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25 Easy Crochet Baby Booties for Beginners

January 16, 2023 By stitch11 Leave a Comment

When new babies come into our lives, we want to shower them with all sorts of adorable, crocheted items, such as baby blankets, booties, and hats.
Crochet baby booties are one of the most popular and quickest to make baby gifts, and there are lots of options for keeping little feet warm. If you love crocheting baby items, then these easy crochet baby booties for beginners patterns will surely keep you busy!

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What are Baby Booties?

Baby booties (sometimes spelled bootees) are short, boot-like socks that are soft and warm. They can be knit or crocheted and are sized for newborns up to babies of about a year in age.

They can be worked flat, folded, and seamed to make a foot shape or worked in rounds.

Are Baby Booties Socks?

Although they may look like socks, baby booties are not socks nor are they shoes. They usually are a little bigger than socks and would not fit inside shoes.

Usually, booties are meant to be worn instead of socks or shoes for babies who do not yet know how to walk. In some designs, crochet booties will have gripper bottoms so babies can wear them when they’re practicing walking.

What Yarn Should I Use for Baby Booties?

As with other crochet projects, you can use just about any yarn you like to crochet baby booties. Baby items often use thinner yarn, and it’s a great idea to choose a yarn that is soft to the touch because these will be worn without other socks underneath.

Most new moms and dads also appreciate baby items that are machine washable, so check the label of any yarn you choose to make sure the care instructions are easy to follow.

What Other Materials Do I Need?

You will need a corresponding crochet hook in the hook size suggested in the crochet baby pattern you want to use, which will depend on the weight of the yarn used.

It’s a great idea to purchase a set of crochet hooks so that you have all the crochet hook sizes you might need, or you can purchase the sizes you need as you need them.

In addition to yarn and hook, you’ll need a measuring tape to ensure your booties are the correct size. You might want a stitch marker for marking the end of the round if you are making a bootie pattern that is worked in rounds.

Scissors and a yarn needle are always essential for finishing projects, but since many booties are sewn up after crocheting, you’ll definitely need one for these projects.

How Long Does It Take to Crochet Baby Booties?

Most baby booties are made with basic crochet stitches. If you are a beginner, then you can create a pair in no time. For advanced beginners who already know how to make the basic crochet stitches, it will take about an hour to crochet a pair of baby booties.

This of course depends on the size of the bootie you are making and the weight of yarn you are using. Projects worked in (4) worsted weight yarn will go a lot faster than those worked in (2) sport or baby yarn.

Crochet Stitches Used in Baby Booties

While baby booties may seem intimidating because of their construction methods, they’re actually pretty quick and easy projects that often use basic crochet stitches.

To do these cute garments, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with crochet stitches like chain (ch), single crochet (sc), slip stitch, half double crochet (hdc), and double crochet stitch (dc) as they are the most common stitches used in making baby booties.

If you need a little help with any of these techniques, or anything in the pattern you choose doesn’t make sense, take a look at our Crochet Fundamentals workshop. This video collection will teach you all the basics of crochet so you can make booties, or anything else, quickly and easily.

Easy Crochet Baby Booties for Beginners

So, now that you know the basic crochet stitches and the essentials you need for crocheting baby booties, get your yarns and hooks ready, and check out these awesome easy crochet baby booties for beginners patterns that you can try today!

Newborn Baby Booties

Easy Crochet Baby Booties Pattern

Designer: Okie Girl Bling ‘n Things
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted

This baby bootie crochet pattern is so easy, anyone can do it. If you are a beginner in crochet, this pattern is perfect for practicing your crochet skills. They’re worked in rounds and mostly using single crochet stitches.

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Parker Crochet Booties

Designer: Sewrella
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

These cute little booties are easy to make and are named after the creator’s son, Parker! You can choose to crochet these booties alone or add a diaper cover to match them.

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Winter Snowflake Crochet Baby Booties

Designer: Croby Patterns
Yarn weight: (5) Bulky
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Bulky

These sweet little boots are extra cozy and super-fast to stitch since they’re made with bulky yarn. They’re the perfect booties to keep your little warm this winter or for baby shower gifts!

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Cocoa Baby Booties

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

These ankle crochet baby boots are inspired by the warm tones of autumn. This is a beginner pattern that you’ll surely love crocheting, and two sizes are available for newborns and older babies.

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Super Easy Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Adore Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted

This Super Easy Baby Booties Crochet Pattern is perfect for beginner crocheters! These quick and easy crochet baby booties are crocheted flat and shaped through some well-placed seams.

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0-3 Months Old Baby Booties Patterns

Baby Bean Booties

Designer: Creative Crochet Corner
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Comfy Worsted

These cute baby booties are a great addition to your baby’s wardrobe! The puff stitches add a lot of texture and give them a different look from a lot of booties out there. You can make them for newborns up to 12 months old.

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Sheepskin Style Baby Bootie Crochet Pattern

Designer: The Wonder Forest Blog
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

This is one of the cutest crochet baby boot patterns out there! These booties are cozy, cute, and really quick to whip up. To add the trim, use fuzzy or chenille yarn. They resemble tiny sheepskin boots once they’re done and are an adorable baby shower gift to give!

