Baby Loafers by Caroline Brooke

Baby Loafers

Crochet
June 2015
Aran (8 wpi) ?
5 stitches and 5 rows = 1 inch
in single crochet
3.5 mm (E)
60 - 70 yards (55 - 64 m)
3-6 months and 6-12 months
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for $5.50.

CROCHET PATTERN Baby Loafers - classic and timeless Baby Shoes - Quick and Easy to make, these neat little shoes are perfect for boys AND for girls.

A simple crochet pattern for nice, simple loafer shoes - fully illustrated with color photos throughout. You can make these little shoes using one color or two. Stylish and snug and perfect for summer or winter - make them in cream for beach holidays, brown for Fall, or red for Christmas parties!

This Crochet Pattern contains written instructions for 2 sizes:
3-6 months (4”)
6-12 months (4 1/2”)

The pattern comprises a fully illustrated crochet tutorial with color photos that illustrate every stage of the process from start to finish. Suitable for an improving beginner keen to master new skills.

Basic crochet stitches involved with basic decreases - To make theses shoes you need to be able to read a simple crochet pattern and know how to do the following stitches :-
ch - chain
sl st - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet

American English crochet terms used throughout
Made with worsted or Aran yarn, with light bulky acrylic for the insoles - Gauge is 5” to 1” using a US E/4 crochet hook (3.5mm). Please note that if your crochet is a bit loose then it’s best to use a smaller hook - tight/firm gauge is preferable for these shoes.