This bootie pattern is free, no sign-up and no paywall, since I know how frustrating it is to hit an email gate on a simple pattern. It uses well under a full skein of yarn and comes together fast, making it a genuine stash-buster. These are not intended for a baby who is standing or walking.
Materials
- 1 skein worsted weight (#4) yarn, about 35 yards used per pair
- 3.5mm (E-4) hook for newborn, up to 4.5mm (G-7) for 6-12 months
- Yarn needle
- Sizes: newborn, 0-3mo, 3-6mo, 6-12mo
Abbreviations used
This pattern uses ch (chain), sc (single crochet), hdc (half double crochet), inc (2 sc in one stitch), and dec (sc2tog). All terms are US crochet terms; UK crocheters should treat sc here as UK double crochet.
Pattern instructions
Sole
Chain 11. Round 1: 2 sc in second chain from hook, sc in next 8 chains, 3 sc in last chain, sc in next 8 chains along the other side, 2 sc in last stitch, join (24 sc). This oval sole is the most common snippet-worthy part of this pattern, since it stands alone as a complete round-1 instruction.
Sides and upper
Round 2: sc in each stitch around (24). Round 3 to 5: hdc in each stitch around, decreasing 2 stitches evenly on round 5 to shape the upper snugly around the foot.
Cuff
Work 2 rounds of back-loop-only sc for a simple ribbed cuff, then fasten off and weave in ends. I always weave my ends through the back-loop ridge rather than the plain stitches, since it hides the tail better on this cuff style.
Frequently asked questions
What size are newborn crochet booties?
Newborn sole length for this pattern runs about 3 inches. Size up the hook slightly for each older age band, up through 4.5mm for 6 to 12 months.
How much yarn do I need for baby booties?
This pattern uses about 35 yards per pair for the newborn size, well under a full skein. Larger sizes use slightly more, closer to 50 yards for 6 to 12 months.
Do I need to check gauge for booties?
Booties are more forgiving than a garment, but a quick gauge check still prevents an oversized or overly tight first bootie. I recommend it even on a simple pattern like this one.
Complete the newborn gift set
Pair these with our Easy Crochet Newborn Hat for a complete newborn gift set.
See the newborn hat pattern