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person holding crochet cuffed baby booties

Easy Baby Cuffed Booties Free Pattern

Designer: Crochet Crosia Home
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier DK Colors

These sweet slippers have so many cute details, from the two-color styling to beads, a turned down cuff, and that tiny pom-pom. Stitch these up to bling your baby or wow at your next baby shower.

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Easy Peasy Lemon Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Mel Crochets
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Ewe Ewe Heather's Heathers Worsted Weight Merino

This baby bootie is the cutest! It’s designed to look like a yellow lemon and has a leaf as the button to secure your little one’s feet. This is a super sage option, too, since there’s no button to pull off and become a choking hazard.

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crochet vintage mary jane baby booties with floral

Vintage Mary Jane Baby Booties Pattern

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

It’s everyone’s favorite Mary Jane shoes with a sweet floral twist! This pattern is easy to follow, and your little shoes will be done in no time.

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3-6 Months Old Baby Booties Patterns

Basic Baby Booties

Designer: Love Life Yarn
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

These adorable shoe-like baby booties even have a little tie-on top. They’re one of the cutest pairs I’ve seen, and you’ll love them too!

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Pink Lady Baby Booties Pattern

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

Give a baby girl some sweet, feminine booties with this quick and easy pattern. Or leave off the lace portion and you’ve got a great basic bootie any baby is sure to love.

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Baby Moccasin Boots Crochet Pattern

Designer: Whistle & Ivy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Si mply Soft

These booties are soft and warm, the best baby booties for winter. This pattern also comes in different sizes so you can create more pairs as your baby grows.

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crochet converse sneakers inspired hanging on a branch

Baby Converse Crochet Pattern

Designer: Loopysue Designs, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Red Heart With Love

Make your little one their first pair of kicks with these crochet baby shoes inspired by classic Converse sneakers. You can even make them the same color as your favorite pair so you can match.

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Laced-up Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Crochet Crosia
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton DK

These little booties look like sneakers, down to the tiny laces. If you love the two-color look, this designer also has a sweater and hat in the same style so you can stitch a whole matching ensemble.

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6-12 Months Old Baby Booties Crochet Patterns

Fairy Blossom Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Hopeful Honey
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: DROPS Muskat

They’re vibrant in color and so fun to stitch. These little crochet slippers are so cute with the flower embellishment, but you can leave it off if you’d rather. Either way they’re a quick, easy, and adorable project for older babies.

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Crochet Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Jo to the World
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft

This pattern offers options for newborns up to one-year-olds, with the smaller booties worked with a lighter weight yarn. For older babies, worsted weight yarn is used to make these little boots in a flash.

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Bitty Mocs Modern Crochet Baby Booties Pattern

Designer: Whistle & Ivy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Heartland

These cute modern crochet baby booties would be perfect for both baby boys and girls. There are three sizes available from newborn to one-year-old. Use scraps for the ties and soles to give a contrasting look.

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Rain Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Croby Patterns
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar’n Cream

This pattern is very simple and easy to do. There are no complicated stitches at all in these sweet little rain boot-inspired booties.

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Rainbow Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice

We love the colors of the rainbow, and here you can add them all to your crocheted baby booties. This pattern is super easy to follow but turns out adorable!

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Bonus Crochet Shoes and Sandals

Super Fast Baby Shoes

Designer: Crochet Crosia
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Premier Yarns Premier Anti-Pilling Everyday DK

Baby booties aren’t the only kind of footwear you can make for a baby. Consider these super easy crocheted sandals for a summer baby.

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Bitty Bow Baby Sandals Crochet Pattern

Designer: Whistle & Ivy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Mighty Stitch

These bowed baby sandals are easy to do and the cutest once you’ve assembled all the parts. They use such a small amount of yarn you can use leftovers from other projects to make these.

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Crochet Baby Booties Green Zebra Pattern

Designer: Croby Patterns
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Sirdar Hayfield Bonus

This two-colored baby bootie pattern is easy to follow. They’re mostly worked in single crochet and half double crochet, so the only skill you need to master is changing the colors, which isn’t really hard at all.

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Crochet Baby Moccasins Pattern

Designer: Megmade with Love
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft

Moccasins are everywhere these days, and these baby booties are perfect! They’re easy to follow and quick to finish.

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Crochet Baby Vans Pattern

Designer: Fluffy Stitches
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran

These Vans-inspired baby crochet shoes are a wonderful idea and so, so cute! If you love Vans and already have a pair, you can crochet one for your baby to match outfits with!

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Are You New to Crochet and Need Extra Help Crocheting Booties?

Many of these patterns are great for beginners, but if you need help understanding what the pattern is asking you to do or just need a refresher in the basics, our Crochet Fundamentals course is for you.

This collection of quick video tutorials covers holding your hook and your yarn, making basic stitches, terms like front loop and back loop, increasing and decreasing, and so much more. It’s everything you need to know to get started crocheting and to keep going on the right track, so your finished projects end up looking as good as the photos you find online.

