Very Easy Crochet Baby Shoes Tutorial (Step by Step Written Pattern)

Looking for a very easy crochet baby shoes pattern that beginners can confidently follow? This step-by-step tutorial explains how to crochet soft, comfortable baby booties using a simple oval sole method.

This pattern is perfect for:

Beginner crocheters
Baby shower gifts
Handmade baby footwear
Crochet items for selling or gifting

The pattern is explained slowly and clearly in the video, and this blog contains the full written crochet pattern based purely on the video instructions.

Materials Required

4 ply medium weight acrylic yarn (any color)
4.5 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Button (optional – for strap)

You may use any yarn of your choice. Always select a hook size that suits your yarn thickness.

Baby Shoe Size Guide (As Explained in Video)

Chain 6 – Smaller baby size
Chain 8 – Up to 1 year baby (used in this tutorial)
Chain 8+ – Can fit up to 2 years with thicker yarn

Crochet Abbreviations Used

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet
hdc – half double crochet
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 stitches in same stitch)
dec – decrease

Crochet Baby Shoes – Written Pattern

SOLE – Row 1

Make a slip knot
Chain 8
Chain 2 (counts as first dc)
In the 8th chain from hook, make 2 dc (total 3 dc)
Make 1 dc in each next chain – total 6 dc on one side
In the last chain, make 6 dc (this forms the curve)
Turn work and work 1 dc on top of the previous stitches
Again, in the starting chain, make 3 dc
Slip stitch to join

You should now see an oval-shaped sole.

SOLE – Row 2

Chain 2
In same stitch, make 1 dc (first increase)
Make 2 more increases in next stitches
Make 1 dc in each of the next 6 stitches
In the curved section, make 2 dc in each of the next 6 stitches
Make 1 dc in each of the next 6 stitches
In the last 3 stitches, make increases (2 dc in each)
Slip stitch to close

At the end of this row, the oval sole becomes wider and balanced.

SOLE – Row 3 (Back Loop Only)

Chain 2
Work 1 dc in each stitch, back loop only
No increases in this row
Slip stitch to close

This row creates a clear separation between the sole and upper part of the shoe.

UPPER – Row 4

Chain 1 (does not count as stitch)
Make 12 sc
Make 2 hdc
Make 4 dc decreases (front shaping)
Make 2 hdc
Make 12 sc
Slip stitch to join

This row starts forming the toe and front curve of the shoe.

UPPER – Row 5

Make 1 sc decreases
Make 10 sc
Make 2 hdc
Make 2 dc decreases
Make 2 hdc
Make 10 sc
Make 1 sc decreases
Slip stitch, chain 1 and cut yarn

The basic baby shoe shape is now complete.

Decoration & Strap (Optional)

You can decorate the shoe with:

Small crochet flower
Bow applique
Teddy or any motif

Button Strap

Insert yarn at center side of shoe
Chain until strap reaches other side
Make 3–4 chains for button hole
Continue sc along chain
Slip stitch and fasten off

Sew a matching button on the opposite side and weave in all ends neatly.

Watch the Full Video Tutorial

For complete visual guidance, watch the full step-by-step video tutorial.

Final Notes

✔ Make two identical shoes for a complete pair ✔ Adjust chain length for different sizes ✔ Soft yarn works best for babies

If you enjoyed this pattern, don’t forget to try it and share your feedback in the comments. Happy Crocheting ❤️

Crochet Baby Shoes Tutorial