Radiant Heart Crochet Coaster – Free & Easy Crochet Pattern

Radiant Heart Crochet Coaster – a free crochet pattern featuring a layered heart design in soft pink, red, and cream yarn. A perfect handmade touch for Valentine’s Day or everyday use.

Looking for a fun and beginner-friendly crochet project? This easy crochet heart pattern is the perfect way to create something beautiful while enjoying the process of crocheting. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a quick and satisfying project, this free crochet heart pattern is designed to be simple, rewarding, and a great way to practice different crochet techniques.

With clear, step-by-step instructions, you’ll be able to make a charming heart crochet coaster that’s great for home decor, gifting, or even as a small project to build confidence in your crochet skills. This pattern is particularly popular among beginners as it combines basic stitches with a structured shape, helping you become more comfortable with different techniques in a single project.

Why This Crochet Heart Pattern is Great for Beginners?

✔ Uses beginner-friendly techniques while allowing you to build confidence.
✔ Step-by-step instructions with images make learning easy and fun.
✔ Quick and rewarding – finish it in one sitting!
✔ Perfect for seasonal and everyday use – great as a thoughtful handmade gift.

With detailed visuals and clear guidance, this easy crochet heart pattern free tutorial makes learning crochet an enjoyable and creative experience. Let’s get started!

Close-up view of a handmade crochet heart coaster featuring red, pink, and white yarn. A perfect DIY project for beginners looking to practice crochet techniques.

Creative Uses for Your Crochet Heart Coaster

This Radiant Heart Coaster isn’t just for Valentine’s Day. Here are some ways to use it creatively:

  • As a Thoughtful Gift: Surprise a loved one with a handmade coaster.
  • Table Decor: Use it to add a cozy, handmade touch to your table setting.
  • Themed Events: Perfect for weddings, romantic dinners, or seasonal decor.
  • DIY Home Accents: Pair it with matching items for a cohesive look.

Its charm and versatility make it a must-have addition to your crochet collection!

A glass of tea resting on a handmade heart-shaped crochet coaster, showcasing its practical use as a beautiful and functional crochet project.

Materials You’ll Need to Create This Crochet Heart Coaster

Prepare your tools and materials before starting this crochet heart pattern. Here's what you'll need:

  • White, red, and light pink mercerized yarn
  • 2.0 mm crochet hook

Understanding Crochet Abbreviations in This Pattern

Familiarize yourself with these commonly used abbreviations to follow the pattern seamlessly:

  • MR: Magic Ring
  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single Crochet
  • hdc: Half Double Crochet
  • dc: Double Crochet
  • Sl St: Slip Stitch
  • hdc3tog: Half Double Crochet 3 Together (work 1 hdc in each of the next 3 stitches, then join them together)

Dimensions of the Radiant Heart Coaster

  • The coaster measures approximately 5.5 inches (13.5 cm) in height and 5 inches (12.5 cm) in width.

Step Into Your Crochet Journey with Confidence

Equipped with the right materials and knowledge of abbreviations, you're ready to begin crafting this beautiful heart coaster. Explore the step-by-step instructions and transform yarn into a heartfelt creation!

Handmade heart-shaped crochet coaster with a red, pink, and cream color scheme, placed on a woven mat with decorative beads. A perfect beginner-friendly crochet project for home decor and gifting.

Step-by-Step Instructions for the Radiant Heart Crochet Coaster

Round 1: With red yarn, make a MR, ch 2, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 1 dc, 3 hdc, 3 dc, ch 2, Sl St to close.

Step-by-step image of the beginning stage of a crochet heart pattern featuring a red center for Valentine's Day projects.

Round 2: Join pink yarn at the first dc and ch 2, 1 dc, (2 dc in the same stitch) x2, 3 dc, 3 dc in the same stitch, 3 dc, (2 dc in the same stitch) x3.

Progress image of a crochet heart pattern showing the addition of a pink layer, ideal for beginner crochet projects.

Round 3: Ch 2, turn, 3 dc, (2 dc in the same stitch), 6 dc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the same stitch), 6 dc, (2 dc in the same stitch), 3 dc.

Detailed tutorial showing a crochet heart pattern in pink and red, perfect for Valentine's Day decorations.

Round 4: Ch 2, turn, 2 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 3 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 6 dc, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc in the chain space), 6 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 3 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 4 dc in the same stitch, 2 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 1 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, 2 dc, 2 dc in the same stitch, Sl St to close, fasten off.

Intermediate stage of a crochet heart pattern with pink and red yarn, demonstrating easy-to-follow steps.

Round 5: Join white yarn and ch 2, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 6 hdc, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc in the chain space), 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, 3 hdc in the same stitch, 4 hdc, hdc3tog, 4 hdc, 3 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, Sl St to close.

Adding a white edge to a crochet heart pattern, creating a free and versatile Valentine's Day design.

Round 6: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 7 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 6 hdc, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc in the chain space), 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 7 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 3 hdc, hdc3tog, 3 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 1 hdc, Sl St to close.

Completed heart-shaped crochet pattern with a red center, pink layers, and white edge, designed for beginners.

Round 7: Ch 2, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 8 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 7 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 6 hdc, (2 hdc, ch 2, 2 hdc in the chain space), 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 7 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 8 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, hdc3tog, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in the same stitch, 2 hdc, Sl St to close.

Final design of a heart crochet pattern featuring a red, pink, and white color scheme, perfect for Valentine's Day.

Round 8: (Join red yarn and ch 2, 1 dc in the same stitch), (skip 1 st, 1 sc, ch 2, 1 dc in the same stitch) repeat 17 times. At the bottom corner of the heart, without skipping, work the same stitch pattern twice. Continue the pattern (skip 1 st, 1 sc, ch 2, 1 dc) until the end. Sl St to close, fasten off.

Finished crochet heart coaster with a scalloped red edge, ideal for Valentine's Day gifts and home decor.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully completed your crochet heart pattern and created something both beautiful and practical. Whether this was your first crochet project or just another fun addition to your handmade collection, each piece you complete helps you grow as a crocheter.

Now that you've finished, why not try making a matching set, experimenting with different colors, or even adding a decorative border? Many crocheters love using heart crochet patterns in their home decor, for seasonal decorations, or as personalized gifts for friends and family. Every project is a chance to learn, improve, and explore your creativity!

A beginner-friendly crochet heart coaster placed on a woven mat, styled with colorful ceramic beads. This easy crochet pattern is great for home decor and gifting.

Keep Learning & Crocheting – Explore More Free Patterns!

If you enjoyed making this crochet heart pattern, we have plenty of other beginner-friendly patterns designed to help you learn, practice, and create with confidence.

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