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!

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Tia

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Solid Granny Coasters Pattern

Summer vacation is in full swing at my house and my boys are running wild! Their favorite summer holiday is the 4th of July - partly because they get to scarf on hot dogs and treats and partly because they get to watch things explode!

Aside from explosions and fireworks, I wanted to add some patriotic touches to my new patio set
Create crocheted coasters in all kinds of colors, combinations and themes to match or contrast your home décor, patio furniture or even office. I use Red Heart Super Saver or Lily Sugar’n Cream depending on personal preference or colors I’m going for.

Red Heart Super Saver is great for coasters made with sports team or school colors. The cotton yarn is nice because it’s so durable and washable, especially if your coasters have to endure spills and drips. Lily Sugar’n Cream comes in nice variegated color schemes too.

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Size: 4 x 4”

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:
Worsted or cotton yarn
Yarn/tapestry needle

Hook size: I/5.50mm

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
SC = single crochet
DC = double crochet
JOIN = sl st to first stitch of round
MR = Magic Ring (tutorial here)
PICOT = ch 3, sl st to 1st ch
RND = Round
SK = skip
SL ST = slip stitch
SP = space

Gauge:
4 dc = 1" across
2 rnds = 1.5" height

Notes:
Ch 3 counts as first dc throughout pattern.
This pattern is built with rounds, no turning necessary.

Pattern

Rnd 1: MR, Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 2, [3 dc, ch 2] x3, join to 1st dc. Pull MR tight to close. (12 sts)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 dc, [2dc, ch 2, 2dc in ch 2 sp], *3 dc, [2 dc, ch 2, 2dc in ch 2 sp], repeat 2x from *, join to 1st dc. (28 sts)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, 4 dc, [2dc, ch 2, 2dc in ch 2 sp], *7 dc, [2 dc, ch 2, 2dc in ch 2 sp], repeat 2x from *, 2 dc, join to 1st dc (ch 3). (44 dc)
Break yarn, weave ends. Or continue to optional finish round.

Optional Finish Round with Picots 

Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc, picot, sc 5, [sc, picot, sc] in ch 2 sp; *sc 6, picot, sc 5, [sc, picot, sc] in ch 2 sp, repeat 2x from *, sc 5, join to 1st sc. Break yarn, weave ends.

Like mine?
If you like my patriotic versions, crochet your rnds as follows:
Rnd 1: blue
Rnd 2: white
Rnd 3: red
Optional Finish Rnd: your choice!

You are done! Enjoy a patriotic and hydrated holiday!

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Tia

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Water Bottle Cozy Pattern

Hey Rockers!

Looking for cool ways to quench your thirst, stay hydrated and pack a water bottle or sports drink around with you? Have a go at my super simple water bottle cozy with a carry cinch strap! My boys love these and take them on our morning walks. Slip each strap over your shoulders like a back pack or slung across your chest or back sideways!

Crochet a few out of cotton to make them ultra-washable and kid-friendly, as well as light weight for summer fun. I’ve noticed the cozy tends to stretch out quite a bit after a few uses, so you may want to subtract a few rows if you plan to carry shorter bottles, your prerogative. Play around with colors too. This would be a fun cozy to crochet in sports team colors or school colors. Enjoy!

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Skill Level: Easy

Materials:
Worsted or cotton yarn
Yarn/tapestry needle

Hook size: I/5.50mm

Abbreviations:
CH = chain
BLO = back loops only
DC = double crochet
JOIN = sl st to first stitch of round
MR = Magic Ring (tutorial here)
RND = Round
SK = skip
SL ST = slip stitch
SP = space

Gauge:
4 dc = 1" across
2 rows = 1" 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.
* This pattern will fit most 16 – 24 oz. water bottles. (I used a Dasani brand 16.9 oz. water bottle for my pattern.)

Pattern:
Rnd 1: MR, ch 2, dc 12, join. (12 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each stitch around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, dc in blo around, join. (24 dc)
Rnd 4 – 17: Ch 2, dc around, join.(24 dc)

Carry Cinch Strap
Ch 150, leaving 6 – 8” tail at each end. Weave chain in and out of dc’s in Rnd 17. Measure to make sure you have equal amounts left on each tail. Sew tails to Rnd 3 at bottom of water bottle cozy to make a handy carry cinch strap. Break yarn, weave in ends. My little guys even like wearing these around like little water bottle back packs!

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If you like the patriotic version I did for the 4th of July, crochet your rnds as follows:
Rnds 1 – 7: blue
Rnds 8 – 17: Starting with white alternate white and red until finished. I carried my colors to each new row, rather than breaking yarn each time I began a new row.

Add an Optional Star Applique just for funsies!
Rnd 1: MR, ch 2, 11 hdc in magic loop. Sl st to first hdc. Do not turn.
Rnd 2: *Chain 5, Slip stitch to 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, 1 hdc in next ch, 1 dc in last ch. Skip 1 st from rnd 1, sl st to next st. Repeat from * 4 times. Finish off. Leave a long tail for sewing star to cozy.

You are done! Enjoy a fun fresh hydrated summer!

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Tia

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