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Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern

Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern
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Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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An elegant detail to elevate any look, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design sensibilities.

About This Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates sweet strappy ballet flats for newborns through 6-12 months with three size options and multiple strap styles. It includes full round-by-round instructions, photos showing key steps, and tips for blocking and finishing. You can add ribbon ties or a tiny crocheted flower to personalize each pair.

Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern uses worsted weight yarn for the sole and upper with a smaller hook for decorative flower and lace. Multiple Round 8 variations are provided for center loop, side tie, and wrap strap options.

Why You'll Love This Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it teaches a classic baby shoe silhouette with a few clever finishing techniques that make the shoes look professional. I enjoy the versatility of the strap options — ribbon ties, center loop, or wrap straps give each pair a unique personality. The spike stitch detail really elevates the upper and gives it a handcrafted texture I find irresistible. Making a small, quick gift that still looks special always makes me happy, and these fit that need perfectly.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to make these shoes uniquely your own by swapping yarn colors — try ombre or variegated yarn for a playful effect.

If you want a chunkier shoe, I sometimes use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to create a cozy, oversized pair.

For delicate finishes, use satin ribbon threaded through the Round 8 loops and tie dainty bows at the ankle; it instantly dresses up the shoes.

I often crochet a tiny different-colored trim around the sole for contrast — a single round of sc in a bright color makes a big difference.

Want tiny booties instead? Add a few extra rounds to the upper and a stretchy cuff to convert these flats into ankle booties.

I sometimes embroider initials or tiny hearts on the toe before attaching the flower for a personalized gift.

To make these into keychain charms or ornaments, use thinner yarn and a smaller hook and shorten the strap into a loop.

Try leather or faux-leather straps for a more grown-up look — just stitch them through the same loops used for the ribbon.

I recommend experimenting with the flower style: make a layered flower for more volume or tiny rosebuds for a vintage look.

For a secure fit, I occasionally add a small piece of elastic across the inside of the strap to keep shoes snug on wriggly little feet.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers at the beginning of rounds can make it hard to track your starting stitch; place and use a marker to mark the first stitch of every round for accuracy. ✗ Not pulling up the new color loop properly when switching to the upper color can create uneven joins; yarn over and pull the loop through the previous loop exactly as instructed and mark that loop. ✗ Forgetting to work spike stitches as shown will change the shoe profile; follow the spike stitch directions carefully and insert the hook into the row below when instructed. ✗ Overstuffing or aggressively blocking the finished shoe can distort shape; mist and shape gently and allow to dry naturally to keep correct proportions.

Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern

Make adorable strappy ballet flats for babies with this detailed crochet pattern. You will find complete materials, stitch abbreviations, step-by-step rounds for three sizes, and multiple strap and decoration options. Follow the clear photos and notes to create a polished pair of handmade baby shoes you can customize with ribbons or tiny flowers.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Strappy Ballet Flats Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sole (Color A) - worsted weight yarn, approximately 30 yards
  • 02
    Upper (Color B) - worsted weight yarn, approximately 45 yards (for largest size shoe)
  • 03
    Flower - fingering weight yarn, approximately 6 yards
  • 04
    Ribbon option - 2 lengths, each one yard of 1.5 inch ribbon (optional)
  • 05
    Pictured yarn: "I Love This Cotton" from Hobby Lobby (used in samples)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size F (3.75mm) for shoe
  • 02
    Crochet hook size D (3.25mm) for flower and lace/strap
  • 03
    Stitch markers
  • 04
    Ribbon lengths (1.5 inch, 2 one-yard pieces for ribbon option)
  • 05
    Scissors (for trimming ribbon and yarn tails)
  • 06
    Yarn needle for weaving in ends

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— Materials :

Info :

Sole (Color A) - 30 yards worsted weight Yarn. Upper (Color B) - 45 yards worsted weight yarn for largest size shoe. Flower - 6 yards fingering weight. Hook - F (3.75mm) for shoe and D (3.25mm) for flower and lace. Stitch Markers. Ribbon option - 2 - one yard lengths of 1.5 inch ribbon. Pictured shoes made with "I love this cotton" from Hobby Lobby.

