Crochet Toddler Strap Shoes

Before we get to the pattern, I want to tell you that this is the first successful pattern that I have written on my own. If there is something that you don't understand, please leave a comment. I searched all over the web for a crochet pattern for toddler shoes. No, these aren't meant to wear outside in the grass or when it is raining. These are more like house slippers or photo prop shoes. I made these to go with an outfit that I am making for my daughter for Christmas. I tried them on her so I know they fit! :)

Toddler Strap Shoes/snow boots.
*These were made to fit my daughter who is 2.5 and in a size 8 shoe. These will fit shoe size 8-9. I will be listing another pattern that is pretty much the same except it will have longer straps and will be longer in the leg part. You may sell the items made with this pattern but please link back to Hooker Love Crafts.

Supplies:
-Yarn of your color. You can use one or two colors.
-Size H hook
-4 buttons
-Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)

Stitches used:
Ch = Chain
Sts = Stitches
St = Stitch
Sl St = Slip Stitch
Sc = Single Crochet
HDC = Half Double Crochet
DC2tog = Double Crochet Two Together

*Note: At the end of every round, take out the stitch marker. 

Right Foot:
Sole:
-Ch 18
Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook (add stitch marker-optional), sc in next 15 chs, 5 sc in last ch. Working down the adjacent side (opposite side) of ch, sc in next 15 chs, 2 sc in last ch; join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 16 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 5 sc, hdc around, 2 hdc in last 2 sts; join with sl st to first hdc.
Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 18 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc around, 2 sc in last 2 sts,; join with sl st to first sc.
Round 4: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 20 sts, 2 hdc in next sts, hdc around, 2 hdc in last 2 sts; join with sl st to first hdc.

Sides: (add color of your choice)
Round 5: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in each around; join.
Round 6: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in each around; join.
Round 7: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 17 sts, (dc2tog) 9 times, sc around; join.
Round 8: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 15 sts, (dc2tog) 7 times, hdc around; join.
Round 9: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 12 sts, (dc2tog) 6 times, sc around; join.
Round 10: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 10 sts, (dc2tog) 6 times, hdc around; join.
Round 11: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 9 sts, (dc2tog) 4 times, sc around; join.
Round 12: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc around; join, fasten off. Turn shoe inside out.

Straps:
Round 13: Count 12 from last sl st (where you fastened off at) toward the right, with the toe facing you. Add stitch marker in the 12th st. Add yarn in 12th st. Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and down ch, sc in same st where your stitch marker is, sc in next 25 (leave 3 sts in front unworked)
Round 14: Ch 2, turn, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 32, skip one sts (this will make the button hole), hdc in next 2 sts. (If 32 is not the correct number, just make sure you hdc around, leaving 3 sts unworked so you can do your button hole).
Round 15: Ch 1, turn, sc in same stitch (add stitch marker), sc around.
Round 16: Ch 2, turn, hdc in same stitch (add stitch marker), hdc next 28 sts, DO NOT HDC INTO THE STRAP!!!
Round 17: Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and down ch, sc in same st where you started your ch, sc around.
Round 18: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc around. Leave next 3 sts, skip 1, hdc in last 2.
Round 19: Ch 1, sc around, fasten off. Weave in ends.

Add buttons where it will fit the child. 


Left foot:

Sole:
-Ch 18
Round 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook (add stitch marker-optional), sc in next 15 chs, 5 sc in last ch. Working down the adjacent side (opposite side) of ch, sc in next 15 chs, 2 sc in last ch; join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 16 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 5 sc, hdc around, 2 hdc in last 2 sts; join with sl st to first hdc.
Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 18 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc around, 2 sc in last 2 sts,; join with sl st to first sc.
Round 4: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 20 sts, 2 hdc in next sts, hdc around, 2 hdc in last 2 sts; join with sl st to first hdc.

