Below is a clear, detailed, step-by-step written tutorial for How to Make Crochet Baby Booties (Popcorn Stitch) – Size 0–3 Months.
This tutorial is written so you can follow along even if you’re a confident beginner.

Crochet Baby Booties – Popcorn Stitch (0–3 Months)

Skill Level: Beginner–Intermediate
Stitches Used: Chain (ch), Slip stitch (sl st), Single crochet (sc), Double crochet (dc), Popcorn stitch (pc)
Finished Size: Fits approx. 0–3 months (approx. 3.5–4 in / 9–10 cm sole length)

✔️ Materials

• Yarn: DK/Light Worsted (Size 3) or soft baby yarn

• Crochet Hook: 4.0 mm (G-6)

• Yarn needle

• Scissors

• (Optional) small button or ribbon for decoration

✔️ Special Stitch: Popcorn Stitch

To make 1 Popcorn Stitch (pc):

1. Work 5 dc into the same stitch.

2. Remove hook from the loop.

3. Insert hook into the FIRST dc of the 5.

4. Pick up the dropped loop and pull through to close the popcorn.

⭐ PART 1 — Sole (0–3 Months)

Round 1
Ch 11.
In 2nd ch from hook: 2 sc.
Sc in next 8 chains.
In last chain: 5 sc (turning around the chain).
Now working down the other side: sc 8.
End with 2 sc in final stitch.
Join with sl st to first sc.
(Total: 25 sc)

Round 2
Ch 1.
2 sc in first 2 sts.
Sc 8.
2 sc in next 5 sts (heel curve).
Sc 8.
2 sc in last 3 sts.
Join.
(Total: 35 sc)

Round 3
Ch 1.
2 sc in next st, sc 1 repeat 2 times.
Sc 8.
2 sc in next st, sc 1 repeat 5 times.
Sc 8.
2 sc in next st, sc 1 repeat 3 times.
Join.
(Total: 45 sc)

Fasten off for a clean edge or continue directly.

The sole should measure 3.5–4 inches.

⭐ PART 2 — Upper Bootie (Sides)

Round 4
Attach yarn anywhere on edge.
Ch 1.
Work sc in back loops only (BLO) around.
(45 sc)
Join.

This creates a crisp edge where the sides rise.

Round 5
Ch 1.
Sc around normally.
Join.
(45 sc)

⭐ PART 3 — Popcorn Stitch Body

Round 6 (popcorn round)
Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
1 pc in next st, dc in next st repeat around.
Join to ch-2 top.
(22 pc + 23 dc)

Round 7
Ch 1.
Sc around to tighten shape.
Join.
(45 sc)

👉 You can repeat Rounds 6–7 once more for a taller bootie.
For newborn size, one popcorn round is usually enough.

⭐ PART 4 — Toe Shaping

Round 8
Ch 1.
Sc 15.
Decrease row over toe:
Sc2tog 5 times
Sc 15.
Join.
(40 sts)

Round 9
Ch 1.
Sc 12.
Sc2tog 6 times
Sc 12.
Join.
(34 sts)

⭐ PART 5 — Cuff

You can make popcorn cuff, ribbed cuff, or simple cuff.
Below is a neat popcorn cuff to match:

Round 10
Ch 2.
Pc in next st, dc in next st around.
Join.

Round 11
Ch 1.
Sc around to stabilize.
Join.

Rounds 12–13 (optional for height)
Repeat sc rounds.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

⭐ (Optional) Add Strap or Button

For decoration:

Strap:
Ch 18.
Sc in each stitch.
Sew both ends to sides of bootie.

Button:
Sew a tiny wooden or plastic button to the side.

🎉 You’re Done!

Your adorable 0–3 month popcorn-stitch booties are ready!
They should be soft, stretchy, and beautifully textured.

If you’d like, I can also make:

• A PDF pattern

• A chart diagram

• A video-style written script

• A 0–6 month or 3–6 month size version

Watch tutorial: