I always have cold feet and have often been found to be wearing at least 2 pairs of socks in addition to slippers! Designing my own free crochet slipper pattern seemed like a logical step! Now I can whip up a pair whenever my feet are feeling a bit chilly!
Designed with comfort in mind, this simple crochet slipper pattern is ideal for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Whether you’re making a cosy gift or treating yourself, these crocheted slippers for adults are quick to make and wonderfully practical.
Crafted using basic granny squares, the Windermere Slippers work up in no time and offer a beautifully soft, cushioned feel. The pattern includes step-by-step instructions, making it an easy-to-follow project that you can complete in a weekend.
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More about the Crochet Slippers
I came up with the idea for the slippers when I was on holiday this year. We went to Lake Windermere in the summer, hoping against all hope that it was going to be nice and sunny and hot!
No such luck! It rained a lot and was generally chilly most of the time! We still had a lovely time nonetheless. But it was definitely a sweater and slippers kind of an affair, as opposed to shorts and flip flops!
And that is where the name Windermere Slippers came from! I hope you like them and that they will keep you toes nice and toasty like mine do for me!
Autumn Harvest Blog Hop
I’m excited to be taking part in the Autumn Harvest Blog Hop hosted by Stardust Gold Crochet during October 2024.
The blog hop is filled with beautiful and free fall patterns. There is a new free pattern every day throughout the month and my slippers will feature on October 21st.
The blog hop format lets you hop from one designers blog to another, discovering new crochet designers to follow and beautiful patterns to download and keep.
To access the free patterns, head to the main blog post to get the daily coupon code:
Then come back here and click the link below to download your free pdf pattern:
How are the Crochet Slippers Made?
This free crochet slipper pattern is super easy to follow and there is a full-length video tutorial to use if you are a visual learner.
We start the slippers by creating 6 granny square motifs and 1 granny triangle motif for each slipper.
The motifs are then seamed together in a specific way to create each slipper, making sure the triangle is added on opposite sides for the 2 slippers.
Finally an edging is added to the foot opening. An optional ribbing can be added too. Please note, you will need additional yarn for this ribbing.
Styling Your Slippers
There are so many different styling options with these slippers.
You can see from the two different versions I have made that they are completely different.
The first, in a dark grey tweed yarn with no cuff, are simple, sleek and almost dainty.
Whereas the second pair are in a variegated yarn that is modern and fun! The addition of the boot cuff makes them cozy and homely.
So be sure to choose your yarn and optional cuff with the finished user and style in mind.
However you style your slippers, be sure to tag me on social media so I can see your finished project! @concretegemscrochet
Size
One size only: to fit women’s shoe sizes UK 5-9 (US 7-11, EU 38-42)
Each slipper measures 9in (23cm) from heel to toe unstretched.
The slippers stretch and should fit most adult feet.
However, if you want to adjust you can try changing your hook size, or adding an additional round of sc to each square.
How to get the pattern
There are a few different ways that you can get your free crochet slipper pattern.
You can carry on scrolling down and read the pattern free on the blog in US crochet terms. The blog has ads on it, which is how I am able to offer it for free. Please do bookmark the page and come back to it as you work on your pattern though, rather than trying to print it out. Spending time on this page is how I get paid.
Alternatively you can purchase a premium pdf version of the pattern, which includes stitch tutorials, links to lots of video tutorials, schematics and full explanations. The premium pattern comes in US and UK terms. And of course, if you purchase the pattern, it is yours to keep, print and make notes on.
PLEASE NOTE: This listing is for a pdf crochet pattern, written in English. It is not a finished project. You will receive a digital download.
Included in the premium pattern:
A 13 page pdf crochet pattern written in US and UK crochet terms, including images, step by step instructions and guidance.
An accompanying video tutorial.
Stitch tutorials are also included as part of the pattern.
Pattern support if needed.
Difficulty level is Easy
You will need:
Hobbii Tweed Delight, 85% Wool, 10% Acrylic, 5% Viscose (50g/1.7oz, 100m/109yds) – any worsted #4 weight yarn would work here. I used 2 skeins of the colour Scoria (30)
5.0mm (H-8) Crochet Hook or hook needed to meet gauge
A tapestry needle for working in ends
Scissors
Tension:
3 rounds of a granny square motif = 3.5in (9cm) across.
