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Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern
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2-4 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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Casual Chic

Relaxed style with a modern twist, perfect for everyday wear while maintaining that handcrafted uniqueness.

About This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Create charming baby bunny slippers with cushioned soles, upright crocheted ears, and playful pom-pom tails. This pattern walks you through each round for two sizes and includes special notes for shaping the heel and upper. You'll find tips for gauge, stitch placement, and finishing to make a polished pair.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for worsted weight yarn with optional hook sizes for 0-6 and 6-12 month sizes. Includes ear construction, facial stitching guidance, and pom-pom instructions.

Why You'll Love This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into an irresistibly cute pair of baby slippers that both kids and parents adore. I enjoy how the thick round worked through slip stitches and back loops gives the sole a sturdy, cushioned feel. The little ears and pom-pom tail always bring a smile and make each pair feel like a tiny handmade gift. I also love that it includes clear notes about starting rounds in the center back so your slippers come out symmetrical every time.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 1 - construction progress Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing these slippers by changing yarn colors to match outfits or holidays; switching to pastel shades gives a soft nursery-friendly pair.

I sometimes make the slippers chunkier by choosing a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to create a cuddly, warm version for colder weather.

I also experiment with different pom-pom sizes and materials; a faux-fur pom gives a luxurious look while a tiny pom is sweet and subtle.

I often embroider different facial expressions or add felt cheeks to vary the personality of each bunny.

I like to adjust ear height by adding or removing foundation chains to create taller or shorter ears for different looks.

I sometimes add a non-slip sole with puffy paint dots or a suede bootie sole for babies who are starting to walk.

I recommend trying contrasting color ties or ribbons at the base of the ears for a pop of color and to hide stitches creatively.

I will swap the stitch pattern on the upper for a textured stitch (like moss stitch) to add visual interest and stretch.

I occasionally attach tiny safety bows or crocheted flowers at the ear base for a special baby-shower version.

I encourage you to mix yarn brands and fibers to find the feel you love most; cotton is cooler, acrylic is easy care, and blends offer softness.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Starting rounds in the wrong place can make slippers lopsided; always begin each round in the center back joining stitch to keep symmetry. ✗ Counting the initial chain as a stitch will throw off your stitch count; do not count the chain stitch at the beginning of a round throughout the pattern. ✗ Failing to join to the top of the beginning chain when finishing rounds will distort shaping; always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with. ✗ Not working through both slip stitches and back loops on Round 5 will produce a thinner sole; be sure to work through both to create the thick, sturdy round described.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Make adorable bunny slippers for babies with this cozy, playful crochet pattern. You will create soft, cushioned soles, cute standing ears, and fluffy pom-poms to finish. The pattern includes clear rounds, materials, and finishing tips so you can make a lovely handmade gift for a newborn or toddler. Perfect for gifting or keeping your little one warm in style.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    3.5 oz ball of worsted weight yarn (main color) - approximately one ball per pair
  • 02
    Bernat Giggles worsted weight yarn used for pictured booties (or similar worsted/#4 yarn)
  • 03
    Small dab of black yarn for eyes and small dab of pink yarn for nose and bows

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size E / 3.5 mm (for 0-6 months)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size F / 3.75 mm (for 6-12 months)
  • 03
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle (tapestry needle) for sewing and weaving ends
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    Two fingers (for wrapping pom-poms) or small pom-pom maker
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    Pins for positioning pieces (optional)

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— Materials :

Info :

3.5 oz ball of worsted weight yarn Size E or 3.5 mm Hook (0-6 months) Size F or 3.75mm Hook (6-12 months) Pictured booties made from "Bernat Giggles" worsted weight yarn. Little dab of black and pink yarn for face and bows. :o)

— Abbreviations :

Info :

Ch Chain. Sc Single crochet. Sc2tog Single crochet decrease. Hdc Half double crochet. Hdc2tog Half double crochet decrease. Dc Double crochet. Dc2tog Double crochet decrease. Sl st Slip stitch. Htr Half treble crochet.

— Notes :

Info :

1. Pattern is written from center back of the heel. You should start each round in the joining stitch which should be in the center back of the heel. If your joining stitch strays to one side, try to adjust accordingly when starting next round. Make sure that you start each round in the center back or the slipper will become lopsided. Sole is already adjusted for tension, only do this for the upper. 2. Do not count the chain stitch as a stitch at the beginning of a round - throughout pattern. 3. When joining at end of round, always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with - throughout pattern.

— How to do a half treble crochet :

Info :

Yarn over two times, insert hook in stitch, yarn over, draw loop through stitch, yarn over, draw through two loops on hook, yarn over, then draw through all three loops on hook.

— How to read pattern :

Infos :

A. When there is a number followed by a stitch, that stitch needs to be worked over that number of stitches. Example : "10 sc, 2 sc in next stitch" that is 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, then put 2 sc in the next stitch. B. When you see Brackets [] in the pattern that means that you work everything in them as a set or together. For example if you see [sc2tog, 2 sc] 3 times, that means to repeat everything in the brackets three times total as a set.

