Baby Visor Pattern

Sizes:
0-6 mos (14 – 16”): 55 sts
6-12 mos (16 – 18”): 60 sts
12-18 mos (18 – 20”): 65 sts

Skill Level: Easy

Materials: Red Heart With Love in Red, White and Blue (or any color)
Hook size H/5.00mm
Yarn needle

Key:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
SL ST = slip stitch
RND = round
CC = change color

Instructions:

Chain 55 (60,65), sl st to 1st chain to form a loop, being careful not to twist.
Rnd 1: Ch 2, hdc in same space, hdc 54 (59, 64) around, sl st to 1st hdc to join. (55,60,65 sts)
Rnd 2: (Optional CC) Ch 2, hdc in same space, hdc 54 (59, 64) around, sl st to 1st hdc to join. (55,60,65 sts)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc in same space, hdc 54 (59, 64) around, sl st to 1st hdc to join. (55,60,65 sts)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc in same space, hdc 54 (59, 64) around, sl st to 1st hdc to join. (55,60,65 sts)
Rnd 5: (Optional CC) Ch 2, hdc in same space, hdc 54 (59, 64) around, sl st to 1st hdc to join. (55,60,65 sts)

Visor Brim
Row 1: Ch1, sc 2, hdc 2, *dc, 2dc in next, repeat from * 7 times, dc, hdc 2, sc 2, sl st to Rnd 5. (33 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, *dc 2, 2dc in next, repeat from * 7 times, dc, hdc 2, sc 2, sl st to Rnd 5. (41 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 2, hdc 2, *dc 3, 2dc in next, repeat from * 7 times, dc, hdc 2, sc 2, sl st to Rnd 5. (49 sts)
Break yarn, weave ends.

Optional Accent
At back of hat, join accent color between Rnd 2 & 3, sl st around hat band to form a stripe. (55,65,75 sts). Repeat between Rnd 3 & 4 to form a second stripe. (55,65,75 sts)

Candy Corn Slippers

(This pattern originally appeared online at Craftown.com. Copyrights have now reverted to me, the designer.) 

If your toesies are cold, crochet a festive pair of candy corn slippers to keep your feet cozy! My candy corn slipper pattern is simple to crochet and I know you will love the warm results as much as I do. Crochet a pair to wear or share, just in time for Halloween and the harvest season. This pattern will fit size 8 – 9 shoe.

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Size: Adult (8 - 9 shoe size)

Skill Level:  Easy to Intermediate

Materials: Red Heart Yarn, White, Orange, Yellow and Brown, optional buttons for Mary Jane Strap

Hook size: I/5.50mm

Abbreviations:
CC = color change
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
MR = magic ring/loop (tutorial)
RND = round
SC2TOG = single crochet decrease (or 2 together)
SL ST = slip stitch

Gauge: 4 dc = 1 inch

Note: For a larger sized slipper, continue repeating Row 9 to desired length (shoe size); and increase scs in brown around top of slipper evenly. For a smaller slipper, decrease number of rows after Row 9, and decrease number of scs in brown color around top of slipper evenly. 

Instructions:
White: Start with Magic Loop. (Magic Loop Tutorial)
Rnd 1: Ch 2 (do not count as a stitch here and throughout pattern), 12 dc in Magic loop, sl st to 1st dc. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, sl st to join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st to join. (24 dc)
Rnd 4 - 5: Repeat Rnd 3. (24 dc in each rnd)

CC = Orange
Rnd 6: Repeat Rnd 3. (24 dc)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc 16, hdc, sc 4, hdc, dc 2, sl st to 1st dc. (24)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn. Sl st in next 2 sps. (This is a short row to line up next part of slipper.)
Row 9: Ch 3, turn. Dc 17. (18 dc; ch 3 at beginning counts as first dc.)
Row 10 – 14: Repeat Row 9. (18 dc) *Stitch marker recommended @ Row 10 by pattern tester.

CC = Yellow
Row 15 - 18: Repeat Row 10. (18 dc)
Row 19: Ch 3, turn, dc 3, hdc 3, sc 4, hdc 3, dc 4. Finish, leave about 10 – 12” of tail to sew back of heel up.

Sewing Heel
Turn slipper inside out, so that when you sew up heel the seam is hidden (tucked in) when finished.
Fold Slipper in half so that heel lines up with 9 sts on each side facing each other.
With yarn needle, use tail to sew up heel seam. (See image.) Finish, weave ends.

