by Crocheting for babies is a rewarding and joyful experience. These Easy Daisy Baby Booties combine a simple bootie pattern with a sweet daisy applique on top—perfect for beginner to intermediate crocheters. These booties are soft, adorable, and ideal for spring or summer babies.
In this guide, you’ll learn to crochet these charming booties step by step, complete with a daisy flower on the toe.
Materials You’ll Need
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Worsted Weight Yarn (Category 4):
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Main color (bootie body): e.g., pastel pink, cream, or mint
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White (daisy petals)
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Yellow (daisy center)
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Hook: 4.0mm (G-6) crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
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Stitch markers (optional but helpful)
Size Information
This tutorial is for 0–3 months size booties (~3.5 inches/9 cm in sole length). You can adjust sizing by changing hook size or using lighter/thicker yarn.
✏️ Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
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ch – chain
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sc – single crochet
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hdc – half double crochet
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dc – double crochet
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sl st – slip stitch
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st(s) – stitch(es)
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inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
PART 1: Bootie Sole
Round 1:
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Ch 10
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In 2nd ch from hook: 2 sc
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Sc in next 6 ch, hdc in next, 5 hdc in last ch
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Now working on the other side of chain: hdc in next, sc in next 6, 2 sc in last
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Sl st to first sc to join. (24 sts)
Round 2:
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Ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next 7, 2 sc in next 5 sts, sc in next 7, 2 sc in last 2 sts
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Sl st to join. (33 sts)
Round 3:
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Ch 1, sc in each st around in BLO (back loop only)
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Sl st to join. (33 sts)
This forms the sole with a clean edge for the upper bootie.
PART 2: Upper Bootie
Round 4:
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Ch 1, sc in next 9, sc2tog 5 times (decreasing toe), sc in last 14 sts
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Sl st to join. (28 sts)
Round 5:
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Ch 1, sc in next 8, sc2tog 4 times, sc in last 12 sts
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Sl st to join. (24 sts)
Round 6:
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Ch 1, sc in next 8, sc2tog 2 times, sc in last 12 sts
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Sl st to join. (22 sts)
Round 7:
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Ch 1, sc in each st around
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Fasten off and weave in ends.
Repeat steps 1–7 to make the second bootie.
PART 3: Daisy Flower Appliqué
Make 2 daisies (one for each bootie).
Yellow Center:
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With yellow yarn:
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Magic ring, ch 1, make 6 sc into the ring.
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Pull tight and sl st to join.
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Fasten off.
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White Petals:
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Attach white yarn in any stitch of the yellow center.
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(Ch 3, dc in same st, ch 3, sl st in next st) – repeat 6 times to create 6 petals.
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Fasten off and weave in ends.
PART 4: Assemble the Booties
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Using a tapestry needle and matching yarn, sew the daisy to the top front of each bootie (the toe area).
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Secure well but avoid sewing through both layers of the bootie to keep it stretchy.
Optional Customizations
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Add a strap and button: Crochet a small strap and sew on a baby-safe button for Mary Jane-style booties.
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Add a soft ribbon around the ankle for decoration.
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Try multicolor daisies or even tiny ladybug appliqués for variation.
Washing and Care
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Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent.
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Lay flat to dry.
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Avoid hot water or tumble drying, especially if using natural fibers like cotton or wool.
Great for Gifting or Selling!
These booties are a favorite for:
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Baby showers
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Newborn photo props
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Handmade gift baskets
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Craft markets or Etsy shops
They work up quickly, making them a great project for last-minute gifts or charity donations.
Final Thoughts
The Easy Crochet Daisy Baby Booties are not only adorable but also practical and comfortable for little feet. With their soft sole and bright floral touch, they’re a sweet addition to any baby outfit. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, you’ll enjoy making—and gifting—these tiny treasures.
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