If you'd like some more inspiration for crochet patterns, take a peek at some of my other blog pages here: 47 Fantastic Crochet Slippers Patterns

Newborn – Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

December 10, 2017 By stitch11 16 Comments

Awww… we're sure your little one will be the most adorable wherever they are with this hat! This soft and snug head accessory doesn't take that much time to make so you can make multiple colors then mix and match with their onesies! If you'd like to know how it's made, scroll along for the pattern or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

I have exciting news! As many of you know from my very personal post, Gods Timing, my husband and I have struggled with fertility. To my little family's surprise, WE ARE EXPECTING!!! My 6-year-old daughter is beyond thrilled. My 15-year-old stepson is a little… eh, it's another girl… He might be feeling a bit outnumbered 😉 but we could not be happier!!

What does this mean for Stitch11? Well, when I first taught myself crochet in 2012, my daughter was already a 1 year old. So… I've always kind of struggled with the Newborn/Baby themed patterns. Not anymore! 😉

For my first crochet hat designed with my baby girl in mind, I wanted to make a double knot beanie. I want a newborn size, but keep in mind the size my older daughter was when she was born. I wanted to make sure this hat will easily stretch to fit a newborn with that not so little head.

If you enjoy crocheting toys for the little people in your life, check out these incredibly cute stuffies in the Crochet Anything with Hexagons class.

Double Knot Beanie Crochet Pattern

Beanie measures 6.5 inches wide – for 13″ circumference while allowing stretching and growing room.
Beanie measures 5.25 inches tall.

Supplies
Red Heart Super Saver – Medium Weight
H – 5 mm crochet hook
Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Stitches
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
Slip Stitch
DC – Double Crochet
3 HDC Popcorn Stitch
FPSC – Front Post Single Crochet

How to crochet the 3 HDC Popcorn Stitch
-Work 3 half double crochet (hdc) stitches in the same stitch.
-Drop the loop from your hook.
-Insert your hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first half double crochet of the group.
-Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch.

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To start this beanie, we will make the CH for the top of the hat and the knots portion first.

Step 1: CH 46. Join to first CH.

Step 2: CH 14. Turn. Skip 1 CH. SC into next 13 CH.

Step 3: Slip stitch into next CH from starting CH.

Step 4: CH 1. Turn. SC back up, into each of the next 13 SC.

Step 5: CH 1. Turn. SC back down, into each of the next 13 SC.

Step 6: Slip stitch into next CH from starting CH.

Step 7: Folding the starting CH flat, Slip stitch together the two sides, through the top loops of next 20 CH.

Step 8: Repeat steps 2-7.

Working in the bottom loops of starting CH, you will now work in the round. Round 1, in my opinion, maybe the hardest round of the pattern, only because you have to identify the bottom loops of the starting CH. Just remember they are on the opposite side as the slip stitch you joined the CH together with. Trust yourself, you got this!!

Round 1: Slip stitch into the 1st (nearest) bottom loop of starting CH. CH 1. SC into same loop and into each of the next 45 loops. Join to first SC. (46 SC)

Round 2: CH 1. SC into each stitch around. Join to first SC. (46 SC)
Round 3: CH 1. HDC into first SC. Popcorn Stitch into next SC. *HDC into next SC. Popcorn Stitch into next SC. Repeat from * around. Join to first HDC. (46 stitches)
Rounds 4-17: Repeat rounds 2 and 3 seven more times.
Round 18: CH 1. SC into each stitch around. Join to first SC. (46 SC)
Round 19: CH 1. FPSC around each SC. Join to first FPSC. (46 FPSC)
Finish off and weave in your ends.
Tie a knot on both sides of the top of the beanie.

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If you love this hat, why not check out more of my patterns for little ones:

Child Size Fox Hat

Crochet Baby Duck

Double The Fun – Double The Flop Hat

Huggy Bunny

Elf Stocking Hat – All Sizes

December 1, 2016 By stitch11 10 Comments

Elf Stocking Hat - All Sizes

I am excited to share with you my first attempt at including all sizes at once! Please show me your finished pieces so I know I did my job correctly. Enjoy this fun & free Elf Stocking Hat crochet pattern by Stitch11!

Supplies
I/9 – 5.5 mm Crochet Hook
Medium/Worsted Weight – Red Heart Super Saver
Color A – Neon Red
Color B – Neon Green
Color C – Purple
Color D – Dark Red
Yarn Needle for weaving in your ends.

Stitches and Terms
Magic Circle
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
Join – join using a slip stitch.
FPDC – Front Post Double Crochet
FPSC – Front Post Single Crochet

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Joyful Star Teething Ring

July 6, 2016 By stitch11 1 Comment

I have joined together with the Red Heart Joy Creators to celebrate Christmas in July. (Which also happens to be my BIRTHDAY! Woohoo!)