CC = Brown
Turn slipper right side out.
Rnd 1: Sl st to join at heel seam. Ch 2, hdc 2, sc 18, sc2tog, sc 6, sc2tog, sc 17, hdc 3, sl st to 1st hdc.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, turn. Hdc 2, sc 18, sc 2 tog, sc 5, sc2 tog, sc 17, hdc 2, sl st to 1st hdc.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, turn. Sc 19, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, sc 19, sl st to 1st sc. Finish, weave ends.
(See below for optional heel loop* or optional Rnd 3 with Mary Jane Strap**.)

*Optional Heel Loop
Ch 15, sl st to same sp. Finish weave ends.

**Optional Mary Jane Strap with Button
Rnd 3, Right slipper: Ch 1, sc 12, ch 40, sl st to join (forming a loop) to same sp, sc 7, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, sc 19, sl st to 1st sc. Finish, weave ends.
Rnd 3, Left slipper: Ch 1, sc 19, sc2tog, sc 4, sc2tog, sc 8, ch 40, sl st to join to same sp, sc 11. Finish, weave ends.
Sew buttons on to opposite side of slipper from beginning of “strap.” See image.


You are all done. Happy Halloween!

Rock the hook,

Tia

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Originally published at http://www.craftown.com/Candy-Corn-Slippers.html

Simple Slippers Pattern

 
I love slippers and I love nautical colors and themes for summer time. (I also love summer!) I wanted a simple slipper that I could slip on (say that five times fast) in the mornings to wear out on to my deck where I have my first cup of coffee.

I live in Western Idaho on a high desert which means cool summer mornings and blazing hot afternoons. It’s great fun! But that also means I can’t be wearing big ole’ heavy winter slippers around either. My feet will get too hot too fast. I don’t normally wear slippers past 8 AM any way, but you just never know.

I chose to use nautical or “patriotic” colors for my slippers. You could easily make these in all kinds of color combinations such as national flags, favorite sports teams, school mascots, seasonal or holiday themes just to get your creative juices flowing. (Perfect timing for all you soccer fans and World Cup watchers out there!)

I alternated between two or three rows of each color to create my striping effect but you could also break the slipper into thirds to achieve a color block effect or simple crochet a pair in a solid color. Your choice! (Shout out to my mother-in-law for modeling these simple crocheted slippers!)

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Size: Adult Women’s sizes 5 - 10

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:
Worsted weight or cotton yarn (Alternate colors as desired.)
Yarn/tapestry needle

Hook size: H/5.00mm (or hook needed to obtain gauge

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
JOIN = sl st to first stitch of round
MR = Magic Ring (tutorial here)
RND = Round
SL ST = slip stitch

Gauge:
4 dc = 1" across
2 rows = 1.25" height

Notes:
Chains do not count as stitches in this pattern.
Join your round to the first dc, not your chain.
Start your first stitch of each round in the same space as your chain.
Sizes are based on averages, measure the intended feet for a truer fit.

Pattern:

(Size 5/6)
Rnd 1: MR, Ch 2, 12 dc in magic ring, join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3 – 6: Ch 2, dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, dc 18, hdc, sc 4, hdc, join. (24 st)
Row 8 - 13: Ch 2, turn, dc 18. (18 dc)
Row 14: Ch 2, dc 4, hdc 3, sc 4, hdc 3, dc 4. (18 st)
To sew up heel: Turn slipper inside out, sl st to first dc of Row 18, pinch seam together and sl st through both sides down length of seam.
Break yarn, weave ends.

Turn slipper right side out to work simple edge around slipper opening.
(Working in top of slipper now, I like to use a contrasting color.)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc around evenly, join. Chain 15, sl st to first chain to form a loop.
Break yarn, weave ends.

(Size 7/8)
Rnd 1: MR, Ch 2, 12 dc in magic ring, join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3 – 8: Ch 2, dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, dc 18, hdc, sc 4, hdc, join. (24 st)
Row 10 - 15: Ch 2, turn, dc 18. (18 dc)
Row 16: Ch 2, dc 4, hdc 3, sc 4, hdc 3, dc 4. (18 st)
To sew up heel: Turn slipper inside out, sl st to first dc of Row 18, pinch seam together and sl st through both sides down length of seam.
Break yarn, weave ends.

Turn slipper right side out to work simple edge around slipper opening.
(Working in top of slipper now, I like to use a contrasting color.)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc around evenly, join. Chain 15, sl st to first chain to form a loop.
Break yarn, weave ends.

