These original Easy Crochet Baby Sandals use a measured oval sole, an open toe, a smooth heel, and a short sewn ankle strap. They are written in US terminology for newborn to 3 months.
Pattern Details
- Skill: Easy
- Yarn: DK washable cotton
- Hook: 4 mm
- Gauge: 16 sc and 18 rows = 4 inches
- Finished sole: approximately 3.75 x 1.75 inches
- Size: newborn–3 months
- Estimated time: approximately 2–3 hours
Materials and Abbreviations
DK cotton in cream and sage, hook, marker, yarn needle, scissors, tape measure. US terms: ch, sc, hdc, sl st, st, inc, dec.
Instructions
Sole
Ch 10. Sc in 2nd ch and across 8; 3 sc in last ch; sc along opposite side of 8 chains; join (19). Round 2: sc 8, 2 sc in each of next 3, sc 8 (22). Round 3: sc 9, (2 sc, sc) three times, sc 9 (25). Round 4: sc around, working 2 sc at each rounded end (29). Fasten off.
Upper and Toe
Join cream at center heel. Sc around, working through back loops across the toe (29). Next round: sc 9, hdc2tog three times, sc 9 (26). Next: sc 9, hdc2tog four times, sc 9 (25). Sc around once more.
Heel, Strap, and Edging
Work 2 rows of sc over the center-back 7 stitches for the heel tab. Ch 9 for a short strap, slip stitch back, and sew it to the opposite side. Finish with one round of sage sc around the opening and sole. Weave ends securely; avoid long ties or detachable parts.
Finishing and Care
Check sole measurements, smooth seams, hand wash gently, and air dry. Inspect before each use and supervise baby wear.
Conclusion
A lightweight, washable handmade sandal gift with clear measurements and secure finishing.
Printable Pattern Card
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Project: Easy Crochet Baby Sandals
Skill level: Easy Hook: 4 mm Yarn: DK washable cotton
Finished size: Newborn to 3 months; measure the sole or finished wearable against the listed pattern dimensions.
Card Materials
DK cotton yarn, 4 mm hook, stitch marker, tape measure, yarn needle, and scissors.
Pattern Instructions
- Work the measured sole or foundation and verify each stitch count.
- Shape the upper, toe, heel, cuff, strap, or matching wearable component according to the article instructions.
- Finish with smooth edging, secure woven ends, and measured symmetry.
Finishing
Wash and block to measurement, inspect every seam and attachment, and omit loose buttons, beads, and long ties.