We were wanting to run with the theme “joy”. What better way to celebrate a joyful Christmas in July than giving a Joyful Star Teething Ring to a fussy teething baby nearest & dearest to you!? (say that 5 times fast)

Below, you will see how to purchase the all natural teething rings. I REALLY love these! I can imagine this project selling like CRAZY at craft fairs. They will be great for baby showers and surprise gifts for babies suffering from teething pain.
I have also fallen in LOVE with the Red Heart Baby Hugs yarn. It's soft, works up clean, and is easy on your hands. Perfect for hooking up projects for babies. This yarn would also be great for amigurumi and could possibly completely replace your “go to” medium weight yarn!

Be sure to check out the other Red Heart Joy Creators of this fun celebration. The list will be located bellow the pattern.

Supplies
Baby Hugs – Red Heart (Medium Weight)
5 mm crochet hook
Natural Wooden Teething Rings
Yarn Needle

Stitches Used
Magic Circle
Slip Stitch
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
TRE – Treble Crochet

Let's crochet the star!
Make Two.

Round 1: Magic circle. CH 1. 10 DC into magic circle. Join to top of first DC.
Round 2: CH 1. 2 DC into each DC around. Join to first DC.
Round 3: *CH 5. Skip 1 CH. SC into next CH. HDC into next CH. DC into next CH. TRE into next CH. Skip 2 stitches. Slip stitch into next 2 stitches. Repeat from * around.
Round 4: *HDC up next 4 CH (side of star point). 3 SC into tip of star point. HDC into next 4 stitches (down other side of star point). Slip stitch into next 2 stitches. Repeat from * 4 more times.
Finish off. Weave in your ends.

Piece for connecting to teething ring
Using a contrasting color.

Row 1: CH 3. Skip 1 CH. HDC into next 2 CH.
Row 2-8: CH 1. Turn. HDC into next 2 stitches.

Fold piece around your teething ring. join both ends together.
CH 1, Turn, SC through both ends into the next 2 stitches, attaching them.
Finish off and weave in your ends.

Using your yarn needle, embroider a happy face on your joyful star.

Using your yarn needle, attach the stars together with the Whip Stitch. At the tip of one star point, you will want to tuck in the end of the piece attached to the teething ring. You will attach the star together directly though this piece.

Be sure to check out all the other Red Heart Joy Creators that are celebrating Christmas in July!
Wednesday, July 6: Stitch11
Friday, July 8: Jessie at Home
Monday, July 11: Beatrice Ryan Designs
Wednesday, July 13: Snappy Tots
Friday, July 15: ELK Studio
Monday, July 18: Marly Bird
Wednesday, July 20: Myhobbyiscrochet
Friday, July 22: Oombawka Design
Monday, July 25: Simply Collectible
Wednesday, July 27: Cre8tion Crochet
Friday, July 29: Pattern Paradise

Infant Bow Tie – Free Crochet Pattern

November 11, 2015 By stitch11 13 Comments

Infant Bow Tie Crochet Pattern

Stitches Used
CH – Chain
Slip Stitch
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet

Supplies
Medium/worsted weight yarn
5 MM crochet hook
Yarn needle
Small button (about 1 CM)

The Bow
Row 1: CH 25. Turn. Skip 1 CH. **DC in next 3 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. SC in next 2 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. DC in next 3 stitches. Repeat from ** one more time.
Row 2: CH 1, turn. **DC in next 3 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. SC in next 2 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. DC in next 3 stitches. Repeat from ** one more time.
Row 3: CH 1, turn. **DC in next 3 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. SC in next 2 stitches. HDC in next 2 stitches. DC in next 3 stitches. Repeat from ** one more time.
Finish off leaving a long tail. Weave the ends together. The SC stitches from each row should fold over to be on top of one another in the center of the bow. Leaving the DC stitches on the sides of the bow.
Weave your yarn end towards the center of the bow. Wrap it around the center of the bow a few times.. Do not cut the remaining yarn off. You will use this to attach the bow to the band.
The Band
Make a CH that is 12-13 inches long. If you need to adjust the size, measure the neck and add about 2 inches. Keep in mind that this band will be adjustable. The button can slide between any stitch.
Turn, skip 1 CH and HDC into each of the remaining chains.
Finish off leaving a long enough tail to attach a button to the end.
Attach the bow to the center.

Optical Illusion Baby Blanket

August 25, 2015 By stitch11 5 Comments

This isn't your average granny square blanket! Get to work on this small masterpiece and make in any color you like! Scroll down for the complete free pattern or get the ad-free, printable PDF here.

optical illusion baby blanket- free crochet pattern on Stitch11

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The Optical Illusion Baby Blanket is designed for my new baby cousin Gracie. But, with a change of colors, you can customize this free blanket crochet pattern for any baby or even change up the size!

What I love about this pattern is you can take individual squares and seam them together to make a full blanket. I can also teach you how to take rectangles and hexagons and crochet almost any pattern. My video course Crocheting Anything with Rectangles and Crocheting Anything with Hexagons will help you master the skills you need to use basic shapes to stitch together larger patterns! You are going to love these courses and how easy they are! Check them out now and learn free for 2 days.

