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Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern

Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Effortless Style

Simple lines for everyday wear, focusing on quality stitchwork and timeless appeal that never goes out of fashion.

About This Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern

This pattern creates a pair of delicate baby shoes (Ivelle) worked in rounds with a contrasting sole and shoe body. You will learn how to shape the sole and work short rounds that form the shoe upper. Clear stitch abbreviations and a UK/US note are included to guide you through every step.

Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for gifting and new parents, the shoes are quick to make and customizable with your favourite colours. The pattern uses small round counts for fast progress and neat finishing tips to complete each shoe.

Why You'll Love This Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a few simple stitches into a charming pair of tiny shoes with minimal fuss. I enjoy how quick the sole and upper come together, letting you see progress fast. The subtle shaping gives the shoes a professional look without complicated techniques, which makes it satisfying to make. I also love that you can play with colour changes to create bespoke little pairs for every baby in your life.

Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love swapping colours to create new looks; try a pastel sole with a bright shoe body for contrast or tone-on-tone for a subtle finish.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to make a mini or a larger shoe; using a thicker yarn with a larger hook gives a chunky, cuddly pair.

I sometimes add a small crocheted strap or button to the ankle for extra security and decorative detail — sew it on after completing the shoe.

For a dressier version, I replace the final slipstitch round with a decorative picot edging or a round of reverse single crochet for a neat rim.

Try embroidering initials on the sole or adding tiny crocheted flowers for a personalized gift that feels special and handcrafted.

If you want sturdier shoes, I insert a thin sole of felt cut to size and stitched in place before finishing the final rounds.

I recommend testing different hook sizes to fine-tune fit — a difference of one size can make the shoe noticeably larger or smaller.

I sometimes add a soft ribbon through the ankle row as a tie instead of sewing on straps; it looks cute and is adjustable.

To make a matching set, I crochet a hat or mittens using the same colour scheme so you can gift a coordinated newborn set.

Don’t be afraid to mix textures: combine a smooth cotton with a fluffy/soft yarn for contrast and tactile interest in the finished shoes.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Starting rounds without placing a marker can cause you to lose the start point; use a stitch marker at the start of each round to maintain alignment throughout the shoe. ✗ Not changing colour or fastening off cleanly can produce messy joins; fasten off securely and weave in ends neatly after the colour change to keep the sole edge tidy. ✗ Crocheting with inconsistent tension will distort the sole shape and shoe fit; keep a steady, even tension and check stitch counts frequently to maintain the correct shape. ✗ Skipping the back-loop instruction on R4 will change the edge texture and fit; work R4 into the back loop only to achieve the correct ridge and shape for the shoe. ✗ Forgetting to close rounds with a slip stitch will shift your stitch placement each round; close each round with the indicated sl st in the first stitch to keep stitch counts consistent.

Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern

Make a pair of cosy, handcrafted baby shoes with this clear crochet pattern. You will create a small, soft pair of shoes using simple rounds and colour changes — perfect for gifts or keepsakes. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, stitch explanations, and UK/US term notes so you can crochet confidently. Ideal for making a matching set or experimenting with colours to suit any nursery.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Shoes Ivelle Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Eucalyps / Somen yarn (2 x 100g) — supply shown on pattern as 'Eucalyps / Somen (2 x 100g)'; use two 100g skeins in your chosen colours (colour 1 for sole and colour 2 for shoe).

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4mm

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— Used stitches :

Info :

ch = chain. ss = slip stitch. dc = double crochet. tr = trebles. *..* = repeat.

— Materials :

Info :

Eucalyps / Somen (2 x 100g). Crochet hook 4mm.

— Notes / UK terms :

Info :

Please note: Our pattern uses UK crochet terms. UK = US. Double Crochet (dc) = Single crochet (sc). Half Treble (htr) = Half Double (hdc). Treble (tr) = Double Crochet (dc).

— Decrease explanation :

Info :

Decrease: 2 htc crocheted together : crochet one htc, but you will leave 3 loops on your needle. You will not finish the htc. Crochet another htc, now you will have 5 loops on your needle. Finish your stitch.

— The bag base (colour 1) :

Round 1 :

9 ch, 3 htc in 2e ch from crochet hook, 1 htc in next 6 ch, 6 htc in last stitch, 1 htc in next 6 stitches, 3 htc in last stitch, close round with a ss (=24)

Info :

Every next round you will start with a ch, this will not count as a stitch. Close round with a sl st in first stitch.

Round 2 :

1 ch, *2 htc in same stitch* 3x, *1 htc* 6x, *2 htc in same stitch* 6x, *1 htc* 6x, *2 htc* 3x, close round with a sl st (=36)

Round 3 :

1 ch, *2 htc in same stitch, 1 htc in next stitch* 3x, *1 htc* 6x, *2 htc in same stitch* 6x, *1 htc* 6x, *2 htc in same stitch, 1 htc in next stitch* 3x, close round with sl st (=48)

Info :

Change colour.

— Shoe (colour 2) :

Round 4 :

1 htc (in back loop) in every stitch (=48)

Round 5 :

*1 htc* 12x; *1 htc, 2 htc crocheted together* 8x; *12 htc* (=40)

Round 6 :

*1 htc* 12x; *1 htc, 1 htc, 2 htc crocheted together* 4x; *1 htc* 12x (=36)

Round 7 :

*1 htc* 12x; *1 htc, 2 htc crocheted together* 4x; *12 htc* (=32)

Round 8 :

*1 htc* 12x; *2 htc crocheted together* 4x; *1 htc* 12x (=28)

Round 9 :

*1 htc* 12x; *2 htc crocheted together* 2x; *1 htc* 12x (=26)

Round 10-14 :

htc in every stitch (=26)

Round 15 :

Change colour to the colour of the shoes sole. Crochet roundabout in slipstitch in the opposite direction. Fasten off. Crochet the second baby shoe.

