Hello, sun-loving crafters!
Get ready to dress tiny feet in the most adorable handmade footwear – these enchanting pink crochet baby sandals! Featuring a delicate openwork lace pattern, a charming strap with a pearl accent, and a sweet organza bow, they are absolutely perfect for warm weather, special occasions, or simply adding a touch of handmade elegance to any baby’s outfit.
The vibrant pink in the picture is wonderfully cheerful, but imagine these sandals in soft pastels, bright blues, or classic white for a truly versatile pair!
Before we grab our hooks, let’s get ready:
- Skill Level: Intermediate. Working an openwork lace pattern, shaping the sandal, and precise placement of embellishments requires some attention to detail.
- Yarn Choice: For baby’s delicate skin, especially for sandals, a soft, lightweight baby yarn is ideal. Cotton or a cotton blend (Sport weight #2 or DK weight #3) is recommended for breathability and stitch definition.
- Hook Size: This will depend on your chosen yarn. Aim for a hook size that creates a slightly looser fabric for the lace body to maintain its airy feel, but still firm for the sole. (e.g., 3.0mm – 4.0mm).
- Gauge is Crucial! For baby shoes, gauge determines the finished size. Make a swatch of the sole section to ensure your sandals will fit perfectly!
Let’s Gather Our Supplies!
Materials You’ll Need:
- Approx. 30-50 grams of baby yarn in your main color (e.g., pink)
- Approx. 5-10 grams of baby yarn in your contrasting color (e.g., white for edging)
- Crochet hook (e.g., 3.5mm, adjust for gauge)
- Stitch markers (helpful for sole shaping!)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- 2 small pearl beads (for the strap closures)
- 2 small organza bows with heart charms (as pictured, or similar tiny ribbon bows/charms)
- Sewing needle and matching thread (to attach beads/bows)
Crochet Language Decoder (Abbreviations):
- ch: chain
- st(s): stitch(es)
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- V-st: V-stitch (dc, ch 1, dc) in indicated stitch or space
- sk: skip
- sp: space
- BLO: back loop only
- sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together (decrease)
- [ ]: repeat instructions within brackets
- ( ): number of stitches at the end of the round/row
Gauge:
- Work the first few rounds of the sole with your pink yarn.
- Example Gauge: 16 sc and 16 rows = 4 inches (10 cm). Adjust hook size to match gauge.
Pattern Instructions (Bottom-Up Construction):
This pattern starts with the sole and works upwards. Size: 0-3 Months (Approx. 3.5 – 3.75 inches / 9-9.5 cm sole length) (Adjust starting chain and increase rounds for larger/smaller sizes)
Part 1: The Sole (Main Color Yarn – e.g., Pink)
- Ch 13.
- Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 10 ch. 3 sc in last ch. Working along the other side of the starting chain: Sc in next 10 ch. 2 sc in last ch. Join with sl st to first sc. (26 sts)
- Rnd 2: Ch 1 (does not count as st). 2 sc in first st. Sc in next 10 sts. 2 sc in next 3 sts. Sc in next 10 sts. 2 sc in next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. (32 sts)
- Rnd 3: Ch 1. Sc in first st. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next 11 sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next 11 sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next st. Join with sl st to first sc. (38 sts)
- Rnd 4: Ch 1. Sc in first 2 sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next 12 sts. [2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts] twice. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next 12 sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in last st. Join with sl st to first sc. (44 sts)
- Check your sole length here. It should be approximately 3.5 inches for 0-3 months.
- Do NOT fasten off.
Part 2: The Sandal Body (Lace Pattern – Main Color Yarn)
- Rnd 1 (Sides Set-up): Ch 1. Sc in the back loop only (BLO) of each st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (44 sts)
- This creates a neat ridge separating the sole from the upper.
- Rnd 2 (Lace Pattern): Ch 3 (counts as dc). Dc in same st. [Sk 3 sts, V-st (dc, ch 1, dc) in next st]. Repeat [ ] around. Adjust skips at the end if needed to maintain pattern. Join with sl st to top of beg ch 3.
- You should have approx. 11 V-stitches.
- Rnd 3: Ch 3. Work V-st in each ch-1 sp of V-st from previous round. Join with sl st.
- Rnd 4 (Toe Shaping): Ch 1. Sc in next 12 sts. [Sc2tog over V-st] 6 times (working over the entire V-stitch or into the ch-1 sp). Sc in next 12 sts. Join with sl st. (34 sts)
- Rnd 5 (Sandal Opening): Ch 1. Sc in next 7 sts. Sl st in next 20 sts. Sc in last 7 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. (This creates the U-shaped opening for the instep).
- Fasten off main color yarn. Weave in ends.
Part 3: The Strap (Main Color Yarn – e.g., Pink)
- Ch 15.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 12 ch. Ch 3 (this forms the button loop). Sk next 2 ch. Sl st in last ch. (13 sc + ch-3 loop)
- Adjust ch length for loop if your pearl bead is larger/smaller.
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Part 4: The White Scalloped Edging (Contrasting Color Yarn – e.g., White)
- Attach white yarn with a sl st to the back center of the sole (Rnd 4 of sole).
- Rnd 1 (Scallops): Ch 1. Sc in same st. [Sk 1 st, (sc, 3 dc, sc) in next st, sk 1 st, sc in next st]. Repeat [ ] around. Adjust skips at the end if needed to finish the last scallop. Join with sl st to first sc.
- Fasten off white yarn. Weave in ends.
Part 5: Finishing & Assembly
- Attach the Strap:
- Place the sandal on a flat surface. Position the strap across the top of the foot, with the button loop end on the outside of the shoe.
- Using your yarn needle, securely sew the non-loop end of the strap to the inside top edge of the sandal on one side.
- Using a sewing needle and matching thread, securely sew a small pearl bead to the opposite side of the sandal, aligning with the strap’s loop.
- Attach the Bow & Charm:
- Securely sew the organza bow (with its heart charm) to the center front of the sandal’s toe. Ensure the charm is securely attached for baby safety.
- Weave in all remaining loose ends neatly.
- Repeat all steps for the second sandal!
Video tutorial
Your Sweet Lacy Sandals Are Ready!
Congratulations! You’ve just created an absolutely charming and breezy pair of handmade baby sandals. These delicate little beauties are sure to be a cherished addition to any baby’s wardrobe!
Feel free to personalize your sandals by choosing different yarn colors, swapping out the bows for crocheted flowers, or adding different charms!
Don’t forget to share your finished sandals! I’d love to see your unique color combinations and how you’ve made them your own. Tag me on social media or send me a picture!
Happy crocheting!
