Description: Keep your feet cozy and warm with these crochet slippers. This pattern is perfect for beginners and makes a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
16 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet
One size fits most adults (approximately US shoe sizes 7-9)
Round 1: Start by making a magic ring and crochet 8 single crochet stitches into the ring. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (8 stitches)
Round 2: Chain 1, 2 single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (16 stitches)
Round 3: Chain 1, *1 single crochet in the next stitch, 2 single crochet in the following stitch*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (24 stitches)
Continue working in the round, making single crochet stitches in each stitch until the slipper measures 2 inches (5 cm) less than the desired length.
Next, decrease the stitches to form the toe of the slipper:
Decrease Round 1: Chain 1, *1 single crochet in the next 2 stitches, single crochet 2 stitches together*. Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (18 stitches)
Decrease Round 2: Chain 1, single crochet 2 stitches together around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. (9 stitches)
Fasten off and weave in any loose ends.
Using a tapestry needle, sew the back of the slipper closed.
Repeat the instructions to make the second slipper.
Note: Feel free to adjust the length or width of the slipper as desired. Also, you can add embellishments such as pom-poms, bows, or buttons to personalize your slippers.