NOTE- You can choose to use the joining method and “join as you go” to minimize your yarn ends for weaving in. I didn't do this.. because I wasn't sure how I was going to join until after I finished the squares. But using and learning the Scallop Join, made me realize I could have saved time and yarn by just doing it before finishing off the yarn after the last round of each square.

To crochet the Optical Illusion Baby Blanket, you will need to crochet you desired amount of THIS SQUARE PATTERN. I made 12.

The first edging before joining your squares.
Join yarn to corner TR. CH 1, SC into same stitch. CH 3. SC into same stitch.{ *CH 3, skip 2 stitches, SC into next stitch. Repeat from * 5 more times. SC into TR. CH 3. SC into same stitch.} Repeat from { to } 2 more times. **CH 3, skip 2 stitches, SC into next stitch. Repeat from ** 5 more times. Join to first SC.
After finishing your first edging, You will use this —-> SCALLOP JOIN by Gourmet Crochet. You will continue with the same edging you used with the first square, besides on the sides you are joining.. that is where you need the Scallop Join.

NOTE- After the first row of joining. When joining in corners, I slip stitched into the same slip stitch as previous corners.
Below is a progress photo from after I joined my squares.

Border
Round 1: Starting in any CH 3 space, CH 1. 3 SC into CH 3 space. You will be putting 3 SC into every CH 3 space (while skipping every SC). In the corner CH 2 spaces, you will {SC, CH 2, SC} all into the corner CH 2 space. When you reach each area of joins, you will work 1 SC into each of the 3 spaces. (The Ch space, the side of the SC that joins the CH space and the next CH space.) I have a photo below to help.
Once you get back to your starting stitch, join to the first SC.

Optical Illusion - first round of border - Stitch11

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Round 2: CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC into each SC around. On the corner CH 2 spaces, you will {2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC} all into the CH space. Once you get back to the starting CH 3. join to the top CH.
Round 3: CH 3 (counts as first DC). DC into each DC around. On the corner CH 2 spaces, you will {2 DC, CH 2, 2 DC} all into the CH space. Once you get back to the starting CH 3.
Round 4: CH 1. SC into each stitch around. On the corners you will be crocheting 3 SC into the CH 2 spaces. Join to first SC.
Weave in your ends.

Newborn Skull Knot Hat

May 27, 2015 By stitch11 2 Comments

My latest order is for a dear friend who wanted to welcome her new baby home in a custom made crochet hat.
As soon as she messaged me on Facebook, I knew the Crochet Newborn Knot Hat by Repeat Crafter Me would be perfect!

I told her I could put any applique on the hat that she wished.. and she requested a skull. Which is really ideal for their family since her daughters love Monster High!

To make the skull I followed the Day Of The Dead Skull Applique by KristinsKrazyKnits. I found this free pattern through one of Moogly's wonderful round ups that you can check out HERE!

For the hat I used Red Heart With Love and for the skull I used Cascade Cherub DK weight.

16 FREE Stitch11 Crochet Patterns for Babies!

April 18, 2015 By stitch11 Leave a Comment

I have spent the last week on a new pattern. Just when I realized I was almost finished, I looked at the weather to see we have rain in our forecast for the entire coming week! I really want to get an outdoor photo. So, I decided to put the new pattern release on hold and put together a few Stitch11 round ups!

Here is a list of 16 free crochet patterns that I designed for sweet lil' babies! They are listed from the photo, working left to right and top to bottom.

Curtain Huggy Bear
0-3 Month Frog Hat
Owl Cuddle Lovey
Puff Bonnet
Newborn Sleepy Owl Hat
Weight Set (photo prop)
The Chloe – Newsboy Beanie
Princess Hat
Robot
Turtle Photo Prop
Witch/Wizard Hat
Overalls
Sock Monkey Hat
Welcome Home Beanie
Flower Photo Prop Cocoon
Princess Crown

Infant Cocoon Flower Photo Prop – Free Crochet Pattern

March 8, 2015 By stitch11 14 Comments

This project came to me while I was at the Dollar Store. I was buying some candles and My Little Ponies… when the man behind the register complimented my daughters hat. He proceeds to tell me he is expecting.. and would love to make a crochet order. I instantly knew what I wanted to make for his baby girl (due to arrive this Spring).
After chatting with his wife on Facebook.. we had settled on the direction I would run with the project.. and I also let her know I would be gifting the photo prop to her.
As many of you know, I do not take very many crochet orders. But for some reason, I felt the urge to crochet a flower pattern for photo prop for the wittle baby growing in her belly. 🙂 Gotta follow your heart!
This infant photo prop is very stretchy. It should work great for newborn to at the least 6 month old's. you may be able to make it work for even larger babies.. but since I do not have any babies on hand, I can't test it out. Maybe the mother will share some photos with us this Spring!

