Knitted Hearts on your Coffee Sleeves

Have you ever noticed those adorable knitted hearts on your coffee sleeves? They add a touch of charm and warmth to your daily caffeine fix, don't they? These tiny, handcrafted details are like a little love note waiting for you to discover as you sip away. It's such a simple gesture, but it can truly brighten your day and make your coffee break feel extra special. Next time you see those knitted hearts, take a moment to appreciate the craft and care that went into making them. Who knew something so small could bring so much joy? So go ahead, enjoy your coffee, and let those knitted hearts remind you to savor the little things in life.

left over amounts of wool yarn
(US) 6 (4.0mm) , (US) 8 (5.0mm), (US) 9 (5.5mm) double point needles
Chibi needle

Gauge: 18 sts/28 rows in 4" stockinette stitch

C/O = Cast On
K = knit
P = purl
Tbl = through the back loop
B/O = Bind Off
2 x 2 Twisted Rib = Row 1: K2 tbl, P2 around, Row 2: K2, P2 around, repeat Rounds 1 and 2
* * repeat directions between *’s

Bottom Ribbing:
Using (US) 6 (4.0mm) needles and
Color A: C/O 36 stitches and join, being careful not to twist.
Knit 5 rounds in 2 x 2 Twisted Rib.

Middle Body:
Using (US) 8 (5.0mm) needles and
Round 1: Color A: Knit around
Round 2: Color A: K4, Color B: K1, *A: K6, B: K1* 4 times, A: K2
Round 3: A: K3, B: K3, *A: K4, B: K3* 4 times, A: K1
Round 4: A: K2, B: K5, *A: K2, B: K5* 4 times
Round 5: A: K2, B: K5, *A: K2, B: K5* 4 times
Round 6: A: K3, B: K1, A: K1, B: K1, *A: K4, B: K1, A: K1, B: K1* 4 times, A: K1
Round 7: A: knit around

Top Ribbing:
Using (US) 9 (5.5mm) needles and
Color A: knit 5 rounds in 2 x 2 Twisted Rib.
B/O in pattern.

Cut yarns and weave in ends.
Place around take out coffee cups to help protect fingers and hands from heat.