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How to Crochet a Valentine's Insta-like

Level
Intermediate
Time
1+ days
Budget
10 - 30

It’s that time of the year again! It’s time to celebrate with your loved one, and what better way than to crochet a valentine’s day gift!

In this project, @nowaycrochet has re-created the iconic insta-like in superb style with the use of some beautiful yarn.

Add a touching sentiment below your creation, and produce an incredible gift that truly shows how much your loved one means to you.

Discover more Valentines projects here >

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You Will Need

* 1 Knitcraft Red Cotton Blend Plain DK Yarn 100g

* 1 Knitcraft White Cotton Blend Plain DK Yarn 100g

* A Knitcraft 3mm Crochet Hook

* Scissors

* Hand Sewing Needles

* Craft Glue

* A Square of Red Felt 20cm x 20cm

* A White Box Frame 20cm x 20cm

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Pattern Notes

Abbreviations (UK Terms)

Ch - Chain 

Dc- Double crochet 

Tr - Treble Crochet

Dtr - Double Treble Crochet 

Slst - Slip Stitch

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Pattern

Instructions:

 

Using Red, ch21. 

Row 1: Dc into 2nd ch from hook, dc to end of row, ch1, turn.

Row 2 - 11: Dc along to the end of row, ch1, turn.

Row 12: Dc along to last stitch, ch1, do not turn.

Row 13: 2dc into the same space as your ch1. This will be your corner for the border. Dc along side, 3dc into corner space.

6dc, 1htr, 1tr, (1dtr, ch1, 1dtr) into next st, 1tr, 1htr, dc along to end of row, 3 sc in corner space, dc along side, ss to 1st dc.

Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.

Heart Pattern

Make a magic circle, leaving a 10cm tail.

Rnd 1: Ch3, into magic circle, 3dtr, 3tr, dtr, ch1, dtr, 3tr, 3dtr, ch3.

Slst into a magic circle.

Pull tight and fasten off, leaving a 10cm tail.

'U' Pattern

Using White, ch12, leaving a 10cm tail.

Row 1: 1dc into 2nd ch from hook, 3dc, (2dc into next st) 3 times, 4dc. 

Fasten off leaving a 10cm tail.

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Finishing

Take your Heart and ‘U’ and fasten them onto the main body using the long tails. You can secure further by sewing directly on with a needle and thread.

 

To mount your Insta-Like into the frame, you will need to add a felt backing. Trace round your design onto your felt with chalk, and cut out neatly. Cover the back of your design with the felt, and sew through the back loops, fastening off tightly.

 

Position your design in your frame and stick with hobby glue. Write a personal message underneath or keep it simple with just your Insta- Like!  Alternatively, you can stick your design on the front of a valentines card for a more personal touch.

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