Supplies
N – 9 mm crochet hook.
< One Skein of #5 Bulky- Lion Brand Homespun – Forest (green)
< One Skein of #5 Bulky- Lion Brand Homespun – Purple Haze (or whatever color you want the most of your flower to be)
1/2 Skein of #4 Medium- Simply Soft – Grape (purple)
< 1/4 Skein of #4 Medium – Simply Soft -Limelight (light green)
Yarn Needle

Stitches
Magic Circle
CH- Chain
SC – Single Crochet
HDC- Half Double Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
DC DEC – Double Crochet Decrease
DC 4 together
TRE – Treble Crochet

Gauge
4 rows of DC = 3.5 inches
5 DC = 3 inches.

Note – Starting CH does not count as a stitch.

Leaves!
Starting with the Lion Brand Homespun – Forest (green)
Step 1: (Leaving long starting tail.) Magic Circle. CH 2. 11 DC into magic circle. Join to the top of first DC. (11 stitches)
Step 2: CH 2. 2 DC into each DC. Join to the top of first DC. (22 stitches)
Step 3: CH 2. **2 DC into the first SC. 1 DC into the next DC. Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to the top of the first DC. (33 stitches)
Step 4: Crochet in front loops of this round only. CH 2. **2 DC into the first DC. 1 DC into each of the next 2 DC. Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to top of first DC. (44 stitches)
Step 5: CH 2. **2 DC into the first stitch. 1 DC into the next 3 stitches. Repeat from ** 11 more times. Do NOT join. (55 stitches)
Step 6: Turn. CH 2. DC into each SC across. (55 stitches)
Step 7: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 27 stitches. (28 stitches)

Step 8: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 24 stitches. DC DEC. (26 stitches)
Step 9: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 22 stitches. DC DEC. ( 24 stitches)
Step 10: Turn. CH 2. Two DC DEC. DC in next 16 stitches. Two DC DEC. (20 stitches)
Step 11: Turn. CH 2. DC into each stitch across. (20 stitches)
Step 12: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 16 stitches. DC DEC. (18 stitches)
Step 13: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 14 stitches. DC DEC. (16 stitches)
Step 14: Turn. CH 2. DC into each stitch across. (16 stitches)
Step 15: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 12 stitches. DC DEC. (14 stitches)
Step 16: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC into next 10 stitches. DC DEC. (12 stitches)
Step 17: Turn. CH 2. Two DC DEC. DC in next 4 stitches. Two DC DEC. (8 stitches)
Step 18: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 4 stitches. DC DEC. (6 stitches)
Step 19: Turn. CH 2. DC DEC. DC in next 2 stitches. DC DEC. (4 stitches)
Step 20: Turn. CH 2. DC all 4 stitches together. Finish off leaving long tail for weaving in.

Join yarn to the turning (unworked) stitch from Step 7. Repeat Steps 8-20 for other leaf.

Flower/ Cocoon!
Using Lion Brands Homespun Purple Haze
Step 1: Join yarn to unworked back loops from step 4 of the leaves. CH 2. DC into each stitch around. Join to first DC. (33 stitches)
Step 2-12: CH 2. DC into each stitch around. Join to first DC. (33 stitches)
Step 13: Crocheting in front loops of this round only. CH 2. DC into each front loop around. Join to first DC. (33 stitches)
Step 14-15: CH 2. 1 DC into each DC around. Join to first DC. (33 stitches)
Step 16: CH 2.** 2 DC into the first DC. 1 DC into each of the next 2 DC. Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to first DC. (44 stitches)
Step 17: CH 2. 2 DC into each DC. Join to first DC. (88 stitches)
Step 18: CH 1. **SC into next 2 stitches. 2 DC into next stitch. 1 DC into next stitch. 3 TRE into each of the next 2 stitches. 1 DC into next stitch. 2 DC into next stitch. Repeat from ** 10 more times. (154 stitches)
Finish off leaving long tail for weaving in.

Flower/ Cocoon Edging
Using Simply Soft Grape (purple)
Step 1: Attach yarn where you finished off from Step 18. CH 1. **SC into each of the next 2 SC. SC into next 2 stitches. DC into next 2 stitches. 2 TRE into next stitch. 3 TRE into each of the next 2 stitches. 2 TRE into next stitch. DC into next 2 stitches. SC into next 2 stitches. Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to first stitch. (220 stitches)
Step 2: CH 1, turn. SC into each stitch around. Join to first stitch. (220 stitches) You will be going the other direction since the petals fold down.. it will give it a nice finished edging.

Inner Flower Petals
Using Simply Soft Grape (purple)
Step 1: Attach your yarn to one of the back loops from Step 13 of the flower. But, attach it as if it were the front loop. You will want the nice side of the stitches showing when it folds down. CH 2. DC into same loop and each loop around. Join to first stitch. (33 stitches)
Step 2: CH 2. DC into each stitch around. Join to first stitch. (33 stitches)
Step 3: CH 2. 2 DC into each stitch around. Join to first stitch. (66 stitches)
Step 4: CH 1. **SC into next two stitches. DC into next stitch. 3 TRE into each of the next 2 stitches. DC into next stitch. Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to first stitch. (110 stitches)
Step 5: CH 1. ** SC into next 3 stitches. HDC into next stitch. 2 DC into next stitch. 3 TRE into next stitch. CH 3. Slip stitch into first CH. 3 TRE into next stitch. 2 DC into next stitch. HDC into next stitch. SC into the next stitch Repeat from ** 10 more times. Join to the first stitch. (160 stitches)
Finish off with long enough tail for weaving in your end.

