These booties work up surprisingly quickly using basic crochet stitches. The simple construction makes them ideal for beginners, and the customizable cuff allows you to add your own flair.
Materials You’ll Need:
- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 50 yards)
- Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
Gauge: Not critical for this project, but approximately 4 single crochets (sc) per inch.
Finished Size: Approximately 3.5 inches long (fits most newborns to 3-month-olds). Adjust hook size for slight variations.
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- BLO = back loop only
Video tutorial
Let’s Get Hooking!
Sole (Make 2):
- Ch 9.
- Round 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in the next 6 ch, 3 sc in the last ch. Working on the other side of the chain, sc in the next 6 ch, inc in the last ch. (18 sc)
- Round 2: Inc in the next sc, sc in the next 6 sc, inc in the next 3 sc, sc in the next 6 sc, inc in the last 2 sc. (24 sc)
- Round 3: Sc in the next sc, inc in the next sc, sc in the next 7 sc, inc in the next sc, sc in the next sc, inc in the next sc, sc in the next 7 sc, inc in the next sc, sc in the last sc. (28 sc)
- Round 4: Sc in each stitch around. (28 sc)
- Sl st to the first sc to join. Fasten off one sole.
Upper:
- With the right side of the other sole facing you, join yarn with a sl st to any stitch.
- Round 1: Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), sc in the same stitch and in each stitch around. (28 sc)
- Round 2: Ch 1, sc in the BLO of each stitch around. (28 sc)
- Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the next 8 sc, (sc2tog) twice, sc in the next 8 sc, (sc2tog) twice, sc in the last 4 sc. (24 sc)
- Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the next 7 sc, (sc2tog) twice, sc in the next 7 sc, (sc2tog) twice, sc in the last 2 sc. (20 sc)
- Round 5: Ch 1, sc in the next 6 sc, (sc2tog) twice, sc in the next 6 sc, (sc2tog) twice. (16 sc)
Cuff:
- Ch 1, sc in each stitch around. (16 sc)
- Repeat Round 1 for as many rounds as you like for the cuff height. You can also switch to hdc or dc for a different texture or height.
- Sl st to the first sc to join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing (optional, if you want to cinch the cuff slightly).
Finishing:
- Weave in all loose ends securely.
- Optional: Using the long tail from the cuff, weave it in and out around the top edge of the cuff and gently pull to cinch it slightly for a snugger fit. Tie off securely.
And there you have it – a super speedy pair of adorable baby booties!
Tips and Variations:
- Color Play: Use different colors for the sole, upper, and cuff for a fun look.
- Stripes: Change colors every few rounds for a striped effect.
- Texture: Experiment with different stitches for the cuff, like a row of hdc or even a simple shell stitch.
- Embellishments: Add small buttons, bows, or embroidered details to personalize your booties. Just make sure any embellishments are securely attached for safety.
