy Heart With a Personal Message
A short stitched word can turn a decorative heart into a personal gift. Mint and coral suggest conversation candy, while a single initial would make the same idea feel quieter. Keep the lettering compact enough to sit inside the curved outline with generous space around it. The side band is an important part of this design: it gives the cushion depth and helps the front remain flatter than a softly rounded amigurumi heart. Decide on the message before final assembly so the reverse of the embroidery can be secured neatly. Use the designer’s linked lettering guidance for technique, and check the word from a distance before fastening every end permanently inside.
Pattern: Candy Heart Pillow by Juli Anne of Once Upon a Cheerio. Free complete web pattern; optional paid printable PDF. Candy Heart Pillow measures about 12 inches wide by 10 inches high and includes a separate side band. The illustrated HUG message and its letter size are personalization choices, not a supplied exact lettering chart.
13.) A Marled Heart Made With Two Strands
Holding two related yarn colors together creates a subtle marled effect that reads differently from stripes. Ochre and pale gold make a warm combination, especially against forest green upholstery. Choose strands with similar care requirements and check that both feed smoothly without one repeatedly tightening. The doubled yarn changes the thickness of the fabric, so it is worth keeping a small sample beside the project as a reminder of the intended tension. A broad heart suits this texture because the uninterrupted center gives the blended colors room to show. Finish the join in a way that keeps the lobes balanced, then add filling gradually until the cushion feels supported rather than rigid.
Pattern: Heart Pillow by Peach&Paige Designs. Free complete web pattern; optional paid printable PDF. The source uses two DK strands held together, half-double crochet, and joined panels, with a listed size of 37 cm wide by 33 cm high. The ochre marling replaces its single-color sample.
14.) A Square Cushion With a Surface-Crochet Heart
A square pillow can carry a bold heart while fitting easily into an existing group of sofa cushions. Blue on cream feels crisp, and alternating shades give the motif depth without needing a complicated room palette. Here the decorative heart is added to a plain crocheted base using surface stitches. That makes careful placement more important than the number of colors: mark the center, check the chart orientation, and avoid pulling the surface work so tightly that the background puckers. A slim matching border ties the motif to the outer edge. Keep the pillow insert consistent with the pattern’s intended size so the finished cushion supports the graphic without distorting it.
Pattern: Pitter Patter Pillow by April Garwood of Banana Moon Studio. Free complete Pitter Patter Pillow web pattern; optional paid ad-free PDF. The past crochet-along’s social activities are not required to access the pattern. The source is 18 inches square with a filled heart made from vertical surface-slip-stitch columns. Blue colors and the illustration’s more pronounced raised texture differ from the original red-and-pink sample.
15.) A Modern Heart Worked Into a Solid Square
A white heart against lavender gives a familiar motif a clean, graphic look. Unlike an embroidered design, this heart is formed through color changes within the crocheted square itself. That is a useful distinction when choosing a project: the colorwork happens as the fabric grows, rather than being added after the base is complete. Keep carried strands relaxed enough to allow the cushion to stretch over its insert, and inspect the front before closing the final side. A smooth yarn helps the angled rounds remain visible. The square format also makes it easy to combine this pillow with plain rectangular cushions, using the lavender background as the link between different shapes.
Pattern: Easy Crochet Heart Pillow by Jess Coppom of Make & Do Crew. Free subscriber-exclusive web pattern; a free Grow account with email and password is required for full web access. Optional paid printable PDF includes a stitch chart. The cover is approximately 16.5 inches square and uses solid double-crochet rounds with color changes. The lavender-and-white palette differs from the original gray-and-pink version.
16.) A Plain Heart Worked in Joined Rounds
A sunny yellow heart brings a playful note to a wicker chair or a room with warm white walls. This option uses a three-dimensional construction worked in joined, turned rounds, creating a different making experience from assembling two flat panels. Pay attention to the designer’s turning directions, since they affect how the join travels along the side. The plain heart body is enough to make a strong decorative cushion; it does not need facial features or extra attachments. Choose a yarn and tension that keep the filling concealed, especially where the taller stitches meet the shaping. A simple color makes it easier to appreciate the rounded top and the gradual taper toward the point.
Pattern: Heart Shaped Pillow by Twinkie Chan. Free complete web pattern. Use the Heart Tops and Heart Body sections of Heart Shaped Pillow. The source also includes optional character details and limbs; these are omitted here. Yellow coloring and the illustrated stitch density are styling variations.
17.) A Granny-Stripe Heart in a Green Gradient
A green gradient gives a heart motif a fresh, botanical feeling. Keep the background creamy and repeat one of the darker greens elsewhere in the room for a balanced arrangement. This square cover uses granny-stripe clusters, so its surface is more open than the dense fabrics of the plush hearts. Choose a suitable pillow insert beneath it and consider how that inner color will look through the spaces. Lay the selected yarn shades together in their planned order before beginning, checking that neighboring colors are distinct enough to read clearly. Careful mid-row color changes keep the motif recognizable, while an even square border gives the entire cushion a tidy finish.
Pattern: Granny Stripe Heart Cushion Cover by Ling Ryan of Hooked On Patterns. Free complete web pattern; optional paid PDF adds extra photographs and a printer-friendly version. Granny Stripe Heart Cushion Cover measures about 40 cm square for a 42 cm insert, with a 45 cm option for extra fullness. Green shades and the illustrated gradient spacing are styling variations.
Choose Your Heart Pillow Project
Start with the construction you would enjoy making: a continuous-round plush heart, a pair of shaped panels, or a square cover with colorwork. Then compare the actual finished size with the chair or bed where the cushion will live. A small accent and a generous sofa pillow can share a heart motif while serving very different spaces.
Choose yarn for both its appearance and its care needs, check the original photographs before adding embellishments, and leave time for careful filling and joining. For another way to combine handmade texture with everyday room styling, explore our handmade crochet pillow design collection.
