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Velcro sneakers Pattern

Velcro sneakers 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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Stylish Touch

An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Velcro sneakers Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet baby Velcro sneakers in four sizes from newborn to 9 months. Youll work a reinforced sole, build the sides, stitch the shoe top, crochet the tongue and create Velcro closures for a professional finish. The instructions are photo-assisted and written round-by-round for clarity.

Velcro sneakers Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for crafters who want a polished, wearable baby shoe with secure Velcro straps. The pattern uses fingering/super fine cotton and a small hook for a neat stitch definition.

Why You'll Love This Velcro sneakers Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines practical construction with cute design, producing a polished pair of baby sneakers. I enjoy the reinforcement technique for the sole since it makes the shoes durable and keeps their shape. The Velcro straps are easy to customize and give the shoes a realistic look that parents adore. Working through the rounds and seeing the shoe take shape is always rewarding and fun.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing these Velcro sneakers by changing colors — try pastel combos for a soft baby look or high-contrast trims for a sporty finish.

You can make the shoes larger or smaller by changing yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn and a larger hook give a chunky look, while thinner yarn and a smaller hook make tiny keychain-sized shoes.

I often add embroidered initials or small appliques to the side panel for personalized gifts and keepsakes.

Swap the Velcro for tiny buttons or decorative snaps if you prefer a different closure style, but make sure the closure is secure for babies.

Try adding a cushioned insole using felt or a thin foam sheet glued into the sole for extra structure and comfort.

If you want sturdier soles, experiment with a second contrasting color round around the base or glue a thin rubber sole piece to the bottom for real wear.

I sometimes change stitch textures on the shoe top — front loop-only rounds or puff stitches add visual interest and a handmade feel.

Play with strap width and length so they sit perfectly on different foot shapes; you may increase or decrease rows for a custom fit.

Make matching sets by crocheting a small hat or mittens using the same color accents and trims to create a coordinated baby gift set.

Dont be afraid to experiment — these sneakers are forgiving and designed to accept small adjustments, which makes them a fun project to personalize and practice new techniques.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the invisible join at the end of rounds can leave an unfinished seam; always perform the invisible join to create a neat, continuous edge. ✗ Not measuring inner foot length before starting can produce the wrong size shoes; measure the childs foot or follow the foundation chain table to select the right size. ✗ Crocheting with inconsistent tension makes the sole and sides uneven; maintain consistent tension and check your gauge periodically to ensure size accuracy. ✗ Forgetting to work in the unused loops of the foundation chain will distort the sole shape; turn and work in the unused loops on the other side exactly as instructed. ✗ Neglecting to break and weave yarn tails at indicated times can make finishing messy; break the yarn where directed and weave ends or leave the specified tail for sewing or joining.

Velcro sneakers Pattern

Create stylish Velcro baby sneakers with this detailed crochet pattern. Youll make mini sneakers with a reinforced sole, stitched sides, shoe top, tongue and Velcro straps in four sizes from newborn to 9 months. The pattern includes full round-by-round instructions, photos and finishing tips so you can follow along with confidence. Perfect for handmade gifts, baby showers or small shop items.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Velcro sneakers Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Hobbii Rainbow Deluxe 8/4 (Original yarn) - 100% Turkish cotton, 170 m/186 yds per 50 g skein, approx. 105-155 yards total
  • 02
    Substitute yarn: #1 Super Fine / Fingering weight 100% cotton (use equivalent yardage; green listed in the table)
  • 03
    Alternative yarn option: Hobbii Baby Cotton Organic Mercerized (use similar yardage and weight)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 1.75 mm
  • 02
    Measuring tape
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Tapestry needle
  • 06
    Textile glue
  • 07
    Velcro tape and 6 mm diameter Velcro dots
  • 08
    Baby shoe displays (optional) for fitting while crocheting

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— NOTE :

Info :

The height-adjustment chains at the beginning of the round count as one stitch in the overall stitch count for the round. The first stitch at the beginning of the round is worked into the same stitch from which the height-adjustment chain emerges.

— STEP 1. SOLE/BOTTOM :

Info :

Make 4 soles. Chain foundation stitches as specified per size. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain. PM to indicate the beginning of the round.

Size newborn baby :

Chain 18. Stitches are worked around both sides of the foundation chain. PM to indicate the beginning of the round.

Round 1 :

ch 2, 2 dc in the 18th ch, 16 dc, 5 dc in one st; turn around and work in the unused loops on the other side : 16 dc, dc inc, sl-st (42)

Round 2 :

ch 1, 2 inc, 7sc, 2 hdc, 7dc, rep(dc inc)*5, 7 dc, 2 hdc, 7sc, 2 inc, 1 sc, sl-st (52)

Round 3 :

ch 2, rep(dc inc)*4, 16 dc, rep(dc inc)*10, 16 dc, rep(dc inc)*4, 1dc, sl-st (70)

Round 4 :

ch 1, 1 hdc in every st by the end of the rnd (70). Break the working yarn. Invisible join in the round.

