Everyone needs a few more hearts in their life, and there are about ten thousand and one different ways of making them. Now, here’s my version to make it ten thousand and two. I designed this pattern on a Tuesday, it’s being released on a Tuesday and at this time of year, with thoughts of Carnival and Mardi Gras - well, the name seems to fit.

Each heart requires 5-7 yards, in two colors. Worsted weight will work up about 3x3”; DK weight will work up about 2x2”.

Mardi Hearts made of acrylic yarn can be used as a key fob, in a garland, for a gift tag and many other possibilities. In cotton yarn, the hearts can be tawashi scrubbers, makeup removers, kitchen decoration and so much more. You don’t need to wait for a celebration or Valentine’s Day or even a Tuesday to make one or more.