Having moved into our new home of wooden polished floors, I was eager to try out some crochet booties. I checked out patterns, instructions, YouTube videos for tutorials on how to make a boot. Ultimately the only way to get a grasp on the real how-to is just to make one.
So this here is my first ever bootie – a crochet bootie. It is what I call a working draft. Its main purpose is so that I can see and feel what the real thing looks like. Wear it, work it, and find out that way what needs to be adjusted – and then make a better one (later/one day!)
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- first Crochet Bootie (CH0317)
Features Desired of the Crochet Bootie (CH0317)
- easy and comfortable to wear
- would help me keep floor clean!
- must look kinna of nice. Eventually, a unisex version (so partner will wear it and help keep house clean as well!)
Lessons learnt from my first Crochet Booties
Let’s start at the bottom: the soles …
Soles of Crochet Booties
I do like the raised ridges but later modifications should include:
Soles of Crochet Bootie
- thicker soles for better comfort
- ridges (if any) should extend further out (not just in the center, as per photo)
- Important! should be smaller and narrower for a snuggier fit
Body of Crochet Booties
The body should also be tighter. Especially as the booties will stretch with wear.
There are normally 2 to 3 rows (in double crochet, for instance) working straight up from the sole. However, it is better to tighten/decrease some stitches for this upright section. That will produce a snuggier fit.
Right now I am wearing this pair of working draft crochet booties. So I am sure that I will learn more of what I need to adjust to achieve my true desired results. So stay tuned for updates! (A good way would be to subscribe to my Free Email Updates at the bottom of the page. I write irregularly but you will get notified when there are new news!)
Next Possible Project
Simple Crossover Bootie by Louise Mac
This simple looking crossover bootie looks interesting, promising, and easy. So I will giving it a try. It is a free pattern from Ravelry.
If you have any handy tips and tricks, please do share in the comments below. All tips, tricks, or feedback would be so appreciated!
Reference
- imtopsyturvy.com – Crochet wrap around button baby boots- girls and boys (I found this the most useful.)
- youtube.com – Glama’s 2 in 1 Bootie Slipper Tutorial, Super Easy For Beginners
- youtube.com – Glama’s PUCKERLESS Slippers
- youtube.com – How To – Crochet Simple Adult Slippers for Men or Women
- youtube.com – Crocheted Slipper Tutorial For Beginners, Super Easy!