Leaf Edging
Using Simply Soft – Limlight (light green)
Join your yarn to the edge of one of the leaves. You will be putting 2 SC into the side of each DC while working around the edge. When you get to the places where the leaves join each other, you will just put 1 SC between the stitches. When you get to the tip of the leaves. {1 SC CH 3, slip stitch to first CH. 1 SC.} All into the tip of each leaf. Work your way around and join to your starting SC.

You are almost done. Remember your starting end? The one at the bottom of the crochet piece? Take it and weave it back and forth between step one and two. Pull tight and secure your end. This make the first round you crocheted stick out like a little bump.. giving the look as if you plucked the flower right off the stem.
Now that you have done that, weave in all of your other ends. Now, all that is left to do- find a cute baby!!! 😉

Curtain Hugging Bear – Free Crochet Pattern

November 28, 2014 By stitch11 7 Comments

I had the opportunity to write a pattern for Stitch and Unwind! When I asked her if there was any theme of amigurumi she would like me to go with… she told me that “Woodland Creatures” are popular right now.

So many ideas ran through my mind! But trying to write a pattern that was easy to follow for all levels of crocheters is a main priority when I write patterns. I thought about making a skunk, raccoon, and even a deer. But when I pictured the pattern process, I felt overwhelmed. So I went with an animal I was familiar with- a bear!

I didn't just want to make a bear though. I wanted to make something unique and fun. Somehow, a curtain tie back came mind. I felt like I was brilliant! 😉 Haha I couldn't be happier with the level of cuteness! Get your own copy of the free pattern >HERE<!

Crochet New York Newsboy Hat and Diaper Cover

September 27, 2014 By stitch11 1 Comment

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An old friend of mine contacted me with this New York newsboy hat and diaper cover request.
I used my own (free) >Newborn Newsboy< hat crochet pattern.
Below you will find the N and Y crochet pattern.
The diaper cover can be found at >Crochet by Jennifer's Ravelry account<. It is a paid pattern but well worth those few bucks! She gives plenty of measurements to help you make sure everything is coming out the right gauge. The pattern is well written and simple to follow!
I couldn't be more happy with the outcome of the diaper cover! I have followed a free pattern for one in the past but it didn't turn out as perfect as this one.

Using a 5 MM crochet hook and white Medium/Worsted Weight yarn.

N
Part 1: CH 18. Skip 1 CH. 2 HDC into next CH. CH 1, Slip stitch into same CH. Slip stitch into next 5 CH. CH 1, HDC into same CH. CH 1, Slip stitch into same CH.
Part 2: Slip stitch into next 6 CH. CH 1, HDC into same CH. CH 1, Slip stitch into same CH.
Part 3: Slip Stitch into last 5 CH. CH 1, 2 HDC into same CH.
Part 4: Finish off leaving long tail. You will need to twist the piece while attaching it to make the N shape point back up.

Y
Part 1: CH 8. Skip 1 CH. HDC into next CH. CH 1, Slip stitch into same CH. Slip stitch into next 3 CH.
Part 2: CH 5, Skip 1 CH, HDC into next CH. CH 1, Slip stitch into same CH and back up 3 more CH. Slip stitch into the same CH you slip stitched into last in part 1.
Part 3: Slip stitch into last 3 CH. CH 1. HDC into same CH.
Part 4: Finish off leaving long tail. Attach to the hat using the photo (or google) as a guide.

If this hasn't satisfied your hat pattern cravings, take a peek at these other hat patterns from my blog: 40 Baby Boy Crochet Hat Patterns

Free Baby Sandal Pattern – Review

July 8, 2014 By stitch11 7 Comments

Within minutes after Whistle and Ivy posted her new baby sandal pattern, multiple people were sending me the link and sharing it onto my personal Facebook page. Everyone wanted to know if I could make them. I usually turn people away when it comes to shoes.. because for some reason I dread making things that go on feet.

This free pattern was different though.. it pulled me in the second I seen it. My favorite thing about these adorable sandals is that they are actually made in a way that would secure them onto an infants feet. They appear to be comfy and logical. I have yet to test them out.. but plan on meeting up with the baby tonight or tomorrow to try them on. I will be sure to get a photo and share more of my opinion then.

The baby crochet pattern is written in multiple sizes and is very simple to follow. Whistle and Ivy shares many photos to help you through the pattern steps. So, if you are in search of a perfect and free baby sandal pattern, this one should be at the top of your list!

You can get the pattern instructions HERE! 😀

If you'd like some more inspiration for baby patterns, take a peek at some of my other blog pages here: 25 Easy Crochet Baby Booties for Beginners

Boinky the Baby Pig

May 15, 2014 By stitch11 9 Comments

The idea of Boinky the Baby Pig came from my daughter- like most of my designs. We like to browse images of adorable animals. When we came across some baby pigs, she was taken over by their major cuteness. After looking at about 3,476 baby pigs, she asked me to make her one. She told me it's name would be Boinky. So there ya have it, a free crochet pattern for this adorable and simple baby piglet.