Sides: (add color of your choice)
Round 5: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in each around; join.
Round 6: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in each around; join.
Round 7: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 17 sts, (dc2tog) 9 times, sc around; join.
Round 8: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 15 sts, (dc2tog) 7 times, hdc around; join.
Round 9: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 12 sts, (dc2tog) 6 times, sc around; join.
Round 10: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc in next 10 sts, (dc2tog) 6 times, hdc around; join.
Round 11: Ch 1, sc in same st (add stitch marker), sc in next 9 sts, (dc2tog) 4 times, sc around; join.
Round 12: Ch 2, hdc in same st (add stitch marker), hdc around; join, fasten off. Turn shoe inside out.

Straps:
Coming soon!

Cute little girl outfit with free crochet patterns

Another outfit that I made for a baby shower! It was a huge hit! Instead of adding buttons, I just made three bows. One for the diaper cover and two for the slippers. Find the patterns below!

Go HERE for the bootie pattern. Note: You have to download the pattern. It's a pdf file. 
Go HERE for the diaper cover pattern.
Go HERE for the headband pattern. Note: This video is for an adult! I just decreased the number of ch's to fit a newborn! You can also make the bow a bit smaller by doing the same thing. Just decrease to number of ch's, or use a smaller hook. 

Happy Hooking!

Mickey Mouse outfit with links to free patterns!

I made this cute little outfit as a baby shower gift! It's perfect for those first newborn pictures! The diaper cover adjusts so that it can fit up to 9 months. My son is 10 months and he can fit in it perfectly. She used someone else's pattern and adjusted it a little. I added a tail also! I didn't add it before I took this picture so that's why you can't see it.

Pattern for tail:
Ch 35 (41 for a longer tail)
Row 1: Sc in 2nd from hook, sc across, ch 1, turn
Row 2: Sc across, fasten off, leave long tail for sewing.
Turn the diaper cover over and under the strap, find the middle. Sew the tail on. Weave ends in the tail!

To find the pattern for the diaper cover, go HERE
To find the pattern for the hat, go HERE

These patterns also includes the Minnie Mouse patterns! They are absolutely adorable!

Cute little newborn elf hat with link to free pattern!

This pattern was a bit tricky at first but I figured it out after a whole day of trying! In the pattern that I used, it said to fpdc. I am brand new at this so when I tried it, I couldn't get it right so I just hdc'ed for three more rows! I think it turned out pretty good for my first time trying this pattern. This is a must for my little boy and girls to wear for Christmas pictures!

You can find the pattern HERE.

HERE you can find a video of how to FPDC.

Cute little Owl and Angry Bird Hat (with a link to free pattern)

These were my first try of making these hats! The owl hat is perfect for that little girl or adults with a fascination with owls (as you can clearly see I have!)

The Angry Bird hat is my favorite! I had so much fun making it, and it took me only a few hours! It's so fast and easy! The right eye brow looks a little wonk because of the way the hat was sitting, but it is pure perfection! I made this for a little boy who loves Angry Birds! The nose is different from the pattern.

My nose pattern: (for the Angry Bird hat)
**For a small nose to fit a child's size hat**
Ch 6
Row 1: Sc in 1st ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn
Row 2. Sc decrease, sc next 2, sc decrease, ch 1, turn
Row 3. 2 sc decreases, ch 1, turn
Row 4. Sc decrease, fasten off, leave long tail for sewing.

**For a larger nose for an adult size hat**
Ch 10
Row 1: Sc in 1st ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn
Row 2: Sc decrease, sc next 6, sc decrease, ch 1, turn
Row 3: Sc decrease, sc next 4, sc decrease, ch 1, turn
Row 4: Sc decrease, sc next 2, sc decrease, ch 1, turn
Row 5: 2 sc decreases, ch 1, turn
Row 6: Sc decrease, fasten off, leave long tail fro sewing.


You can find links to both patterns below.

For sizes newborn-adult owl hat, go HERE.
For child-adult size Angry Bird hat, go HERE

Owl Coffee Mug Cover: Free Patterns

I made this cute little owl mug by using two different patterns! I just have to say, this is my favorite item, yet! With the button to hold it in place in the back, it's the PERFECT coffee mug cover! I'm in love. You can find both patterns using the links below. Happy hooking! 

Go HERE to get the pattern for the mug wrap!
Go HERE to get the pattern for the eyes and beak!