Crochet Slipper Pattern: Easy Peasy Slippers

This pattern will guide you through crocheting a pair of simple and cozy slippers. These slippers are worked in rows and then seamed, making them beginner-friendly.

Materials:

• Approximately 200 yards of worsted weight yarn
• Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge:

• 4” = 14 single crochet and 16 rows

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• blo = back loop only
• flo = front loop only
• inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = decrease (single crochet two stitches together)

Sizes:

• Small: US Women’s 5-6
• Medium: US Women’s 7-8
• Large: US Women’s 9-10

Note: Pattern is written for size Small. Changes for Medium are in ( ), and Large are in [ ].

Sole (Make 2):

1. Foundation Chain: Ch 11 (12, 13).
2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. (10, 11, 12 sc)
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn. 2 sc in the first st, sc in the next 8 (9, 10) sts, 2 sc in the last st. (12, 13, 14 sc)
4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn. 2 sc in the first st, sc in the next 10 (11, 12) sts, 2 sc in the last st. (14, 15, 16 sc)
5. Rows 4-10 (12, 14): Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across.
6. Row 11 (13, 15): Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first 4 (5, 6) sts, dec, sc in the next 4 (4, 4) sts, dec, sc in the last 4 (5, 6) sts. (12, 13, 14 sc)
7. Row 12 (14, 16): Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first 3 (4, 5) sts, dec, sc in the next 4 (4, 4) sts, dec, sc in the last 3 (4, 5) sts. (10, 11, 12 sc)
8. Row 13 (15, 17): Ch 1, turn. Sc in the first 2 (3, 4) sts, dec, sc in the next 4 (4, 4) sts, dec, sc in the last 2 (3, 4) sts. (8, 9, 10 sc) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

Upper (Make 2):

1. Foundation Chain: Ch 21 (23, 25).
2. Row 1: Hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook and in each ch across. (20, 22, 24 hdc)
3. Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), turn. Hdc in each st across.
4. Rows 3-14 (16, 18): Repeat Row 2. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.

Assembly:

1. Seaming the Sole: With the wrong side facing out, fold the sole in half lengthwise. Using the long tail, seam the heel closed using a mattress stitch or your preferred seaming method.
2. Attaching the Upper:
   • Place the heel of the sole at the center back of the upper.
   • With the wrong side of the upper facing out, sew the upper to the sole, starting at the center back and working towards the toe. Use a mattress stitch or your preferred seaming method.
   • Repeat on the other side.
3. Finishing: Weave in all loose ends securely. Turn the slippers right side out.

Optional Embellishments:

• Add a border around the ankle opening with a contrasting color.
• Sew on buttons, bows, or other decorative elements.
• Embroider a design on the upper.
• Attach non-slip grips to the soles.

Enjoy your cozy new slippers!

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