Free Crochet Pattern 'Love Steps' Summer Shoes Sizes US 5-10 / UK 3.5-8.5

Free Crochet Pattern 'Love Steps' Summer Shoes Sizes US 5-10 / UK 3.5-8.5

Summer Slippers at Home! Finally, summer is here! It's time to get cozy at home and maybe even go barefoot. But if you prefer to have something on your feet, these crochet summer slippers are perfect. You can customize them to fit your personal style by using different colors or patterns. Add some extra embellishments if you like, and your slippers will be truly one-of-a-kind. And the best part? Here's a free pattern to crochet them yourself!

You'll need:
    - Crochet yarn made of cotton or acrylic (e.g. Twister Sport) - a blend of both works well
    - 150m/50g yardage
    - Size 3 crochet hook

Some helpful tips:

- Keep your crochet tension even, or your shoes might be too tight or too loose. Even tension = happy feet!
- If you're new to crochet, try practicing some simple patterns first. It's a great way to get a feel for the stitches and tension.
- Make your shoes one-of-a-kind! Choose colors and patterns that fit your style.
- Crocheting takes time and patience. Don't get discouraged if it doesn't come out perfectly at first. Practice makes perfect!

Abbreviation:

ch - chain
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
puff st / cluster st
sl st - slip stitch

Sizes:
- 36-37 (6-6.5)
- 38-39 (7-7.5)
- 40-41 (8-8.5)
- 42-43 (9-9.5)

Let's start with the sole - the foundation of your crocheted summer shoes. It's all about stability and comfort!

Round 1:

Chain 30/33/36/39, work 5 sc in 2nd stitch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 17/18/19/20 stitches, 1 dc in each of next 10/12/14/16 stitches, 7 dc in last stitch (continue on opposite side), 1 dc in each of next 10/12/14/16 stitches, 1 sc in each of next 17/18/19/20 stitches. Join with sl st.

Round 2:

Chain 1, work 1 single crochet in the first stitch, then work 2 single crochets in each of the next 4 stitches. Continue with 1 single crochet in each of the next 17/18/19/20 stitches, followed by 1 double crochet in each of the next 11/13/15/17 stitches. Next, work 2 double crochets in each of the next 5 stitches, and then 1 double crochet in each of the next 11/13/15/17 stitches. Finally, work 1 single crochet in each of the next 17/18/19/20 stitches. Join the round with a slip stitch

Round 3:

Chain 1, work 1 double crochet in the first stitch, then repeat (2 double crochets in next stitch, 1 double crochet in next stitch) 4 times. Next, work 1 double crochet in each of the next 28/31/34/37 stitches, then repeat (2 double crochets in next stitch, 1 double crochet in next stitch) 5 times. Finally, work 1 double crochet in each of the next 28/31/34/37 stitches. Join the round with a slip stitch.

Round 4:

Chain 1, work 1 double crochet in the first stitch, then repeat (2 double crochets in next stitch, 1 double crochet in each of next 2 stitches) 4 times. Next, work 1 double crochet in each of the next 28/31/34/37 stitches, then repeat (2 double crochets in next stitch, 1 double crochet in each of next 2 stitches) 5 times. Finally, work 1 double crochet in each of the next 28/31/34/37 stitches. Join the round with a slip stitch.

Round 5

Ch 1, dc in first st, (2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 3 sts) x 4, dc in each of next 28/31/34/37 sts, (2 dc in next st, dc in each of next 3 sts) x 5, dc in each of next 28/31/34/37 sts. Join with sl st.

Sole's done!

Round 6

Work 1 single crochet in each stitch of the previous round, inserting the hook only into the back loop of each stitch.

Next, we'll crochet the toe:

We'll crochet the toe in rows and join it to the body.

Row 1: Hold the sole with the toe facing forward. Determine the center and count 6 stitches to the left and right. Work 1 single crochet in the first stitch, then 1 single crochet in each of the next 11 stitches.

Row 2: Turn work, skip first stitch, then work 1 single crochet in second stitch and each stitch to end of row

Work 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the sole

Row 3: Turn work, skip 1st stitch, then work 1 single crochet in 2nd stitch and each stitch to end of row. Work 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the sole

Crochet 9 more rows

Change color and continue crocheting in rows.

We now have a total of 21 stitches.

Skip 2 stitches of the sole and 2 more stitches of the toe, work (1 cluster stitch, 1 ch, 1 cluster stitch) in 3rd stitch, 2 ch, skip 3 stitches, (work (1 cluster stitch, 1 ch, 1 cluster stitch) in next stitch, 2 ch, skip 3 stitches) x3, work (1 cluster stitch, 1 ch, 1 cluster stitch) in next stitch, 2 ch, skip last 2 stitches of the toe.

Change color, skip 1 stitch of the sole and work 1 single crochet in the 2nd stitch of the sole. Turn work.

Row 2: Work 2 half double crochet in last stitch of the toe, (work 2 single crochet between both cluster stitches, 2 half double crochet in 2nd stitch between both hearts in last row of the toe) x 5, 

Work 1 half double crochet in last stitch of the toe (21). Work 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the sole, turn.

Rows 3, 4, 5:

Skip 2 stitches, work 1 single crochet in next and each stitch thereafter (21), work 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the sole. Turn

Continue repeating rows 1 to 5, 2 or 3 times as desired.

Once the desired length is reached, continue working on the shaft and heel. The shaft of your crocheted summer shoes is the part that connects the sole to the toe. Here, you can determine the height and style of your shoes. To do this, without cutting the thread, crochet according to the same principle:

Row 1: Crochet one row from left to right to the toe, working 1 single crochet in each stitch + 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the toe. Turn.

Row 2: Skip 2 stitches of the toe, work 1 single crochet in next stitch and each stitch thereafter + 1 single crochet in each of 2 stitches of the toe. Turn.

Row 3: Change color, skip 2 stitches of the toe and 2 more stitches, work (1 cluster stitch, 1 chain, 1 cluster stitch) in next stitch, 2 chains, skip 3 stitches, (work (1 cluster stitch, 1 chain, 1 cluster stitch) in next stitch, 2 chains, skip 3 stitches) repeat from * to * to end of row. Skip 1 stitch of the toe and work 1 single crochet in 2nd stitch of the toe. Turn

Row 4: Work 2 half double crochet in last stitch of row 2, work 2 single crochet in the chain space between cluster stitches, work 2 half double crochet between both hearts repeat from * to * to end of row. Skip 1 stitch of the toe, work 1 single crochet in 2nd stitch. Turn. Repeat rows 1 to 4 one more time.

Since every foot is different, it's advisable to try on the shoes in between. If the shoe is too loose, you can simply crochet single crochets (sc) together.

And that's it! Your crocheted summer shoes are finished! I hope they're just as beautiful as you imagined. Wear them proudly and enjoy the summer to the fullest.

I hope you had fun crocheting and are happy with your result.

If you have any questions or need help, I'm here for you. Share your results! I'd love to see your finished crocheted summer shoes on Instagram or Facebook and be tagged. I love seeing what my readers create! Have fun wearing them!