This blue textured heart applique crochet pattern combines bands of blue and white with raised ridges across a flat heart. The piece begins at the bottom point, widens through a series of increases, and finishes with two separately shaped lobes.
The texture comes from selected rows worked into the back loops only. Those rows leave the unused front loops visible on the front of the heart.
The color arrangement is striped rather than circular. There are no separate circles to join, no stuffing, and no additional border round.
Materials for the Blue Textured Heart Applique Crochet Pattern
- DK or light worsted yarn in:
- Dark blue.
- Medium blue.
- Light blue.
- White.
- A 4.0 mm crochet hook as a starting option.
- A yarn needle.
- Scissors.
- Two stitch markers.
Choose yarns of similar thickness for all four colors. Using noticeably different yarn weights can change the width or drape between bands.
Finished size depends on yarn, hook, and tension. Make and measure one sample before preparing several hearts for a larger project.
Construction and Pattern Notes
The blue textured heart applique crochet pattern is worked in turned rows from the bottom point upward.
Beginning ch-1 does not count as a stitch. After turning, work the first stitch into the first actual stitch of the previous row.
The main body widens to 12 stitches. The first six stitches then form one lobe, and the remaining six form the other.
Rows 4, 6, and 8 are worked in back loops only. All other rows use both loops unless stated otherwise.
Treat the side facing you while working Row 1 as the right side. Working Rows 4, 6, and 8 into back loops leaves the front loops of Rows 3, 5, and 7 unused. These three ridges appear on the side facing you while working Row 1.
Abbreviations — US Terms
- ch: chain.
- sc: single crochet.
- inc: work 2 sc into one stitch.
- dec: single crochet two stitches together.
- BLO: back loop only.
- st / sts: stitch / stitches.
- FO: fasten off.
To decrease, insert the hook into the next stitch and draw up a loop. Insert it into the following stitch and draw up another loop. Yarn over and pull through all three loops on the hook.
For additional terminology help, consult the Craft Yarn Council’s crochet abbreviation reference, which includes US and UK comparisons.
Color Sequence
- Rows 1–2: Dark blue.
- Rows 3–4: Medium blue.
- Rows 5–6: Light blue.
- Rows 7–8: White.
- Both lobes: Light blue.
When changing colors, complete the final yarn-over of the last stitch with the new color. Then make the turning chain with the new yarn.
Leave enough tail to weave in securely. Avoid pulling the tails tightly along the side edges.
Blue Textured Heart Applique Crochet Pattern: Main Body
Foundation
With dark blue, ch 2.
Row 1 — Bottom Point
Work 1 sc into the second chain from the hook.
Count: 1 sc.
Row 2
Ch 1, turn.
Work 2 sc into the single stitch.
Count: 2 sc.
Change to medium blue on the final yarn-over.
Row 3
Ch 1, turn.
Work 2 sc into each of the two stitches.
Count: 4 sc.
Row 4 — First Texture Ridge
Ch 1, turn.
Working in BLO throughout:
- Work 2 sc into the first stitch.
- Work 1 sc into each of the next two stitches.
- Work 2 sc into the final stitch.
For each increase, place both sc into the same back loop.
Count: 6 sc.
Change to light blue on the final yarn-over.
Row 5
Ch 1, turn.
Working through both loops:
- Work 2 sc into the first stitch.
- Work 1 sc into each of the next four stitches.
- Work 2 sc into the final stitch.
Count: 8 sc.
Row 6 — Second Texture Ridge
Ch 1, turn.
Working in BLO throughout:
- Work 2 sc into the first stitch.
- Work 1 sc into each of the next six stitches.
- Work 2 sc into the final stitch.
Count: 10 sc.
Change to white on the final yarn-over.
Row 7
Ch 1, turn.
Working through both loops:
- Work 2 sc into the first stitch.
- Work 1 sc into each of the next eight stitches.
- Work 2 sc into the final stitch.
Count: 12 sc.
Row 8 — Third Texture Ridge
Ch 1, turn.
Working in BLO, sc in each stitch across.
Count: 12 sc.
Change to light blue on the final yarn-over.
The main body is complete. Do not add further increases.
Visual Guide: Heart Row Counts and Color Bands
Check the row counts and keep all raised ridges facing the same way.
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First Lobe
The lobes use both loops of the stitches.
Lobe Row 1
Ch 1, turn.
Work 1 sc into each of the first six stitches of Body Row 8.
Leave the remaining six stitches unworked.
Count: 6 sc.
Place a marker in the first unused body stitch to identify the starting point for the second lobe.
Lobe Row 2
Ch 1, turn.
