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Ellie The Elephant Baby Booties Crochet Pattern

From watching Dumbo dozens of times to being glued in front of the tv whenever Babar was on, it’s fair to assume that I had an obsession with elephants from a young age!.. Now you might think ‘Ellie’ would be an obvious choice for the name of a set of cute little elephants like these, but I actually named them after my sweet sister, Elizabeth, who as a little girl shared my fondness of Dumbo too.

If you love animals but elephants aren’t quite your thing, I’m happy to say I also have patterns for a pair of teddy bear baby booties AND a pair of duckling baby booties!

Materials

3.5mm (E/4) Crochet Hook
95yds [120yds] Drops Muskat (109yds/50g)
– “Light Blue Purple” (1 [2] skeins)
Tapestry Needle

Finished Size

Pattern is made for 0 – 6 months old. Changes for size 6- 12 months are in [ ].

Finished Measurements (Sole Length)
0 – 6 Months: 3.5″ (9cm)
6 – 12 Months: 4″ (10cm)

Gauge

20 stitches + 16 rows = 4″/10cm in half double crochet

Stitches & Abbreviations

st(s) – stitch(es)
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
hdc2tog – half double crochet 2 together
dc2tog – double crochet 2 together
camel sc – camel single crochet

Single Crochet 2 Together (sc2tog)
Insert your hook into the next stitch. Yarn over, pull back through that stitch (2 loops on hook). Insert your hook into the next stitch. Yarn over, pull back through that stitch (3 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through all the loops on your hook.

Camel Single Crochet (camel sc)
Insert your hook into the next stitch, but not through the front OR back loop, but instead an extra loop that is behind the stitch. Yarn over, and pull back through that stitch (2 loops on hook). Yarn over, and pull through all the loops on your hook.

Skill Level

This is an “Easy” level crochet pattern (includes “How-To” photos). You must be familiar with basic crochet stitches and techniques. Directions written so that they are easy to read and follow. All patterns are in English, and written in standard US terms.

+ PATTERN

Note: This bootie is worked in the round, from bottom to top. The cuf is worked from the inside of your work/bootie, and in the round.

 

+ SOLE

Ch11 [13] using yarn and 3.50mm hook.

Rnd 1: 2 hdc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts, 5 hdc in next st. (Note: You are now going to be working on the opposite side of foundation chain.) 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 3 hdc in last st. (26 [30] sts) Do not sl st in 1st hdc of this rnd.

Rnd 2: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 2 hdc in next 2 sts. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 2 hdc in next 5 sts. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. 2 hdc in next 3 sts. (36 [40] sts) Do not sl st in 1st hdc of this rnd.

Rnd 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * twice. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 times. 1 hdc in next 8 [10] sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the * 3 times. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (46 [50] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

 

+ TOP OF SHOE

Rnd 1: Attach yarn right in the middle of the heel. Ch1, 1 sc in the same st, but only through the back loop. (Note: Continue crocheting the sts in this rnd, only in the back loop.) 1 sc in next 45 [49] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (46 [50] sts)

Rnd 2 – 3 [4]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 4 [5]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next 13 [15] sts. *1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Repeat from the * 7 times. 1 sc in next 12 [14] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (39 [43] sts)

Rnd 5 [6]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next st. 1 sc2otg. 1 sc in next 9 [11] sts. *1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Repeat from the * 5 times. 1 sc in next 9 [11] sts. 1 sc2tog. 1 sc in next st. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (32 [36] sts)

Rnd 6 [7]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next 12 [14] sts. 1 hdc2tog, 2 dc2tog, 1 hdc2tog. 1 sc in next 12 [14] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (28 [32] sts)

Rnd 7 [8]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next 13 [15] sts. 2 hdc2tog, 1 sc in next 11 [13] sts. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (26 [30] sts)

Rnd 8 [9] – 10 [11]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd. (26 [30] sts)

Rnd 11 [12]: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 camel sc in every st all around. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (26 [30] sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

 

+ HEAD

Ch2 using yarn and 3.50mm hook.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. (6 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 2: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 2 sc in every st all around. (12 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st. Repeat from the * all around. (18 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 4: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st. Repeat from the * all around. (24 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 5 – 8: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. (24 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 9: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog. Repeat from the * all around. (18 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 9: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *1 sc in next st, sc2tog. Repeat from the * all around. (12 sts) Sl st in 1st st of this rnd.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Sew 1 head onto each “Bootie”, towards the front. Sew 2 eyes/buttons onto each head.

 

+ TRUNK

Ch2 using yarn and 3.50mm hook.

Rnd 1: 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook. (5 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 2: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around – but only through the back loop. (5 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 3 – 5: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. (5 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 6: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 2 sts. (5 sts) Do not sl st in 1st sc of this rnd.

Rnd 7 – 8: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 1 sc in every st all around. (5 sts) Sl st in 1st st of this rnd.
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Sew 1 trunk onto each “Head”, towards the front.

 

+ EARS

Ch3 using yarn and 3.50mm hook.

