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Long Crochet Heart Bookmark

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This long crochet heart bookmark is a simple yet thoughtful project that combines function with handmade charm.

Designed with a heart shape, chain, and finished with a tassel, this bookmark is beginner-friendly, quick to make, and perfect for gifts.

Whether you're learning how to crochet small accessories or looking for a meaningful handmade present, this crochet heart bookmark is practical, customizable, and easy to love.

Crochet heart bookmarks on a notebook.

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If you enjoy crochet projects that are quick, useful, and gift-worthy, a long crochet heart bookmark checks all the boxes.

This design features a heart motif that sits neatly between book pages, with a tassel at the end for a polished finish.

It's an ideal project for using leftover yarn while still creating something that feels intentional and special.

What makes this long crochet heart bookmark especially appealing is its versatility.

It works beautifully as a handmade gift, for Valentine's Day, a classroom project, or a personal accessory for everyday reading.

Crochet heart bookmarks are also excellent beginner projects because they use basic stitches and simple shaping.

If you're exploring how to crochet accessories that don't require sizing or complex construction, this crochet heart bookmark is a relaxing and rewarding option.

Close up image of crochet heart bookmarks.

This long heart crochet bookmark works nicely with smaller giftable makes like this heart crochet trinket box, especially for simple handmade gifts.

It also belongs in these small crochet gift ideas that are quick to make.

Why You'll Love This Pattern

  • Beginner-friendly crochet accessory project
  • Quick to make with minimal yarn
  • Decorative tassel adds a finished look
  • Perfect for gifts, book lovers, and teachers
  • Great practice for learning how to crochet flat motifs
  • Easy to customize with color and length variations
  • A great way to use up any scrap you you may have leftover.

Materials Needed

Yarn

  • #2 light (DK, light worsted, 8ply) 100% cotton or cotton blend yarn with about 15 wraps per inch (WPI)*
    • You will need about 0.10 ounces (3 grams) / 8.2 yards (7.5 meters) of yarn.

Hook

  • 3 mm hook

Other

  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch Marker (optional)

*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 under 30 minutes per bookmark

Yarn and Hook Information

I recommend using 100% cotton for your crochet bookmark. This is because it will make it more durable.

Of course, you can use other yarn types if you want too.

Stitches and Abbreviations - US Terms

  • Ch - Chain
  • St/s - Stitch/es
  • Hdc - Half Double Crochet
  • Tr - Treble Crochet (see special stitches below)
  • Sl st - Slip Stitch
  • Sc - Single Crochet
  • Dc - Double Crochet
  • FO - Fasten Off
  • [ ] at the end of each row indicates how many stitches are needed in that row.

Special Stitches

Treble Crochet

  1. Yarn over twice, insert hook into stitch and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
  2. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops (3 loops on hook).
  3. Then, yarn over and pull through two loops (2 loops on hook).
  4. Yarn over and pull through remaining loops (1 loop on hook).

Gauge

Gauge is not too important for this crochet heart bookmark.

Finished Size

Crochet bookmarks.

The finished crochet heart bookmark size is about 8 inches (20 cm) long (including the tassel) and 2 inches (5 cm) wide.

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Instructions

Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch1 (doesn't count as a stitch), into magic ring make 1 hdc, 3 tr, sl st, 3 tr, 2 hdc, 1 tr, 1 hdc, pull magic ring tight to close, sl st into top of 1st hdc to join. [12 sts].

Round 2: Ch1, 1 hdc in same st as ch1, 2 hdc in next st, 3 tr in next st, (dc, sc) in next st, sl st into next st (this should be the sl st from round 1), (sc, dc) in next st, 3 tr in next st, 2 hdc in next st, 1 hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, (dc, tr, dc) in next st, 3 hdc in next st, sl st into top of 1st hdc to join. [25 sts].

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Round 3: Ch1, 1 sc in same st as ch1, 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st, sl st in next st (this should be the sl st from round 2), 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 3 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st.

Now, you will make the tail of the bookmark. You can make the tail of the bookmark as long or short as you like. The length will depend on the number of chs you make.

Ch 26 (or as many chs as you'd like), in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sl st in each remaining ch until you reach the heart [25 sl st should be made if you chained 26].

In the same st as the last 2 sc you made in the heart (before you made your chains) 1 sc, then 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sl st into 1st sc to join. FO and weave in any ends.

Making the tassel

Take some yarn and cut it to about 7 inches (17 cm) long. You will need 2-3 strands of this length.

Next, insert your hook at the bottom of your bookmark's tail from back to front.

Then, taking the strands of yarn, fold them in half. After this, place them on your hook.

Pull the folded ends of the yarn through your bookmark's tail to form a loop.

Then, pull the ends of the yarn through the loop and pull it tight to make a knot. To finish your bookmark, trim the ends of the yarn strands to your desired length.

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Crochet Tips, Yarn Choices, and Color Inspiration

  • Tassels can be trimmed longer or shorter for style
  • This is a great quick crochet project for gifts
  • Make several at once for gift sets
  • Block lightly if needed for a crisp heart shape
  • Use red or pink for Valentine's Day bookmarks
  • Neutral tones for everyday reading
  • Metallic or contrasting tassels for detail
  • Adjust length for thicker or thinner books

Perfect Occasions to Use This Craft

  • Gift to book lovers with a favorite novel.
  • Include as a handmade teacher or student gift.
  • Use for Valentine's Day or Mother's Day presents.
  • Add to journal or planner accessories.
  • Perfect for small, thoughtful handmade surprises.

How To Use This Craft

  • Bookmark for novels, planners, or journals.
  • Handmade gift for readers and students.
  • Craft fair or small-shop crochet item.
  • Classroom or library crochet activity.
  • Decorative accessory for book gifts.

FAQ

Is this long crochet heart bookmark beginner-friendly?

Yes, it uses basic stitches and simple shaping.

Can I change the size of the bookmark?

Yes, length and width are easy to adjust.

You could use a greater yarn weight to make a bigger bookmark, or a thinner yarn to make a smaller crochet bookmark.

Does the tassel need to be included?

No, the tassel is optional and can be customized or not included.

Crochet heart bookmarks.

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