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# 6 + 7 = ♥ Valentine's Meme Crochet Pattern

A playful Valentine's Day set featuring the numbers 6 and 7 with a heart that sits between them! Perfect for Valentine's gifts, photo props, or desk decorations. This beginner-friendly pattern creates three separate amigurumi pieces that can be displayed together.

## MATERIALS

**Yarn:**
- Worsted weight (4) yarn in your choice of colors
  - Main color for numbers (suggested: red, pink, or white): approximately 100 yards total
  - Heart color (suggested: red or pink): approximately 30 yards
  
**Suggested yarn:** Any worsted weight acrylic or cotton yarn (Red Heart Super Saver, Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran)

**Hook & Notions:**
- US E-4 (3.5mm) crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing (polyester)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends and assembly
- Stitch marker
- Optional: Safety eyes (6mm) or embroidery thread for adding faces

## GAUGE
5 sc and 5.5 rounds = 1 inch in amigurumi (worked in continuous rounds)

*Gauge is not critical for this project, but will affect finished size.*

## FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
- Number 6: approximately 4.5 inches tall
- Number 7: approximately 4.5 inches tall  
- Heart: approximately 2.5 inches wide × 2.5 inches tall

## ABBREVIATIONS
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec: invisible decrease (insert hook in front loops of next 2 sts, yo, pull through both front loops, yo, pull through 2 loops on hook)
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd(s): round(s)
- BLO: back loop only
- [ ]: total stitch count at end of round

## PATTERN NOTES
- Work in continuous rounds (spiral) unless otherwise specified. Use stitch marker to track beginning of round.
- For numbers, work with joined rounds where specified for structural stability
- Stuff pieces firmly as you go for best shape retention
- Use invisible decrease for smooth surface
- All pieces are worked separately then can be arranged or sewn together

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## NUMBER 6

The number 6 consists of a straight vertical stem with a circular loop at the top.

### LOOP (Top Circle of the 6)
This section is worked in **joined rounds** for structure.

**Rnd 1:** 6 sc in magic ring, sl st to first sc to join [6]

**Rnd 2:** Ch 1 (does not count as st), inc in each st around, sl st to first sc to join [12]
*Count check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnd 3:** Ch 1, (sc, inc) around, sl st to first sc to join [18]
*Count check: 6 sc + 6 inc = 18 sts ✓*

**Rnd 4:** Ch 1, (2 sc, inc) around, sl st to first sc to join [24]
*Count check: 12 sc + 6 inc = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnds 5-7:** Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl st to first sc to join [24]
*(3 rounds even)*

**Rnd 8:** Ch 1, (2 sc, dec) around, sl st to first sc to join [18]
*Count check: 12 sc + 6 dec = 18 sts ✓*

Begin stuffing the loop firmly to maintain circular shape.

**Rnd 9:** Ch 1, (sc, dec) around, sl st to first sc to join [12]
*Count check: 6 sc + 6 dec = 12 sts ✓*

Stuff firmly. Do not fasten off.

### STEM (Bottom Vertical Part of the 6)

Continue from loop, now working in **continuous spiral rounds**.

**Rnds 10-22:** Sc in each st around [12]
*(13 rounds even for stem, approximately 2.6 inches)*

Stuff stem firmly as you work.

**Rnd 23:** Dec around [6]
*Count check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail. Thread tail through remaining 6 sts, pull tight to close hole. Weave in end inside piece.

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## NUMBER 7

The number 7 consists of a horizontal top bar with a vertical stem descending from one end.

### TOP BAR (Horizontal Part)

**Row 1:** Ch 15, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across [14 sc]

**Rows 2-4:** Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across [14]
*(3 more rows for bar thickness)*

After Row 4, do not fasten off.

### JOINING BAR INTO TUBE

Now work around the perimeter to create a stuffed tube:

**Rnd 5:** Working around the entire bar, sc evenly around all 4 edges - work 14 sc across top edge, 3 sc in corner, 4 sc down short side, 3 sc in corner, 14 sc across bottom edge (in unused loops of foundation ch), 3 sc in corner, 4 sc up side, 3 sc in corner, sl st to first sc [48]

**Rnd 6:** Working in BLO, sc around [48]

Flatten bar slightly and stuff lightly to create dimensional top bar. Fasten off, leaving long tail for attaching stem.

### VERTICAL STEM (Descending Part)

The stem attaches to one end of the horizontal bar.

