{"id":2232,"date":"2025-12-04T14:59:47","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T14:59:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2232"},"modified":"2025-12-04T14:59:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T14:59:47","slug":"crochet-baby-booties-popcorn-stitch-0-3-months","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=2232","title":{"rendered":"Crochet Baby Booties \u2013 Popcorn Stitch (0\u20133 Months)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Below is a clear, detailed, step-by-step written tutorial for How to Make Crochet Baby Booties (Popcorn Stitch) \u2013 Size 0\u20133 Months<\/strong>.
This tutorial is written so you can follow along even if you\u2019re a confident beginner.<\/p>\n

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Crochet Baby Booties \u2013 Popcorn Stitch (0\u20133 Months)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Skill Level:<\/strong> Beginner\u2013Intermediate
Stitches Used:<\/strong> Chain (ch), Slip stitch (sl st), Single crochet (sc), Double crochet (dc), Popcorn stitch (pc)
Finished Size:<\/strong> Fits approx. 0\u20133 months (approx. 3.5\u20134 in \/ 9\u201310 cm sole length)<\/p>\n

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✔️ Materials<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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    Yarn:<\/strong> DK\/Light Worsted (Size 3) or soft baby yarn<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Crochet Hook:<\/strong> 4.0 mm (G-6)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Yarn needle<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Scissors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    (Optional)<\/strong> small button or ribbon for decoration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    ✔️ Special Stitch: Popcorn Stitch<\/strong><\/h1>\n

    To make 1 Popcorn Stitch (pc)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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      Work 5 dc<\/strong> into the same stitch.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Remove hook from the loop.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Insert hook into the FIRST dc of the 5.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Pick up the dropped loop and pull through to close the popcorn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      ⭐ PART 1 \u2014 Sole (0\u20133 Months)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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

      Round 2<\/strong>
      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)<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Round 3<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      2 sc in next st, sc 1<\/em> repeat 2 times.
      Sc 8.
      2 sc in next st, sc 1<\/em> repeat 5 times.
      Sc 8.
      2 sc in next st, sc 1<\/em> repeat 3 times.
      Join.
      (Total: 45 sc)<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Fasten off for a clean edge or continue directly.<\/p>\n

      The sole should measure 3.5\u20134 inches<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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      ⭐ PART 2 \u2014 Upper Bootie (Sides)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      Round 4<\/strong>
      Attach yarn anywhere on edge.
      Ch 1.
      Work sc in back loops only (BLO)<\/strong> around.
      (45 sc)
      Join.<\/p>\n

      This creates a crisp edge where the sides rise.<\/em><\/p>\n

      Round 5<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      Sc around normally.
      Join.
      (45 sc)<\/p>\n

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      ⭐ PART 3 \u2014 Popcorn Stitch Body<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      Round 6 (popcorn round)<\/strong>
      Ch 2 (counts as first dc).
      1 pc in next st, dc in next st<\/em> repeat around.
      Join to ch-2 top.
      (22 pc + 23 dc)<\/p>\n

      Round 7<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      Sc around to tighten shape.
      Join.
      (45 sc)<\/p>\n

      👉 You can repeat Rounds 6\u20137 once more for a taller bootie.<\/em>
      For newborn size, one popcorn round is usually enough.<\/p>\n

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      ⭐ PART 4 \u2014 Toe Shaping<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      Round 8<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      Sc 15.
      Decrease row over toe:
      Sc2tog 5 times<\/em><\/strong>
      Sc 15.
      Join.
      (40 sts)<\/p>\n

      Round 9<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      Sc 12.
      Sc2tog 6 times<\/em>
      Sc 12.
      Join.
      (34 sts)<\/p>\n

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      ⭐ PART 5 \u2014 Cuff<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      You can make popcorn cuff<\/strong>, ribbed cuff<\/strong>, or simple cuff<\/strong>.
      Below is a neat popcorn cuff<\/strong> to match:<\/p>\n

      Round 10<\/strong>
      Ch 2.
      Pc in next st, dc in next st<\/em> around.
      Join.<\/p>\n

      Round 11<\/strong>
      Ch 1.
      Sc around to stabilize.
      Join.<\/p>\n

      Rounds 12\u201313<\/strong> (optional for height)
      Repeat sc rounds.<\/p>\n

      Fasten off and weave in ends.<\/p>\n

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      ⭐ (Optional) Add Strap or Button<\/h1>\n

      For decoration:<\/p>\n

      Strap:<\/strong>
      Ch 18.
      Sc in each stitch.
      Sew both ends to sides of bootie.<\/p>\n

      Button:<\/strong>
      Sew a tiny wooden or plastic button to the side.<\/p>\n

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      🎉 You\u2019re Done!<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      Your adorable 0\u20133 month popcorn-stitch booties are ready!
      They should be soft, stretchy, and beautifully textured.<\/p>\n

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      If you\u2019d like, I can also make:<\/p>\n

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        A PDF pattern<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        A chart diagram<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        A video-style written script<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        A 0\u20136 month or 3\u20136 month size version<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Watch tutorial:<\/p>\n