Introduction: Welcome to our Heart Mandala Crochet Tutorial! In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through creating a stunning and intricate Heart Mandala using basic crochet stitches. This free pattern is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters, allowing you to create a beautiful piece of art that combines the symbolism of hearts with the meditative beauty of mandalas.

Materials Needed:

  1. Worsted weight yarn in your choice of colors (Main Color for the mandala background and Contrast Color for the hearts)
  2. Crochet hook (size appropriate for your chosen yarn)
  3. Yarn needle
  4. Scissors

Skill Level: Beginner

Abbreviations Used:

  • ch: chain
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • sl st: slip stitch

Note: This pattern uses US crochet terminology.

Instructions: Mandala Base:

Round 1: With Main Color, create a magic ring and ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout). Work 11 dc into the ring. Join with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch 3. (12 dc)

Round 2: Ch 3, dc in the same st. 2 dc in each st around. Join. (24 dc)

Round 3: Ch 3, dc in the same st, dc in the next st. 2 dc in the next st, dc in the next st. Repeat from * to * around. Join. (36 dc)

Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the same st and in the next st. Ch 5, skip the next st, sc in the next two sts. Repeat from * to * around. Join.

Heart Motif:

Row 5: Join Contrast Color in any ch-5 space. Ch 1, sc in the same space. Ch 4, dc in the same space. Ch 4, sc in the same space. This creates the first heart. Sc in the next ch-5 space. Ch 4, dc in the same space. Ch 4, sc in the same space. Repeat from * to * around. Join.

Round 6: Sl st into the next ch-4 space. Ch 1, sc in the same space. Ch 4, dc in the same space. Ch 4, sc in the same space. Sc in the next ch-4 space. Ch 4, dc in the same space. Ch 4, sc in the same space. Repeat around. Join.

Mandala Edging:

Round 7: Sl st to the next ch-4 space. Ch 1, sc in the same space. Ch 5, sc in the next ch-4 space. Repeat around. Join.

Round 8: Ch 1, sc in the same space. Ch 7, sc in the next ch-5 space. Repeat around. Join.

Fasten off, weave in ends, and block your Heart Mandala for the best results.

Congratulations, you’ve completed your Heart Mandala crochet project! Display it as a beautiful wall hanging, a table centerpiece, or incorporate it into other creative projects.

Remember, this pattern is for personal use only and may not be sold or distributed. Feel free to experiment with color combinations and sizes to make each Heart Mandala uniquely yours. Happy crocheting!