— Abbreviations :

Info :

ch Chain. lp Loop. st Stitch. sk Skip. sc Single crochet. hdc Half double crochet. dc Double crochet. sl st Slip stitch. bl Back loop. 2tog Decrease.

— Gauge :

Info :

4.5 hdc to one inch using F hook. Adjust your hook or yarn to obtain gauge.

— How to read pattern :

Infos :

When there is a number followed by a stitch, that stitch needs to be worked over that number of stitches. All steps are separated with a comma. Everything in Brackets [ ] should be worked together as a group and worked as many times TOTAL as the number following.

— Example :

Info :

Ch 1, 5 sc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 6 dc2tog, [1 sc, 1 dc] 4 times.

Round 1 :

Ch 1 (does not count as stitch)

Round 2 :

1 sc in each of the first 5 stitches

Round 3 :

2 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches

Round 4 :

6 double crochet decreases

Round 5 :

1 sc in next stitch

Round 6 :

1 double crochet in next stitch

Round 7 :

Repeat steps 5 and 6, 3 more times (27 total stitches-)

— Blocking :

Info :

1. Mist shoes with water. 2. Shape them to desired shape by pulling out wrinkles and ripples. 3. Let dry.

— Spike Stitch :

Info :

Spike sts are worked the same as a single crochet but instead of working into the current row, you drop down and work into the previous row right below. Insert hook in the next stitch one row below the current row, yarn over, pull up a loop through, yarn over and pull loop through both loops on hook.

— Flower (tiniest tiny) :

Info :

Use D (3.25mm) hook. With flower color, make a magic ring about six inches from the end. With thumb and forefinger hold yarn where it crosses. Pull a lp through the ring you just made and crochet over 2 strands.

Round 1 :

[Chain 3 (4), sl st back to ring] 10 (12) times. Bind off.

Round 2 :

With leaf color pull a lp through ring, ch 4 (5), sl st back to ring 2 times, bind off.

Round 3 :

Pull ends to center and then pull beginning tail you started with tightly, to close ring.

Round 4 :

Arrange pedals and leaves to your liking. Tie ends in knot behind flower and attach to shoe.

— Newborn :

Info :

F (3.75mm) - 3.75 inches long. Do not count the ch st as a st at the beginning of a round. Join at end of round to the top of the first st (aka marked st). Joining st (marked st) is the first st of the next round.

Round 1 :

With color A, ch 11, mark lp on hk, 2 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 8 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 8 hdc down the other side of foundation ch, 2 hdc in last ch, join with sl st to marked st. 24 total sts

Round 2 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 2 sc in each of the next two sts, 8 sc, 2 sc in each of the next 4 sts, 8 sc, 2 sc in each of the last two sts, join with sl st to marked st. 32 total sts

Round 3 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 2 sc in each of the first 2 sts, 8 sc, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 8 sts, 2 hdc, 8 sc, 2 sc in each of the last 2 sts, join with sl st to marked st. Cut yarn, leaving loop on hook and tail long enough to weave in. 44 total sts

Round 4 :

With color B, yarn over and pull lp through lp on hk, mark lp on hk, 44 bl sl st, join with sl st to marked st. 44 total sts. Pictures B and C.

Round 5 :

This round is worked over the stitches of the last round. Insert hk between sl sts and line of unworked loops from previous round. Hk should easily slip through. Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 5 hdc, 1 sc, 5 sl st, 3 sc, 1 hdc, 14 dc, 1 hdc, 3 sc, 5 sl st, 1 sc, 5 hdc, join with sl st to marked st. 44 total sts

Round 6 :

Ch 2, mark lp on hk, 3 dc, 3 hdc, 5 spike st, 7 sc, 8 hdc, 7 sc, 5 spike st, 3 hdc, 3 dc, join with sl st to marked st. 44 total sts See page 1 for how to do spike st.

