How to knit a heart coaster

Learn how to knit a heart for everyone you love. Our set of coasters make wonderful gifts

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Julie & the Knits

Published: May 19, 2022 at 11:05 am

Looking for a last-minute gift idea? Learn how to knit a heart with this fab free tutorial from Julie & The Knits

These knitted hearts are made using simple knitting techniques, such as garter stitch, KFB (knit into front and back of stitch) and k2tog (knit the next two stitches together). They make brilliant coasters, or use them to embellish kids outfits, bags or any other projects you fancy.

Make sure you check out our knitting patterns for more free projects and our tutorials on how to knit if you're a newbie! We've also got a handy video tutorial that you can follow too.

How to knit a heart video

You’ll need

Head to our y arn weight conversion chart to learn more about yarn weights.

• Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky yarn in Cherry Pie (339) • Knitting needles 8mm (US11) • Tapestry needle • Scissors

How to knit a heart

You will need:

Yarn
Knitting needles
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Step 1

How to knit a heart coaster step 1

Knit the top of the heart. Cast on 5 stitches. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Increase first stitch by knitting in the front and back (kfb), knit to end of row. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: Knit to last stitch, increase (kfb). Repeat the first 2 rows. Knit 4 rows.

Step 2

How to knit a heart coaster step 2

Cut the yarn and push your work to the bottom of the needle. Now cast on 5 stitches on the same needle where your work is. Repeat step 1 to create the other side of the heart. Once completed, the two pieces should be on the same needle.

Step 3

How to knit a heart coaster step 3

Join the two pieces by knitting across them. Knit 4 more rows. Then on the next row decrease first and last stitch by knitting 2 stitches together (k2tog). Knit next row. Repeat the last two steps until you have 2 stitches left. Cast off and weave in ends.

We hope you enjoyed learning how to knit a heart and now have loads of hearts to give out to your friends and family.

Once you’ve finished your knitted coasters check out our toy dog knitting pattern and our knitted cactus pattern as they’re both just as cute! Foran alternative heart, take a look at out knitted heart pattern.