How to Crochet Adorable Baby Booties: A Complete Guide for New Parents and Crafters
Crochet baby booties are the cutest little footwear you could imagine for your tiny bundle of joy! These soft and cozy creations not only keep your little one's feet warm but also add a touch of charm to their outfit. Whether you choose pastel colors, vibrant shades, or even opt for intricate patterns, crocheting baby booties is a delightful way to show your love through handmade items.
Gift a pair to a new parent, or make a matching set for your own little one - either way, these adorable booties are sure to bring smiles and warmth to those tiny toes!Materials
Schachenmayr Catania 125m/50g, crochet hook 2.5 mm, button or pearl
Skill Level and Size
Easy
The length of the sole of the bootie is approx. 9 cm.
Abbreviations
- Ch = chain
- St = stitch
- Sc = single crochet
- Hdc = half double crochet
- Scbp = single crochet back post
- Sl st = slip stitch
- Rnd = round
- Dc = double crochet
- Dc2tog = double crochet 2 stitches together
Instructions
I don’t join rounds with a slip stitch but crochet in a circle.
Sole
Rnd 1: Starting at center with a chain of 16 stitches.
Rnd 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 13 ch, 3 sc in next ch, then, working in other side of base ch, sc in each of next 13 ch, 2 sc in next ch and 2 sc in next sc.
Rnd 3: Sc in each of next 13 sc, 2 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc in each of next 13 sc, 2 sc in each of next 3 sc.
Rnd 4: Sc in each of next 8 sc, hdc in each of next 3 sc, dc in each of next 3 sc, 2 dc in each of next 6 sc, dc in each of next 3 sc, hdc in each of next 3 sc, sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc twice, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc.
Rnd 5: Sc in each of next 8 sc, hdc in each of next 3 hdc, dc in each of next 6 dc, 2 dc in each of next 6 dc, dc in each of next 6 dc, hdc in each of next 3 hdc, sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc.
Rnd 6: Sc in each of next 60 st around.
Rnd 7: Scbp worked in each of the next 60 sc around.
Bootie
Rnd 1-4: Sc in each of next 60 st around.
Rnd 5: Sc in each of next 11 sc, *2 dctog* 12 times, sc in each of next 25 sc.
Rnd 6: Sc in each of next 11 sc, *2 dctog* 6 times, sc in each of next 25 sc.
Rnd 7: Sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 ch, 7 dc tog, 2 ch, sc in each of next 25 sc, sl st, cut the yarn.
Strap
Rnd 1: Chain 20 stitches.
Rnd 2: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each of next 17 st, 3 sc in next ch, sc in each of next 18 st, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in the same st as chain and in each of next 17 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in each of next 18 sc.
Finishing
The sole and strap crochet with crab stitch (reverse single crochet) in contrast color. Cut the yarn and sew strap to the shoe. The other side of the strap is sewn to the shoe together with the pearl or beautiful button.