Crochet Cute and Easy Baby Booties: A Beginner-Friendly Pattern

These charming crochet baby booties are designed with ease in mind, perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Using basic crochet stitches and simple shaping, you’ll create a snug and adorable pair of booties to keep tiny feet warm. They make a wonderful handmade baby shower gift or a lovely addition to your own little one’s wardrobe.

Skill Level: Beginner

Materials:

• DK weight yarn in your desired color(s)
• Crochet hook size G/6 (4.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional, but helpful for the beginning rounds)

Gauge:

While gauge isn’t critical for baby booties, aim for approximately 4 rows of half double crochet (hdc) to measure about 1 inch in height. Adjust your hook size if needed.

Finished Size:

This pattern is written for approximately 0-3 months (sole length around 3.5 inches). Instructions for slight adjustments will be included.

Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):

• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet (used for shaping the toe)
• st(s): stitch(es)
• beg: beginning
• rep: repeat
• inc: increase (work 2 stitches in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (work 2 stitches together)
• BLO: back loop only

Let’s Get Started!

Part 1: Crocheting the Sole (Make 2)

We’ll begin by creating the oval-shaped sole of the bootie.

Round 1: Ch 9. In the 2nd ch from the hook, sc 1. Sc in the next 6 ch. In the last ch, work 3 sc. Now working on the other side of the chain, sc in the next 6 ch. Sc in the last ch (where you started the first sc). Sl st to the first sc. (18 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, sc in the same st. Sc in the next 7 sts. Inc in the next 3 sts. Sc in the next 7 sts. Inc in the last 2 sts. Sl st to the first sc. (23 sts)

Round 3: Ch 1, sc in the same st. Sc in the next 8 sts. (Sc 1, inc) repeat 3 times. Sc in the next 8 sts. (Inc, sc 1) repeat 2 times. Sl st to the first sc. (28 sts)

Round 4: Ch 1, sc in the same st. Sc in the next 9 sts. (Sc 2, inc) repeat 3 times. Sc in the next 9 sts. (Inc, sc 2) repeat 2 times. Sl st to the first sc. (33 sts)

For a slightly larger sole (approx. 3-6 months, 4 inches): Add one more round, following the same increasing pattern: Ch 1, sc in the same st. Sc in the next 10 sts. (Sc 3, inc) repeat 3 times. Sc in the next 10 sts. (Inc, sc 3) repeat 2 times. Sl st to the first sc. (38 sts)

Fasten off the first sole and weave in the end. Make a second sole, but do not fasten off after the last round.

Part 2: Creating the Sides of the Bootie

Now we’ll work in the back loops only to create the upward curve of the bootie sides.

Round 1: Ch 1, sc in the BLO of each st around. Sl st to the first sc. (33 or 38 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, hdc in each st around. Sl st to the first hdc. (33 or 38 sts)

Rounds 3-5 (or until desired height): Repeat Round 2. You can adjust the number of rounds here to make the bootie taller or shorter.

Part 3: Shaping the Toe

We’ll now shape the front of the bootie to create a rounded toe.

Round 6: Ch 1, hdc in the next 10 (or 12 for larger size) sts. Now we’ll work decreases using hdc2tog (half double crochet two together) to shape the toe. Hdc2tog 6 times. Hdc in the remaining 11 (or 14 for larger size) sts. Sl st to the first hdc. (27 or 32 sts)

Round 7: Ch 1, hdc in the next 9 (or 11 for larger size) sts. Hdc2tog 5 times. Hdc in the remaining 10 (or 13 for larger size) sts. Sl st to the first hdc. (22 or 27 sts)

Round 8: Ch 1, hdc in the next 8 (or 10 for larger size) sts. Hdc2tog 4 times. Hdc in the remaining 9 (or 12 for larger size) sts. Sl st to the first hdc. (18 or 23 sts)

Fasten off and weave in the end of the second bootie.

Part 4: Creating the Ankle Cuff (Optional)

This step adds a cute and snug cuff around the ankle.

1. With the right side of the bootie facing you, attach your yarn to any stitch at the top opening.
2. Ch 8 (adjust the width of the cuff as desired).
3. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch across. (7 sc)
4. Sl st to the next st on the bootie opening.
5. Ch 8, sc across, sl st to the next st.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 around the entire opening of the bootie.
7. Sl st to the first sl st to join. Fasten off and weave in the end.

Variation for a Ribbed Cuff:

1. Attach yarn to the top opening.
2. Ch 10 (adjust for desired height).
3. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in the BLO of each ch across. (9 sc)
4. Sl st to the next st on the bootie opening.
5. Ch 1, turn. Sc in the BLO of each of the 9 sc.
6. Sl st to the next st on the bootie opening.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 around the entire opening. Join with a sl st and fasten off.

Part 5: Adding Ties or Straps (Optional)

You can add ties to help keep the booties securely on little feet.

Simple Ties:

1. Attach yarn to the side of the bootie opening.
2. Ch 30 (or desired length for the tie).
3. Fasten off. Repeat on the opposite side of the same bootie and on the second bootie. Tie the ends in a knot or add small pom-poms to the ends.

Small Strap with Button:

1. Attach yarn to the side of the bootie opening.
2. Ch 15 (or desired length for the strap).
3. Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across. (14 sc)
4. Sl st to the bootie opening on the other side of where you started. Fasten off.
5. Sew a small button to the side where you initially attached the strap. The loop of the strap will fasten around the button. Repeat for the other bootie.

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Finishing Touches:

• Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.
• Add any cute embellishments you like, such as small crocheted flowers, bows, or appliques (ensure they are securely attached).

Congratulations! You’ve now created a cute and easy pair of crochet baby booties. These little gems will keep those tiny toes cozy and stylish. Enjoy your adorable handmade creation!