Add a touch of love and charm to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Heart-Shaped Trinket Box pattern! Inspired by the timeless symbol of affection, this delightful design captures the beauty of a heart-shaped keepsake with its cozy texture, sturdy structure, and adorable details. Whether you’re crafting for a special occasion, creating a thoughtful gift, or simply enjoy making functional amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature trinket box bursting with personality! Perfect for holding small treasures, jewelry, or sentimental keepsakes, this crochet heart box is both stylish and practical. 💖✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered embellishments, or even tiny accessories like a decorative bow or lace trim for extra flair. Craft a classic heart box with soft pastels, create a whimsical version with bold hues, or even stitch up a full set of romantic-inspired amigurumi for a charming display! Whether gifted as a heartfelt keepsake, displayed as a lovely accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Heart-Shaped Trinket Box is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade love to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
💗 Amigurumi Heart-Shaped Trinket Box Crochet Pattern
Crafted with love and elegance, this heart-shaped amigurumi box is both functional and decorative. Perfect for storing rings, threads, or tiny keepsakes, it features delicate floral embroidery, a sturdy structure, and a charming looped handle on the lid. Let’s create this lovely heirloom-worthy crochet piece!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves working in the round, increasing, shaping, and simple embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4.5″ (11.5 cm) wide and 3″ (7.5 cm) tall using worsted yarn and 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn:
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Embroidery needle
- Cardboard or plastic sheet (for structural support)
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- Fiberfill (small amount for handle)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
❤️ Box Base (Make 1 – Color A)
We’ll crochet a flat heart shape, then build the side wall.
Heart Base:
(Work in joined rounds)
- Ch 13
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 10, 3 sc in last ch
Now work on other side: sc 10, inc in last st (26) - Inc, sc 10, inc x3, sc 10, inc x2 (32)
- Sc around (32)
- Sc 11, (sc, inc) x3, sc 11, (sc, inc) x2 (38)
- Sc around (38)
- Repeat round 6 once more
FO and weave in
Side Wall:
Attach yarn to any stitch along the outer edge of heart base.
- Working in BLO, sc around (38)
2–10. Sc in both loops around (38)
FO, weave in. Cut cardboard to fit base and insert it before joining to lid.
🤍 Box Lid (Make 1 – Color A + B)
Lid Shape:
Repeat heart base Rounds 1–7 in Color A.
Edge Rim:
Switch to Color B.
- sc around (38)
- Crab stitch (reverse sc) around for decorative finish
FO and weave in ends.
🔄 Optional: Reinforced Lid Backing
Cut a matching heart shape from cardboard or plastic and glue/sew between two layers if creating a double-thick lid.
🔘 Lid Handle (Color A)
- Ch 18
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (17)
- Row 2: sc across
FO, roll into loop and sew securely onto lid center
Stuff lightly before closing for shape
🌼 Embroidery – Flowers & Vine
Vine (Color D):
Use backstitch or stem stitch to embroider a curved vine across the lid.
Flowers (Color C):
Make lazy daisy stitches (5 petals per flower)
Centers (Color E):
French knots or satin stitch
✂️ Final Assembly
- Optional: Line box with fabric
- Block lid slightly if it curls
- Use slip stitch seam to join lid and base at the back if you want a hinged effect
- Fill with thread spools, jewelry, or sewing notions
💡 Customization Ideas
- Add initials or date using embroidery
- Use velvet or mercerized cotton for a shinier finish
- Crochet a matching mini pincushion insert
This elegant heart box brings handmade charm to your vanity, sewing corner, or as a thoughtful gift box. Whether filled with treasures or love notes, it’s sure to be a cherished keepsake. 🧵💖
