Crochet Ruby Red Mary Jane Booties are an absolute must-have for any baby fashionista! These adorable booties are not only stylish but also cozy and comfortable for those tiny feet. The rich ruby red color adds a pop of fun and elegance to any little outfit. Whether it's a special occasion or just a cozy day at home, these booties are sure to make your little one the talk of the town. With their intricate crochet design and sweet Mary Jane style, these booties are the perfect finishing touch to any baby's ensemble. Grab a pair today and let your little one strut their stuff in style!
Materials
3.5mm (E/4) Crochet Hook
110yds [130yds] Juniper Moon Farm Findley DK (131yds/50g)
Tapestry Needle
2x Pearl Buttons (0.4″)
Finished Size
Pattern is made for 0 – 6 months old. Changes for size 6- 12 months are in [ ].
Finished Measurements (Sole Length)
0 – 6 Months: 3.5″ (9cm)
6 – 12 Months: 4″ (10cm)
Gauge
20 stitches + 16 rows = 4″/10cm in half double crochet
Stitches & Abbreviations
st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
blsc – back loop single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog)
Insert your hook into the next stitch. Yarn over, pull back through that stitch (2 loops on hook). Insert your hook into the next stitch. Yarn over, pull back through that stitch (3 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through all the loops on your hook.
Back Loop Single Crochet (blsc)
Insert your hook into the next stitch, but not through both loops, only through the “Back Loop”. Yarn over, draw up a loop (2 loops on hook). Yarn over, and pull through 2 loops on your hook.
Skill Level
This is an “Easy” level crochet pattern (includes “How-To” photos). You must be familiar with basic crochet stitches and techniques. Directions written so that they are easy to read and follow. All patterns are in English, and written in standard US terms.
PATTERN
Note: This bootie is worked in the round, from bottom to top. The bow is worked in the row, and seamed to the front of the bootie.
SOLE
Ch11 [13] using yarn and 3.50mm hook.
Rnd 1: 2 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts, 5 hdc in next st. (Note: You are now going to be working on the opposite side of foundation chain.) 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 3 hdc in last st. (26 [30] sts) Do not sl st in 1st hdc of this rnd.
Rnd 2: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 2 hdc in next 2 sts. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 2 hdc in next 5 sts. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 2 hdc in next 3 sts. (36 [40] sts) Do not sl st in 1st hdc of this rnd.

Rnd 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * twice. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 times. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 times. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (46 [50] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
TOP OF SHOE
Rnd 1: Attach yarn right in the middle of the heel. Ch1, 1 sc in the same st, but only through the back loop. (Note: Continue crocheting the sts in this rnd, only in the back loop.) 1 sc in next 45 [49] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (46 [50] sts)
Rnd 2 – 3 [4]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (46 [50] sts)
Rnd 4 [5]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next 13 [15] sts. *1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Repeat from the * 7 times. 1 sc in next 12 [14] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (39 [43] sts)
Rnd 5 [6]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in 1st st, 1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next 9 [11] sts. *1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 times. 1 sc in next 9 [11] sts. 1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (32 [36] sts)

BUTTON STRAP
Left Bootie Strap
Rnd 6 [7]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 blsc in the next 22 [24] sts. Ch10 [12] (this create button strap). 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Ch1, 1 hdc in next 8 [10] ch sts. 1 blsc in 23rd [25th] of ‘Rnd 6’. 1 blsc in next 9 [11] sts. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
Right Bootie Strap
Rnd 6 [7]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 blsc in the next 10 [12] sts. Ch10 [12] (this create button strap), 1 hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Ch1, 1 hdc in next 8 [10] ch sts. 1 blsc in 11th [13th] of ‘Rnd 6’. 1 blsc in next 21 [23] sts. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
BOW
Bow
Row 1: Ch7 [8] using yarn and 3.50mm crochet hook, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next 5 [6] sts. Turn work. (6 [7] sts)
Row 2 – 24: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next 5 [6] sts. Turn work. (6 [7] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
Band of Bow
Row 1: Ch3 [3] using yarn and 3.50mm crochet hook, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next st. Turn work. (2 [2] sts)
Row 2 – 8: Ch1, 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in next st. Turn work. (2 [2] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.
FINISHINGS
Sew the ends of the “Bow” together to create a circle (row 1 and row 24). Wrap the “Band of Bow” around the centre of the “Bow”, and sew together at back of “Bow”
Sew 1 bow on each bootie, towards the front.