These darling crochet baby flip flops are the perfect summer shoes/booties for baby! They are soft and comfy, but add a bit of classic style to any outfit. The toe strap and heel strap help keep these crochet flip flops in place on Baby’s soft feet! This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! For more information, click here.
Crochet in the summertime can get a bit tricky. It’s hard to work under a cozy blanket in the heat of the summer, but there seems to be few summer crochet patterns.
Enter Baby crochet flip flops!
These sweet little baby shoes only take about an hour to make and they are classically adorable.
Oh my goodness! Aren’t baby feet the cutest!? THOSE TOES.
Even though these crochet baby flip flops are adorable and pink, they would definitely work for a baby boy as well. And, these actually stay on quite well; my niece had them on her feet for several hours. This is so important when designing baby shoes. I have actually had to scrap several adorable patterns because they just didn’t stay on little baby feet. If they don’t stay on, what’s the point!?
CROCHET BABY FLIP FLOPS – FREE CROCHET PATTERN
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– F Hook
– Medium Weight Yarn in 2
(I suggest Knit Picks Brava, Caron Simply Soft or Mighty Stitch)
– Darning Needle
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: 9 sc = 2″ (alternately, you can use the small sole as the gauge, and adjust your hook accordingly to get the correct length.)
🌟 The written pattern below is for size 3-6 months. However, you can find a PDF that includes NINE sizes, Newborn through Toddler size 9 in my shops. The PDF is formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. Thanks for your support!
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3-6 MONTHS SIZE (approx. 4″)
Sole: Make 2 (Worked in the round)
1. Ch 11.
Work 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 4 ch, hdc in next ch, dc in next 3 ch, 7 dc in last ch. Working across the opposite side: dc in next 3 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next 4 chs. Join with first sc. (26 sts)
2. Ch 1. 2 sc in next 3 sts. Sc in next 9 sts. Work 2 sc in next 5 sts. Sc in next 9 sts. Join. (34 sts)
3. Ch 1. *Sc in next st, work 2 sc in next st* work 3 times. Sc in next 9 sts. *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* work 5 times. Sc in next 9 sts. Join and tie off. (42 sts)
With second color use a loose tension and sl st all around your sole piece. (See Photo).
Tie off. Find the middle of the heel.
Body:
1. Counting the sl sts, count 8 to the right. Join your second color. Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 2 sts. Ch 8. Sk 9 sts, sc in next st. Sc in next 2 sts. Ch 16. Join with a sl st with the very first st of the round. (Make sure your chain isn’t twisted.)
2. Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 29 its (across the heel, up the side and all across your toe piece chain.). Join with sl st. Tie off.
Weave in all ends.
Toe Strap (Make 2):
Start with an 8” tail. This is a separate piece.
Ch 11
1. Sc in the 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 9 chs. Turn. (10 sts)
2. Ch 1. Hdc in same st. Hdc in next 9 sts. (10 sts)
Leave a long tail.
BABY FLIP-FLOPS CONSTRUCTION:
Using either tail of your toe strap and a yarn needle, sew the strap in place, going in and out through both loops in the end of the strap and both loops on the side of the sole. You can place the strap up or down the shoe to suit yourself, but I placed mine directly in front of where the connector toe piece connects with the sole.
To attached the toe piece, put about 8” of yarn on your needle. For the right shoe, find 1 st to the left of the middle dc in the sole (for the left shoe, find 1 st to the right). Wrap the yarn over and under that dc st to give it a firm hold, (but keeping the yarn loose) going around that stitch with your needle and around the toe piece. I do it about 3 times so there are only 3 pieces of yarn between the toe. Tie firmly on the bottom to secure it in place. (you can even secure with a dab of hot glue)
Are you making flip-flops for a little walker? You might want to think about making them non-slip!
Here are 7 tried and tested methods!
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is there a video? I’m stuck :)
Yes, this one is a bit old, but hopefully it will help! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIR3o7fFUWo&t=236s
Love the little flip flops, I ended up doubling the sole though to make it feel firmer. Also for in between the toe I put a dc. They are very cute. Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Hi Anette,
How did you double the sole? I was thinking about doing that too… somewhat new to crochet here.
When doing back strap, if you count 9 to right and sl sts and crochet 3 coming. down, ch 8, there is no way you are back around on left like in your video…you are 5 on right off from centre to your right. Plz help.
Are you skipping the indicated stitches?
Oh my goodness, I got this pattern and I am in love! I used an orange ombré and a yellow Caron simply soft and they turned out just gorgeous! I think I did the piece for inbetween the toes wrong, but that’s what first tries are for! Thank you so much for sharing this pattern!!!
You are so welcome! They sound lovely!
This is super adorable, thank you for sharing a detailed video as well. I’ve shared it on my FB page, I think my audience will love it!
Thanks so much Liss! I appreciate it!
