Knitted Fragile Heart

The "Knitted Fragile Heart" is a beautifully crafted and delicate piece of art that truly captures the intricacies of human emotions. Each stitch tells a unique story, symbolizing love, vulnerability, and resilience all at once. This handmade creation not only showcases creativity but also serves as a reminder of the importance of being gentle with ourselves and others. Its soft texture and intricate design make it a perfect gift for someone special or a lovely addition to your own decor. Embrace the warmth and tenderness that the "Knitted Fragile Heart" exudes, and let it serve as a gentle reminder to handle our hearts with care.

MATERIALS:

4 mm needles

Yarn weight: light worsted

Yarn colour: red

TENSION:

Not important

ABBREVIATIONS:

Dec: decrease

K: knit

K2tog: knit 2 together

Kfb: knit forth and back

P: purl

Psso: pass slipped stitch over

Sl: slip

st st: stockinette stitch

Decreasing tip: when you decrease each side

From right side:

sl1 as to k, psso

k2tog

From wrong side:

P2tog

p2tog in back of loop

INSTRUCTION: make 2

Cast on 4sts

Row 1: kfb = 8sts

Row 2, 4, 6: p

Row 3: k1, kbf x 2, k2, kbf x 2, k1 = 12 sts

Row 5: k1, kbf, (k), kbf, k1

Repeat row 5 and 6 until you get 32 sts

Work 4rows in st st

1^st part of the heart:

Row 1: dec 1 st, k12, dec 1 st, turn = 14 sts

Row 2, 4: p

Row 3: dec 1 st, k10, dec 1 st, turn = 12 sts

Row 5: dec 1 st, k8, dec 1 st, turn = 10 sts

Row 6: dec 1 st, p6, dec 1 st, turn = 8 sts

Cast off

2^nd part of the heart: like 1^st part

With both right sides together, sew seam but leave hole to turn right side out, fill your little heart and sew the remaining seam.