Crocheting: Baby babouches, granny-square slippers

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Baby babouches, granny-square slippers Pattern

Category:

Crocheting

Type:

Clothing

Fit:

Infant/Baby

Item:

Socks

Skill Level:

Beginner

Basic Skills Necessary:

You'll need to know the basic crochet stitches: how to chain, single-crochet and double-crochet.
If you have already made a granny square before, it will make it easier.

Pattern Description:

I love granny squares so much, I decided to include them in those cute slippers. (available in adult sizes too, see my other patterns)

They are actually worked around a granny triangle, using different stitches to create the shaping of the front of the slipper. Then the heel is worked for a perfect fit : these babouches actually "fit like a glove" !! ;-)

They are very quick to crochet (1.5 hour to crochet a pair in the largest size), and hopefully you'll find them a fun project too.

The pattern is richly illustrated with lots of step by step photos and detailed instructions: I am a visual learner and love to "see" what the instructions tell me to do.

Instructions are given to make those in 3 sizes, to fit babies from 3 to 12 months.

Gauge:

21 dc and 11 rows = 10 cm / 4"

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

size 1 : 3-6 months
size 2 : 6-9 months
size 3 : 9-12 months

Materials:

Debbie Bliss "Baby cashmerino", 1 skein in two contrasting colors
3.75 mm (F) crochet hook

You Will Also Need:

Darning needle + Optional: non-slip fabric for sole