Easy Crochet Bear Baby Shoes are an adorable and beginner-friendly project that’s perfect for new crocheters or anyone looking to make a sweet handmade gift. These baby shoes feature a simple slipper-style design with the added cuteness of a bear face on the toe. Made with soft yarns—usually worsted weight or baby acrylic—they’re gentle on baby skin, warm, and easy to care for. The design is unisex and great for newborns to around 6 months, with the option to size up by using a larger hook or thicker yarn.
The basic shoe starts with a crocheted sole, worked in rounds using simple stitches like single crochet (SC) or half double crochet (HDC). Once the sole is complete, the upper portion is built by working around the sole and gradually decreasing to shape the toe area. The bear face is created by attaching two small crocheted circles (for ears), a slightly larger circle or oval for the snout, and simple embroidery for the nose and eyes. Alternatively, safety eyes and a stitched-on nose can be used for a clean and polished look.
These bear baby shoes can be made in classic teddy bear colors like beige, brown, or cream, but they’re just as adorable in pastel shades or fun colors like baby blue or pink. You can personalize them even more by adding a tiny bow on one ear, using textured yarn for a fuzzy look, or pairing them with a matching bear-themed hat. They’re a quick project—often finished in just 1–2 hours—and make a lovely gift that’s both functional and full of charm.
Pattern and tutorial by Maisie and Ruth