Info :

Connect 2 soles together for sole reinforcement. Hold 2 soles wrong side in and crochet slip stitches along the edge, joining both soles together. Work slip stitches in the foundation chain for connecting the two soles in the middle.

Size 0-3 months baby :

Chain 20.

Round 1 :

ch 2, 2 dc in the 20th chain, 18 dc, 5 dc in the last ch; turn around and work in the unused loops on the other side: 18 dc, 2 dc in the last ch, sl-st (46)

Round 2 :

ch 1, 2 inc , 8 sc, 2 hdc, 8 dc, rep(dc inc)*5, 8 dc, 2 hdc, 8 sc, 2 inc, 1 sc, sl-st (56)

Round 3 :

ch 2, rep(dc inc)*4, 18 dc, rep(dc inc)*10, 18 dc, rep(dc inc)*4, 1 dc, sl-st (74)

Round 4 :

ch1, 1 hdc in every st to the end of rnd (74). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 3-6 months baby :

Chain 22.

Round 1 :

ch 2, 2 dc in the 22nd chain, 20 dc, 5 dc in the last ch; turn around and work in the unused loops on the other side: 20 dc, 2 dc in the last st, sl-st (50)

Round 2 :

ch 1, 2 inc , 9 sc, 2 hdc, 9 dc, rep(dc inc)*5, 9 dc, 2 hdc, 9 sc, 2 inc, 1 sc, sl-st (60)

Round 3 :

ch 2, rep(dc inc)*4, 20 dc, rep(dc inc)*10, 20 dc, rep(dc inc)*4, 1dc, sl-st (78)

Round 4 :

ch 1, 1 hdc in every st to the end of rnd (78). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 6-9 months baby :

Chain 24.

Round 1 :

ch 2, 2 dc in the 24th chain, 22 dc, 5 dc in the last ch; turn around and work in the unused loops on the other side: 22 dc, 2 dc in the last ch, sl-st (54)

Round 2 :

ch 1, 2 inc , 10 sc, 2 hdc, 10 dc, rep(dc inc)*5, 10 dc, 2 hdc, 10 sc, 2 inc, 1 sc, sl-st (64)

Round 3 :

ch 2, rep(dc inc)*4, 22 dc, rep(dc inc)*10, 22 dc, rep(dc inc)*4, 1dc, sl-st (82)

Round 4 :

ch1, 1 hdc in every st to the end of rnd (82). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

— STEP 2. THE SIDES OF SOLE :

Info :

Start crocheting from the middle of the heel, thread the working yarn into slip stitching chain.

Size newborn baby :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO of the stitching chain: ch 1, sc in the next st, 68 sc, sl-st (70). Rnd 2: ch1, 69 sc, sl-st (70). Rnd 3: ch1, 69 sc (70). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 0-3 months :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st ,72 sc, sl-st (74). Rnd 2: ch 1, 73 sc, sl-st (74). Rnds 3 - 4 : rep Rnd 2 (74). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 3-6 months :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st, 76 sc, sl-st (78). Rnd 2: ch 1, 77 sc, sl-st (78). Rnds 3 - 5 : rep Rnd 2 (78). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 6-9 months :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st , 80 sc, sl-st (82). Rnd 2: ch 1, 81 sc, sl-st (82). Rnds 3 - 5 : rep Rnd 2 (82). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

— STEP 3. STITCHING :

Info :

Same for all sizes. Using main color yarn crochet slip stitches (face loops inside) along the last round of the sides of the sole. Break the working yarn, leaving approx. 4 cm.

— STEP 4. SHOE TOP :

Info :

Use main color yarn. Join for working in the round. Start crocheting from the middle of the heel.

Size newborn baby :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO of the stitching chain: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st, 68 sc, sl-st (70).

Round 2 :

ch 2, 7 dc, 8 sc, 7 dc, rep(dc2tog)*12, 7 dc, 8 sc, 8 dc, sl-st (58)

Round 3 :

ch 2, 5 dc, 8 sc, 9 dc, rep(dc2tog)*6, 9 dc, 8 sc, 6 dc, sl-st (52)

Round 4 :

ch 2, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 7 sc, 5 dc, 6 sc, 7 sc flo, 5 sc, 5 dc, 8 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc (52). Break the working yarn, leaving approx. 5 cm/2 in, make invisible join in the round.

