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Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern

Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern
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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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern

These Furrylicious baby boots create a sweet, textured bootie using loop stitches for a fluffy edge. The pattern includes two sizes (0-6 months and 6-12 months) and detailed photo guidance for tricky steps. Youll work the sole, upper, and upper leg sections, finishing with button flaps and sewn-on buttons.

Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

This pattern highlights loop stitch rows for a fur-like look and gives clear instructions for turning, stitch placement, and buttonhole construction. Ideal for making charming handmade baby gifts.

Why You'll Love This Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a delightful, fluffy boot with the loop-stitch technique. I enjoy how the texture makes each pair look luxurious while still being quick to crochet. The step-by-step photos and clear instructions make tricky shaping much easier for me to follow. I also love that it includes two sizes so I can make matching pairs for different ages and gift them with confidence.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing these boots by changing yarn colors for a playful or neutral look; try ombre or two-tone combinations for a unique effect.

To make a chunkier, snuggly version I use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; this increases the finished size and makes a soft, warm boot.

For a tiny keychain or ornament version I pick fingering or sport weight yarn and a smaller hook to create a miniature boot.

I sometimes replace the button closure with a ribbon or small toggle for a different aesthetic and easier on/off for tiny feet.

Swap the loop stitch rows for bobble or popcorn stitches to create a different textured trim if you want less fluff and more sculpted bumps.

I like to embroider initials or a small motif on the back of the heel to personalize a gift and make it extra special.

If you want a non-slip sole, sew or glue small dots of craft puffy paint to the bottom of the sole after finishing to give traction for older babies.

Make a matching set by crocheting a small hat or mitts in the same yarn and adding loop-stitch accents to tie the pieces together.

Experiment with metallic or sparkly yarn held with the main yarn for festive holiday baby boots with subtle shimmer.

I often alter the loop length slightly to create denser or more relaxed fur rows; shorter loops give a tidy finish while longer loops read as fluffier fur.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

βœ— Skipping stitch markers when marking the center back of the heel causes misplaced rounds; mark the center back stitch and count stitches carefully before attaching yarn. βœ— Joining in the wrong stitch can shift your round sequence and distort shaping; always join to the top of the first stitch of the round and verify your join placement before continuing. βœ— Pulling loops too tightly when making loop stitches will shrink and flatten the loops; form the loops on your finger and gently slip your finger out before completing the stitch so loops sit fluffy. βœ— Forgetting to count stitches after increases and decreases leads to uneven soles; count after every round and compare to the stitch totals given to catch mistakes early.

Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable pair of Furrylicious baby boots with this detailed crochet pattern. Youll make textured loop-stitch boots in two baby sizes with clear step-by-step rounds and helpful photos. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a handmade keepsake, this pattern walks you through soles, uppers, leg rows, buttonholes, and finishing touches.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Furrylicious Baby Boot Amigurumi Pattern

β€” Main Fabric

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    Color A - 1 oz worsted weight yarn for sole
  • 02
    Color B - 3.5 oz worsted weight yarn for upper and leg
  • 03
    Featured yarn used: "Shine" worsted weight cotton by Knit Picks (example shown)

β€” Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size F / 3.75 mm
  • 02
    Safety pins or stitch markers
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 05
    6 - 1/2 inch buttons (per pair)
  • 06
    Polyester stuffing (optional for shaping)

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β€” Materials :

Info :

Sole - Color A - 1oz worsted weight yarn. Color B - 3.5oz worsted weight yarn. Size F or 3.75mm Hook. 6 - 1/2 inch buttons. Featured yarn is "Shine" worsted weight cotton by Knit Picks.

β€” Abbreviations :

Info :

Ch Chain. Sc Single crochet. 2tog Single crochet decrease. Hdc Half double Crochet. Sl st Slip stitch. Lp st Loop stitch. Fp dc Front post double crochet. Bp dc Back post double crochet.