— Gauge :

Info :

5 sc stitches to 1 inch using E 3.5mm hook. 4.5 sc stitches to one inch using F 3.75 hook. Change hook size if necessary to obtain gauge. Instead of a gauge swatch I think it is easier to make the sole and see where you stand. If it is too big, then size down your hook. If it is too small, size up your hook. And if it is just right, Awesome! :o)

— Sizes :

Info :

Numbers in Parenthesis () 0-6 months- 3.75 inches long 6-12 months- 4.50 inches long 0-6 is the first number of stitches in pattern made with an E hook and 6-12 months is the 2nd number in the parenthesis ( ) made with an F hook.

— Sole :

Round 1 :

With color A ch 13 (15), 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 7(8) sc, 3 (4) hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 3 (4) hdc down the other side of foundation ch, 7 (8) sc, 2 sc in last ch that already has 2 sc in it. Join with sl st. At end of round you should have 28 (32) total stitches.

Round 2 :

Ch 1 , 2 sc in each of the first two stitches, 6 (7) sc, 4 (5) hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 4 (5) hdc, 6 (7) sc, 2 sc in each of the last two stitches. Join with sl st. 36 (40) total stitches in round.

Round 3 :

Ch 2, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch, 10 hdc, 2 (4) dc, 2 dc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 (4) dc, 10 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch, 1 hdc. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 4 :

Sl st all the way around sole through back loops only. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round. (See picture A)

— Upper Shoe :

Round 5 :

Note: In this round you will basically be working back over what you just did. You will need to work through both the slip stitches and the back loops that you just worked. (See Pictures B and C). This makes for a thick round and gives body to the bottom of the shoe. As stated, working through both the slip stitch and back loops of previous round, Ch 2, 6 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 3 hdc, 16 dc, 3 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 6 hdc. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 6 :

Ch 2, 6hdc, 6 (8) sc, 3 hdc, 16 dc, 3 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 6 hdc. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 7 :

Ch 2, 2hdc, hdc2tog, 2 hdc, 6 (8) sc, sc2tog, [hdc2tog] 2 times, [dc2tog] 5 times, [hdc2tog] 2 times, sc2tog, 6 (8) sc, 2 hdc, hdc2tog, 2 hdc. Join with sl st. 33 (37) total stitches in round.

Round 8 :

Ch 2, 5 hdc, 6 (8) sc, [sc2tog] 2 times, 3 dc, [sc2tog] 2 times, 6 (8) sc, 5 hdc. Join with sl st. 29 (33) total stitches in round.

Round 9 :

Sl st all the way around shoe. 29 (33) total stitches in round.

— Ears :

Make 4 :

With E size crochet hook chain 9 (10), 1 htr in 4th ch from hook, 1 (2) htr, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, (working back down foundation chain) 1 hdc, 2 dc, 2 (3) htr, ch 3, sl st to first ch 3 space. Now sl stitch along the side of foundation ch. Up and back down turning at end of foundation chain. (See Pictures D and E) This gives the ears a little body so that they stand up..... And it makes them cuter. :) Directions for how to do a half treble crochet are on the first page of pattern

— Finishing :

Info :

Thread Yarn needle with yarn and attach ears. Stitch ears to slipper several times at center bottom of each ear. Then pull needle and yarn through both sides of ear (See Picture F) and pull together. Stitch ears the rest of the way to body of shoe.

— Bunny Face :

Info :

Find center front. With pink yarn make one stitch over center double crochet post almost at bottom of shoe. Count over to 3rd crochet from center and make one stitch with black yarn for each eye. I placed mine right under the top of the first row of double crochets. (I found less and lower was better for the bunny face, but you can do whatever you like.) :) Thread pink yarn through base of ears and tie a bow on both. (These are great because they cover up the stitching) (See picture G)

— Pom Poms :

Make 2 :

Wrap yarn around two fingers 20 times. Remove from fingers and tie yarn around center. Cut the loops on the ends. Fluff it up to make it pretty and attach to center-back of bunny so she is pretty from front to back. :o) Weave in ends and you're done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach ears by threading yarn needle and placing the ear at the center bottom of each ear base; stitch several times through the ear base and slipper to secure.
  • Pull the needle and yarn through both sides of each ear and gather to shape, then stitch the remainder of the ear to the body of the shoe for a neat finish.
  • Thread pink yarn through the base of each ear and tie a small bow to cover stitching and add a decorative touch.
  • Make two pom-poms and sew one to the center-back of each slipper so the tail is visible from both front and back.
  • Weave in all ends securely and trim excess yarn to finish the slippers neatly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Start each round in the center back joining stitch to prevent the slipper from becoming lopsided.
  • 💡Do not count the chain stitch at the beginning of a round as a stitch throughout this pattern.
  • 💡When joining at the end of a round, always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with.
  • 💡For Round 5 work through both the slip stitch and back loops of the previous round to build a thick, sturdy sole.

These Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers are a delightful handmade gift, perfect for newborn photo shoots or cozy everyday wear. The thick sole construction and standing ears give them extra charm and structure, while pom-pom tails finish them with playful flair. Make a pair for a baby shower or to brighten a chilly morning—happy crocheting! 🐰🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished slippers measure approximately 3.75 inches long for 0-6 months and 4.50 inches long for 6-12 months when using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size; adjust your hook size accordingly and make a test sole to check fit before finishing.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so familiarity with single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, decreases, and half treble crochet is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish a pair in about 2-4 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how many finishing details you add.