I keep the design pretty simple and it works up fast, but I wanted to add a little interest, so I contrasted the red with white trim. You can use a medium weight piece of cardboard or any other firm paper or plastic you may have – I actually used a paper plate! I also added a bit of reinforcement to the base and lid of the box to help it keep a nice shape. Gauge isn’t critical for this project but I’ve provided it to help guide you.

Just make sure that the yarn you choose isn’t too flimsy and that you use a hook to keep the stitches tight. You really could use lots of different yarns, even clean out your stash. Thank you to Yarnspirations for providing the Red Heart Super Saver I used for this box. Valentine’s Day is upon us and there’s still time to make something special, such as this Heart Box, for a loved one. Of course you could buy a chocolate box or flowers, but it’s so much nicer to give a handmade gift, don’t you think? Fill it with candy like I did or be creative and use it for jewelry, or other small gift that you think the recipient might enjoy (you could even fit a few mini yarn skeins if you like). Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Tanya’s Teardrop Jewelry Set Crochet Along (CAL).

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