There’s nothing sweeter than a pair of handmade crochet baby shoes. These tiny booties make the perfect gift for baby showers or a precious addition to your own little one’s wardrobe. Soft, adorable, and surprisingly easy to make, this pattern is beginner-friendly with a touch of charming detail. Let’s get stitching!
Gauge
While gauge isn’t critical for this pattern, consistency matters. Try to maintain approximately 4 single crochet stitches per inch for a snug, well-fitting shoe.
ch: chain
st(s): stitch(es)
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
sc inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in one stitch)
sc dec: single crochet decrease (crochet 2 sc together)
hdc dec: half double crochet decrease
BLO: back loop only
FLO: front loop only
[…]: repeat instructions within brackets
(…): stitch count at end of round
Crochet Baby Shoe Pattern
To create your cozy baby shoes, gather the following supplies:
Worsted weight yarn (Category 4) – Choose a soft baby yarn in your preferred color(s)
Crochet hook size G/6 (4.00 mm or 4.25 mm)
Yarn needle – For weaving in ends
Scissors
Optional – Buttons, ribbons, or embellishments for decorating
Round 1:
Ch 11.
2 sc in 2nd ch from hook.
Sc in next 8 ch.
5 sc in last ch.
Working on opposite side: Sc in next 8 ch.
3 sc in the last ch.
Sl st to join. (26 sts)
Round 2:
Ch 1.
2 sc in each of the next 2 sts.
Sc in next 8 sts.
2 sc in each of next 5 sts.
Sc in next 8 sts.
2 sc in each of next 3 sts.
Sl st to join. (36 sts)
Round 3:
Ch 1.
Sc, sc inc – repeat 2 times.
Sc in next 8 sts.
[Sc, sc inc] x5.
Sc in next 8 sts.
[Sc, sc inc] x3.
Sl st to join. (46 sts)
Round 4:
Ch 1.
Sc in each st around in BLO.
Sl st to join. (46 sts)
Do not fasten off.
This round creates the defined edge that becomes the shoe sides.
Rounds 5–7:
Ch 1.
Sc in each st around (through both loops).
Sl st to join. (46 sts)
Do not fasten off after Round 7.
Round 8:
Ch 1.
Sc in next 14 sts.
[Hdc dec, hdc] x6.
Sc in next 14 sts.
Sl st to join. (40 sts)
Round 9:
Ch 1.
Sc in next 13 sts.
[Sc dec] x6.
Sc in next 15 sts.
Sl st to join. (34 sts)
Round 10:
Ch 1.
Sc in next 12 sts.
[Sc dec] x4.
Sc in next 14 sts.
Sl st to join. (30 sts)
Do not fasten off.
Rounds 11–13 (or to desired cuff height):
Ch 1.
Hdc in each st around.
Sl st to join. (30 sts)
Final Round – Optional Ruffle:
Ch 1.
[Sc, ch 1, sc] in 1st st, skip next st.
Repeat around.
Sl st to first sc to join.
Fasten off and weave in ends securely.
Make the second shoe following the same steps.
Weave in all loose ends neatly on the inside.
Fold the cuff down for a classic bootie look.
Customize with a cute button, bow, or ribbon woven through the last hdc round before the cuff edge.
Whether you’re making a keepsake or a cozy gift, these crochet baby shoes are sure to warm little toes and hearts. 💕
Happy Crocheting! 🧶
If you try this pattern, don’t forget to share your creations with us at Quilting Wonders! We’d love to see your handmade baby treasures.
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