How to Crochet Red and White Christmas Baby Booties (Size 0–3 Months)

Materials & tools you'll need

Step 1 — Work the half double crochet rectangle

With red yarn, make a slip knot and chain 30. Work a half double crochet into the third chain from the hook and in each chain across, then chain 1 and turn. For rows 2 through 6, work half double crochet across each row, chaining 1 and turning at the end of every row. For a denser fabric that holds its shape well on tiny feet, insert your hook under the entire stitch rather than just the top two loops as you work these rows.

Step 2 — Fold and seam the side to shape the bootie

After completing row 6, chain 1 to prepare for shaping. Fold the rectangle over on itself and loop the working yarn through to the opposite side of the fabric to hold the two layers together. Work single crochet all the way up this side to seam the two layers together, working two single crochets into the same stitch at the corner to help it turn cleanly. Continue single crocheting down the long side of the rectangle until you reach the end, then fasten off and weave in the ends.

Step 3 — Attach the white yarn and work the first trim section

Attach white yarn at the corner diagonally opposite where you finished the seam in the previous step. Insert your hook into that corner stitch, draw up a loop of white yarn, chain 1, then work single crochet into the first six stitches around the opening of the bootie.

Step 4 — Work the eyelet gap and first half double crochet trim round

Chain a small gap of stitches to create an eyelet opening at the front of the bootie, then work 16 half double crochet stitches around the remainder of the opening, again inserting your hook under the entire stitch for a denser trim to match the body of the bootie. Join the round with a slip stitch, then chain a matching small gap to set up the eyelet for the next round.

Step 5 — Work the second trim round and finish

Work a second round of 16 half double crochet stitches around the opening, matching the stitch placement of the round below to keep the eyelet gaps aligned. Unlike the first trim round, leave this final round unjoined rather than closing it with a slip stitch. Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely, and your finished pair of red and white Christmas baby booties is ready to gift or wear.

Frequently asked questions

What basic stitches do I need to know to make these Christmas baby booties?
You'll need a basic understanding of single crochet and half double crochet, along with slip stitch and chain stitch. All four are simple, foundational stitches, which makes this a good project for beginners.

How can I make these baby booties denser for tiny feet?
Insert your hook under the entire stitch rather than just the top two loops while working the half double crochet rows and trim rounds. This produces a thicker, denser fabric that holds its shape better on tiny baby feet.

How do I shape and close these crochet baby booties?
Fold the finished rectangle over on itself and loop the working yarn through to the opposite side to hold the two layers together, then work single crochet up the long side to seam it closed, working two single crochets into the corner stitch to help it turn cleanly.

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