Dec over the first two stitches, work 1 sc into each of the next two stitches, then dec over the final two stitches.
Count: 4 sc.
Lobe Row 3
Ch 1, turn.
Dec twice.
Count: 2 sc.
Fasten off and secure the tail.
Second Lobe
Return to the six unused stitches of Body Row 8.
Orient the piece so you can work across these stitches in the same direction used for the first lobe’s opening row.
Join light blue in the marked first unused stitch.
Lobe Row 1
Ch 1.
Work 1 sc into the joining stitch and 1 sc into each of the remaining five unused stitches.
Count: 6 sc.
Lobe Row 2
Ch 1, turn.
Dec over the first two stitches, work 1 sc into each of the next two stitches, then dec over the final two stitches.
Count: 4 sc.
Lobe Row 3
Ch 1, turn.
Dec twice.
Count: 2 sc.
Fasten off and secure the tail.
Both lobes now contain three rows with counts of 6, 4, and 2 stitches.
The space between their inner edges forms the top indentation. Do not sew those edges together.
Visual Guide: Two Six Stitch Lobes
Split the final body row into two groups of six stitches and shape each lobe separately.
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Check the Shape
Lay the heart with the textured side facing upward.
Confirm that:
- The bottom begins with one stitch.
- The main body reaches 12 stitches.
- Each lobe uses six different stitches from the final body row.
- Both lobes have the same three-row shaping.
- The three horizontal ridges appear on the same side.
- The side edges have not been tightened by the color-change tails.
The outline should be assessed before adding the heart to another item. Do not use strong stretching to conceal uneven stitch counts or mismatched lobes.
Finishing the Blue Textured Heart Applique Crochet Pattern
Weave in the ends on the back, following stitches in a matching color where possible.
At the color changes, secure the tails without pulling the side edges inward.
There is no separate border in this version. The row ends remain the outer edge of the appliqué.
If blocking is appropriate for the yarn, follow the manufacturer’s care instructions. Arrange the lobes and point gently, and allow the piece to dry fully.
Keep the raised ridges visible rather than pressing them flat.
Attaching the Heart
Place the heart on the item you want to decorate and check its position before sewing.
Use small stitches around the perimeter, catching the edge of the appliqué and the underlying fabric without pulling either into folds.
Secure the lower point and both lobes. Keep the indentation between the lobes open.
For an attachment that may need removal, use a separate sewing thread rather than the woven-in construction tails.
Check that the care requirements of the heart and the item receiving it are compatible.
Practical Tips
Mark the First and Last Stitches
The main body grows through increases at its edges. Accidentally skipping an edge stitch or working into the turning chain changes the outline.
Use Back Loops Only on the Specified Rows
Working BLO on Rows 4, 6, and 8 places the texture at regular intervals. Random changes between front and back loops will produce a different surface.
Divide the Top Exactly in Half
Count six stitches for each lobe. Mark the first unused stitch before working the first lobe’s decreases.
Keep Both Lobes Consistent
Use the same hook, yarn, and turning-chain convention for both lobes. Compare them before weaving in the final tails.
Avoid Extra Stitches in the Cleft
The indentation comes from working the lobes separately. Adding stitches between them can fill the gap and soften the heart shape.
Color Variations
Use a single color to emphasize the ridges, or choose several shades with a clear contrast.
Keep the same stitch sequence when changing the palette. A color substitution does not require additional increases or decreases.
For several matching hearts, record the yarn, hook, and finished dimensions from the first sample.
More Textured Crochet Ideas
For another decorative motif, explore the Sunflower Crochet Applique Pattern, which uses a circular center and separate floral details.
If you enjoy raised texture, visit the 3D Floral Granny Square Crochet Pattern for a different construction combining a layered flower with a square background.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is This Blue Textured Heart Applique Crochet Pattern Worked in Rounds?
No. This version is worked in rows from the bottom point upward. The two lobes are shaped separately across the final body row.
What Creates the Texture?
Rows 4, 6, and 8 use back loops only. The unused front loops form visible ridges on the front of the heart.
Does the Heart Need Stuffing?
No. It is a single-layer appliqué intended to remain flat.
Is There an Extra Border Round?
No. The instructions finish after the two lobes. Adding a border would change the size and outline and would need its own shaping plan.
Can I Change the Size?
Changing yarn and hook size changes the dimensions and fabric. Make a complete sample to check the proportions before preparing several hearts.
Share Your Heart Appliqué
Record the yarn, hook, and finished width and height when making this blue textured heart applique crochet pattern.
Share your color choices and how you used the heart in the comments. If a step needs clarification, mention the body row or lobe row so the question is easy to follow.
