There’s something incredibly heartwarming about crocheting baby booties. They’re small, quick to make, and full of charm — making them ideal projects whether you’re a beginner looking for an easy start or an experienced crocheter wanting to craft a thoughtful handmade gift. Baby booties are not only practical (keeping tiny toes warm and cozy) but also endlessly customizable. With just a few stitches and some yarn, you can create designs ranging from sweet and delicate to fun and playful.
In this guide, we’ll walk through 6 easy baby booties crochet patterns. Each pattern comes with detailed step-by-step instructions, helpful notes, and variations so you can adjust size, color, and embellishments. By the end, you’ll have a collection of beautiful, wearable baby booties that are sure to impress.
1. Classic Baby Booties with Bow Pattern
Skill level: Beginner–Intermediate (basic stitches + simple shaping)
Finished size: About 3.5–4″ long (fits newborn to 3 months); adjust by changing hook/yarn
Materials
- Worsted weight (#4) cotton or acrylic yarn in two colors (main + contrast for bow)
- Crochet hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- Yarn needle, scissors
Notes
- Worked in the round starting from the sole, then up the sides.
- Bows are crocheted separately and sewn on.
Instructions
Sole:
- Ch 11.
- Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 8 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: sc in next 8 ch, 2 sc in last ch. Join with sl st. (22 sc)
- Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in same st, sc in 8, 2 sc in each of next 3 sts, sc in 8, 2 sc in last 2 sts. Join. (28 sc)
Upper:
4. Round 3: Ch 2, hdc in each st around. (28 hdc)
5. Round 4: Hdc2tog over first 2 sts, hdc in 10, hdc2tog x3, hdc in 10, hdc2tog over last 2 sts. (24 hdc)
6. Round 5: Hdc around. Join.
Bow:
- With contrast yarn, ch 12.
- Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc across. (10 dc)
- Rows 2–3: Ch 2, dc across. Fasten off.
- Wrap yarn around center tightly to form a bow. Sew to front of bootie.
Variation: Replace bow with a button or pom-pom for a playful look.
2. Cozy Fur-Trimmed Baby Booties
Skill level: Intermediate (working with textured yarn)
Finished size: 3.5–4″ long
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn (tan or neutral shade)
- Faux fur yarn or fluffy baby yarn for cuff
- Hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- Yarn needle, scissors, optional wooden button
Notes
- Bootie is worked in continuous rounds.
- Faux fur cuff is added last.
Instructions
Sole & Body:
- Ch 10. Work oval sole as in Pattern #1 (ending with 28 sc).
- Round 3: Work hdc in BLO around for a clean edge.
- Rounds 4–6: Hdc around evenly.
- Round 7: Work decrease shaping — hdc2tog across toe area.
Fur Cuff:
- Attach fur yarn at back.
- Round 1: Sc around evenly.
- Rounds 2–3: Repeat sc for a fluffy trim.
Finishing: Add a button on the side if desired.
Tip: Work cuff loosely — fur yarn hides stitches, so tension doesn’t need to be exact.
3. Bunny Baby Booties
Skill level: Intermediate (applique + shaping)
Finished size: 3.5″ long
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn: pink (main), white (bunny face), small scrap of black
- Hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- Yarn needle, scissors
Notes
- Base worked like Classic Booties.
- Bunny face and ears crocheted separately.
Instructions
Base Bootie: Work same as Classic Baby Booties (through Round 5).
Bunny Face Applique:
- With white, magic ring, ch 2, 10 dc in ring. Join. (10 dc)
- Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew.
- Embroider eyes and nose with black yarn.
Ears (make 2 per bootie):
- With white, ch 6.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, hdc, sc. Fasten off.
- Sew ears to top of applique.
Assembly:
- Sew face appliques to front of booties.
- Add tiny pom-pom on back for bunny tail.
4. Mary Jane Baby Booties
Skill level: Beginner–Intermediate (basic shaping + strap)
Finished size: 3.5–4″ long (fits newborn–3 months)
Materials
- Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn (solid pastel works best — pink, aqua, or lavender)
- Crochet hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- 2 small buttons (safety or flat baby buttons)
- Yarn needle, scissors
Notes
- This pattern mimics the classic “Mary Jane shoe” with a single strap across the instep.
- Bootie is worked from the sole up, then strap added separately.
- Button is sewn on one side, strap fastens on the other.
Instructions
Sole:
- Ch 11.
- Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 8, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on opposite side: sc in 8, 2 sc in last ch. Join. (22 sc)
- Round 2: Ch 1, sc in first st, 2 sc in next, sc in next 8, 2 sc in each of next 3, sc in next 8, 2 sc in last 2. Join. (28 sc)
Sides of Bootie:
4. Round 3: Working in BLO, hdc in each st around. (28 hdc)
5. Rounds 4–5: Hdc evenly around.
Toe Shaping:
6. Round 6: Hdc2tog over first 2 sts, hdc in 10, hdc2tog x3, hdc in 10, hdc2tog. Join. (24 hdc)
7. Round 7: Hdc around to reinforce toe.
Strap:
- At side of bootie, attach yarn with sl st.
- Ch 16.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across. (15 sc)
- Fasten off, leaving tail. Sew strap end securely to opposite side.
Button Closure:
- Sew button to strap base.
- Use first ch-space as buttonhole, or adjust strap length as needed.
Variation: Replace button with a small crocheted flower or bow for extra charm.
5. Baby Booties with Satin Ribbon Tie
Skill level: Beginner (straightforward + decorative ribbon)
Finished size: 3.5–4″ long
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in two colors (pastel main color + white trim)
- Crochet hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- ¼″ satin ribbon, 12–14″ per bootie
- Yarn needle, scissors
Notes
- These booties resemble soft slippers with ribbon laces.
- Ribbon is woven into eyelet round near the ankle.
- Easy to adjust for size by altering chain length of sole.
Instructions
Sole:
- Ch 11.
- Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch, sc in next 8, 3 sc in last ch. On opposite side: sc in 8, 2 sc in last. Join. (22 sc)
- Round 2: Sc in each st, increasing at ends to maintain oval. (28 sc)
Body:
4. Round 3: Hdc in BLO around (forms clean edge).
5. Rounds 4–5: Hdc around evenly.
6. Round 6: Dc around, but ch 1, skip 1 every 4 stitches to create ribbon holes. Join.
Finishing with Ribbon:
- Cut 12–14″ satin ribbon per bootie.
- Weave through dc + ch-1 spaces around ankle.
- Tie neatly into bow at front or side.
Tips:
- To prevent fraying, seal ribbon edges with clear nail polish or gently melt with a lighter.
- Choose ribbon color to contrast with yarn (e.g., white booties with pink ribbon).
Variation: Add a tiny crocheted flower at bow center for decorative flair.
6. Winter-Style Baby Boots
Skill level: Intermediate (taller ankle height + shaping)
Finished size: 4″ long, ankle-high
Materials
- Chunky or bulky yarn (#5) in neutral color (brown, grey, cream)
- Crochet hook: 5.0 mm (H)
- Optional: faux fur yarn for cuff edging
- Yarn needle, scissors
Notes
- These boots are taller than regular booties, designed like mini winter boots.
- Worked in rounds from sole up.
- Can be made unisex depending on yarn color.
Instructions
Sole:
- Ch 10.
- Round 1: Hdc in 2nd ch, hdc in 7, 3 hdc in last. Work opposite side: hdc in 7, 2 hdc in last. Join. (20 hdc)
- Round 2: Work increases at curve ends, hdc evenly across straights. (26 hdc)
Body:
4. Round 3: Working in BLO, hdc in each st around.
5. Rounds 4–6: Hdc evenly around, building height.
Toe Decrease:
6. Round 7: Hdc2tog across toe section (about 6 sts total), hdc evenly across sides and heel. Join. (reduces to 22 sts)
7. Round 8: Hdc evenly to reinforce shaping.
Ankle Extension:
8. Rounds 9–11: Dc in each st around, making cuff taller.
9. Round 12: Fasten off if keeping plain, or switch to faux fur yarn.
Faux Fur Cuff (Optional):
- Attach fur yarn at back.
- Sc loosely in each st around.
- Repeat 2–3 rows until fluffy cuff forms.
Finishing Touches:
- Fold cuff outward for “boot” style.
- Add decorative button on outer side.
Variation: Use two colors — dark for sole, lighter for boot body — to mimic real winter boots.
Conclusion
Baby booties are the perfect crochet project — quick, rewarding, and full of charm. With these six easy patterns, you can create everything from classic bows to playful bunnies and cozy winter boots. Each design is customizable, so whether you’re using pastel shades for a newborn gift or bold colors for fun, you’ll end up with adorable little booties that will be treasured by parents and loved by babies.