Size 0-3 months baby :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st , 72 sc, sl-st (74). Rnd 2: ch 1, 73 sc, s sl-st (74). Rnd 3: ch 2, 7 dc, 8 sc, 9 dc, rep(dc2tog)*12, 9 dc, 8 sc, 8 dc, sl-st (62). Rnd 4: ch 2, 5 dc, 8 sc, 11 dc, rep(dc2tog)*6, 11 dc, 8 sc, 6 dc, sl-st (56). Rnd 5: ch 2, 4 dc, 1 hdc, 6 sc, 6 dc, 1 hdc, 6 sc, 7 sc flo, 5 sc, 1 hdc, 6 dc, 6 sc 1 hdc, 4 dc (56). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 3-6 months baby :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st , 76 sc, sl-st (78). Rnd 2: ch 2, 5 hdc, 57 sc, 5 hdc, sl-st (78). Rnd 3: ch 2, 7 dc, 8 sc, 11 dc, rep(dc2tog)*12, 11dc, 8 sc, 8 dc, sl-st (66). Rnd 4: ch 2, 5 dc, 8 sc, 13 dc, rep(dc2tog)*6, 13 dc, 8 sc, 6 dc, sl-st (60). Rnd 5: ch 2, 5 hdc, 6 sc, 8 dc, 1 hdc, 6 sc, 7 sc flo, 5 sc, 1 hdc, 8 dc, 6 sc, 6 hdc (60). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

Size 6-9 months baby :

Rnd 1: crochet FLO: ch 1, 1 sc in the next st , 80 sc, sl-st (82). Rnd 2: ch 2, 5 hdc, 71 sc, 5 hdc, sl-st (82). Rnd 3: ch 2, 7 dc, 8 sc, 13dc, rep(dc2tog)*12, 13dc, 8 sc, 8 dc, sl-st (70). Rnd 4: ch 2, 5 dc, 7 sc, 14 dc, rep(dc2tog)*8, 14 dc, 7 sc, 6 dc, sl-st (62). Rnd 5: ch 2, 2 hdc, 6 sc, 9 dc, 1 hdc, 7 sc, 9 sc flo, 6 sc, 1 hdc, 9 dc, 6 sc, 6 hdc (62). Break the working yarn, invisible join in the round.

— STEP 5. TONGUE OF SNEAKERS :

Info :

Use the white color yarn. Work back and forth. Turn the booties inside out and start crocheting from the half loop of the row of the top of the boot.

Size newborn baby - Row 1 :

ch 1, 7 sc, turn (8)

Row 2 :

ch 2, 3 dc, dc inc, 3 dc, turn (9)

Row 3 :

ch 1, 8 sc, turn (9)

Row 4 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 4 dc, dc inc, 1 dc, turn (11)

Row 5 :

ch 1, 10 sc, turn (11)

Row 6 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 6 dc, dc inc, 1dc, turn (13)

Row 7 :

ch 1, 12 sc, turn (13)

Row 8 :

2 sc, 1 hdc, 6 dc, 1 hdc, 2 sc (12). Break the working yarn. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

Size 0-3, 3-6 months baby - Row 1 :

ch 1, 7 sc, turn (8)

Row 2 :

ch 2, 3 dc, dc inc, 3 dc, turn (9)

Row 3 :

ch 1, 8 sc, turn (9)

Row 4 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 4 dc, dc inc, 1 dc, turn (11)

Row 5 :

ch 1, 10 sc, turn (11)

Row 6 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 6 dc, dc inc, 1dc, turn (13)

Row 7 :

ch 1, 12 sc, turn (13)

Row 8 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 8 dc, dc inc, 1 dc, turn (15)

Row 9 :

ch 1, 14 sc, turn (15)

Row 10 :

2 sc, 1 hdc, 8 dc, 1 hdc, 2 sc (14). Break the working yarn. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

Size 6-9 months baby - Row 1 :

ch 1, 9 sc, turn (10)

Row 2 :

ch 2, 4 dc, dc inc, 4 dc, turn (11)

Row 3 :

ch 1, 10 sc, turn (11)

Row 4 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 6 dc, dc inc, 1 dc, turn (13)

Row 5 :

ch 1, 12 sc, turn (13)

Row 6 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 8 dc, dc inc, 1dc, turn (15)

Row 7 :

ch 1, 14 sc, turn (15)

Row 8 :

ch 2, 1 dc, dc inc, 10 dc, dc inc, 1dc, turn (17)

Row 9 :

ch 1, 16 sc, turn (17)

Row 10 :

2 sc, 2 hdc, 8 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc (16). Break the working yarn. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

— STEP 6. VELCRO CLOSURES :

Info :

Use main color yarn. Work back and forth to create closures. Glue loop parts to closure and hook parts to shoe side after finishing.

