Crochet Slippers Free Pattern with Video, Magic Slippers
This crochet slippers free pattern is shaped from a simple rectangle. The transformation is almost magical and hence the name Magic Slippers.
These slippers are really easy and beginner-friendly, no increasing or decreasing. Once you repeat two rows to make a rectangle, all you have to do is fold and shape the slippers.
I was inspired by knit slippers I saw on YouTube, but I honestly didn’t expect it to turn out looking so good. I think the ribbing effect of the stitch makes all the difference and adds the much-needed pizzazz to this simple design.
When you try this crochet slippers free pattern, you will also learn a new stitch called the half double crochet slip stitch. I have included a video at the end of the blog post to make it easy for visual learners.
Crochet Slippers Free Pattern
Note: There is a full video tutorial at the end of this blog post.
Materials
1. Size 4 worsted weight yarn. Loops and Threads Impeccable yarn in colors Putty and Barley were used for the sample slippers.
2. Size J(6mm) hook
3. Tapestry needle to weave in the end and shape the slippers
4. Four 3/4-inch metal buttons for embellishment
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Finished Size
Note: Sizes are based on US shoe sizes.
Size 5: 8-1/4 inches long
Size 6: 8-3/4 inches long
Size 7: 9 inches long
Size 8: 9-1/4 inches long
Size 9: 9-3/4 inches long
Size 10: 10 inches long
Yardage
Around 160-200 Yards depending on the size you are making.
Stitch Abbreviations
ch-chain
sc-single crochet
hslst- half double crochet slip stitch
YO-yarn over
Gauge
12.5 hslst= 4 inches
Stitch Explanations
Half double crochet slip stitch(hslst): YO, insert your hook into the next st, YO and pull through the stitch and the 2 loops on your hook. You can watch the video at the end of this post.
Crochet Pattern
Note: Stitch counts are given in the order Size 5(6, 7, 8, 9, 10). Alternate numbers have been highlighted for ease.
Ch 26(27, 28, 30, 32, 33)
Row 1: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across to end, turn.——-25(26, 27, 29, 31, 32) sts
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st here and throughout), hslst in same st as ch 1, hslst in each st across to end, turn.—–25(26, 27, 29, 31, 32) sts
Row 3: Ch 1 (does not count as a st here and throughout), 1 sc in same st as ch 1, 1 sc in each st across to end, turn.——-25(26, 27, 29, 31, 32) sts
Keep repeating Rows 2 and 3 until your rectangle measures 8( 8, 8-1/2, 8-1/2, 9, 9) inches, fasten off with a 1-1/2 yard tail for sewing.
Shaping the Crochet Slippers
Pattern Notes
- The side where you have 2 tails hanging will form the ankle side and the opposite side will form the toe side.
- The textured side is the right side of the slipper.
Left Slipper- Cinching Toe Side
Note: You can see the video given at the end.
Keep the rectangle textured side up. The toe side should be at the top.
For the left slipper, from the right edge, fold in a little more than 1/3rd of the rectangle and place a marker. Open the fold, use a 2-yard strand of yarn and make a running stitch along the very edge of the marked part taking care to catch only one loop.
Pull both ends to cinch. Do not cinch too tight or you will feel a lump in your slipper. Tie both ends to hold it in place and sew any opening shut working through the very edge and catching only 1 loop at a time, knot to secure.
Sew back to get your yarn near the marker, do not trim the excess yarn. We will come back to this part later after sewing the ankle side.
Right Slipper-Cinching Toe Side
Keep the rectangle textured side up. The toe side should be at the top.
For the right slipper, from the left edge, fold in a little more than 1/3rd of the rectangle and place a marker. Cinch the left side this time and seam it just like you did with your left slipper.
Seaming the Ankle- Left and Right Slippers
Note: When you seam the ankle side or the back of your slipper, the seam will be worked 1/2 inch inwards along the top half to make it snug.
