Learn how to crochet a charming crochet heart trinket box that's perfect for gifts or home decor!
Using acrylic yarn and a hook, this beginner-friendly project creates a heart-shaped container ideal for holding chocolates, jewelry, or small treasures.
Made with worsted weight (10 ply) yarn, it's sturdy, quick, and fun to personalize.
Perfect for desks, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Christmas, or any occasion, this versatile crochet heart trinket box is a sweet and practical craft to enjoy.
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- Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Materials Needed
- Skill Level
- Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Special Stitches
- Gauge
- Finished Size
- Instructions
- Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- How To Use This Craft
- FAQ
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Looking for a small, cute container that's both decorative and practical?
This crochet heart trinket box is the perfect project! Using acrylic yarn, a 4mm hook, and worsted weight (10 ply) yarn, it's a beginner-friendly way to make a heart-shaped box ideal for storing chocolates, jewelry, or other small treasures.
Not only is it functional, but it's also a delightful handmade gift for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Christmas, or just because.
You can place it on a desk, dresser, or shelf for everyday charm, and it's easy to customize with your favorite colors or small embellishments.
Learning how to crochet this heart trinket box helps you practice basic stitches while producing a cute, practical item you'll love to display or gift.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
- Quick and beginner-friendly crochet project
- Creates a charming, heart-shaped container for small treasures
- Perfect for gifts, seasonal decor, or desks
- Customizable with colors, patterns, and small embellishments
- Great practice for beginners learning how to crochet
- Fun, versatile, and suitable for multiple occasions
- No sew crochet pattern.
Materials Needed
Yarn
#4 medium yarn (also known as worsted, Afgan, Aran, or 10 ply) with 11 WPI*
- You will need about 0.42 ounces (12 grams) [19 yards / 18 metres] of yarn.
Hook
- 4 mm (G / 6) hook
Other
- Yarn needle for weaving ends
- Scissors
*Wraps per inch (WPI) - this is a measure of yarn thickness. To measure WPI, count how many times the yarn wraps around a ruler in one inch. There are more wraps for thinner yarn and fewer wraps for thicker yarn.
Skill Level
★☆☆☆☆ - Beginner
Time estimate: It took me less than 1 hour to make a trinket box. It's perfect for a short afternoon project.
Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms
- Ch - Chain
- St/s - Stitch/es
- Tr - Treble Crochet (see special stitches below)
- Dc - Double Crochet
- Sl St - Slip Stitch
- Ch2-sp - Chain 2 space
- Hdc - Half Double Crochet
- Blo - Back Loop Only
- FO - Fasten off.
- [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.
Special Stitches
Treble Crochet
How to Treble Crochet
Step 1: Yarn over twice, insert hook into stitch and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
Step 2: Next, yarn over and pull through two loops (3 loops on hook).
Step 3: Then, yarn over and pull through two loops (2 loops on hook).
Step 4: Yarn over and pull through remaining loops (1 loop on hook).
Gauge
Gauge is not too important for these heart crochet trinket boxes.
Finished Size
The finished size of these crochet heart trinket boxes is about 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide and 4 inches (10 cm) tall.
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Instructions
Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch2, into magic ring make 3 tr, 4 dc, 3 tr, 4 dc, 3 tr, ch2, sl st into magic ring.
Round 2: Sl st into ch2-sp, (2hdc, 1 dc) in ch2-sp, 3dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 5 sts, (dc, tr, dc) in next st, 1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st, 3 dc in next st, (1 dc, 2 hdc) in ch2-sp, sl st into ch2-sp.
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Round 3: Sl st into 1st st, 1 dc, 2 hdc in next st, 3 dc in next st, 3 x (2 dc), 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st, (dc, tr, dc) in next st), 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 6 sts, 3 x (2 dc), 3 dc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, dc in next st, sl st in next st.
Round 4: Sl st into 1st st, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, 4 x (hdc, (2 hdc)), 1 hdc in each of next 9 sts, (hdc, dc, hdc) in next st, 1 hdc in each of next 9 sts, 4 x ((2hdc), hdc)), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of next 2 sts, sl st into next st. [55 sts].
Round 5: Sl st into blo of 1st st, turn, ch1, sc into same sp as sl st, 1 sc blo in each of next 27 sts, 2 sc blo in next st (this should be the point of your heart), 1 sc blo in each of the next 26 sts, sl st into 1st st to join. [56 sts].
Round 6-7: Ch1, 1 sc in same st as ch1, Sc in each st around. Sl st to join. FO. [56 sts in each round].
Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration
- Classic red or pink for Valentine's Day or romantic gifts
- Pastels for Mother's Day or nursery decor
- Variegated yarn adds playful color patterns
- Add texture with bobble stitches or subtle stripes
- Decorate with ribbons, small charms, or embroidery for a personal touch
Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft
- This crochet heart trinket box makes a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift.
- Use it for Mother's Day to hold chocolates or small jewelry.
- Perfect as a Christmas stocking stuffer or holiday gift.
- Great for desks, dressers, or shelves to organize small treasures.
- Ideal as a handmade gift for any occasion where a personal touch counts.
How To Use This Craft
- Store chocolates, jewelry, hairpins, or small keepsakes in a cute container.
- Display on desks, dressers, or shelves for a charming accent.
- Gift as a personalized, handmade gift for friends or family.
- Organize small craft supplies, buttons, or office items.
- A perfect project to practice beginner crochet techniques while creating something functional.
FAQ
Yes! Acrylic, cotton, or wool blends all work-just adjust hook size if needed.
Absolutely! Simple stitches make this heart trinket box beginner-friendly.
Definitely! They make great sets for gifts or seasonal decor.
Typically under 1 hour, depending on size and customization.
Add ribbons, beads, buttons, or small crochet appliques for a personal touch.
Yes, just make sure the basket is lined or the yarn is clean for edible items.
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