Lace up some tiny style with this Amigurumi High-Top Baby Sneakers crochet pattern! These adorable mini kicks are bursting with sporty charm, featuring classic high-top details like contrast soles, laces, and a snug ankle fit. Whether you’re crafting a standout baby shower gift, adding flair to a little one’s wardrobe, or just love turning everyday items into cute crochet creations, this pattern lets you stitch up a pair of baby shoes that are as fun to make as they are to admire. 👟🍼💖
Designed for playful customization, this pattern invites you to mix bold colors, add stars or initials, or even mimic your favorite sneaker brand for a fun twist. Use soft cotton yarn for comfort and durability, and don’t forget the tiny tongue and toe cap for that authentic look. Whether perched on a nursery shelf or worn by a stylish little trendsetter, these Amigurumi High-Top Baby Sneakers are a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade cool to every tiny step! 🧶🌈✨
👟 Amigurumi High-Top Baby Sneakers Crochet Pattern
Create these adorable red and white crochet baby sneakers that resemble sporty high-tops. With clean stitch work, eyelets, laces, and a side swoosh design, they’re the perfect handmade gift for newborns and toddlers!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and surface details.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–11 cm (4–4.3 inches) sole length – fits 0–6 months.
🧶 Materials
- Cotton DK or Light Worsted Yarn:
- White (sole, toe, accents)
- Red (main upper)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- 8 small white eyelets (optional for realism)
- White shoelace cord (or crochet your own)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
sl st – Slip Stitch
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🦶 Sole (Make 2)
With white yarn:
- Ch 11
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sc 9, 4 sc in last st; rotate to bottom, sc 8, inc (24)
- inc, sc 8, inc x4, sc 8, inc x2 (32)
- sc, inc, sc 8, (sc, inc) x4, sc 8, (sc, inc) x2 (40)
- sc around (BLO) – for side wall base
- sc around (40)
➡️ FO and weave in ends
👟 Toe Cap
With white yarn:
Work flat or in rounds, then stitch to front:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- sc around
➡️ Flatten into a half-circle or semicircle and stitch to front of sole
🔴 Upper Sneaker Body
With red yarn:
- Join yarn on side of sole
- sc around in BLO
- Work 3–4 rounds of sc to build side height
- Start shaping tongue:
- Center 8–10 stitches, work back-and-forth in rows for 5–6 rows
- Continue working side flaps (left and right of tongue), decrease near ankle opening
➡️ FO and weave ends
🧵 Swoosh & Accents
With white yarn:
- Use surface slip stitch or embroidery to form the side swoosh
- Stitch white accents along the edge for that classic stitched trim effect
- Use embroidery thread or yarn for extra contrast if desired
👁 Eyelets
- Use 1 stitch space per eyelet (4 per side)
- Insert plastic eyelets or stitch small white rings using embroidery thread
- Optional: sc chain stitch lacing loops instead of metal eyelets
👟 Shoelaces
Option 1 – Use ready-made soft cord.
Option 2 – Crochet laces with white yarn:
- Ch 70
- FO and thread through eyelets
- Tie into a bow!
🧷 Assembly Tips
- Lightly stuff toe cap to shape
- Block the shoe shape with stuffing or cardboard forms while drying
- Add a felt or fabric insole for structure
🎉 You’re done! These handmade sneakers are as functional as they are cute—perfect for baby showers or photo props.
