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Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Snug Essential

Everyday comfort with practical charm, designed for both functionality and style through changing seasons.

About This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

This pattern makes a pair of baby bunny slippers with a reinforced sole, tiny ears, pom poms, and embroidered face details. It uses worsted weight yarn and simple shaping to create a snug, comfortable fit for babies aged 0-12 months. The pattern includes complete round-by-round instructions and helpful pictures to guide you through construction.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Two sizes are given (0-6 months and 6-12 months) with recommended hook sizes and gauge notes. The slippers are finished with small bows and pom poms for an extra sweet touch.

Why You'll Love This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns basic stitches into a charming pair of wearable baby slippers with personality. I enjoy how the reinforced sole and worked-back rounds make the slipper sturdy enough for tiny feet while still soft and flexible. The little ears and pom pom tail are quick additions that add so much character and cuteness. I also love that the pattern gives two sizes and clear instructions, so I can make them for several babies on my gift list with confidence.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 1 - construction progress Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these slippers by changing yarn color combinations; try soft pastels for a nursery-ready pair or bright contrasting colors for fun statement shoes.

You can make these larger or smaller by changing yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn plus a larger hook gives a chunky, cozy slipper while finer yarn and a smaller hook create a tiny keepsake pair.

I often add embroidered cheeks or eyelashes to change the expression of the bunny face and give each pair its own personality.

For a no-sew option, you can use fabric glue and felt for eyes and nose, but I prefer embroidery for durability and softness against baby skin.

Try swapping the pom pom tail for a crocheted puff or a small felt heart to create different looks for holiday or themed gifts.

If you want warmer slippers, line the inside with a thin fleece cut to the sole shape and stitched in place for extra insulation and comfort.

I sometimes add grips to the bottom by sewing small dots of puffy paint or felt patches to help little ones with traction as they learn to stand.

To make matching parent-child sets, scale up the pattern by increasing foundation chain and adjusting rounds proportionally while keeping the same shaping ideas.

Experiment with tiny accessories like a removable bow or a crocheted flower sewn to the ear base so you can change the decoration for outfits.

Don’t hesitate to swap stitch patterns on the upper (for example, a shell or puff stitch panel) to add texture while keeping the same sole construction.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Starting each round in the wrong stitch will make the slipper lopsided; always start each round in the joining stitch at the center back of the heel to keep symmetry. ✗ Counting the starting chain as a stitch at the beginning of a round will give you the wrong stitch count; do not count the chain stitch as a stitch throughout the pattern. ✗ Joining to the wrong part of the chain at the end of a round can shift shaping; always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with to maintain correct alignment. ✗ Skipping work through both slip stitches and back loops on the upper shoe round will make the sole weak; work through the slip stitch and back loops as instructed to create a thick, sturdy sole.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Create adorable baby bunny slippers that are soft, cozy, and perfect for newborn photo shoots or handmade gifts. This pattern guides you through the sole, upper shoe, ears, pom poms and finishing so you can make a sweet pair with charming facial details. You will love the sturdy sole construction and tiny bows that make these slippers truly special.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Worsted weight yarn (#4) - one 3.5 oz ball (main color) for the pair
  • 02
    Bernat Giggles worsted weight yarn (pictured) as an example
  • 03
    Small amount of pink yarn for bows and nose
  • 04
    Small amount of black yarn for embroidered eyes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size E / 3.5 mm (recommended for 0-6 months)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size F / 3.75 mm (recommended for 6-12 months)
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    Yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
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    Scissors for cutting yarn
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    Two fingers (or pom pom tool) to wrap yarn for pom poms

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— Materials :

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3.5 oz ball of worsted weight yarn. Size E or 3.5 mm Hook (0-6 months). Size F or 3.75 mm Hook (6-12 months). Pictured booties made from "Bernat Giggles" worsted weight yarn. Little dab of black and pink yarn for face and bows.

— Abbreviations :

Infos :

Ch Chain. Sc Single crochet. Sc2tog Single crochet decrease. Hdc Half double crochet. Hdc2tog Half double crochet decrease. Dc Double crochet. Dc2tog Double crochet decrease. Sl st Slip stitch. Htr Half treble crochet.

— Notes :

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1. Pattern is written from center back of the heel. You should start each round in the joining stitch which should be in the center back of the heel. If your joining stitch strays to one side, try to adjust accordingly when starting next round. Make sure that you start each round in the center back or the slipper will become lopsided. Sole is already adjusted for tension, only do this for the upper.

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2. Do not count the chain stitch as a stitch at the beginning of a round - throughout pattern.

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3. When joining at end of round, always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with - throughout pattern.

— How to do a half treble crochet :

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Yarn over two times, insert hook in stitch, yarn over, draw loop through stitch, yarn over, draw through two loops on hook, yarn over, then draw through all three loops on hook.

— How to read pattern :

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A. When there is a number followed by a stitch, that stitch needs to be worked over that number of stitches. Example : "10 sc, 2 sc in next stitch" that is 1 sc in each of the next 10 stitches, then put 2 sc in the next stitch. B. When you see Brackets [ ] in the pattern that means that you work everything in them as a set or together. For example if you see [sc2tog, 2 sc] 3 times, that means to repeat everything in the brackets three times total as a set.

— Gauge :

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5 sc stitches to 1 inch using E 3.5mm hook. 4.5 sc stitches to one inch using F 3.75 hook. Change hook size if necessary to obtain gauge.

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Instead of a gauge swatch I think it is easier to make the sole and see where you stand. If it is too big, then size down your hook. If it is too small, size up your hook. And if it is just right, Awesome! :o)

— Sizes :

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Numbers in Parenthesis ( ) 0-6 months - 3.75 inches long. 6-12 months - 4.50 inches long. 0-6 is the first number of stitches in pattern made with an E hook and 6-12 months is the 2nd number in the parenthesis ( ) made with an F hook.

