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Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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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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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

This pattern makes a pair of charming baby bunny slippers in two sizes (0-6 and 6-12 months). You will crochet the sole, build up the upper, add cute ears and a pom-pom tail, and finish with simple facial embroidery. The instructions are written round-by-round with clear notes on how to work the half treble stitch and where to place features.

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

Includes detailed stitch counts and finishing directions so you can assemble the slippers neatly. The pattern is tested in worsted weight yarn and includes sizing notes to adjust hook choice for perfect fit.

Why You'll Love This Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines sweet details with practical structure; the double-round at the sole makes the slippers sturdy and cozy. I enjoy how the ears are constructed to stand up, giving the slippers personality with very little extra work. The pattern lets me play with tiny decorations like bows and pom-poms, which always make the finished pair feel extra special. Working this up is fast and rewarding, so I often make several pairs as gifts and keep one for display.

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 experimenting with color when making these slippers; try soft pastels for a classic baby look or bright contrasting colors for a playful pair.

You can make the slippers bigger or smaller by changing yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn with a larger hook gives a chunky slipper while a lighter yarn with a smaller hook creates a dainty pair.

I often substitute the pom-pom for a crocheted ball or button for a different tail texture and to reduce bulk for newborn sizes.

If you want a more secure ear, stitch a small piece of felt inside each ear before sewing it closed to add stiffness and help it stand up.

I sometimes embroider little whiskers or a mouth beneath the nose to add personality and variation to the bunnies.

For machine-washable slippers, choose a washable acrylic worsted yarn and secure all seams tightly, weaving in ends thoroughly for durability.

I like to add non-slip dots to the sole for toddler sizes; use fabric paint or sole-specific non-slip adhesive dots to make them safe for cruising babies.

To make a matching set, crochet a tiny hat or headband using the same stitch pattern and color accents, and attach a coordinating bow.

Try different ear shapes by shortening or lengthening the ear pattern to produce floppy or upright ears for character variations.

If you want a gender-neutral gift, use neutral tones and skip the bows, or add a tiny crochet heart on the toe for a sweet touch.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Starting rounds in the wrong stitch and making the slipper lopsided; always find and start each round in the center back joining stitch so the slipper remains symmetrical. ✗ Counting the chain at the start of a round as a stitch which inflates your stitch count; do not count the chain stitch at the beginning of a round throughout the pattern. ✗ Joining to the wrong part of the chain when finishing a round which causes uneven joins; always join to the top of the chain stitch you began the round with for a tidy join. ✗ Working only through front loops when instructed to work both slip stitch and back loops causes a thin sole; for Round 5 work through both the slip stitch and the back loops of the previous round to create a sturdy sole.

Hoppy Baby Bunny Slippers Pattern

Make adorable baby bunny slippers with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern. You will create sweet bunny booties complete with ears and pom-pom tails that are perfect for baby showers or keepsakes. The pattern includes full round-by-round instructions for two sizes and clear finishing steps to sew everything together. Grab your worsted weight yarn and hooks and stitch a cozy, charming pair for a little one.

Intermediate 2-3 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 pair)
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    Color A: Main color - approx 3.5 oz worsted (pair pictured made with Bernat Giggles)
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    Small dab of black yarn for eyes and little facial details
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    Small dab of pink yarn for nose/blush and bows
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    Extra yarn for pom-poms and bows (small amounts)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size E / 3.5 mm (for 0-6 months)
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    Crochet hook size F / 3.75 mm (for 6-12 months)
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    Tapestry/yarn needle for sewing ears and weaving ends
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    Scissors for cutting yarn and trimming pom-poms
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    Two fingers (or pom-pom maker) to wrap yarn for pom-poms

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— Materials :

Info :

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. :o)

— 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 :

Infos :

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

Info :

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 :

Infos :

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 :

Info :

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

Info :

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 :

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 :

Info :

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 :

Ears (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 ch, (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.

— Bunny Face :

Info :

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 :

Pom Poms (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)

— Finishing :

Finishing :

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. Weave in ends and you're done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach ears to slipper by threading a yarn needle and stitching ears to the center bottom of each ear several times, then pull the needle and yarn through both sides of the ear to gather and secure before stitching the rest of the ear down.
  • Tie a small bow with pink yarn at the base of each ear and position them to cover the attachment stitching, securing with a few invisible stitches.
  • Make two pom-poms and sew them to the center back of each slipper to create the bunny tail, ensuring they are fluffed and securely fastened.
  • Embroider the face: with pink yarn make one stitch over the center double crochet post for the nose and with black yarn make one stitch for each eye about 3 stitches apart, positioned near the first row of double crochets.

Important Notes

  • 💡Start each round in the center back joining stitch to prevent the slipper from becoming lopsided.
  • 💡Do not count the beginning chain as a stitch when tallying rounds; count the actual worked stitches only.
  • 💡When instructed to work through both slip stitches and back loops, be sure to insert the hook through both layers to create a thicker, sturdier sole.
  • 💡Join rounds to the top of the chain stitch you began with to maintain consistent joins and visible round starts.

These sweet bunny slippers make a perfect handcrafted gift for baby showers and newborn photos. They combine texture, structure, and adorable details like ears and pom-poms to delight any recipient. Make a pair in soft pastels or bright fun colors and bring a little hop of joy to a tiny wardrobe. 🐰🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished slippers be?

The finished slippers measure approximately 3.75 inches long for 0-6 months and 4.50 inches long for 6-12 months using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use a different yarn weight?

Yes, you can use a different yarn weight, but the finished size will change; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and make a test sole to check sizing.

Do I need to know how to do a half treble crochet?

This pattern uses the half treble crochet (htr) and decreases like hdc2tog, so intermediate crochet experience or familiarity with these stitches is recommended.

How long will it take to complete a pair?

Most crocheters can complete a pair in about 2-3 hours, depending on experience and whether you make the ears and pom-poms by hand.