Kris' Corner - Valentine Memories

Valentine Memories

I don’t know about you but my favorite holiday in elementary school, besides Christmas of course, was Valentine’s Day. I loved decorating my shoebox to receive valentines, I loved picking out valentines for my classmates and I loved all the sugary goodness of cupcakes and candy at the actual school party. Since Valentine’s Day is only a month away I thought I would check out some fun patterns to celebrate St. Valentine.

“Valentine Hat” by Kirsten-Michele is a sweet knit hat covered in hearts and geometric motifs. It is a fun slouchy beanie with an optional pom pom on the top. It is $6 on Ravelry. Ciao or Uptown DK would be a nice choice for yarn.

How can you not smile looking at these funny creatures hugging hearts!? “Valentine Love Hugs” is a crochet pattern by Crochet at Teri’s. I love their expressions as they cling to their hearts. This would be a great little present, especially for the teacher to put on her desk! Ricorumi would be a good yarn for this project. The pattern is approximately $2.81 on Ravelry.

I love this snuggly “Valentine Cowl” by The Blue Moose. Just two colors, pink and red, but the hearts look so cute scattered across the rows. Uptown Worsted would be a great choice for this one. The pattern is FREE on Ravelry.

Last, a fun crochet keychain that reminds me of the popular Emotional Support Chicken in mini form. “Valentine Chicken Keychain” is by Tanya Tappleta and is $2 on Ravelry. I love the small heart on the chick”s body as well as the sweet expression on its face. What is it about putting eyes on a knit or crocheted creature that brings out their personality!? This also would make a nice valentine gift for someone you appreciate or love. Ricorumi would be a perfect yarn for this one.

Hope you find a way to let someone know they have a place in your heart this Valentines Day!!

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