β€” Notes :

Infos :

1. Chain stitch does not count as a stitch. 2. When joining at end of round, always join to the top of the first stitch of the round. 3. This pattern is written with all rounds starting from the center back of the heel. When starting a new round make sure your first stitch is in the center of the heel. *If your join is in the center: Start round in the first stitch which is the same stitch that the chain stitch is in. *If your join has strayed to the side by one stitch: Skip over the first stitch and start the round in the next stitch over. The last stitch of the round will then be placed in the stitch you skipped at the beginning.

β€” How to read pattern :

Info :

A. When there is a number followed by a stitch, that stitch needs to be worked over that number of stitches. B. When you see Brackets [] in the pattern that means that you work everything in them as a set or together.

β€” Example round :

Info :

Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the first two stitches, 4 sc, 4 hdc, [2 hdc in next stitch] 4 times, 4 hdc, 4 sc, 2 sc in each of the last two stitches. Join with sl st. 32 total stitches in round.

Round 1 :

Ch1 (does not count as stitch)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each of the first two stitches.

Round 3 :

1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches.

Round 4 :

1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches.

Round 5 :

2 hdc in the next stitch.

Round 6 :

Repeat step 5, 3 more times.

Round 7 :

1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches.

Round 8 :

1 sc in each of the next 4 stitches.

Round 9 :

2 sc in each of the last two stitches.

Round 10 :

Join with sl st to top of first stitch.

β€” Gauge :

Info :

5 sc stitches to 1 inch using F 3.75mm hook and worsted weight yarn. Change hook size if necessary to obtain gauge.

β€” How to make loop stitch :

Infos :

There are different ways to make the loop stitch. This way I think lays down the best and looks best with this pattern. 1. Insert hook into next stitch and form loop of yarn around first finger (See picture A). 2. Draw both sides or strands of this looped yarn through stitch, There should be three strands on hook now. (See pictures B & C). 3. Slip finger out of loop, (See picture D). 4. Yarn over and draw through all three loops on hook. (See picture E). After finishing boot you can straighten and tighten rows of loops by sticking a hook through rows of loops and pulling. Pictured loops are about 3/4 of an inch long.

β€” 0-6 Months - Sole (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

With color A ch 13, 2 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, 9 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, Now working down the other side of beginning chain work 9 hdc, 2 hdc in last ch that already has 2 hdc in it. Join with sl st to top of first stitch. 26 total stitches in round.

Round 2 :

Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the first two stitches, 4 sc, 5 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 5 hdc, 4 sc, 2 sc in each of the next two stitches. Join with sl st. 34 total stitches in round.

Round 3 :

Ch 1, 2 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, 9 sc, 3 hdc, 2 hdc in next two stitches, 2 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 3 hdc, 9 sc, 2 sc in next stitch. Join with sl st and bind off! 40 total stitches in round. (See picture F)

Round 4 :

With color B and wrong side of sole facing you, attach yarn at center back of heel. Sl st all the way around sole. Join with sl st. 40 total stitches in round. It should look like this when you are done with slip stitches. (see picture G)

Info :

Note: From this point on and until you are told to turn, you will be working the shoe with the hook going from the inside of the shoe to the outside as seen in pictures B and H.

β€” 0-6 Months - Upper Shoe :

Round 5 :

Ch 1, sc in all slip stitches. Insert hook only through slip stitch on top and not through sc below. (See picture H) Join with sl st. 40 total stitches in round.

Round 6 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. Join with sl st. 40 total stitches in round.

Round 7 :

Ch 1 sc all the way around. Join with sl st. 40 total stitches in round.

Round 8 :

Ch 1, sc2tog, 14 sc, [sc2tog, 2 sc] two times. sc2tog, 14 sc. Join with sl st. 36 total stitches in round.

Round 9 :

Ch1, 12 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 12 sc. Join with sl st. 32 total stitches in round.

Round 10 :

Ch 1, 6 Lp st. (See notes on page 1) 4 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 4 sc, 6 lp st. Join with sl st. 28 total stitches in round. Bind off! (See picture I)

β€” First Boot (0-6) Upper leg :

Row 11 :

Count 9 sc over from center back of heel. Mark this stitch! Now Attach yarn in the next stitch so that you will be working towards toe of boot. (See picture I) Starting in same stitch you attached to and with hook inserted from the inside of boot to the outside, [sc2tog] 5 times. (These 5 stitches should be worked over the 10 stitches centered in the front of boot) 5 total stitches in row. Turn!

