Use up small scraps to crochet this caterpillar chapstick holder. It makes for cute little gifts for kids & adults alike. Add a keychain and keep you lip balm handy when you’re out & about. Caterpillar is part of the Love Bug Trio.
Step into something adorable with these Ladybug Slippers Crochet Pattern! Designed to look like cheerful little ladybugs, these cozy slippers are perfect for anyone who loves fun, whimsical handmade footwear.
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Head Over Heels Blog Hop is back for its second year—helping you share love and affection the handmade way.
Alongside some of my favorite crochet designers, Madam Stitch has gathered a beautiful collection of love-inspired crochet patterns just for you. Inside, you’ll find stylish, approachable headwear and cozy footwear designs—each one stitched with just a little extra heart.
In this year’s Head Over Heels Blog Hop, you’ll discover crochet hats, headbands, ear warmers, slippers, and socks—all designed to keep you warm, comfortable, and feeling loved.
You might find something that:
Covers your head with warmth and style
Keeps your toes perfectly toasty while you lounge at home
Makes you the envy of friends and family
Whatever catches your eye, this love-filled crochet pattern collection is the perfect opportunity to thoughtfully grow your pattern library—and maybe even get a head start on this year’s holiday gift list.
Happy stitching! 💕🧶
Puppy Love Slippers Crochet Pattern
Materials:
Worsted weight yarn:
245 [260] yards MC
90 yards pink (or desired color for face)
25 yards red (or desired color for snout and ears)
3 yards white
3 yards black
Crochet hook size H (5.00 mm)
Yarn needle
Foam interface
Gauge: 8 sc = 2”, 8 rows = 2”
Ladies’ size 6/7 (10” long) instructions are given with size 8/9 (11” long) in [ ].
Directions:
SOLE (Make 2 per slipper):
Row 1: With MC yarn, ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each of the rem chs (5 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc across, inc in last st (7 sc).
Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2 (11 sc).
Rows 5-20: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 21: Ch 1, turn, inc in first st, sc across (12 sc).
Row 22: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 23: Repeat Row 21 (13 sc).
Row 24: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 25: Repeat Row 2 (15 sc).
Rows 26-30 [26-32]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 31-38 [33-40]: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc across (7 sc at end of Row 38 [40]).
Row 39 [41]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st, working down side sc in each row end, working across bottom, sc in each loop of beg ch, working up other side sc in each row end. Join with sl st in first sc. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.
Repeat Rows 1-39 [41] but do not fasten off.
Row 40 [42]: Ch 1, in back loops only, sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.
Measure sole on foam interface and cut interface slightly inside the marked line. (I cut 2 pieces for each sole and glued together to make thicker sole.) Quilt batting could also be used.
Sew 2 sole pieces together with foam interface in the middle. Both soles are for the same foot, so flip one piece upside down.
TOE:
Row 1: With MC, ch 25, sc in 2nd ch from hook and remaining sc (24 sc).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Row 3: (Size 8/9 only). Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 3-4 [4-5]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (22 sc).
Rows 5-6 [6-7]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 7-8 [8-9]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (20 sc).
Rows 9-10 [10-11]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 11-12 [12-13]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (18 sc).
Rows 13-14 [14-15]: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.
Rows 15-18 [16-19]: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (14 sc).
Attach same color yarn to Row 1 and use unused lps of foundation ch. Ch 1, sc in each lp across (24 sc). Fasten off yarn.
Sew toe to front portion of slippers.
FACE:
Rnd 1: With desired color for face, ch 18, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 7 ch, 3 sc in next ch, sc in next 7 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 6 ch, sk next ch, sc in next ch, sk next ch, sc in next 6 ch, 2 sc in last ch (36 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first 2 sts, sc in next 8 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 5 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in last st (42 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 9 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 4 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 4 sts, * to * once (48 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 4: Ch 1, *sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 10 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 3 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 3 sts, * to * once (54 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 5: Ch 1, *sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 11 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next 2 sts, * to * once (60 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, *sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 12 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, * to * once (66 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 7: Ch 1, *sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 13 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 13 sts, * to * 3 times, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, * to * once (72 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing.