To measure your tension, create a sample motif using the pattern instructions.
Block and measure your swatch.
If your sample swatch is bigger than the tension given, try with a smaller hook size. If your swatch is smaller than the tension given, try with a larger hook size.
Abbreviations
blo – back loop only
ch(s) – chain(s)
ch-sp – chain space
dc – double crochet
MR – magic circle
rep – repeat
RS – right side
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
sl st – slip stitch
sp – space
st(s) – stitch(es)
WS – wrong side
yo – yarn over
* – repeat the instructions from the * as directed
() – repeat the instructions within the brackets as directed
Pattern Notes
Read through the free crochet slipper pattern completely before starting and refer to the stitch tutorials as needed.
ch3 counts as a stitch throughout.
The pattern is written assuming you are using a single colour throughout. If you would like to use yarn from your stash or create a multi-coloured version, you will need to fasten off at the end of each round. Remembering to turn your work, join your new colour in the ch-sp ready to start the next round.
Granny clusters refer to groups of 3dc. This can also include a 3ch and 2dc, and a stacked dc and 2dc, as well as groups with a spike dc in the middle.
A corner ch-sp refers to the ch2-sp between two granny clusters.
When you are adding the triangle to each slipper, be sure to join them on the outside edge of each slipper, not the same edge on both.
You have the option of adding a ribbed cuff to make your slippers into boots. For a very loose cuff, sl st into 2 sts of the slipper opening. For a tighter cuff, crochet into 3 sts of the slipper opening.
If you have a slippery floor you may want to use something like Rico sock stop to make sure you’re safe standing on any surface.
Optional Adjustments
If you would like a slightly smaller slipper, try using a smaller hook size. When you are joining your motifs, use a whip stitch instead of a slip stitch join.
If you would like the foot opening to be smaller, do a second row of single crochet with some single crochet 2 together stitches evenly spaced around.
If you would like a slightly larger slipper, add a round of single crochet to each motif before joining.
Special Stitches
Below are the instructions for all the special stitches you will need for your crochet slipper pattern.
Magic Ring
The magic ring is a fantastic way to start crocheting in the round. It can be a bit complicated though, so do check out my YouTube tutorial above for a visual guide.
- Lay the tail end of the yarn over your palm and wrap the ball end around your first 2 fingers. Cross the yarn over and hold that point with your thumb and forefinger.
- Pull the loop off your fingers, insert your hook into the hole and grab the ball end of the yarn with your hook.
- Pull the yarn back through the loop. At this point, readjust your hand so you are holding the yarn as you normally would.
- Put your middle finger and ring finger into the loop to hold it. Then yarn over and pull through to secure your ring.
You can then start crocheting into the ring in the normal way.
Click here to watch a tutorial of the magic ring.
Slip Stitch Join
If you’re not a fan of sewing seams, the slip stitch join is for you. In this version we’ll be working through 1 loop of each motif. With 2 motifs held together with their RS facing each other:
- Insert your hook into the front loop of the st on the motif nearest you and the back loop of the corresponding st on the motif furthest from you.
- Yarn over.
- Pull through both loops and the loop on your hook.
- Continue across your seam.
Watch a video tutorial of the slip stitch join.
Spike dc
The spike dc is a great way to add texture to a granny square. I used it here to reduce the number of spaces between sts and make the slippers cosier. We make the spike dc in the middle dc of our granny cluster:
- Yarn over and insert your hook into the top of the middle dc 2 rows directly below the row you are working on.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop to the height of the current row.
- (Yarn over and pull through 2) twice.
Watch a video tutorial of the Spike dc here.
Stacked dc
The stacked dc is a lovely alternative to a turning chain. It creates a cleaner, straighter edge for your crochet projects without gaps or uneven edges.
- Insert your hook straight into the very first st of the row/round without chaining first.
- Yarn over and pull through, then yarn over and pull through 2 (completing a single crochet).
- Insert your hook now into the vertical bar of the single crochet st that is furthest from your hook side.
- Yarn over and pull through, then yarn over and pull through 2 (completing a stacked double crochet).
You can watch a video tutorial of the stacked double crochet here.