Fold the ankle side in the middle, align the top edges, using the yarn tail left, start seaming the ankle working 1/2 inch inside, work along a slanting line to hit the middle, and from there work along the very edge to join the 2 layers.
Make a couple of knots. The ankle seam will be a little to the side because of the way these slippers are shaped.
Closing the Toe Side- Left and Right Slipper
Turn the slipper right side out. The flap will fold to the right for the right slipper and to the left for the left slipper.
Now insert your foot into the slipper. If you are making it for someone else and the slipper is too small to fit, just insert the front of your foot.
Fold the flap over as far as possible and sew in place using the yarn tail left at the toe side. You can use a running stitch. Since tapestry needle is blunt you don’t have to worry about poking your foot.
Finishing the Crochet Slipper
1. Sew on 2 or 3 buttons to the edge of the flap for embellishment. Repeat with the other slipper.
2. Weave in any tails left along the inner side of the slipper.
You might also like my quick Free One Hour Crochet Slippers and my Spa Day Slippers which is perfect for spring.
You can find more free crochet slipper patterns on Allfreecrochet.
Watch a web story on these crochet slippers here.
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This is so cute and looks so easy. I cannot thank you enough. I definitely will be making these slippers. Bravo girl
Thank you so much.
CAN’T WAIT TO TRY SLIPPER DIRECTIONS. HAVE MANY OLDER FRIENDS WHO WILL ENJOY THESE AS GIFTS
These are so clever! I will use this pattern to use up some extra yarn and share with family and friends. thank you
You are very welcome. I am glad you like the design.
lovely stitch pattern!
Thank you so much.
You are doing a back loop half double crochet row and then a single crochet row.
There is no such thing as a slip stitch half double.
Love the pattern. So does my sister. Thanks
Hi Ellen, look carefully, I am not doing a regular half double crochet where you pull through 3 loops. I am pulling through 2 loops instead.
I am a left-handed and have tried to crochet with a lot of trouble trying to convert patterns. Do you have a left-handed version or any suggestions!
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Hi Barb, I am really sorry, I looked for something that would help me mirror the video but couldn’t find it.
I am also a left-handed crocheter and I think you will find this pattern very easy to visualize and convert, which is never easy for me. It’s a great pattern!
I love the look of this beautiful slipper. Thanks so much for the pattern.
Want to make size 5 and if I am reading the pattern correctly, I will actually be making an 8 inch square. Is this correct?
It should be 8-1/4 inches long and 8 inches wide.
Oh ok, thank you. I’ve started the first rectange which is 8″ wide, so i should keep making rows until it measures 8 1/4, with both tail on same side?
Mmm, it was supposed to measure 8-1/4 along the vertical lines. But I guess a 1/4 inch won’t matter much. You can make it 8 inches wide.
Thanks for this pattern, it’s beautiful! I too am having difficulty understanding measurements, since your comments here don’t match what is written above. I got the impression it was an 8″ square and nowhere do I see 8 1/4″ except here in comments. I am at beginner level, so maybe I simply don’t get it. My square ended up being slanted and does not look like yours, but opposite. Not sure what I did wrong, I followed your video and written instructions. Maybe I will just have to come back to it at some point.
Right above the heading ‘Shaping your CRochet Slippers” it tells you how wide your rectangle should be. A little slant is the nature of the stitch. Just tug on it before you shape it and you should be fine.
Love these! Thank you!
Reminds me of the slippers my grandma knitted for all the grandkids.
Beautifl work Thanks
You have listed a worsted weight #4, but I believe impeccable is a bulky yarn? Either way I’m excited to make these tonight!
Nevermind, it says bulky on ravelry. I was just confused. I watched the video. Thank you!
Hi Jen, the one I used is size 4, worsted weight yarn. Maybe Impeccable comes in bulkier weight too. So please don’t be confused.
Where on earth did you get those kool plastic inserts?
I got them from Amazon.
I’ve searched Amazon…can you give me a hint what to search?…please and thank you☺
Here is the one I bought: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNMVY8M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1