(Size 9/10)
Rnd 1: MR, Ch 2, 12 dc in magic ring, join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3 – 10: Ch 2, dc in each st around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 11: Ch 2, dc 18, hdc, sc 4, hdc, join. (24 st)
Row 12 - 17: Ch 2, turn, dc 18. (18 dc)
Row 18: Ch 2, dc 4, hdc 3, sc 4, hdc 3, dc 4. (18 st)
To sew up heel: Turn slipper inside out, sl st to first dc of Row 18, pinch seam together and sl st through both sides down length of seam.
Break yarn, weave ends.

Turn slipper right side out to work simple edge around slipper opening.
(Working in top of slipper now, I like to use a contrasting color.)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc around evenly, join. Chain 15, sl st to first chain to form a loop.
Break yarn, weave ends.

If you are having trouble with the heel, check out the image, comment below or send me an email and I'll do my best to help!

Optional Embellishment:

I used Petals to Picots free Crochet Anchor Pattern to embellish the tops of my slippers since I was going for a nautical theme. I think the anchor is so adorable and sets off the slippers nicely. If you are using other colors or combinations and depending on the season, add flowers, buttons, ribbons and all sorts of accents to give your slippers personality and pizazz!

Enjoy your cozy new slippers!

Rock the hook,
Tia

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Baby Starfish Barefoot Sandals

(This pattern originally appeared online at Craftown.com. Copyrights have now reverted to me, the designer.)  
 
Help your baby make a splash at the beach or pool with their very own pair of Starfish Barefoot Sandals! These cute accents are much cooler in summer time for baby's little feet, but still punch up the cute factor. Crochet a pair in any color to match all of baby's summer outfits or beach ware. This pattern comes together fast and can easily be crocheted in one sitting. Baby barefoot sandals would also make a clever and creative baby shower gift as well. Lengthen the straps and toe loop to create barefoot sandals for kids or adult size feet.

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Size: Newborn - 12 months

Skill Level:  Easy

Materials: Caron Simply Soft, any color

Hook size: G/4.25mm

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
MR = magic ring/loop (tutorial)
RND = round
SL ST = slip stitch

Gauge: not needed

Instructions: (Make two)

Starfish
Create a magic ring (aka adjustable loop).
Ch 1, 12 sc in ring, tighten loop, sl st to 1st sc.
[Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc, hdc in next 2 chs, dc in next 2 chs. Skip next sp in magic ring, sl st in next space.] 6 times, and end with sl st to same sc as join from round 1. Do not fasten off, proceed to toe loop instructions.

Add the Toe Loop
Ch 15, sl st to round 1 to form the toe loop, fasten off, weave ends.

Straps
Ch 40 (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle), sl st to back of starfish point opposite of the toe loop. Ch 40 more (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle). Finish off. This forms the ankle straps. (See image.)

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Tia

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Originally published at http://www.craftown.com/Baby-Starfish-Barefoot-Sandals.html

Baby Heart Barefoot Sandals

(This pattern originally appeared online at Craftown.com. Copyrights have now reverted to me, the designer.)  
 
What could be cuter than your baby sporting some barefoot heart sandals this summer? These adorable heart-shaped barefoot sandals are the perfect accessories for your little angel’s wardrobe and much cooler than wearing baby shoes or socks on a hot summer outing. Plus, they are super adorable!

You can crochet a pair of barefoot sandals for your baby using this free pattern, quick and easy. That’s my favorite part of this pattern. I have made several pairs for friends’ babies and as shower gifts too. Crochet them in any color with just about any yarn (although Caron Simply Soft is a nice soft yarn to start with for delicate baby feet).

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Size: Newborn - 12 months

Skill Level:  Easy

Materials: Caron Simply Soft, any color

Hook size: G/4.25mm

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
MR = magic ring/loop (tutorial)
RND = round
SL ST = slip stitch

Gauge: not needed

Notes: This pattern has been updated/edited to make the heart portion a little easier to follow and create. I've also created a YouTube video to go along with the changes in hopes that it will also be an aide to creating the pattern. (The YouTube video is for the adult pair, and the beginning heart is the same on both patterns.)
Crochet Hearts Barefoot Sandals Tutorial - http://youtu.be/p95zpgZA0ng

Instructions: (Make two)

Heart -
Start with a MR, ch 2, dc 3, hdc 3, dc, ch 15. Sl st to first chain to form toe loop. Hdc 3, dc 3, ch 2, sl st to magic ring. Pull magic ring tight.
Break yarn, weave ends.