Pin the Free Crochet Slipper Pattern for Later
Full-length Video Tutorial
If you prefer making your crochet slippers from a video tutorial, hop on over to my YouTube channel and watch the full-length video tutorial.
The Free Crochet Slipper Pattern
US Terminology
GRANNY SQUARE MOTIF
Make 6 for each slipper.
Make an MR.
Round 1: in magic ring, ch3 (counts as a dc throughout), 2dc, (ch2, 3dc) three times, ch2, sl st to top of ch3 to join, turn. [4 granny clusters and 4 ch-sps]
Round 2: (stacked dc, 2dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch-sp, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch-sp three times, sl st to first st to join, turn. [8 granny clusters and 4 ch-sps]
Round 3: (stacked dc, spike dc, dc) in sp between granny clusters, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in corner ch-sp, (dc, spike dc, dc) in sp between granny clusters, rep from * three times, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in final corner ch-sp, sl st to first st to join. [12 granny clusters and 4 ch-sps]
Fasten off and weave in ends. Block to measurements.
GRANNY TRIANGLE MOTIF
Make 1 for each slipper.
Make an MR.
Round 1: in magic ring, ch3 (counts as a dc throughout), 2dc, ch2, 3dc, turn. [2 granny clusters and 1 ch-sp]
Round 2: (stacked dc, 2dc) in first st, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in ch-sp, 3dc in last st, turn. [4 granny clusters and 1 ch-sp]
Round 3: (stacked dc, 2dc) in first st, (dc, spike dc, dc) in sp between granny clusters, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in corner ch-sp, (dc, spike dc, dc) in sp between granny clusters, 3dc in last st. [6 granny clusters and 1 ch-sp]
Fasten off and weave in ends. Block to measurements.
ASSEMBLY
Now we are going to join the squares together. You can join your squares using your preferred technique. I used a slip stitch join (see special stitches), but if your feet are one of the smaller sizes, bear in mind that this technique will add to the size of your slippers. If you want a tighter fit than mine, you might want to consider using a whip stitch.
Join your motifs together as shown below. In order to minimise re-joining yarn, follow the colour code below for the order in which to join the motifs. You can also watch the assembly in the video tutorial.
With the right sides of the motifs facing each other, join with a sl st through the front loop of the motif nearest to you and the back loop of the motif furthest from you.
At this point, weave in all of your ends and repeat for the other slipper.
Then join the triangle piece into the outside edge of each slipper next to where your ankle goes.
EDGING
Join your yarn to the top of the slipper opening at the inside edge. Make sc evenly around the opening. In some places, you’ll be crocheting into the sides of sts, in other places you’ll be crocheting into sts. It doesn’t matter how many sts you make in total, as long as they are evenly spaced and similar on each slipper. Sl st to first st to join.
(optional) Add further rounds of sc, alternating with sc2tog if you want a smaller opening.
RIBBED CUFF (OPTIONAL)
If you would like a boot-style slipper, you can add a cuff to your slipper at this point.
Continuing on from where you finished your sc edging, ch8.
Row 1: sc into second ch from hook and each ch across, sl st into next st on slipper opening, turn. [7]
Row 2: sc in blo of each st to end, turn.
Row 3: ch1, sc in blo of each st to end, sl st in next 2 or 3 sts on slipper opening, turn.
Row 4: sc in blo of each st to end, turn.
Rep Rows 3 and 4 until you have worked your way all around the slipper opening. Sl st join the seam together.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Enjoy your cosy slippers.
Pattern help
There is a lot more detail regarding the special stitches in the crochet slipper pattern pdf version. Also please do watch all of the stitch tutorials on my YouTube channel for extra guidance.
If you are struggling with the pattern, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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Copyright Notice
The Windermere Crochet Slipper Pattern is the property of Concrete Gems, please do not share, copy, alter or distribute it in any way. You are welcome to sell items you make using this pattern on a small scale but please credit @concretegemscrochet when doing this.
Unauthorised reproduction or distribution of this pattern or any part of it is prohibited. The free pattern included in this blog is for personal viewing only.
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I’m Gemma, a crochet tech editor, designer and overall crochet enthusiast. I’m also a mum of 3 kids, and enjoy running, reading, walking and crafting, but mostly crochet!
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