Beaded Crochet Sandals with Crocheted Soles
Crochet Sandals with Flowers: A Beautiful Blend of Comfort and Style
Crochet sandals are the perfect project for combining creativity with practicality, and these Crochet Sandals with Flowers are no exception. Featuring a sturdy crocheted sole, soft cotton yarn, and delicate artificial flowers for decoration, these sandals are both fashionable and functional. Whether you’re looking to make a charming addition to your summer wardrobe or a thoughtful handmade gift, this pattern delivers on every front.
The standout feature of these sandals is their customizable design. The soles, made from durable cotton rug yarn, provide the perfect foundation for the airy white top section, which is carefully shaped to ensure a snug yet comfortable fit. Add elastic for support and embellish with artificial flowers to create a stunning, whimsical aesthetic. With size adjustments for small, medium, and large, you can make a pair for anyone, regardless of foot size.
This project is an excellent way to showcase your crochet skills while crafting a piece that’s both practical and visually striking. Perfect for casual summer outings, these sandals are sure to garner compliments and appreciation. Dive into this delightful pattern and enjoy the process of creating your own handcrafted footwear!
Wondering about which modern yarn to use in place of “rug yarn”? Read our article: The Best Yarn Choices for Crocheted Shoe Soles.
This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Coats & Clark’s Quick Tricks to Crochet Book No. 326 (1956). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are ©Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2024. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Crochet Sandals with Flowers
Key Details
- Yarn: Coats & Clark’s O.N.T. Cotton Rug Yarn, Art. C.204
- Colors: No. 1 White and No. 12 Black
- Hook Size: Milwards Steel Crochet Hook No. 2/0 (double zero)
- Gauge: 4 sc make 1 inch
- Size Options: Small, Medium, and Large (adjustments provided)
- Additional Materials: Elastic, artificial flowers for decoration
Materials
- Yarn: Coats & Clark’s O.N.T. Cotton Rug Yarn in White (2 skeins) and Black (1 skein).
- Hook: Milwards Steel Crochet Hook No. 2/0 (double zero).
- Accessories: Elastic and artificial flowers.
Abbreviations
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single crochet
- half dc: Half double crochet
- rnd: Round
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- inc: Increase
Pattern
Sole (Make 2)
- With Black Rug Yarn, chain 27 (29, 31) for Small (Medium, Large). This chain should measure approximately 5¾ (6¼, 6¾) inches.
- Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, half dc in next 11 (12, 13) ch, sc in next 2 ch, half dc in next 11 (12, 13) ch, 6 half dc in last ch (toe end). Work along the opposite side of the chain: half dc in next 11 (12, 13) ch, sc in next 2 ch, half dc in next 11 (12, 13) ch, sc in last ch (heel end). Do not join rounds.
- Rnd 2: Sc in next 13 (14, 15) sts, half dc in next 28 (30, 32) sts across the toe, increasing 5 sts evenly spaced. Continue around, making 2 sc in each heel st.
- Rnds 3 & 4: Sc evenly around, increasing 5 sc at the toe and 3 sc at the heel. Break off yarn.
Repeat to make a second sole. With wrong sides together, sew the two soles using a slip stitch or single crochet.
Top
- With White yarn, chain 2, leaving a 6-inch sewing tail.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2: 2 sc in sc (1 increase). Ch 1, turn.
- Row 3: 2 sc in first sc (1 increase), sc in next sc. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 4: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Continue, increasing 1 sc at both ends of every other row twice, then every 4th row once. Work evenly until you complete 16 rows.
Sides
- Right Side: Work sc along the edge of the top, making sc in the ends of the first 7 rows. Ch 1, turn, and work these stitches for 8 rows.
- Shaping: Decrease 2 sc at the end of the next row, then turn. Sl st in the first sc of the following row, sc across, and break off.
- Left Side: Repeat the same process for the opposite side.
Attach elastic along the upper edge of the top and sc over it for a neat finish.
Assembly
- Align the white top with the black sole and sew the top to the sole securely.
- Add artificial flowers as embellishments to the toe or sides for a decorative finish.
- Repeat for the second slipper.
A Stylish and Functional Finish
These Crochet Sandals with Flowers blend style and practicality, making them perfect for warm-weather wear or as a thoughtful gift. The combination of sturdy soles and a charming floral trim ensures a delightful result. Let your creativity shine with this timeless project!