Straps -
Ch 40 (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle), sl st to back of heart opposite of the toe loop. Ch 40 more (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle). Finish off. This forms the ankle straps. (See image.)

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Tia

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Originally published at http://www.craftown.com/Baby-Heart-Barefoot-Sandals.html

Baby Star Barefoot Sandals

(This pattern originally appeared online at Craftown.com. Copyrights have now reverted to me, the designer.) 

Let your precious baby be the star of the summer with a pair of star barefoot sandals! These pretty star-shaped barefoot sandals are stellar accessories for your little star’s wardrobe and much cooler than wearing baby shoes or socks on a hot summer day.

Crochet a pair of barefoot sandals for your baby using my free pattern, and they are so quick and easy. That’s my favorite part of this project. Make several pairs for babies and as shower gifts too. Create the star barefoot sandals in many colors with just about any yarn (although Caron Simply Soft is a nice soft yarn to start with for delicate baby feet).

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Size: Newborn - 12 months

Skill Level:  Easy

Materials: Caron Simply Soft, any color

Hook size: G/4.25mm

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
RND = round
SL ST = slip stitch

Gauge: not needed

Instructions:

Star -
Start with a magic ring (tutorial here).
Ch 1, 10 sc in ring, tighten loop, sl st to 1st sc.
Rnd 1: [Ch 5, sl st to 2nd ch from hook, sc, hdc, dc. Skip next st in magic ring, sl st in next space.] 5 times, and end with sl st to same sc as join from round 1. Do not fasten off, proceed to toe loop instructions.

Toe Loop -
Ch 15, sl st to round 1 to form the toe loop, fasten off, weave ends.

Straps -
Ch 40 (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle), sl st to back of star point opposite of the toe loop. Ch 40 more (Ch 80 if you want the strap to wrap twice around ankle). Finish off. This forms the ankle straps. (See image.)

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Tia

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Originally published at http://www.craftown.com/Baby-Star-Barefoot-Sandals.html

Shamrock Barefoot Sandals

Hey Rockers! 

I am loving the sunshine and breeze right out my front door. It makes me want spring to be just get here already! That's probably what inspired me to come up with this new barefoot sandals pattern featuring a lucky little Shamrock - that and the fact that my bestie wore sandals to dinner the other night. 

I was like "oh no, you didn't!" And she was like "oh yes I did!" She's totally a summer girl. Anyway, on to the pattern. If it's too cold to enjoy these for St. Patrick's Day, save them for summer or...wear them on your hands as funky, whimsical bracelet-ring things.

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Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials:
Worsted yarn
US Hook size I/5.50mm
Tapestry needle

Gauge: not needed

Key:
CH = chain
DC = double crochet
TRC = triple crochet
SL ST = slip stitch
MR = Magic Ring (tutorial here)

Instructions: (Make two.)

Start with a Magic Ring.
In your MR, [ch 3, trc, dc, trc, ch 3, sl st to MR] repeat 3 times. Ch 15, sl st to MR. Pull MR snug. You should have 4 clover leaves and one toe loop. Break yarn, weave ends. 





If you would like to add a second shamrock (which works best for women's feet size 8 and up) crochet a second shamrock connecting it to the first one at the two leaves as in the picture, via slip stitch. Or, crochet a second shamrock separately and then connect the two using yarn and a yarn or tapestry needle to sew the two together. 

Ankle Straps: Ch 50, sl st to the back of shamrock, opposite of toe loop, ch 50. Break yarn, trim ends.

If you would like the pattern for a baby or kids pair of Shamrock Barefoot Sandals you can find my version over at Craftown!

Baby & Kids Barefoot Sandals

May the luck of the Irish be with You!

xx

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Hello 2013!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Hiya Crochet Rockers!

Are you ready for 2013? I totally am. I have a really great feeling about 2013. Who cares what those silly Mayans thought anyway?

As this is just a shout out to all the crochet rockers of the world to welcome 2013, I decided to post some pictures of finished objects and special orders I crocheted over the past 3 months.

Adorable Owl Hat - a gift

Candy Cane Hats - a special order

Baby Ballet Flats - a special order

Infinity Cowl - a gift

Baby Hat & Booties - a special order

Iron Man Hat & Hand Warmers - a gift

Phew...I was a busy rocker! I love love love crochet and I am getting better at designing my own stuff too. I think it's about confidence sprinkled with experience. I'm still learning but getting braver about mixing stitches and techniques.

2013 is going to be a phenomenal year for you, me, all the rockers and crochet! I can't wait to get started. Enjoy 2013.

