If you’ve never been to Quebec in the winter, to say it gets cold is a serious understatement. Frigid is more like the word to describe a typical Quebec winter. It makes sense, then, that the Quebecois have become accustomed to wearing knitted or crocheted booties called “pantoufles”, or, “slippers” when translated from French. It was there that I fell in love with crocheted booties and it’s now a tradition to make a new pair every year or two. In honor of my love for Quebec (just not the cold!), here’s how to crochet booties.
How To Crochet Booties
Leather Soles
I absolutely love these leather soled wool booties! They have great shape and come up perfectly around the ankle. The leather soles are an especially nice touch of added style. I suggest Lion Brand wool for durable yet affordable yarn. You can find a great selection of colors for about $8/skein at Michaels.
Rope Soles
Soft and cozy on top and sturdy on the bottom. These jute rope slippers are a perfect balance of comfort, style, and durability. And they’re just adorable!
Mistletoes
Give a new meaning to “mistletoe” with these fun and festive holly berry slippers.
Puppy Love
Man’s Foot’s best friend! These puppy dog slippers are just too much fun! I know of some nieces and friends who would love to get these as gifts. Find these and 4 other animal inspired designs by Vicki Becker on Amazon.
Bow Tie
Make your feet look oh-so-pretty in these bow tie adorned slippers. The matching red edge around the foot opening is such an easy way to finish off the look.
Snow Hearts
I ♥ these slippers! The multi-toned toe and foot hugging shape spread the love in particular.
Loafers
Channel all the best style from Vans and Sperry with these crocheted loafers. My husband would completely love wearing these around the house on his days off!
Crocheted Moccasins
How incredibly fun are these crocheted moccasins!? The bright colors are especially cheerful and the tassels are such a fantastic final touch!
Before you go, check out my post on how to make your own snow globes for Christmas.
Find these fantastic bootie patterns and products from:
Leather Soles found via The Woot
Rope Sole available from Magic4Kids
Mistletoe Slippers found on Yarnspirations
Puppy Love Slippers by Vicki Becker in “Fun Family Slippers” found on Amazon
Bow Tie pattern found on Etsy
Snow Heart pattern sold on Ravelry
Loafers via Etsy
Moccasins shared by Just B Crafty
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