SNOUT:
Rnd 1: With desired color for snout, ch 10, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 3 ch, 3 sc in next ch, sc in next 3 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 2 ch, sk next ch, sc in next ch, sk next ch, sc in next 2 ch, sc in last ch (20 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st (26 sc). Join with sl st.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* twice, sc in next 5 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts, * to * 3 times, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, * to * once (32 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing.
EARS: (Make 2 per slipper)
Rnd 1: With desired color for ears, ch 8, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in next ch (2nd sc is center), sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next ch, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch (center), sk 1 ch, sc in next ch, sc in last ch (same lp as first ch with 2 sc). Join with sl st. (16 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts, 3 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sk next st, sc in next st, sk next st, 2 sc in next st. (22 sc) Fasten off yarn leaving 9” length for sewing.
NOSE:
Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 6, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, 3 sc in next ch (2nd sc is center), sc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch (center), sk 1 ch, sc in last ch (same lp as first ch with 2 sc). Join with sl st. (12 sc). Fasten off black leaving 9” length for sewing.
EYES: (Make 2 per slipper)
With white yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 6” length for sewing.
Use black yarn to make French knot in center of each eye.
ASSEMBLY:
Sew red heart (snout) upside down centered on the pink heart (face) right side up with bottom tip at top of Rnd 3 and bottom to lower Rnd 3. Sew black heart (nose) right side up centered on top of red heart (snout). Sew eyes above muzzle. Sew ears upside down to top of head approximately 6 sts from center.
Pin puppy face to top of slipper with point of heart at top center of toe and sew in place.
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Spread the Love with These Free Valentine’s Day Crochet Patterns
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love than with a handmade crochet gift? Whether you’re crafting for a partner, friend, or even yourself, these free crochet patterns are perfect for adding a touch of warmth and love to the season.
Download the free calendar with links to each day.
Febuary 1-13 – Valentine’s Day Advent Crochet Patterns
For 13 days, free crochet patterns from a dozen designers (on the blogs) for your Valentine’s Day gifting along with free downloads of coloring pages, games, and more fun!
The Cancer Cozy Comforts Blog Hop hosted by Crochet Designer Community will feature a different pattern each day during February. These patterns are designed to bring comfort to cancer patients who are undergoing treatment.
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Use up small scraps to crochet this caterpillar chapstick holder. It makes for cute little gifts for kids & adults alike. Add a keychain and keep you lip balm handy when you’re out & about. Caterpillar is part of the Love Bug Trio.
Astronaut Snuggle Blanket – Cozy Space Adventure! Sorry, I left off the link on yesterday’s post. Get 50% off this pattern February 3-9 with the code found at
The Romance Slouch Beanie by Canoe Mtn Designs is a great top-down pattern with an easy row repeat. Easy to adjust to any length. Perfect unisex beanie. Great in a solid color, striping yarn or even variegated.
The Sweet Stripes Free Crochet Water Bottle Holder Pattern from Green Fox Farms Designs is a must-make for spring and summer! Perfect for market days, sports practice, hiking, and more – this quick and easy pattern is ready for on-the-go hydration!
Coupon code: Not needed. This is a direct pdf download from the designer’s website. Be sure to click the special event button near the bottom of the designer’s post to get your Free PDF Pattern.
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The “Heart Flower Dish/Wash Cloth was designed in memory of Marsha’s mother, who loved flowers. The heart is a flower to symbolize her love for her mother. This cloth looks great in any color combination, making it a stylish and practical addition to your kitchen or bath essentials
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February 2 – Valentine’s Day scarf crochet patterns
Cross My Heart twisted Cowl from SaiASmi – Dreamz in Yarn
This one-piece, one – Skein Cowl is made with Ganga Hearbeats Beanie yarn. Using approximately 80-90 yarns of yarn. Customizable instructions are highlighted. It’s a super fun and quick to make project to use up those random single skeins in you yarn basket!
Create a cozy, stylish scarf with the Tunisia Scarf Crochet Pattern! This easy pattern uses a simple one-row repeat, perfect for all skill levels. Customize it with your favorite yarn—solid, variegated, or color-blocks—and add tassels for a fun touch. It’s a great project for Valentine’s, Mother’s Day, or just for any day you want to add a little extra warmth and style!
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