Row 1: 7 dc in 3rd ch from hook. Turn your work. (7 sts)

Row 2: Ch2 (counts as 1st dc), 1 dc in same st. 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next 2 sts. Turn your work. (12 sts)
Fasten off, and weave in loose ends.

Crochet 2 pairs of ears, then sew 2 ears onto each “Head”, on either side of the trunk, making sure to space them out evenly.

Hope you all enjoy this pattern for a pair of dainty baby booties.
Be sure to use the tag #hopefulhoneyhive on Instagram to show me your version of my design!
Have a lovely day crocheting…

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  5. Hi
    I'm Nanske from Belgium
    I have a FB group and my members asked me if I would translate your wonderful elephant booties into Dutch

    Can I please have your permission ??
    I will put the link to your webpage or blog on it or I give you the translation and put the link to it on my group 
    Greetings
    NanskePanske

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    • Hoi Nanske,
      Ik ben er over aan het denken om deze schattige slofjes te maken. Heb jij inmiddels het Nederlandse patroon? Ik brei wel veel maar haken heb ik al zeker 20 jaar niet gedaan en dus is een Nederlands patroon geen overbodige luxe.

      Bij voorbaat dank

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  8. Hi Olivia, that is beautiful and might i say very intricate. Thanks for sharing the pattern although i'm scrolling over your other post for baby boy designs.

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  14. I am having trouble with round 3. I had 40sts at the end of round 2 as per pattern. 12 increases on round 3 are listed, but only 50sts are said to be present at the end of round 3. Is there a mistake on round 3?
    Thank you

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    • Me too on row 3 not working! I think the repeat x number of times should always be one fewer. But then the stitches don’t line up properly so the whole row seems wrong to me.

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      • I tore it down and started the sole over 6 times, because the instructions don’t work. I am going to use the photo instead of the directions. Row 2 into 3 has a counting error.

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      • It would be nice if there would be a correction posted to row 3. It’s really frustrating a lot of people. I understand this is a free pattern and I’m very thankful for it. But our time is valuable, too. I purchased yarn especially for this and I’ve been sitting here for hours trying to figure out how to fix row 3. Would you please kindly answer us here and/or on Ravelry? It would be much appreciated! Thank you!

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  15. I am having trouble on Round 3 of the sole, also. After round 2, there are 36 stitches as stated. But when I finish round 3, I have 49 stitches instead of 46. I have tried it over and over (about 6 times) and always with the same outcome. Also, the smallest (0-6 month) size ends up measuring over 4" instead of #3.5"

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  20. Is this an American pattern because British stitches have different names. This is not a problem for me if I have to use American names.

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  21. Thank you for this lovely pattern. I started crocheting these booties but I have a question. At the end of the instructions for rounds 2-3 at the top of the shoe, it says, “Note: If you’re creating the 6 –
    12 month size, add 1 extra rnd to the original 2.” Does ‘the original 2’ refer to rounds 1 and 2 (meaning that the smaller size doesn’t have round 3) or rounds 2 and 3 (so that the bigger size has 3 rounds for round 2-3)? I was also wondering if the head needs anything to stuff it. Thanks.

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  22. I think it cute I have 8 great grand babys I need to make this I have 6 boys 2 girls they are from 12 years tell 2 months old

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  31. Hi Olivia, This Ellie baby bootie pattern is so cute. I have a sister that also loves anything elephant! Is there any chance if getting the pattern in an adult size?

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  35. I’m having trouble accessing your pattern for Ellie the Elephant Baby Booties. When I click on the link it just goes back to your home page.

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  37. Hi, I love these and would love to make them but no matter what I try I can’t seem to download the pattern. Would appreciate your help. Thank you

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  39. This pattern is adorable. Unfortunately there is no way to print it. I cannot work from the computer. Can you insert the option to print?. Thanks

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  44. My grandson just started walking and talking. These are perfect for him to play and learn his animals. I also put a “R” and “L” on the bottom. Thank you for sharing this fun pattern. Stay Safe and happy,
    Janet

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    • There are errors in the pattern, so I don’t recommend trying to make this if you’re a beginner, unfortunately. Considering there’s been no correction after this many years, it’s doubtful there will be one. Here is a correction to the third round of the sole. I’ll share other corrections as I finish making these myself. Hope this helps!

      Round 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. 2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the twice. 1 hdc in next 8 10 sts. 2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the 4 times. 1 hdc in next 8 10 sts. 2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st. Repeat from the 1 time. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (46 50 sts)

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    • Sorry! Ravelry stripped the parentheses and asterisks when I copied my correction from my notes. Here is is again:

      Round 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * twice. 1 hdc in next 8 (10) sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * 4 times. 1 hdc in next 8 (10) sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * 1 time. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (46 50 sts)

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  46. For those trying to figure out how to fix the errors in round three of the sole, here’s how it should read. Hope this helps!

    Round 3: Start crocheting in 1st st from the previous rnd. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * twice. 1 hdc in next 8 (10) sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * 4 times. 1 hdc in next 8 (10) sts. *2 hdc in next st. 1 hdc in next st.* Repeat from the * 1 time. Sl st in 1st st of this rnd. (46 50 sts)

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