Round 12 :

Now you will be working back over the five stitches just made. Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, (mark that stitch), sc2tog, 2 sc, (You should be back where you attached in round 12 now) Now for the next stitch you will have to take a little jump down to the rest of the boot, but no worries! Just pull a little tighter and crochet on!:o) Starting in the stitch you marked, 18 sc, You should have to take a little jump up now but just do the same as other side. Starting in marked stitch place 5 more sc across front of boot. That should bring you back to the first marked stitch. Turn (See Picture J)

Round 13 :

Ch 1, 1 lp st in same as chain 1, lp st all the way around. (The loop stitch should be on the outside of the shoe.) 22 total stitches in round. Turn.

Row 14 :

Ch 1, 11 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 23 stitches total in row. Turn.

Row 15 :

Ch1, lp st all the way around until last two stitches. 2 sc. 23 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 16 :

Ch 1, 11 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 17 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until the last two, 2 sc. 24 Total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 18 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 19 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two, 2 sc. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 20 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 21 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two, 2 sc. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 22 :

Ch 2, 2 dc, [1 fp dc, 1 bp dc] repeat until end of row. Do not turn.

Button Hole area on side of boot - Row 1 :

Now going down side of shoe. (See picture K) Start in side of last dc, ch 1, 12 sc down side of shoe. Turn.

Button Hole area on side of boot - Row 2 :

Ch 1, (Going back up side) 1 sc, ch 2, skip 2 stitches, 2 sc, ch 2, skip 2 stitches, 2 sc, ch 2, skip 2 stitches, 1 sc. Turn to go back down.

Button Hole area on side of boot - Row 3 :

Ch 1, 12 sc. Bind off. (See picture L)

β€” Second boot (0-6) - Upper leg :

Info :

Do rounds 1-10 same as first boot.

Row 11 :

Count 9 sc over from center back of sole. (See Picture II) Mark this stitch! Now attach yarn in the next stitch closer to toe of boot. Starting with the stitch you attached to and hook inserted from the outside of the boot [sc2tog] 5 times. Mark the next stitch. 5 total stitches in row. These stitches should be worked over the 10 stitches centered in the front of boot. Turn.

Round 12 :

Now you will be working back over the five stitches just made. Ch 1, 1 sc in same st (Mark stitch just made), hdc2tog, 1 hdc, 1 sc, (You should be back where you attached in round 12 now) Now for the next stitch you will have to take a little jump down to the rest of the boot, but no worries! Just pull a little tighter and crochet on!:o) Starting in marked stitch, 24 sc, You should have to take a little jump up now but just do the same as other side. Starting in marked stitch place 5 more sc across front of boot. That should bring you back to the first marked stitch. Turn (See Picture J)

Round 13 :

Ch 1, 1 lp st in same as chain 1, lp st all the way around. (The loop stitch should be on the outside of the shoe.) 22 total stitches in round. Turn.

Row 14 :

Ch 1, 11 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 23 stitches total in row. Turn.

Row 15 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two stitches. 2 sc. 23 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 16 :

Ch 1, 11 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 17 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until the last two, 2 sc. 24 Total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 18 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 19 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two, 2 sc. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 20 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 21 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two, 2 sc. 24 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 22 :

Ch 2, 2 dc, [1 fp dc, 1 bp dc] repeat until last two, 2 dc. Bind off.

Button Hole area on side of boot :

Reattach yarn at beginning of Rnd 22 at top of first dc to start button hole area.

Row 1 (button hole area) :

Going down side of shoe. Starting in side of first dc ch 1, 12 sc down side of shoe. Turn.

Row 2 (button hole area) :

Ch 1, Going back up side 1 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 2 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 2 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 1 sc. Turn to go back down.

Row 3 (button hole area) :

Ch 1, 12 sc. Bind off.

Finishing :

Sew on buttons, weave in ends and youre done!

