Santa Baby Christmas Boots Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch, knit, Purl

What you need to know

Dress a newborn this Christmas with Susie Johns' adorable Santa boots.

Perfect for keeping tiny toes toasty warm when snuggled up in the pram by the fire, or while embarking on a crawling expedition, these sweet little slippers come in three different sizes and are a great project for confident beginners. Featuring the classic Christmassy shades of warm red and snowy white, these little bootees are trimmed with a fluffy edge, adding a gloriously festive finishing touch.

What do I need?

Yarn: King Cole Big Value DK, shade 4029 Red, King Cole Cuddles DK, shade 1175 White,
one 50g ball of each
Needles: 3.75mm
Tapestry needle

Sizing

Age (mths): 0-6 (6-12, 12-18)
Length of sole (cm): 10 (12, 14)

Top knit tip

For your finished project to look as good as possible, it’s always best to block it. However, baby bootees are of course very small, which can make blocking a little more fiddly. First, soak your finished bootees in lukewarm water and then gently squeeze out the excess. Insert your fingers inside the bootee and press flat all the seams. Draw an oval that is approximately the size and shape of the inside of the bootee onto a piece of card and cut it out. You could trace around the soles to help you do this, or find a template online. Slip the template into the shoe and position at the base before stuffing it with paper towel until fairly compact. Mold the shape of the shoe to remove lumps and bumps, making sure the base is flat and the toe area rounded. Then leave it somewhere warm to dry before removing the stuffing.

Meet the designer

Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specialising in knitting, papercrafts and embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines and is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, papier-mâché and more. If you enjoyed this pattern, we think you'll love Susie's Christmas Bear outfits. You can find more of Susie's designs here.

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