Rock your crochet!
xx

Candy Corn Love

Hiya Crochet Rockers!

Wonder what I've been up to lately? Oh you know, just getting my sugar on with some candy corn love! I really can't help it. I even tried to join CCLA (Candy Corn Lovers Anonymous). They said I was too far gone and would need medical help. Tell me something I don't know.

Kids Candy Corn Beanie

For those of you who don't know, I do have a day job. I am the content manager for a cute little company, who happens to own some cute little websites, one of which I am addicted to. It's probably a good thing I work for the site, otherwise my boss would wonder why I spend so much time there.

Baby Candy Corn Hat

One of the coolest parts of my job: my boss asked me to start creating original crochet patterns for the site back in May of this year. So when I am not managing content, I am crocheting - and they pay me to do this! Can you believe that? What a sweet gig right? 

Adult Candy Corn Slippers

Anyhow, I figured you might want to know what I do when I am not lurking on Facebook or spinning on Pinterest. If you are interested in making these patterns, they are published free over at Craftown. Just click on the title below the picture to take you to the pattern.

As always, I would love your feedback and comments. Also, if you run into a pattern glitch or whoopsie, just shoot me an email via the contact me form or email me at crochetrochelle@gmail.com.

xx

Baby & Toddler Feet Love

Because I love you already...

I have three Baby Barefoot Sandal patterns published at Craftown, (my day job!). If you liked my barefoot sandals pattern, you will LOVE these baby (or toddler) feet versions.

Baby Heart Barefoot Sandals

Baby Star Barefoot Sandals

Baby Starfish Barefoot Sandals

They are pretty much one size fits newborn up to about 3 years. I would make the ankle straps longer & maybe the toe loop longer if I made these for an elementary age kiddo. I have had so many requests for these from friends and family, I can't help but share. Enjoy the free patterns!

xx

Foot Size Chart

Crochet Rockers,

While I was creating my hearts barefoot sandals (and a few other patterns I'll be adding soon) I scoured the internet for an easy-to-read foot size chart. Not so easy to find let me tell you! I decided to create my own version to use as a reference chart and I figured if I needed one, you might need one too!

Allow me to introduce my foot size chart - Enjoy! (Keep in mind this is based on averages. If I am able, I measure the feet of the project recipient...especially babies.) I've included a pdf version below for easier access.

Here is the PDF version.

xx

Hearts Barefoot Sandals

Hey Rockers,

This pattern has been updated/edited to be a little easier to follow and create. I've also created a YouTube video to go along with the changes in hopes that it will also be an aide to creating the pattern.
 
I am sharing my first pattern of the site and I think they turned out adorable!

August is half way over, but I couldn't help creating a pair of Barefoot Sandals with Hearts!

I hope you enjoy creating your own pair as much as I enjoyed creating this simple beginner's crochet pattern. If you need any help with the pattern please send me an email via the Contact page and I'll do my best to get back to you promptly.

Hearts Barefoot Sandals

Level: Beginner

Hook: G/4.25

Materials: Caron Simply Soft (any color)

Key:
CH = chain
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
MR = magic ring (tutorial here) 
SL ST = slip stitch


Pattern: (Make two)

Heart #1: Start with a MR, ch 2, dc 3, hdc 3, dc, ch 15. Sl st to first chain to form toe loop. Hdc 3, dc 3, ch 2, sl st to magic ring. Pull magic ring tight.
Break yarn, weave ends.

Heart #2: Start with a MR, ch 2, dc 3, hdc 3, dc, sl st to center of Heart #1 (opposite of toe loop, see image for position), hdc 3, dc 3, ch 2, sl st to MR. Pull magic ring tight.
Break yarn, weave ends.

(Heart #3: Optional. Repeat instructions for Heart #2 if you would like 3 hearts for your barefoot sandals.)

Ankle Strap: Ch 50, sl st to back of Heart #2. Ch 50 to finish second half of ankle strap. (See images below for reference.)

And now...for my first ever video tutorial to help you create this pattern. I'm having a little trouble embedding the video here in the blog post, so here is the link to access it on YouTube. I'll keep working at it to get it fixed.

Crochet Hearts Barefoot Sandals Tutorial - http://youtu.be/p95zpgZA0ng

Note: For extra length on the ankle straps increase the number of chains. For example, if you want the straps to wrap around ankle twice ch 100, instead of ch 50 as instructed above. This pattern is very adaptable. You can add hearts for different feet sizes or subtract hearts for kids' sizes.

Enjoy your pretty summer feet!

xx