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Boutique Bow

March 13, 2014 By stitch11 41 Comments

Make your little girl's dream come true with her very own Minnie Mouse bow! Perfect for playtime, dress ups, or any day she wants to be like Minnie. Best part? This easy pattern would take you less than a day to finish! Give it a whirl with our free pattern, or get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here.

This bow crochet pattern is designed after Minnie Mouse's popular bow. This bow pattern measures 5.5 inches wide using bulky weight yarn, but you can also use worsted weight for a slightly smaller version. #crochet #crochetlove #crochetlife #crochetaddict #crochetpattern #crochetinspiration #ilovecrochet #crochetgifts #crochet365 #addictedtocrochet #yarnaddict #yarnlove

Are you a Disney fan too? For the longest time, I have been wanting to make a bow that looks like a Minnie Mouse bow. Finally today, I broke out my graph paper and drew her bow the best I could. Then I tried to draw it as a flat piece and realized it would be a lot simpler to put together than I imagined! This free crochet bow pattern measures 5.5 inches wide.

Boutique Bow Crochet Pattern

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

Materials:

Yarn: Bulky weight yarn
Small amount

Hook:
US size K/10½ (6.5mm) crochet hook

Notions:
Tapestry needle

Size: One size

Gauge: Gauge is not critical

Pattern uses US crochet terms.

ABBREVIATIONS	DESCRIPTION
ch	Chain
dc	Double crochet
dc2tog	Double crochet 2 together
hdc	Half double crochet
hdc2tog	Half double crochet next 2 stitches together
sc	Single crochet
sl st	Slip stitch
st(s)	Stitch(es)

Pattern Notes:
You can also make these bows using worsted/medium weight yarn and a US size H/8 (5mm) crochet hook.
Chain 1 at beginning of rows does not count as a stitch.

Get the ad-free printable PDF pattern here

Pattern:

Row 1: Ch 4. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 2: Ch 1, hdc into first st, sc into next st, hdc into the last st, turn. (3 sts)

Row 3: Ch 1, 2 hdc into first st, sc into next st, 2 hdc into last st, turn. (5 sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, dc into first st, hdc into next stitch, sc into next st, hdc into next st, dc into last st, turn.

Row 5: Ch 1, 2 dc into first st, sc into each of next 3 sts, 2 dc into last st, turn. (7 sts)

Rows 6-7: Ch 1, dc into each of next 2 sts, sc into each of next 3 sts, dc into each of next 2 sts, turn.

Row 8: Ch 1, dc2tog, sc into each of next 3 sts, dc2tog, turn. (5 sts)

Row 9: Repeat Row 4.

Row 10: Ch 1, hdc2tog, sc into next st, hdc2tog, turn. (3)

Row 11: Repeat Row 2.

Rows 12-21: Repeat Rows 2-11.

Row 22: Ch 1, sc in each st, do not turn.

Edging: Ch 1, sc evenly around entire piece, join to first st with a sl st.

Fasten off leaving long tail. Weave in your starting end. Take other end and use to sew to other end of the bow. You can also go ahead and secure the middle of the bow with this end… but it isn’t required. Weave in your end.

Middle Band

Row 1: Ch 4. Starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 2-8: Ch 1, sc in each st, turn.

Fasten off leaving long tail.

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Finishing

Wrap the band around the middle of the bow. This will be a snug fit. Using yarn tail and needle, attach both ends of the band together. Weave in your ends.

What do you think? Is this crochet bow pattern Minnie approved?

You can also make these bows using worsted/medium-weight yarn and a 5MM/H crochet hook like Aledria Lay Brown did! Thanks so much for sharing your photo Aledria!

Owl Cuddle Lovey

August 17, 2013 By stitch11 17 Comments

I designed this free crochet pattern for an Owl Cuddle Lovey to be ideal for children of all ages. It is perfect for cuddles and comfort. Get creative with your colors, yarn, texture, and pattern. No lovey should ever be the same!

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0-3 Month Frog Hat

February 15, 2013 By stitch11 12 Comments

Recently I designed the Newborn Princess Hat. When taking the photo I took advantage of a nearby frog to add my logo into the picture. My cousin (who is the pregnant one) loves frogs and always has as far back as I can remember. Anyways, after taking the photo of the princess hat, I knew I had to do my best at a frog hat.

Hope you have a hoppin time with this free crochet pattern for a 0-3 month frog hat!

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Newborn Princess Hat With Braids

February 12, 2013 By stitch11 24 Comments

I designed this adorable free crochet pattern for a Newborn Princess Hat With Braids for my cousin Shauna who is expecting!! I cannot wait to see this hat on the little angels head <3 Until then, I would love to see others test out this free pattern! Share pictures on my Facebook page!! Also check out the toddler size!