β€” 6-12 Months - Sole (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

With color A ch 16, 2 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, 12 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 12 hdc down the other side of beginning ch, 2 hdc in last ch that already has 2 hdc in it. Join with sl st to top of first stitch. 32 total stitches in round.

Round 2 :

Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the first two stitches, 5 sc, 7 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 7 hdc, 5 sc, 2 sc in each of the last two stitches. Join with sl st. 40 total stitches in round.

Round 3 :

Ch 2, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch, 15 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 15 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch. Join with sl st and Bind Off! 46 total stitches in round. (See Pict. F)

Round 4 :

With color B and wrong side of sole facing you, attach yarn at center back of heel. Sl st all the way around sole. Join with sl st. 46 total stitches in round. It should look like this when you are done. (see picture G)

Info :

Note: From this point on and until you are told to turn, you will be working the shoe with the hook going from the inside of the shoe to the outside as seen in pictures B and H.

β€” 6-12 Months - Upper Shoe :

Round 5 :

Ch 1, sc in all slip stitches. Insert hook only through slip stitch on top not through sc below. (See picture H) Join with sl st. 46 total stitches in round.

Round 6 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. Join with sl st. 46 total stitches in round.

Round 7 :

Ch 1 sc all the way around. Join with sl st. 46 total stitches in round.

Round 8 :

Ch 1 sc all the way around. Join with sl st. 46 total stitches in round.

Round 9 :

Ch 1, sc2tog, 17 sc, [sc2tog, 2 sc] two times. sc2tog, 17 sc. Join with sl st. 42 total stitches in round.

Round 10 :

Ch1, 15 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 15 sc. Join with sl st. 38 total stitches in round.

Round 11 :

Ch 1, 8 Lp st. (See note on page 1 and picture A) 5 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc, sc2tog, 5 sc, 8 lp st. Join with sl st. 34 total stitches in round. Bind off! (See picture I)

β€” First boot (6-12) - Upper leg :

Info :

Directions for next boot on next page.

Row 12 :

Count 12 sc over from center back of heel. (See picture I) Mark this stitch! Now Attach yarn in the next stitch closer to toe of boot. Starting in same stitch you attached to and with hook inserted from inside of boot to the outside, sc2tog, [hdc2tog] 3 times, sc2tog. (These 5 stitches should be worked over the 10 stitches centered in the front of boot) 5 total stitches in row. Turn.

Round 13 :

Now you will be working back over the five stitches just made. Ch 1, 1 sc in same st (Mark stitch you just made), hdc2tog, 1 hdc, 1 sc, (At this point you will have a little jump down to rest of boot, but no worries just pull a little tighter and crochet on! :o) Starting in marked stitch, 24 sc, You should have to take a little jump up now but just do the same as other side. Starting in marked stitch place 5 more sc across front of boot. That should bring you back to the first marked stitch. Turn (See Picture J)

Round 14 :

Ch 1, 1 lp st in same as chain 1, lp st all the way around. (The loop stitch should be on the outside of the shoe.) 28 total stitches in round. Turn.

Row 15 :

Ch 1, 1 sc in same stitch and all the way around. 28 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 16 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two. 1 sc in each of the last 2 stitches. 28 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 17 :

Ch 1, 13 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 29 stitches total in row. Turn.

Row 18 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until last two stitches. 2 sc. 29 stitches in row. Turn.

Row 19 :

Ch 1, 14 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 20 :

Ch 1, lp st all the way around until the last two, 2 sc. 30 Total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 21 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 22 :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 23 :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 24 :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 25 :

Ch 2, 2 dc, [1 fp dc, 1 bp dc] repeat until end of row. Do not turn.

Button Hole area on side of boot Row 1 :

Worked down side of shoe as seen in picture K. Starting in side of last dc ch 1, 14 sc worked down side of boot. Turn. (See Picture K)

Button Hole area on side of boot Row 2 :

Ch 1, (Going back up side) 1 sc, ch 2, skip 2 stitches, 3 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 3 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 1 sc. Turn to go back up.

