😍VERY EASY CROCHET SHOE | Video tutorial

Here is a simple, beginner-friendly pattern for a baby crochet shoe:

Very Easy Baby Crochet Shoe Pattern

This pattern is designed to be super simple, perfect for those new to crochet or looking for a quick project. It creates a soft, basic baby bootie.

Skill Level: Beginner

Size: 0-3 Months (approx. 3.5 inches sole length)

Note: To make a slightly larger size (3-6 months, approx. 4 inches), use a slightly larger hook size (e.g., H/8 – 5.0 mm) or a slightly thicker yarn, or add one more increase round to the sole (following the pattern logic).

Materials:

DK weight yarn (approximately 40-50 yards per pair) – Choose a soft yarn suitable for babies.
Crochet hook size G/6 (4.0 mm)
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Scissors

Gauge:

Working in single crochet: 16 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm).

Note: Gauge isn’t super critical for this simple pattern, but checking it will help you get the intended size.

Abbreviations:

ch: chain
st(s): stitch(es)
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (work 2 sc in the same stitch)
FO: Fasten off

Notes:

The sole is worked in the round.
The upper is worked in rounds directly onto the sole.
This pattern uses only single crochet stitches for simplicity.

Pattern Instructions:

Make 2 (for a pair)

Part 1: The Sole

We will create a simple oval sole using only single crochet.

Round 1: Ch 9. Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in the next 6 chs. 3 sc in the last ch. Now working on the opposite side of the starting chain, sc in the next 6 chs. 2 sc in the last ch. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sc)

Round 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Inc in the first st. Sc in the next 6 sts. Inc in the next 3 sts. Sc in the next 6 sts. Inc in the next 2 sts. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sc)

Round 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Sc in BLO in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sc)

Working in the back loop only for this round creates a slight ridge, making it easier to work the upper into and defining the sole edge.

Part 2: The Upper

Now we will build up the sides of the shoe. We will work in joined rounds.

Round 4: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sc)

Round 5: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (24 sc)

Round 6: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Sc in the first 6 sts. Sc2tog (single crochet 2 stitches together) 6 times. Sc in the last 6 sts. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sc)

Part 3: The Ankle/Cuff

This creates the opening for the foot.

Round 7: Ch 1 (does not count as a st). Sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (18 sc)

FO and weave in ends securely.

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