Round 7 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 4 hdc, 4 sc, [sk next st, 1 sl st] 4 times, 6 sc2tog, [1 sl st, sk next st] 4 times, 4 sc, 2 hdc, 2 hdc in last st, join with sl st to marked st. 30 total sts

Round 8 :

for option 1 - Picture J (Options 2 and 3 are on page 5): Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 3 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 13 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 2 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Item Name (Strap - Pictures I & J) :

Using D size hk, make a ch that measures 36 inches long, bind off, tie loose ends in knots, and trim. Pull strap through loops made in round 8, as indicated below in picture J. Tie end in knot and trim.

— 3-6Months :

Info :

F (3.75mm) - 4.25 inches long. Do not count the ch st as a st at the beginning of a round. Join at end of round to the top of the first st (aka marked st). Joining st (marked st) is the first st of the next round.

Round 1 :

With color A, ch 13, mark lp on hk, 2 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 10 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 10 hdc down the other side of foundation ch, 2 hdc in last ch, join with sl st to marked st. 28 total sts

Round 2 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 2 sc in each of the next two sts, 7 sc, 3 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 sts, 3 hdc, 7 sc, 2 sc in each of the last two sts, join with sl st to marked st. 36 total sts

Round 3 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 2 hdc in each of the first 2 sts, 12 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 8 sts, 12 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the last 2 sts, join with sl st to marked st. Cut yarn, leaving loop on hook and tail long enough to weave in. 48 total sts

Round 4 :

With color B, yarn over and pull lp through lp on hk, mark lp on hk, 48 bl sl st, join with sl st to marked st. 48 total sts.

Round 5 :

This round is worked over the stitches of the last round. Insert hk between sl sts and line of unworked loops from previous round. Hk should easily slip through. Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 6 hdc, 1 sc, 6 sl st, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 14 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc, 6 sl st, 1 sc, 6 hdc, join with sl st to marked st. 48 total sts

Round 6 :

Ch 2, mark lp on hk, 4 dc, 3 hdc, 6 spike st, 5 sc, 12 hdc, 5 sc, 6 spike st, 3 hdc, 4 dc, join with sl st to marked st. 48 total sts. See page 1 for how to do spike st.

Round 7 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 3 hdc, 8 sc, [skip next st, 1 sl st] 4 times, 5 sc2tog, [1 sl st, skip next st] 4 times, 8 sc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc in last st, join with sl st to marked st. 35 total sts

Round 8 :

for option 1 - Picture J (Left Shoe): Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 16 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off and weave in ends.

Round 8 :

for option 1 - Picture J (Right Shoe): Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 16 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off and weave in ends.

Item Name (Strap - Pictures I & J) :

Using D size hk, make a ch that measures 42 inches long, bind off, tie loose ends in knots, and trim. Pull strap through loops made in round 8, as indicated below in picture J.

— 6-12 months :

Info :

F (3.75mm) - 4.75 inches long. Do not count the ch st as a st at the beginning of a round. Join at end of round to the top of the first st (aka marked st). Joining st (marked st) is the first st of the next round.

Round 1 :

With color A, ch 15, mark lp on hk, 2 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 12 hdc, 4 hdc in last ch, 12 hdc down the other side of foundation ch, 2 hdc in last ch, join with sl st to marked st. 32 total sts

Round 2 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 2 sc in each of the next two sts, 7 sc, 5 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 4 sts, 5 hdc, 7 sc, 2 sc in each of the last two sts, join with sl st to marked st. 40 total sts

Round 3 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 2 hdc in each of the first 2 sts, 14 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the next 8 sts, 14 hdc, 2 hdc in each of the last 2 sts, join with sl st to marked st. Cut yarn, leaving loop on hook and tail long enough to weave in. 52 total sts

