Knitted Valentine Love Letter
Imagine receiving a unique and heartfelt Valentine's Day message in the form of a knitted love letter. This extraordinary gift combines the warmth of handmade craftsmanship with the expression of love, creating a truly memorable and one-of-a-kind gesture. Instead of a traditional paper letter, this knitted love letter is a tangible symbol of affection that can be cherished for years to come. The intricate details of the knitted stitches bring the words to life, adding a touch of artistry to the heartfelt message. Each loop and knot is carefully crafted, representing the time and effort put into creating this special gift. The softness of the yarn adds an extra layer of tenderness, making it a comforting reminder of love and affection.
Love Letter Knitting Pattern
Finished size heart: 3 in x 2.5 in
Finished size envelope (closed): 4.5 in x 3 in
Gauge: 22 stitches and 39 rows = 4 inches (linen stitch)
Love Letter Supply List
1skein white worsted weight yarn
1 skein hot pink or red worsted weight yarn
US 7 (4.5mm) straight knitting needles
yarn needle
1/2 inch red button
White thread & sewing needle
Love Letter Knitting Pattern Instructions
To knit the envelope:
Using long-tail cast on, cast on 23 stitches with white yarn.
Row 1 (WS): (p1, sl1 wyib) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 2 (RS): (sl1wyif, k1) repeat to the last stitch, sl1 wyif
Repeat rows 1 & 2 (linen stitch) for a total of 61 rows, ending after a row 1.
Decrease:
Row 62: ssk, (sl1wyif, k1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, sl1wyif, k2tog (21 stitches)
Row 63: (sl1 wyib, p1) repeat to the last stitch, sl1wyib
Row 64: ssk, (k1, sl1wyif) repeat to the last 3 stitches, k1, k2tog (19 stitches)
Row 65: (p1, sl1wyib) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 66: ssk, (sl1wyif, k1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, sl1wyif, k2tog (17 stitches)
Row 67: (sl1wyib, p1) repeat to the last stitch, sl1 wyib
Row 68: ssk, (k1, sl1wyif) repeat to the last 3 stitches, k1, k2tog (15 stitches)
Row 69: (p1, sl1 wyib) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 70: ssk, (sl1wyif, k1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, sl1wyif, k2tog (13 stitches)
Row 71: (sl wyib, p!) repeat to the last stitch, sl1 wyib
Row 72: ssk, (k1, sl1wyif) repeat to the last 3 stitches, k1, k2tog (11 stitches)
Row 73: (p1, sl1 wyib) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 74: ssk, (sl1wyif, k1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, sl1wyif, k2tog (9 stitches)
Row 75: (sl wyib, p!) repeat to the last stitch, sl1 wyib
Row 76: ssk, (k1, sl1wyif) repeat to the last 3 stitches, k1, k2tog ( 7 stitches)
Row 77: (p1, sl1 wyib) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 78: ssk, sl1wyif, k1, sl1 wyif, k2tog (5 stitches
Row 79: sl1 wyib, p1, sl1 wyib, p1, sl1wyib
Row 80: ssk, k1, k2tog
Row 81: p3tog
Cut yarn and pull through last stitch to finish, leave a long cast off tail. Thread the cast off tail onto a yarn needle and use it to create a small button loop at the point of the envelope shape. Secure with a knot and weave in that end on the inside of the envelope flap. Weave in the other end. Block your envelope shape (optional).
To assemble your envelope, lay the envelope shape down wrong side up. Fold up the bottom edge up to just before where the decrease starts. Pin in place. Thread some white yarn on your yarn needle and sew up the two sides of the envelope. Weave in ends inside.
Fold the envelope flap down and mark where the button loop hits the front of the envelope. Sew a button securely to the front of the envelope at this spot. This is a not an item for babies or small children.
To knit the Heart Shape:
Using long-tail cast on, cast on 9 stitches on your knitting needles with hot pink or red yarn.
Row 1: kfb, k1, p1, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, p1, k1, kfb (11 stitches)
Row 2: kfb, p1, k1, p1, k1, sl1wyif, k1, p1, k1, p1, kfb (13 stitches)
Row 3: kfb, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, kfb (15 stitches)
Rows 4-7: k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, sl1wyif, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1
Row 8: ssk, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, sl1 wyif, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, k2tog (13 stiches)
Row 9: (p1, k1) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 10: ssk, (p1, k1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, p1, k2tog (11 stitches )
Row 11: (k1, p1) repeat to the last stitch, k1
Row 12: ssk, (k1, p1) repeat to the last 3 stitches, k1, k2tog (9 stitches)
Row 13: (p1, k1) repeat to the last stitch, p1
Row 14: ssk, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k2tog (7 stitches)
Row 15: k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1
Row 16: ssk, k1, p1, k1, k2tog (5 stitches)
Row 17: p1, k1, p1, k1, p1
Row 18: ssk, p1, k2tog (3 stitches)
Row 19: p3tog
Cut yarn and pull through last stitch to finish. Weave in ends. Block your heart shape (optional).