How to knit a heart coaster

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

How to knit a heart

You will need:

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

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

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.

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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.

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Step 3

Join the two pieces by knitting across them. Knit 4 more rows.

Then, on the next row, decrease the 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.

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Share the knitted love with the people in your life

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

Start working on your next heart project

Once you’ve finished your knitted coasters, take a look at our knitted heart pattern.