— Dutch version (Schoenzooltje / Schoentje) :

Round 1 :

9l, 3hst in de 2e l vanaf de haaknaald, 1hst in volg. 6l, 6hst in laatste stk, 1hst in volg 6stk, 3hst in laatste stk sluit met een hv (=24)

Round 2 :

1l, *2hst in zelfde steek* 3x, *1hst* 6x, *2hst in zelfde steek* 6x, *1hst* 6x, *2hst* 3x, sluiten met een hv (=36)

Round 3 :

1l, *2hst in zelfde steek, 1hst in volg.* 3x, *1hst* 6x, *2hst in zelfde steek* 6x, *1hst* 6x, *2hst in zelfde steek, 1hst in volg.* 3x, sluiten met een hv (=48)

Info :

Kleur wisselen.

Round 4 :

1 hst in elke steek (Je steekt deze toer in de achterste lus van het v-tj. Zo krijg je een randje) (=48)

Round 5 :

*1hst* 12x; *1hst, 2hst samen afhaken* 8x; *12hst* (=40)

Round 6 :

*1hst* 12x; *1hst, 1hst, 2hst samen afhaken* 4x; *1hst* 12x (=36)

Round 7 :

*1hst* 12x; *1hst, 2hst samen afhaken* 4x; *12hst* (=32)

Round 8 :

*1hst* 12x; *2hst samen afhaken* 4x; *1hst* 12x (=28)

Round 9 :

*1hst* 12x; *2hst samen afhaken* 2x; *1hst* 12x (=26)

Round 10-14 :

hst in elke M (=26)

Round 15 :

Wisselen naar kleur van het zooltje hv haken (andere kant op haken) en afhechten. Haak nu het tweede schoentje.

— German version (Schuhsohle / Schuh) :

Round 1 :

9 Lftm, 3 hStb in 2. Lm ab der Hakenadel, 1 hStb in die nachste M, 6 hStb in den letzten M, 1 hStb in die nachste 6 M, 3 hStb in den letzten M, schlie en mit einem Km (=24)

Round 2 :

1 Lftm, *2 hStb in dieselbe Masche* 3x, *1 hStb* 6x, *2 hStb in dieselbe Masche* 6x, *1 hStb* 6x, *2 hStb* 3x, schlie en mit einem KM (=36)

Round 3 :

1 Lftm, *2 hStb in dieselbe Masche, 1 hStb in die nachste* 3x, *1 hStb* 6x, *2 hStb in dieselbe Masche* 6x, *1 hStb* 6x, *2 hStb in dieselbe Masche, 1 hStb in die nachste* 3x, schlie en mit einem KM (=48)

Info :

Farbwechsel.

Round 4 :

1 hStb in jd M. (nur ins hintere Maschenglied arbeiten) (=48)

Round 5 :

*1 hStb* 12x; *1 hStb, 2 hStb.abm.* 8x; *12 hStb* (=40)

Round 6 :

*1 hStb* 12x; *1 hStb, 1 hStb, 2 hStb.abm.* 4x; *1 hStb* 12x (=36)

Round 7 :

*1 hStb* 12x; *1 hStb, 2 hStb.abm.* 4x; *12 hStb* (=32)

Round 8 :

*1 hStb* 12x; *2 hStb.abm.* 4x; *1 hStb* 12x (=28)

Round 9 :

*1 hStb* 12x; *2 hStb.abm.* 2x; *1 hStb* 12x (=26)

Round 10-14 :

hStb in jd M. (=26)

Round 15 :

Farbwechsel (farbe A). Rundum Km hakeln in der Gegenrichtung und abketten. Hakeln Sie jetzt einen zweiten babyschuh.

Assembly Instructions

  • Every next round you will start with a chain; this chain does not count as a stitch — close the round with a slip stitch in the first stitch.
  • Change colour after Round 3 (sole finished) and continue with the shoe body in colour 2; finish by changing back to the sole colour in Round 15 as instructed.
  • Crochet the second baby shoe the same way as the first, making sure to match stitch counts and colour changes exactly.
  • At Round 15 work a crochet roundabout in slipstitch in the opposite direction and fasten off to finish the sole edge cleanly.

Important Notes

  • 💡The pattern uses UK crochet terminology; check the UK–US conversion to match your stitch names before starting.
  • 💡Always close rounds with a slip stitch in the first stitch so your rounds remain aligned and stitch counts are accurate.
  • 💡Begin each round with the indicated chain that does not count as a stitch; this is important for maintaining the correct stitch counts and shape.

These baby shoes Ivelle are a sweet and practical handmade gift with timeless charm. They work up quickly and allow fun colour combinations to personalise every tiny pair. Whether you make one pair or many, each shoe is made with care and ready to warm little feet. 🧶👶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished baby shoes are small infant size and will measure approximately the standard newborn baby shoe size when using the recommended yarn and 4mm hook; exact size depends on yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change. Use a suitable hook for your chosen yarn and make a gauge swatch to check sizing.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses UK terminology and decreases; basic crochet skills and comfort working in rounds are recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete a pair in about 2-3 hours, though time may vary depending on experience level and whether you make two identical shoes in one session.