Crochet Owl Slippers

Crochet owl slippers are the coziest and cutest addition to any loungewear collection! These adorable and whimsical slippers are not only perfect for keeping your feet warm and toasty, but they also add a touch of fun to your outfit. The intricate crochet detailing gives them a handmade charm that is sure to make you smile every time you wear them. Whether you're lounging around the house or just feeling a little bit whimsical, these owl slippers are a must-have for anyone looking to add a bit of charm and comfort to their day!

Skill Level: Beginner

Techniques: Made using single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet worked in rows and rounds

Size: approx kids size small (ages 5-7)

Supplies:

3.5 crochet hook

yarn needed

Worsted weight yarn in:

• purple
• pink
• dark pink
• white
• black
• brown
• orange

Abbreviations

Rd = round

ch = chain

ea = each

st = stitch

FO = fasten off

sl st = slip stitch

sc = single crochet

hdc = half double crochet

dbc = double crochet

hk = hook

Beginning with the Toe in Pink:

Rd 1: ch 2, 6 in 2nd ch from hk (6)

Rd 2: 2 sc around (12)

Rd 3: (sc, 2sc) around (18)

Rd 4: (sc in 2, 2sc) around (24) — skip rd 5 to make a smaller slipper

Rd 5: (sc in 3, 2sc) around (30)

Rd 6-10: sc around (30) –skip rds 9-10 for a smaller slipper

Switch to purple

Rd 11-13: sc around (30)

You will now work in rows to create the front opening:

Row 1: Sl st in 10 st (this moves the colour change to the bottom of the slipper)

Row 2-7: Ch 1, turn, sc in 26 (26) (again, to create a smaller slipper, just skip the last 1-2 rows)
You will now create the heel flap:

Row 1: Sl st in 10 st to move toward the heel

Row 2-8: Sc in 6, ch 1, turn (Lift your heel flap to ensure the top reaches the front opening)

Switch to working in rounds

Rd 1: sc around the top of the slipper, approx 25 sc (attaching the top of the heel flap to front opening)

Sl st, FO, leaving a long end for sewing. Sew the heel gaps closed on either side.

Edging:

Rd 2: Attach dark pink to the top and sc in ea st around (25). Sl st, FO, and weave in the end.

Repeat the above to make the second slipper.

Eyes: make 4

Rd 1: with black, ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hk, sl st to first sc and FO (6)

Rd 2: attach white, 2 sc in each sc around, sl st to first sc and FO, leaving a long end for sewing (12)

Sl st brown between the black and brown, going around the circle by working the hook through the eye from the front to the back

Embroider white sparkle

Sew two eyes per slipper, midway between the colour change of pink and purple.

Beek (make 2) in orange:

Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hk, hdc, dbc ch 1 and FO, leaving a long end to sew. Sew on each slipper between the eyes

Ears (make 4) in pink

Rd 1: Ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hk (6)

Rd 2: (sc, 2sc) around (9)

Rd 3-4: sc around (9) sl st, FO, leaving a long end for sewing

Tie pink, purple and dark pink to the tip of the ears. Trim to the desired length

Sew two ears on each slipper.

To create a none slip bottom, try dabbing hot glue spots!

And that’s it!