Size newborn baby - Left shoe :

Count 19 sts to the right from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 20th st. Row 1: ch 1 , 2 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Row 2: ch 2, 3 hdc, 2 sc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 5 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 1, 2 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Rows 6-11 (6 rows): ch1, 5 sc, turn. Row 12: ch 1, 2 sc, 3 hdc. Break the working yarn. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

Size newborn baby - Right shoe :

Count 15 sts to the left from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 16th st. Row 1: ch 2, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 2 sc, turn. Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc, 3 hdc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 5 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 2, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 2 sc, turn. Rows 6-11 (6 rows): ch 1, 5 sc, turn. Row 12: ch1, 2 sc, 3 hdc. Break the working yarn. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner st. Glue loop parts to closure and hook parts to shoe sides.

Size baby 0-3, 3-6 months - Left shoe :

Count 23 sts to the right from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 24th st. Row 1: ch 1 , 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Row 2: ch 2, 3 hdc, 3 sc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 6 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 1, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Rows 6-13 (8 rows): ch 1, 6 sc, turn. Row 14: ch 2, 3 hdc, 3 sc. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

Size baby 0-3, 3-6 months - Right shoe :

Count 17 sts to the left from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 18th st. Row 1: ch 2, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc, turn. Row 2: ch 1, 3 sc, 3 hdc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 6 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 2, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc, turn. Rows 6-13 (8 rows): ch1, 6 sc, turn. Row 14: ch 1, 3 sc, 3 hdc. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch. Glue loop parts to closure and hook parts to shoe sides.

Size baby 6-9 months - Left shoe :

Count 23 sts to the right from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 24th st. Row 1: ch 1 , 3 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Row 2: ch 2, 3 hdc, 4 sc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 7 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 1, 3 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, turn. Rows 6-13 (8 rows): ch 1, 7 sc, turn. Row 14: ch 2, 3 hdc, 4 sc. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch.

Size baby 6-9 months - Right shoe :

Count 17 sts to the left from the middle of the heel and insert hook into the 18th st. Row 1: ch 2, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc, turn. Row 2: ch 1, 4 sc, 3 hdc, turn. Rows 3-4 (2 rows): ch 1, 7 sc, turn. Row 5: ch 2, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc, turn. Rows 6-13 (8 rows): ch1, 7 sc, turn. Row 14: ch 1, 4 sc, 3 hdc. Work sc along the top edge. Crochet 2 sc in the corner stitch. Glue loop parts to closure and hook parts to shoe sides.

— STEP 7. FINAL STITCHING :

Info :

Using white color yarn crochet slip stitches along the top edge of the sneakers and straps. How to do this see in video. Your fashion baby booties are finished!

Assembly Instructions

  • Connect two soles wrong side in and crochet slip stitches along the edge to join both soles together; work slip stitches in the foundation chain to connect the two soles in the middle for reinforcement.
  • After joining the soles, crochet the sides of the sole from the middle of the heel and finish with slip stitches (face loops inside) to attach the sides neatly to the sole.
  • Attach the shoe top by joining in the round at the middle of the heel and following rounds exactly; break yarn and make an invisible join where instructed for a neat seam.
  • Sew or crochet the tongue into place starting from the half loop row; work single crochet along the top edge and add two single crochet in corner stitches for secure attachment.
  • Glue loop (soft) Velcro parts to the strap closures and glue or sew hook (hard) Velcro parts to the shoe sides as shown in the photos, positioning according to the stitch counts given.

Important Notes

  • 💡Measure the inner foot length before crocheting to select the correct foundation chain and size; use the table for average data if direct measurement is not possible.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to indicate the beginning of rounds and important placement points, especially when joining foundation chains and working in the round.
  • 💡Keep tension consistent and use the recommended 1.75mm hook or go 0.25-0.5 mm smaller if your stitch gauge produces a larger sole than desired.
  • 💡Use baby shoe displays while making the booties to try on as you work and to help maintain the correct size and shape while finishing and drying.

This adorable Velcro sneakers pattern brings stylish baby footwear to life with a reinforced sole and realistic strap details. Perfect for gifting or selling at baby showers and craft fairs. The detailed, photo-assisted instructions make the process enjoyable and achievable. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 👟

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FAQs

What sizes are included in this pattern?

The pattern includes four sizes: Newborn (8 cm inner foot), 0-3 months, 3-6 months and 6-9 months, with foundation chains and stitch counts given for each size.

What yarn and hook should I use?

The original yarn is Hobbii Rainbow Deluxe 8/4 (100% Turkish cotton). Use a 1.75 mm crochet hook as recommended, or adjust by 0.25-0.5 mm to achieve the correct gauge.

Can I make these shoes in a different yarn weight?

Yes, you can substitute a different yarn weight, but it will change the finished size; adjust the hook accordingly and re-check gauge to match the intended dimensions.

How do I attach the Velcro pieces?

Glue the loop parts to the strap closures and the hook parts to the shoe sides as shown in the photos, or sew them for extra security; ensure correct positioning by counting stitches from the heel as instructed.