Step into cuteness with this Amigurumi Baby Sneakers crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for little feet, adding a stylish touch to your handmade collection, or simply love making adorable baby accessories, this free pattern lets you stitch up tiny sneakers bursting with charm. With their classic shape, detailed laces, and soft texture, these crochet baby sneakers capture the essence of comfort and style in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to new parents, decorating a nursery, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, these amigurumi baby sneakers are sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 👶✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like miniature bows or playful patterns for extra personality. Craft a classic white-and-blue sneaker, create a pastel version for a soft aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of tiny shoes for a delightful display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful handmade keepsake, displayed as a charming accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, these Amigurumi Baby Sneakers are a bright and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sweetness to every stitch! 🧶💖
👟 Crochet Baby High-Top Sneakers Crochet Pattern
Give your little one the coolest handmade kicks with these crochet baby sneakers! Inspired by classic high-top canvas shoes, this pattern captures every detail — the lace-up sides, crisp white soles, star patches, and black stripe. Perfect for baby showers, photography props, or everyday cuteness.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate — includes shaping, color changes, and small detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
About 3.5–4 inches (9–10 cm) long, suitable for 0–6 months.
(Use a larger hook or thicker yarn for bigger sizes.)
🧶 Materials
- DK-weight cotton or acrylic yarn in:
• Light Blue – upper
• White – toe, sole, tongue, laces, and eyelets
• Black – stripes and embroidered star - 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle and stitch marker
- Optional: small amount of fiberfill to shape tongue
- Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
sl st – Slip Stitch
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🦶 Sole (Make 2)
With white yarn, ch 11.
Round 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 8, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on opposite side: sc 8, 2 sc in last (22).
Round 2: inc in first st, sc 8, inc in next 3, sc 8, inc in last 2 (28).
Round 3: sc around (28).
Fasten off and weave in ends. Flatten gently.
👟 Upper Body
Attach light blue yarn to the back loop only of the sole’s last round.
Round 1: sc around (28).
Rounds 2–4: sc around (28).
Round 5: sc 10, leave remaining stitches unworked. This opens the front for the tongue.
👅 Tongue
Continue from current position with light blue yarn.
Row 1: ch 1, turn, sc 8.
Rows 2–7: sc 8 across each row.
Fasten off. Weave in or lightly stuff the tongue to help it stand upright.
🩵 Heel and Sides
Reattach light blue yarn at right edge of the tongue opening.
Round 1: sc 9 along right side, sc 10 across the back, sc 9 along left side (28 minus tongue gap = 20 stitches).
Rounds 2–4: sc around those 20 stitches.
Round 5: ch 1, turn, sc evenly across top edge.
Fasten off and weave in ends neatly.
⚪ Toe Cap
With white yarn, attach at one side of the front opening.
Row 1: sc 8 across.
Row 2: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 4, dec (6).
Row 3: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 2, dec (4).
Row 4: ch 1, turn, dec twice (2).
Fasten off and sew the cap neatly down to the sole, shaping it slightly rounded.
⚫ Sole Stripe (Foxing Line)
With black yarn, make a surface slip stitch around the edge where the light blue upper meets the white sole. Keep the stripe level and even. For extra detail, add a short horizontal stripe over the toe front just above the sole.
⚪ Eyelets (8 per shoe)
With white yarn, make small rings.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc, sl st to join. Fasten off.
Sew 4 vertically on each side of the tongue opening, evenly spaced from the toe cap up to the cuff. These mimic classic metal eyelets.
🔵 Ankle Patch
With white yarn, make a small circle.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc.
Round 2: inc in each st (12).
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Embroider a black star in the center, then sew to the outer ankle area, positioned midway up the side.
👟 Laces
Use white crochet chain or thin shoelace, about 30 cm long. Thread through the four pairs of eyelets in a crisscross pattern. Tie a bow at the top.
👣 Finishing Touches
Weave in all yarn tails inside the shoe.
Lightly stuff if you want the shoe to hold its shape.
You can stitch the tongue base down to the toe cap for a neater fit.
💡 Tips and Customization
- Switch colors for pink, navy, red, or gray versions.
- Add initials or a mini logo patch at the heel.
- Use mercerized cotton yarn for a clean, structured finish.
- For newborn photography, you can lightly starch to keep them upright.
❤️ Final Thoughts
These handmade baby sneakers capture the classic sporty look in the softest way. The high-top design, detailed eyelets, crisp white sole, and black stripe make them look just like the real thing — only cuter and cozier. Whether gifted, displayed, or worn for baby’s first photo shoot, these tiny shoes are a perfect blend of style and sweetness.