**Rnd 1:** 6 sc in magic ring [6]

**Rnd 2:** Inc in each st [12]
*Count check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnds 3-17:** Sc in each st around [12]
*(15 rounds even, approximately 3 inches)*

Stuff stem firmly.

**Rnd 18:** Dec around [6]
*Count check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts, pull tight to close. Leave tail for sewing to bar.

### ASSEMBLY OF NUMBER 7

Position stem at the right end of the horizontal bar (this creates the characteristic 7 shape). Using yarn needle and long tail from stem, sew the open end of stem securely to the end of the horizontal bar, stitching through both layers. Weave in all ends.

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## HEART (Between the Numbers)

The heart is made of two lobes that join together and decrease to a point.

### FIRST LOBE

**Rnd 1:** 6 sc in magic ring [6]

**Rnd 2:** Inc in each st [12]
*Count check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnd 3:** (sc, inc) around [18]
*Count check: 6 sc + 6 inc = 18 sts ✓*

**Rnds 4-5:** Sc in each st around [18]
*(2 rounds even)*

Fasten off, leaving long tail for joining. Set aside.

### SECOND LOBE

Repeat First Lobe instructions (Rnds 1-5).

Do not fasten off second lobe.

### JOINING LOBES

Hold both lobes together with openings aligned.

**Rnd 6 (joining round):** Working through both lobes simultaneously (insert hook through one st from first lobe and one st from second lobe, work as one), sc around the entire opening, joining the two lobes together [36]
*Count check: 18 sts from first lobe + 18 sts from second lobe = 36 sts ✓*

Stuff both lobes firmly before continuing.

### DECREASING TO POINT

**Rnd 7:** (4 sc, dec) around [30]
*Count check: 20 sc + 10 dec = 30 sts ✓*

**Rnd 8:** (3 sc, dec) around [24]
*Count check: 15 sc + 9 dec = 24 sts ✓*

**Rnd 9:** (2 sc, dec) around [18]
*Count check: 12 sc + 6 dec = 18 sts ✓*

Add more stuffing to maintain heart shape.

**Rnd 10:** (sc, dec) around [12]
*Count check: 6 sc + 6 dec = 12 sts ✓*

**Rnd 11:** Dec around [6]
*Count check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail. Thread tail through remaining 6 sts, pull tight to close hole. Weave in end.

Use your fingers to shape the heart, emphasizing the curve of the two lobes at the top and the point at the bottom.

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## FINISHING

**Weave in all ends:** Use yarn needle to weave all loose ends securely into pieces, hiding them inside the stuffed areas.

**Shape:** Gently reshape all pieces with your hands. The numbers should stand upright when placed on flat surface. If needed, add more stuffing through small opening (carefully) for better structure.

**Optional facial features:** Add safety eyes or embroider simple faces on each piece for extra personality!

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## ASSEMBLY & DISPLAY

**Arrangement Option 1 - Separate Pieces:**
Simply arrange the three pieces together: Number 6 + Heart + Number 7 to display the Valentine's meme message.

**Arrangement Option 2 - Sewn Together:**
If you want a permanent display:
1. Place all three pieces in a row on flat surface
2. Position heart between the two numbers
3. Using yarn needle and matching yarn, sew pieces together at contact points (small stitches at sides where pieces touch)
4. Ensure pieces can still stand upright after joining

**Display Ideas:**
- Mantle or shelf decoration
- Valentine's Day photo prop
- Gift for math teacher or numbers-loving friend
- Part of larger Valentine's display

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## TIPS FOR SUCCESS

1. **Tight tension:** Work with tight tension for clean amigurumi appearance and to prevent stuffing from showing through
2. **Stuff firmly:** Numbers especially need firm stuffing to stand upright
3. **Shape as you go:** The loop of the 6 should be rounded; use your fingers to shape while stuffing
4. **Color choices:** Red and pink are traditional, but consider white with red heart, or rainbow colors for fun variation!

## VARIATIONS

**Size adjustment:** 
- Larger: Use bulky yarn with H hook (creates ~6-7" tall numbers)
- Smaller: Use DK weight with C hook (creates ~3" tall numbers)

**Color ideas:**
- Classic: All red or all pink
- Contrast: White numbers with red heart
- Fun: Each piece different color (rainbow theme)
- Elegant: Cream numbers with burgundy heart

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**Pattern designed for Valentine's Day fun!** 

**Tag your finished projects with #CrochetValentineMeme**

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## COPYRIGHT & USAGE
This pattern is for personal use. You may sell finished items made from this pattern in small quantities. Please credit the pattern designer. Do not redistribute or republish this pattern.