Get ready for sunny days with these adorable crochet baby sandals! Inspired by the vibrant blue pair in the picture, this pattern features a comfy fit, a chic open-toe design, and sweet button details. They’re perfect for keeping tiny feet cool and stylish during warmer weather.
Skill Level: Easy (Familiarity with basic stitches and working in rounds is all you need!).
Materials:
- Yarn: DK (Light Worsted) weight yarn. A soft cotton or cotton blend is highly recommended for breathability and comfort.
- Main Color (MC): Bright Blue (or your chosen primary color) – approx. 30-50 yards per pair.
- Contrast Color (CC): White (for sole trim and buttons) – approx. 5-10 yards per pair.
- Crochet Hook: Size G/6 (4.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends and attaching buttons.
- Scissors
- Stitch Markers: Very helpful for marking the start of rounds and increase points on the sole.
- Small Buttons: 2 (approx. 10mm), one for each sandal.
Gauge (Crucial for Sizing!):
Achieving the correct sole length is paramount for these sandals to fit properly.
- Sole Gauge: After completing the sole section, measure its length. Adjust your hook size or initial chain/increase rounds to reach the desired length from the sizing chart below.
- Example: For 0-3 months, your finished sole should measure around 3.5 inches.
Sizing Chart (Approximate Finished Sole Length):
| Size | Approx. Sole Length (inches) | Approx. Sole Length (cm) | Initial Chain (suggested) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-3 Months | 3.5 | 9 | Ch 10 |
| 3-6 Months | 4 | 10.5 | Ch 12 |
| 6-9 Months | 4.5 | 11.5 | Ch 14 |
- Note: If you want a larger size, increase your initial chain length by 2 stitches per size increment, and you may need to add an extra round to the sole and/or upper sections.
Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms):
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sc2tog: single crochet 2 together (decrease)
- hdc2tog: half double crochet 2 together (decrease)
- BLO: back loop only
- FLO: front loop only
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sp: space
- inc: increase (work 2 sts in the same st)
- MC: Main Color (Blue)
- CC: Contrast Color (White)
- ( ): repeat instructions in parentheses a specified number of times
- [ ]: total stitches at the end of the round
Pattern for Sweet Summer Crochet Baby Sandals (Make 2)
Part 1: The Sole (Make 2 per pair)
Work in continuous rounds, using a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Using MC (Blue):
Round 1: Ch (refer to Sizing Chart for initial chain). Hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Hdc in next (initial chain – 3) stitches. In the last ch, work 3 hdc (this turns the corner). Now working down the other side of the chain, hdc in next (initial chain – 3) stitches. In the very last ch (where you worked your first hdc), work 2 hdc. [Total stitches will vary based on initial chain]. Place stitch marker in the first hdc of the next round.
Round 2: 2 hdc in the first st (inc). Hdc in each st along the side of the sole until you reach the 3 hdc you worked in the last chain. (2 hdc in next st) 3 times (inc for the toe end). Hdc in each st along the other side until you reach the 2 hdc at the heel end. (2 hdc in next st) 2 times (inc for the heel end). Move stitch marker to the first st of the current round.
Round 3 (Optional for larger sizes, or if you need a wider sole): (2 hdc in next st) 2 times (inc). Hdc in each st along the side. (2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st) 3 times (inc for the toe end). Hdc in each st along the other side. (2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st) 2 times (inc for the heel end). Move stitch marker to the first st of the current round.
Check your sole length against the Sizing Chart. Adjust hook size or add/remove initial chains/rounds if needed.
Sl st to the first hdc of your last sole round to join. Fasten off and weave in ends for one sole. For the second sole, do not fasten off; you’ll continue with the upper.
Part 2: Sole Edge Trim (CC – White)
Still working from the second sole, but for this step, you’ll join the Contrast Color.
Using CC (White):
Round 1 (Sole Edge): Ch 1. Working in the BLO of the previous MC sole round, sl st in each stitch around. This creates a neat, raised edge. Sl st to first sl st to join. Fasten off CC.
Part 3: Building the Sandal Upper
Using MC (Blue):
Round 1 (Creating the “Wall”): Join MC (Blue) to the first sc in the FLO (front loop only) of the original MC sole (skipping the CC sl st round). Ch 1. Sc in the FLO of each st around. Sl st to the first sc to join. This round starts forming the side of the sandal, leaving the CC trim visible.
Round 2 (Toe Shaping – First Decrease Round): Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc in the first (approx. 8-10) stitches (for the heel/instep area; adjust based on your sole size). Now, for the toe decreases: (hdc2tog) 5-6 times across the front of the sandal. Hdc in the remaining stitches around the heel/instep. Sl st to the first hdc to join. This begins to shape the front of the sandal and is where the top strap will be attached.
Part 4: Front Top Strap
Identify the center of the decreases made in Round 2 of Part 3. You’ll be working a small rectangular piece for the main front strap.
Using MC (Blue):
Row 1: Join MC (Blue) to the stitch just to the left of the center toe decreases (about 2-3 stitches from the center). Ch 1. Sc in the next 8-10 stitches across the top of the foot (adjust to cover the width of the foot’s top). Turn. The number of stitches here will define the width of your top strap.
Row 2: Ch 1. Sc in each sc across. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 for 1-2 more rows, or until the strap reaches approximately 0.75 – 1 inch in length. Fasten off MC, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Part 5: Ankle Straps & Finishing
Ankle Straps (Side Strips):
The picture shows two straps coming from the main front strap to meet at the back/side of the ankle, secured with buttons.
First Strap (Right Side): Join MC (Blue) to the top right corner of your main front strap. Ch 1. Sc in the same st. Ch 1, turn. Sc in the sc. Repeat this row until the strap is long enough to reach the side of the ankle (approx. 1.5 – 2 inches long). On the last row, create a small buttonhole loop by chaining 3 stitches, skipping 1 stitch, then sc in the last stitch (adjust ch amount as needed for button size). Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Second Strap (Left Side): Join MC (Blue) to the top left corner of your main front strap. Ch 1. Sc in the same st. Ch 1, turn. Sc in the sc. Repeat this row for the same number of rows as the first strap. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
Join Back of Sandal: Sew the ends of these two side straps securely to the top edge of the sandal at the back/side of the ankle, aligning them to create a comfortable opening for the foot.
Finishing:
- Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely.
- Make sure both sandals are as identical as possible.
- Attach Buttons: Sew one white button onto each side of the sandal where the ankle straps meet the main body. Position them so the buttonhole loops can easily slip over them. Ensure they are very securely attached for baby safety.
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Optional: For added grip, apply non-slip puffy paint or sew on non-slip pads to the bottom of the soles if the baby will be walking.
Congratulations! You’ve just created a lovely pair of Sweet Summer Crochet Baby Sandals. These are sure to be a comfortable and adorable addition to any baby’s warm-weather wardrobe!
