Watermelon Chunky Slippers for Adults – Free Crochet Pattern
Yep, I’m back at it with the crochet Watermelons… this time I made Watermelon Chunky Slippers for Adults. These Front Post Double Crochet Slippers are also available in child sizes!
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I am so overwhelmed by my love for them right now; this is actually only one of three Watermelon Slipper designs I have sketched out! And don’t even get my started on the non-slipper projects. Ha!
When I was growing up, my great grandmother always made (and wore) crochet slippers made from post stitches. They held up better than other crocheted versions, plus they are warmer in our frigid Winters (or AC cooled homes in the Summer).
I’ve been wanting to design a cute pair of post stitch slippers for years, but never got around to it. I’m so glad the idea popped back into my head when I decided on making this Watermelon pair.
Using mostly Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet stitches, this pair of slippers is sure to keep your feet cozy!
Watermelon Chunky Slippers Crochet Pattern
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Ready to make your own Watermelon Chunky Slippers? Keep reading.
Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Medium Green (1 oz)[62yds]
- Bright Green (½ oz)[30yds]
- White (½ oz)[30yds]
- Pink (3 oz)[200yds]
- Black (scraps)
Gauge
8 sts x 7 rows = 2”
Size
Women’s (US Shoe Size)
S (5/6)
M (7/8)
L (9/10)
XL (11/12)
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
BPdc = back post double crochet
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
FPdc = front post double crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
st(s) = stitch(es)
Skill Level
Easy
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches
- Chain 1 is used purposely to keep the FPdcs at the appropriate height. Changing the beginning chain amount may result in taller stitches and a longer finished project.
- Slippers are worked from the toe up
- Tutorial photos are on the last page
- You can get a Strawberry look by making the entire toe and heel pink (or Red) and the ankle solid green. Add the seeds as instructed using white yarn.
Special Stitches
Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc) = Skipping over the top loops (front loop/back loop): YO, insert hook from right to left under the post of the double crochet below, YO, draw up a loop, *YO, pull through two loops* 2X
Back Post Double Crochet (BPdc) = Folding the top loops (front loop/back loop) towards you and working into the opposite side of the fabric: YO, insert hook from right to left under the post of the double crochet below current working row, YO, draw up a loop, *YO, pull through two loops* 2X
Instructions
TOE
With Green,
R1. Magic Ring, ch 1, 12 dc in ring, sl st to join (12)
R2. Ch 1, (dc, FPdc) in each st arnd, sl st to join (24)
R3. Ch 1, *FPdc x 3, (dc, FPdc)* arnd, sl st to join (30)
R4. Ch 1, FPdc arnd, sl st to join (30)
With Bright Green,
R5-6. Repeat round 4
With White,
R7. Repeat round 4
With Pink,
R8-17(19,21,23). Repeat round 4; continue to heel
HEEL
Continue with Pink,
Break yarn, count 11 sts to the right; attach yarn in 11th st,
R1. Ch 1, FPdc in same space as ch and in next 21 sts, turn (22)
R2. Ch 1, BPdc across, turn (22)
R3. Ch 1, FPdc across, turn (22)
R4-11. Repeat rows 2 & 3
R12. Turn slipper inside out, fold heel in half, and sl st down the seam (working through both layers), turn
R13. Ch 1, sl st in each sl st across; flip slipper right side out; continue to ankle
ANKLE
Continue With Pink,
R1. Ch 1, dc in the end of each row and in each st arnd opening, sl st to join (30)
With White,
R2. Ch 1, FPdc arnd, sl st to join (30)
With Bright Green,
R3-4. Repeat round 2
With Green,
R5. Repeat round 2
R6. Ch 1, sc arnd, sl st to join; Fasten.
Finishing
- Thread needle with Black yarn, *insert needle under any FPdc/BPdc, loop around and insert back underneath* 4X, cut the tail and tuck the tails down inside the slipper. Continue this around the toe and heel in desired locations.
- Flip slipper inside out, tie yarn tails for each “seed” together.
- Hide all strings.
That’s how you make the Watermelon Chunky Slippers!
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Is there a video? I’m learning to read patterns by reading and watching.
Hi Crystal!
I do not have a video yet.
-Sonya
Hi, could you please tell me the yarn you used. I am having difficulty finding these colors. Thanks
Hi Judy!
I used Big Twist Value (from Joann Fabrics) in colors Hot Pink, Light Green, and Dark Teal.
-Sonya