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Catalan Baby Sandals Pattern

Category:

Crocheting

Type:

Clothing

Fit:

Infant/Baby

Item:

Socks

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Basic Skills Necessary:

Crocheting in the round
Post stitches

Pattern Description:

Here is my interpretation of famous Catalan espardenyes in baby sizes!

The pattern contains written out instructions in American terms using common stitch abbreviations.

The pattern difficulty falls somewhere between "easy" and "intermediate" level as defined by http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/skill.html. I would not try it as my first project if I were a complete beginner, as it involves a fair number of post stitches and requires a certain level of dexterity with the hook. Having said that, I did make it very detailed and included PLENTY of pictures, which is why it is so long (8 pages total!). I have also written a lot of notes to assist with the tricky bits. You probably will find that once you have finished you first sandal, the second will be done much quicker.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or if anything is not quite clear. I will be more than happy to help and will appreciate your feedback.

This pattern is copyright protected and cannot be sold, transmitted, distributed or reproduced in any form or by any means. You are, however, welcome to sell your finished items. And if you sell your work online, please link to my pattern - I would be very grateful!

Gauge:

5 sc/5 rows in single crochet worked in the round = approx. 1" (2.5 cm) / 1" (2.5 cm)

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

XS (approx. age Preemie - 0 months): sole length 3" (8 cm), sole width at widest point 2" (5 cm)
S (approx. age 0 - 3 months): sole length 3.5" (9 cm), sole width at widest point 2" (5 cm)
M (approx. age 3 - 6 months): sole length 4" (10 cm), sole width at widest point 2.25" (6 cm)
L (approx. age 6 - 12 months): sole length 4.5" (11 cm), sole width at widest point 2.25" (6 cm)

Materials:

Approx. 50 g of worsted weight yarn in 2 colors of choice
Crochet hook size E (3.5 mm) or size needed to achieve gauge
Yarn needle for weaving in ends
3-4 stitch markers/holders