Button Hole area on side of boot Row 3 :

Ch 1, 14 sc. Bind off. (See picture L)

Round 13 (6-12 months second boot) :

Now you will be working back over the five stitches just made. Ch 1, 1 sc in same st, (Mark stitch just made), hdc2tog, 1 hdc, 1 sc, (You should be back where you attached in round 12 now) Now for the next stitch you will have to take a little jump down to the rest of the boot, but no worries! Just pull a little tighter and crochet on!:o) Starting in the marked stitch, 22 more sc around boot. (This should take you all the way around shoe to meet up where you turned.) Turn again.

Round 14 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 1 lp st in same as chain 1, lp st all the way around. (The loop stitch should be on the outside of the shoe.) 28 stitches total in row. Turn.

Row 15 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 1 sc in same stitch and all the way around. 28 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 16 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 28 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 17 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 14 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 29 stitches total in row. Turn.

Row 18 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, lp st the rest of the way around until last two, 2 sc. 29 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 19 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 15 sc, 2 sc in next stitch, sc to the end. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 20 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 30 Total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 21 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 22 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 23 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, sc all the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 24 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 1, 2 sc, lp st the rest of the way around. 30 total stitches in row. Turn.

Row 25 (6-12 months second boot) :

Ch 2, [1 fp dc, 1 bp dc] repeat until last two, 2 dc. Bind off.

Button Hole area on side of boot :

Reattach yarn at beginning of Rnd 25. Attach at top to start button hole area.

Row 1 (6-12 months second boot button area) :

Going down side of shoe. Starting in side of first dc ch 1, 14 sc down side of shoe. Turn.

Row 2 (6-12 months second boot button area) :

Ch 1, Now going back up side, 1 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 3 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 3 sc, ch 2, skip 2, 1 sc. Turn to go back down.

Row 3 (6-12 months second boot button area) :

Ch 1, 14 sc. Bind off.

Finishing :

Sew on Buttons, Weave in ends and youre done! :o)

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the two soles together as directed, then work slip stitches around the sole before building the upper shoe to create a clean edge.
  • When attaching the upper to the sole, insert the hook only through the slip stitch on top and not through the SC below to maintain the correct height and join.
  • For upper leg shaping, mark the center back of the heel and count the prescribed number of stitches before attaching yarn to ensure the five decrease stitches are centered.
  • Form the buttonhole flap by working down the side of the shoe, then back up with chain spaces to create neatly spaced button loops; sew buttons onto the opposite side to match.
  • After completing loop-stitch rows, straighten and tighten rows of loops by inserting a hook through the rows of loops and pulling to make the fur even and tidy.

Important Notes

  • πŸ’‘Always work with the wrong side of the sole facing you when attaching color B and slip stitching around the sole.
  • πŸ’‘From the point you are told to turn, the hook should be going from the inside of the shoe to the outside to ensure correct loop stitch placement.
  • πŸ’‘Count stitches carefully at each round and compare with the totals given to avoid cumulative shaping errors.
  • πŸ’‘When joining rounds, always join to the top of the first stitch to keep your round joins neat and consistent.

These Furrylicious baby boots bring fluffy, handmade charm to any nursery with loop-stitch texture and sweet button details. Theyre quick to work up and come in two sizes to fit growing little feet. Perfect as a thoughtful baby shower gift or a cozy handmade keepsake. πŸ§ΆπŸ‘Άβœ¨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished boots measure approximately 3.75 inches in length for the 0-6 months size and 4.5 inches for the 6-12 months size when using the recommended yarn and 3.75 mm hook.

Can I use a different yarn weight or hook?

Yes, you can change yarn weight and hook size, but this will affect gauge and final boot size; check gauge of 5 sc = 1 inch and adjust hook to match before starting.

Do I need to know the loop stitch before starting?

The pattern includes step-by-step instructions and photos for the loop stitch; if youre new to it, practice a few loops first to get comfortable with forming consistent loops.

How long does it typically take to complete a pair?

Most crocheters complete a pair in about 5-7 hours, but time varies with experience level and how comfortable you are with loop stitches and shaping.