The Entwined Hearts C2C Throw: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Modern, Textured Love Token

Introducing the Entwined Hearts C2C Throw

This isn't your grandmother's graphgan. The Entwined Hearts C2C Throw uses a clever combination of corner-to-corner crochet and post stitches to create a dimensional, sculptural heart motif that literally rises from the fabric, symbolizing two hearts beating as one. This modern, textured love token is perfect as a gift for a special someone or as a statement piece for your own home. The finished throw measures approximately 40 inches by 50 inches, making it ideal for cozying up on the couch.

Materials Needed

To create this stunning throw, you will need the following materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) in three colors:
  • Color A: Deep Burgundy (800 yards)
  • Color B: Blush Pink (600 yards)
  • Color C: Cream (400 yards)
  Sample uses Lion Brand Vanna's Choice.
• Hook: Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 C2C blocks = 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern
• Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving ends and creating raised heart detail

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern uses a modified C2C technique. Each 'block' is a cluster of 3 double crochets (dc) worked into the chain spaces of the previous row. The heart motif is created by working raised post stitches (fpdc and bpdc) into the center of each block on specific rows to create a 3D heart shape.

Abbreviations

• ch: chain
• dc: double crochet
• fpdc: front post double crochet
• bpdc: back post double crochet
• st(s): stitch(es)
• sk: skip
• sp: space

Special Stitches

• C2C Block: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 2 dc into the ch-3 sp of the previous row's block. (This is standard C2C.)
• Raised Heart Stitch (worked in center of a block): Work 1 fpdc around the post of the center dc of the block from 2 rows below, then work 1 bpdc around the post of the same dc. This creates a raised 'bump'.

Pattern Instructions

Increasing Section

Row 1 (Increase): With Color A, ch 6. Dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch. (1 block)

Row 2 (Increase): Ch 6, turn. Dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch. Sk next 3 dc of previous row, sl st in ch-3 sp of previous block. Ch 3, work 2 dc in same sp. (2 blocks)

Row 3 (Increase): Ch 6, turn. Dc in 4th ch from hook and in next 2 ch. *Sk next 3 dc, sl st in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same sp.* Repeat from * across. (3 blocks)

Continue increasing until you have 20 blocks across the diagonal. (This will be the widest point of the blanket.)

Heart Motif Section

Now begin the heart motif. The heart will be worked over the center 10 blocks of each row. You will use Color B for the heart and Color C for the background.

Row 20 (Heart base): Work 5 blocks in Color C (background). Work 10 blocks in Color B (heart base). Work 5 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks total)

Row 21: Work 4 blocks in Color C. Work 12 blocks in Color B. Work 4 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 22: Work 3 blocks in Color C. Work 14 blocks in Color B. Work 3 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 23: Work 2 blocks in Color C. Work 16 blocks in Color B. Work 2 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 24: Work 1 block in Color C. Work 18 blocks in Color B. Work 1 block in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 25: Work 20 blocks in Color B. (20 blocks)

Row 26: Work 1 block in Color C. Work 18 blocks in Color B. Work 1 block in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 27: Work 2 blocks in Color C. Work 16 blocks in Color B. Work 2 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 28: Work 3 blocks in Color C. Work 14 blocks in Color B. Work 3 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 29: Work 4 blocks in Color C. Work 12 blocks in Color B. Work 4 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Row 30: Work 5 blocks in Color C. Work 10 blocks in Color B. Work 5 blocks in Color C. (20 blocks)

Decreasing Section

Now begin decreasing.

Row 31 (Decrease): Sl st across first 3 dc of first block, sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc in same sp. Work across in pattern: 4 blocks Color C, 10 blocks Color B, 4 blocks Color C. (18 blocks)

Row 32: Sl st across first 3 dc, sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc in same sp. Work: 3 blocks Color C, 12 blocks Color B, 3 blocks Color C. (18 blocks)

Continue decreasing by one block on each side every row, while maintaining the heart shape (the heart will naturally narrow as you decrease). When you have 2 blocks left, work the final row as: 1 block Color C, 1 block Color B. (2 blocks)

Final Row: Sl st across first 3 dc, sl st in ch-3 sp. Ch 3, 2 dc in same sp. (1 block) Fasten off.

Raised Heart Detail

After the blanket is complete, use Color A (Deep Burgundy) and a tapestry needle. Working from the back, insert needle through the center of each heart block (the center dc of the block from 2 rows below) and pull through to the front. Wrap yarn around the post of that dc 3 times, then insert needle back through to the back. This creates a raised, textured 'pulse' in the center of each heart block. Repeat for all heart blocks.

Border

With Color A, work 1 round of single crochet around the entire blanket, working 3 sc in each corner. Then work 1 round of reverse single crochet (crab stitch) for a clean, modern edge.

Weave in all ends. Your Entwined Hearts C2C Throw is now complete! Enjoy the beautiful texture and modern design.