Round 4 :

With color B, yarn over and pull lp through lp on hk, mark lp on hk, 52 bl sl st, join with sl st to marked st. 52 total sts

Round 5 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 6 hdc, 1 sc, 7 sl st, 2 sc, 7 sl st, 1 sc, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in last st, join with sl st to marked st. 52 total sts

Round 6 :

Ch 2, mark lp on hk, 4 dc, 3 hdc, 7 spike st, 4 sc, 3 hdc, 10 dc, 3 hdc, 4 sc, 7 spike st, 3 hdc, 4 dc, join with sl st to marked st. 52 total sts. See page 1 for how to do a spike st.

Round 7 :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, skip first st, 4 hdc, 7 sc, [skip next st, 1 sl st] 4 times, 1 sc2tog, 5 hdc2tog, 1 sc2tog, [1 sl st, skip next st] 4 times, 7 sc, 4 hdc, 2 hdc in last st, join with sl st to marked st. 37 total sts

Round 8 :

for option 1 - Picture J (Left shoe): Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 17 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 7 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Round 8 :

for option 1 - Picture J (Right shoe): Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 7 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 17 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

— Variations & Round 8 Options :

Round 8 - Newborn Right Shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 3 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 13 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 2 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Round 8 - 3-6 months Left Shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 16 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off and weave in ends.

Round 8 - 3-6 months Right Shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 16 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off and weave in ends.

Round 8 - 6-12 months Left shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 17 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 7 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Round 8 - 6-12 months Right shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 7 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 17 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Option #2 Side Tie - Round 8 Newborn Left Shoe :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 3 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 13 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 6 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 2 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Option #3 Center Loop - Round 8 Newborn size :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 3 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 9 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 9 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 2 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Option #3 Center Loop - Round 8 3-6 months :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 10 bl sl st, bl sl st2tog, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 10 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off and weave in ends.

Option #3 Center Loop - Round 8 6-12 months :

Ch 1, mark lp on hk, 4 bl sc, 3 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 11 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 11 bl sl st, ch 3, 1 bl sl st back in same st; 3 bl sl st, 3 bl sc, join with sl st to marked st, ch 4, sl st back in same st, bind off.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the tiny flower to the outer side of the shoe near the toe by sewing through the center back loop and knotting securely behind the flower.
  • Pull the D-size chain strap through the loops created in Round 8, cross and arrange as shown in pictures, then tie knots at the ends and trim excess ribbon or yarn.
  • For ribbon options, thread ribbon through the loops in Round 8 and tie in a bow at the ankle, trimming tails to desired length and hiding knots inside shoe opening.
  • Block the shoes by misting them with water and shaping them to smooth wrinkles and set curve before attaching straps or flowers.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not count the chain stitch at the beginning of a round as a stitch; always use your marked stitch as the first stitch of the next round.
  • 💡When changing to Color B work back loop slip stitches around the sole to create the line for the upper before working into unworked loops.
  • 💡Work spike stitches by inserting the hook into the row below as described on page 1 for correct texture and look.

These strappy ballet flats are the perfect little handmade gift for newborns and infants, detailed with spike stitches and pretty strap options. Add ribbon ties or a tiny flower to personalize each pair and make them truly special. Whether you crochet for gifts or to sell at markets, these shoes are quick to make and unforgettable to give. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What sizes are included in this pattern?

This pattern includes detailed rounds and instructions for Newborn, 3-6 months, and 6-12 months sizes.

What hook sizes should I use?

Use an F (3.75mm) hook for the shoe body and a D (3.25mm) hook for the flower and strap/lace work.

Can I change the yarn weight to make different sizes?

Yes, changing yarn weight and hook size will alter the finished dimensions; be sure to check gauge and adjust rounds if necessary.

How do I finish the strap or ribbon options?

You can make a long chain with D hook and weave it through the Round 8 loops or use ribbons tied in bows; knot and trim ends securely.