There’s something so heartwarming about crocheting little booties for a new arrival. Today, I’m thrilled to share a simple yet adorable pattern for making your own crochet baby booties. These little wonders work up quickly and make a thoughtful handmade gift. Let’s get started!
Materials You’ll Need:
- Worsted weight yarn in your chosen color(s)
- Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rep: repeat
Gauge:
While gauge isn’t critical for baby booties, aim for approximately 4 hdc = 1 inch.
Video pattern
Pattern:
Sole (Make 2):
- Ch 11.
- Round 1: Hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook (counts as first hdc), hdc in the next 7 ch, 5 hdc in the last ch. Working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, hdc in the next 7 ch, 2 hdc in the last ch. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (22 sts)
- Round 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), 2 hdc in the first st, hdc in the next 7 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 5 sts, hdc in the next 7 sts, 2 hdc in each of the last 2 sts. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (30 sts)
- Round 3: Ch 1, hdc in the first st, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 8 sts, (2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next st) rep 5 times, hdc in the next 8 sts, 2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the last st. Sl st to the first hdc to join. (38 sts)
Upper:
- Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in the back loop only of each st around. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in the next 11 sts, hdc in the next 4 sts, dc in the next 8 sts, hdc in the next 4 sts, sc in the remaining 11 sts. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in the next 10 sts, hdc in the next 4 sts, dc in the next 10 sts, hdc in the next 4 sts, sc in the remaining 10 sts. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in the next 10 sts, hdc in the next 3 sts, dc in the next 12 sts, hdc in the next 3 sts, sc in the remaining 10 sts. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in the next 10 sts, hdc in the next 3 sts, dc in the next 12 sts, hdc in the next 3 sts, sc in the remaining 10 sts. Sl st to the first sc to join. (38 sts)
Ankle Cuff:
- Ch 1, sc in the next 15 sts. Ch 5, skip the next 8 sts, sc in the remaining 15 sts. Sl st to the first sc to join. (30 sc + ch-5 loop)
- Ch 1, sc in each sc across, 5 sc in the ch-5 loop. Sl st to the first sc to join. (35 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to the first sc to join. (35 sts)
- Ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to the first sc to join. (35 sts)
- Ch 1, sl st in each st around. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing:
Repeat the pattern to make the second bootie. Weave in all loose ends securely. You can add embellishments like small buttons, bows, or embroidered details to personalize your little creations!
Tips and Variations:
- Stripes: Introduce a second color in any round for a fun striped effect.
- Cuff Height: Adjust the number of rounds in the ankle cuff to make it taller or shorter.
- Sizing: To adjust the size, you can go up or down a hook size or add/subtract a few chains in the initial foundation chain for the sole. Remember that this will slightly alter the overall proportions.
And there you have it – a sweet pair of crochet baby booties! I hope you enjoyed this pattern. Happy crocheting, and may these little booties keep tiny feet warm and cozy! I’d love to see your finished creations, so feel free to share them! What colors will you choose for your booties?