Have another question. I’m making a pair for a 0-3 month. For the strap and other parts do I use the same pattern for 3-6 or do you have a pattern for 0-3
I have a pattern for other sizes, it’s the ad-free PDF that you can get in my Ravelry and Etsy shops :)
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/baby-strap-flip-flops
https://www.etsy.com/listing/526896385/crochet-pattern-baby-strap-flip-flops?ref=listings_manager_grid
You have a comment that says “join my tribe and get it free”. That’s what i did but I got a different pattern than the flipflops. That’s ok, I won’t use that one, but i just wanted to let you know. I just screenshot the instructions. Beautiful Baby Flip Flops
Send me an email Sandra and I will get you straightened out!
https://www.whistleandivy.com/contact/
So when I did the skip 9 and work the other way Mine are not way off line they are not across form each other?
It’s possibly you joined at the wrong place. Did you watch the video?
I had the same issue. I watched the video multiple times.
Can you send me an email? If you are way off, there is an issue for sure! I would like to see a photo.
https://www.whistleandivy.com/contact/
Oh my goodness!! I didn’t read them ALL, but holy moley! I’ll keep this comment short&sweet….. THANK YOU for posting a FREE & ADORABLE pattern!!! I can’t remember ever really reading the comments left on a post, but for some reason, this time I did, & for someone posting a pattern FOR FREE, & contributing a bit of sparkle to this world…. well – s.m.h.!! I’ll stop there.. Again, Thank You!!
Haha! You are so welcome Samantha! I appreciate your solidarity :D :’D
Totally agree. The rude comments from the entitled are absolutely mindboggling! So sad, and without appreciation of the time it takes to do a tutorial PLUS a free written pattern. Unfortunately, it happens quite often. Thank you again, Bethany.
Thank you Sandi <3
Hi! I love your pattern! I wanted to know for bigger sizes like size 5 or 6 how many chains should I do for the strap?
When you do the body you count the seven the do the 3 sc do you go toward the heal of the sandle ch and sk on the heal part
The skips are around the heel. Be sure to watch the video!
ANother question – your pattern says to make TWO soles and TWO toe straps, but in the video you only make one of each. Which is correct?
thanks
yes, two soles and two straps. One for each shoe.
please help with pics of how to attach the toe piece to the sole.
thank you. Christy
I don’t have pics, but I have a video!
Can we buy the sandals that you’ve made
I am sorry, I don’t make and sell finished items. But you can check out this shop, she does:
https://www.facebook.com/OllieLoops/
I am a bit confused about the needle size you suggest. On the website and on the tutorial it uses size F but when I printed the pattern the size needed is an I.
Oh no! That needs to be fixed, can you send me an email and I will get you an updated pattern? I suggest a size F, but you need to use the hook that allows you to achieve the gauge.
Can you explain what changes to make a right side please
These shoes have a round toe, so it’s the same shoe for both feet :)
I’m crocheting the 3-6 months sandals. I am confused on the body. Do you have a video on YouTube I can watch? I learn better by watching someone. These shoes are beautiful! I’m so excited and appreciate you being kind enough to share! I don’t like to say this, but I’m on disability and am trying to supplement my income. I live near an Island and they will be very popular in the kids shops over there! I’m really looking forward to making all of the different styles. Thanks in advance for your help! Anne
Absolutely! This pattern was confusing to almost everyone, lol! Scroll down and just above the 0-3 months size you will find a link to youtube and an embedded video.
Thanks girl!
hi! im new to making sandals and a girlfriend of mine would like me to make a pair for her daughter and she’s told me that she doesnt know anyone else to do them for her. i was wondering if you had a written instruction for size 12 and 15 month olds. she says her daughter is 9 months old, but she has bigger feet for her age.
thank you! your help will be much appreciated!
Kandi
I don’t have a pattern for that size, I am sorry! You could try the larger size and use a larger hook and slightly bulkier yarn, the finished shoe will be larger. I suggest getting a foot measurement from your friend so you know what size to aim for.
Thank you so much for posting the videos and written directions! I love these. I am new to crochet and these are great for me to follow along with and learn. They are so cute!! I love them! The first one came out a little small because I messed up my counting, second one came out much better but my daughter feet are a little too big for the 12 month ones so I just repeated the last step twice to make them big enough :). I love your website. I shared it with my friends! :) Have a great day! God bless!
Thanks so much, I am glad you liked the pattern! Gauge also matters, if yours are turing out smaller, you can work the pattern with a larger hook :)
Thank you! I didn’t know that! I will try a bigger hook :) I think I also make mine a little too tight lol. I’m very new to crochet. :)
My daughter will be a size 6 or 7 next summer (2 years old)… any way you can advise me how to make these for that size.. thank you
You could alter it using one of my toddler patterns for the sole:
https://www.whistleandivy.com/2014/03/toddler-boat-slippers.html
I loved these baby flip flops. They worked up so quick. They are so adorable. Thank you for sharing your pattern.
Thank you! I’m so glad you loved them!
Can you buy these on line?
You can probably check Etsy! I do not personally make an sell these, I am sorry!
Finally finished, had a little trouble with the body, had to watch video, it was because i was left handed, and i needed to go left from the heel. thank for sharing pattern.
Glad you got it! You’re welcome!