Free Crochet Baby Booties Pattern From A Rectangle

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Make this super cute baby booties crochet pattern that is made from a simple rectangle without a complicated shaping. Make these cute crochet booties for the new arrival!


Looking for an adorable and practical project to crochet? These free baby booties patterns are just what you need!

Whether youā€™re crafting for a baby shower, a new arrival in your family, or simply want a quick and heartwarming gift, baby booties are the perfect choice.

Theyā€™re small, sweet, and oh-so-fun to make, plus theyā€™re a wonderful way to use up leftover yarn.

In this blog post, Iā€™ll guide you through an easy-to-follow crochet pattern thatā€™s perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.

Grab your hooks, pick your favorite soft yarn, and letā€™s create something special for the little ones in your life!

baby booties crochet pattern

Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

ā€‹I am excited to bring you this free crochet pattern that would make the perfect gift for little feet!

This great pattern is easy to make and works up quickly so you can make that last-minute baby shower gift really special.

What makes this baby booties pattern extra beginner-friendly is its simplicityā€”these booties are made entirely from rectangles!

Thatā€™s right, there are no complicated increases or decreases to worry about. If you can crochet a basic rectangle, you can make these booties with ease.

The magic happens in how the rectangle is folded and seamed, creating a snug, adorable fit for tiny feet.

Itā€™s a stress-free project thatā€™s perfect for anyone looking to build confidence in their crochet skills while making something irresistibly cute!

This easy crochet baby booties pattern uses basic crochet stitches so it is perfect for a beginner skill level.

These adorable crochet baby shoes can be made in different sizes too after making a couple of super simple adjustments.

baby booties free crochet pattern

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Materials

Tension/Gauge

15 hdc x 8 rows = 10 x 10 cm/ 4 x 4 inch

Finished Size

8 cm/3.15 inch length x 6 cm/2.4 inch width

One of the best features of this baby booties pattern is how easy it is to customize the size! Since the booties are made from simple rectangles, adjusting the dimensions is a breeze.

Whether youā€™re crocheting for a newborn, an infant, or even a toddler, you can easily tweak the length and width of the rectangle to create the perfect fit.

This flexibility makes the pattern versatile and ideal for gifting, ensuring a snug and cozy fit for tiny feet of all sizes.

free tutorial on how to make newborn crochet shoes

Stitches And Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)

ch – chain stitch

hdc – half double crochet

hdc tlo – half double crochet worked through third loop only

sc – single crochet

rev sc – reverse single crochet (aka crab stitch)

sl st – slip stitch

Yarn Substitutes

The best yarn you can use is a durable yarn that is soft for baby feet but also low maintenance and machine washable.

Here are some wool yarns alternatives to the original yarn I have used. Premium acrylic yarns would also make a great substitute.

  • Paintbox Yarns 100% Wool Worsted Superwash – Oekotex certified, this classic twist yarn in 100g balls, is a fantastic price for pure wool. Made from 100% superwash wool means you can machine wash on a wool cycle
  • Cascade 220 – 100% Peruvian highland wool, this glorious yarn crochets up as a worsted-to-aran weight, suitable for any aran pattern.

Cotton Alternatives

If wool or acrylic are not the type of yarn you want to use, here are some cotton alternatives:

  • Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton – The 24/7 Cotton is an everyday dream come true. This yarn is 100% mercerised cotton and is great for clothes, accessories, home textiles, things for the baby, toys for the kids, and pets.
  • Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Solids – Lily Sugar and Cream The Original Solids is a natural, soft and absorbent aran weight yarn of 100% cotton, that comes in a range of rich and delicious solid shades.
crochet baby shoes from rectangle

Baby Booties Crochet Pattern Notes

  • the booties are crocheted in rows using simple crochet stitches including half double crochet stitch worked through the third loop at the back (aka camel stitch)
  • the booties are made up of a flat piece of fabric and the size is suitable for newborn booties or 3-6 months size
  • you will sew the piece together to form the booties along the long edge to create the sole and sew the opening at the back of the heel
  • these adorable baby booties are then finished off with a round of reverse single crochet (aka crab stitch) around the opening
  • to adjust the length of the sole, increase /decrease the number of stitches on the foundation chain
  • to adjust the width, add/take away an equal number of rows from sections 1, 2, and 3 of the rectangle.
  • you can look up the length and width of foot on Craft Yarn Council Website HERE.
back view of baby shoes

Baby Booties Crochet Pattern & Step-by-step Video Tutorial

I have also filmed a step by step video tutorial. You can watch it right here on the blog by pressing the play button below. (Please note if you are using ad blocker the video will not show up for you)

You can also watch the video over on my YouTube Channel, CLICK HERE.

Baby Booties Written Crochet Pattern & Step-by-step Photo Tutorial

To make this pattern even easier to follow, Iā€™ve included step-by-step photos to guide you through every stage of the process!

Whether youā€™re a visual learner or just want to double-check your work along the way, these pictures will show you exactly how to fold, seam, and shape your rectangle into the perfect pair of baby booties.

With clear instructions and detailed visuals, youā€™ll feel confident tackling this project from start to finishā€”no guesswork required!

With 5 mm hook chain 14.

Row 1: starting in 3rd ch from hook (missed 2 ch counts as first st), 1 hdc to end, turn. [13 hdc]

Row 2 – 5: 1 ch (doesnā€™t count as st here and throughout), 1 hdc tlo across, turn. [13 sts]

Row 6: 1 ch, work 6 hdc tlo, turn leaving remaining sts unworked. [6 sts]

baby booties crochet pattern row 6

Row 7: 1 ch, hdc tlo to end, turn. [6 sts]

Row 8: 1 ch, hdc tlo to end, chain 8 and turn. [6 sts]

baby booties crochet pattern row 8

Row 9: starting in 3rd ch from hook, work 1 hdc into each ch across the chain just made, then continue across the sts from Row 8 working hdc tlo to end, turn. [13 sts]

baby booties crochet pattern row 9

Row 10 – 14: 1 ch, 1 hdc tlo across, turn. [13 sts]

How to sew rectangle into crochet baby booties

Fold the rectangle in half across the dotted line and line up the stitches from the last row with the stitches on the underside of the foundation chain.

finished rectangle for baby booties crochet pattern
crochet baby booties together

Using slip stitches, crochet the two ends together.

crochet the sole of baby booties together

Then continue across the heel flap and crochet or sew together with a yarn needle.

crocheting the heel flap of baby booties together

Finally, fold the front together and crochet or sew together with a yarn needle.

front foot of baby booties
sew up the front of baby booties

Sew in all yarn tail ends and turn right side out.

baby booties sewn up

Join yarn in last stitch at the back of the boot and work reverse single crochet into each stitch around the opening.

baby booties crochet pattern cuff

Then fasten off and sew in all ends.

sewn up shoe

Your baby booties are finished! Happy crocheting!

top view of crochet baby booties

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed this free pattern for crochet baby booties that would make a great gift for a new baby. If you think your crafty friends will like this pair of booties too, why not share it with them?

You might also like these crochet patterns:

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