— Sole :

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Size 0-6 months - E hook Size (6-12) months - F hook

Round 1 :

With color A ch 13 (15), 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 7(8) sc, 3 (4) hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 3 (4) hdc down the other side of foundation ch, 7 (8) sc, 2 sc in last ch that already has 2 sc in it. Join with sl st. At end of round you should have 28 (32) total stitches.

Round 2 :

Ch 1 , 2 sc in each of the first two stitches, 6 (7) sc, 4 (5) hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 4 (5) hdc, 6 (7) sc, 2 sc in each of the last two stitches. Join with sl st. 36 (40) total stitches in round.

Round 3 :

Ch 2, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch, 10 hdc, 2 (4) dc, 2 dc in each of the next 8 stitches, 2 (4) dc, 10 hdc, 2 hdc in next stitch, 1 hdc. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 4 :

Sl st all the way around sole through back loops only. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round. (See picture A)

— Upper Shoe :

Round 5 :

Upper Shoe: Note: In this round you will basically be working back over what you just did. You will need to work through both the slip stitches and the back loops that you just worked. (See Pictures B and C). This makes for a thick round and gives body to the bottom of the shoe.

Round 5 :

As stated, working through both the slip stitch and back loops of previous round, Ch 2, 6 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 3 hdc, 16 dc, 3 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 6 hdc, Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 6 :

Ch 2, 6 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 3 hdc, 16 dc, 3 hdc, 6 (8) sc, 6 hdc. Join with sl st. 46 (50) total stitches in round.

Round 7 :

Ch 2, 2 hdc, hdc2tog, 2 hdc, 6 (8) sc, sc2tog, [hdc2tog] 2 times, [dc2tog] 5 times, [hdc2tog] 2 times, sc2tog, 6 (8) sc, 2 hdc, hdc2tog, 2 hdc, Join with sl st. 33 (37) total stitches in round.

Round 8 :

Ch 2, 5 hdc, 6 (8) sc, [sc2tog] 2 times, 3 dc, [sc2tog] 2 times, 6 (8) sc, 5 hdc. Join with sl st. 29 (33) total stitches in round.

Round 9 :

Sl st all the way around shoe. 29 (33) total stitches in round.

— Ears :

Item Name (P1) :

Make 4. With E size crochet hook chain 9 (10), 1 htr in 4th ch from hook, 1 (2) htr, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 4 hdc in last chain, (working back down foundation chain) 1 hdc, 2 dc, 2 (3) htr, ch 3, sl st to first ch 3 space. Now sl stitch along the side of foundation ch. Up and back down turning at end of foundation chain. (See Pictures D and E) This gives the ears a little body so that they stand up..... And it makes them cuter. :) Directions for how to do a half treble crochet are on the first page of pattern.

— Finishing :

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Thread Yarn needle with yarn and attach ears. Stitch ears to slipper several times at center bottom of each ear. Then pull needle and yarn through both sides of ear (See Picture F) and pull together. Stitch ears the rest of the way to body of shoe.

— Bunny Face :

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Find center front. With pink yarn make one stitch over center double crochet post almost at bottom of shoe. Count over to 3rd crochet from center and make one stitch with black yarn for each eye. I placed mine right under the top of the first row of double crochets. (I found less and lower was better for the bunny face, but you can do whatever you like.) Thread pink yarn through base of ears and tie a bow on both. (These are great because they cover up the stitching) (See picture G)

— Pom Poms :

Item Name (P1) :

Make 2. Wrap yarn around two fingers 20 times. Remove from fingers and tie yarn around center. Cut the loops on the ends. Fluff it up to make it pretty and attach to center-back of bunny so she is pretty from front to back. :o)

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Weave in ends and you're done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach ears: Thread yarn needle and position each ear at the center bottom of the ear base, stitch through both sides of ear several times, pull yarn through both sides to gather and secure, then stitch the rest of the ear down to the body of the shoe (see Picture F).
  • Place eyes and nose: Find center front; embroider a small pink stitch over the center double crochet post for the nose and one black stitch for each eye counting to the 3rd crochet from center as described for positioning.
  • Add bows: Thread pink yarn through the base of each ear and tie a small bow on both ears to cover ear stitching and add decoration.
  • Attach pom poms: Make two pom poms, fluff and secure them to the center back of each slipper to create the bunny tail.
  • Weave in ends: After all parts are sewn and secured, weave in all yarn tails neatly inside the slipper to avoid loose ends.
  • Final shaping: Pin or shape ears upright and secure additional stitches if needed to keep ears standing and symmetrical.

Important Notes

  • 💡Start each round in the joining stitch located at the center back of the heel to avoid a lopsided slipper.
  • 💡Do not count the beginning chain stitch as a stitch throughout the pattern to maintain correct stitch counts.
  • 💡When joining rounds, always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with for consistent shaping.
  • 💡Work through both the slip stitch and back loops on the upper shoe round to create a thicker, sturdier sole.

These sweet Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers are handmade with love and perfect for gifting or baby photos. They combine a reinforced sole with adorable ears, bows, and pom pom tails for a cozy, whimsical finish. Make a pair in pastel shades or bright colors to suit any nursery. 🐰🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished slippers measure approximately 3.75 inches long for the 0-6 months size and 4.5 inches long for the 6-12 months size when using recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change. Adjust your hook size to match gauge and make a sole to check fit before continuing.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with stitches like hdc, dc, htr and basic increases/decreases, so some prior experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish a pair of these baby slippers in about 2-4 hours, depending on experience and any customizations you add.