There is something nostalgic about making your own valentines. I love going through antique stores and admiring all the many different kinds of vintage cards, some of which include gorgeous trims. It’s not too early to start making your own valentine cards for the upcoming holiday. This quick and easy kite pattern paired with plain jane card-stock would make a great card. You could also use this pattern as an appliqué for children’s clothing and accessories. Use pastel yarn for a perfect kick-start to spring project or just add it to your handmade embellishment stash.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 3″ (8 cm) long, 1″ (3 cm) wide

Materials: Fingering Weight Yarn (approximately 1 yard each of red and white) Crochet Hook 7 (1.50 mm)

Gauge:
3 sc stitches = 1/2″ (1 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Kite Appliqué
Row 1: with red, ch 3, sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next ch, ch 1, turn: 3 sc

Row 2-3: sc in each sc across until 1 sc remains, 2 sc in last sc, ch 1, turn
Row 4-8: skip first sc, sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn

Finish off, leaving a 1 1/2″ (4 cm) tail.

Finishing
Tack two pieces of white crochet thread onto the kite. Then tie three small knots down the kites tail.

If you need help, feel free to ask a question and I’ll respond as soon as possible! Have fun and happy crocheting!

Tags: applique, beginner, child, crochet, crochet pattern, easy, free, handmade, kid, kite, project, quick, stash-buster, Valentine card

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