Minute Crochet Slippers
These minute slippers are in sizes for ladies, men and children. The slippers have ribbed insteps. I believe this crochet pattern may have come in a kit or as a free pattern with the purchase of the Phentex yarn years ago.
The length of the sole for the ladies slippers is 8 inches. The men’s are 10 inches and the children’s are 7 inches. Both the men and children’s sizes are in parenthesis in the pattern.
Phentex Slipper and Craft Yarn
The slippers are crocheted with Phentex 100% Olefin 3 ply yarn that can be machine washed. I found a couple sources for this Slipper and Craft Yarn — 
A Size H or I crochet hook is suggested, for a larger size slipper, use a larger hook.
Minute Crochet Slippers Instructions page 1 and 2
Download Instructions: Right-Click on the image. Select either “save link as” or “save image as” depending on what browser you are using. Or simply click on it, it will open in a new window and save it from there.
(Find the full instructions below in a PDF file)
Crocheting in Front Loops Only
As you can see below in the second page of directions on Rnd 5 it states — “Edge of sole. WORKING IN FRONT LOOPS FOR THIS ROUND ONLY Ch 1, sc.”
This can be a bit confusing so I found a tutorial on the Stitch Diva website that shows Crocheting in the Front or Back of Loops.
Also this YouTube video from Lion Brand Yarn shows you how to crochet through the front loop.
Download the PDF Pattern
You’ll find the full two page pattern in PDF format below:
Minute Crochet Slippers Pattern
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How much yarn to you need for these slippers?
It really doesn’t say in the instructions. On the PDF file of the slippers, way at the top left is Phentex, 3 ply yarn, 5.34 oz. Now whether or not that is one skein and that is all you need, I’m not sure. Others have made these so maybe they could answer once they see your comment.
I cannot figure out the heel extension…where to start?
Hi Since I haven’t made these myself I’m afraid I’m not much help. But I’ve tried answering several questions in the comments below. You also might ask in a crochet forum or group that’s online. It’s fine to take a screenshot or link to the pattern to share the instructions with a group for answers. Thanks!
This is the pattern my grandmother used for decades. She made hundreds of these to give to family and friends. I do have a copy that is a scan of an old photocopy, this one is so much easier to read.
That’s great Nicole. Glad you found it.
Thanks!
Is your pattern posted anywhere? This one is so hard to follow
Yes, I’ve had a couple comments that this pattern can be hard to follow. I suggest an internet look up on “free quick and easy crochet slipper pattern.” When I did it, several choices came up, along with several YouTube videos to follow that may help. Like these:
Chunky Crochet Slippers
Crochet Slippers Free Patterns
Debra
I am stuck on instep ribbing – rows 1 and 2. What does it mean the first sc as chain made in
and sc across row to next to last st
Pl explain
I’m not sure but looking at the instructions I think after you make the chain and sc in each chain, the next step is to make 2 sc in the sc where you started the chain. Then sc across sc’s in chain. Starting at the first sc at beginning of chain.
Debra that way, after repeating 4 times, one side wld be bigger than other. I am talking about 3rd rnd
May be someone who has already made these slippers can explain what they did in Rnd 3
I haven’t crocheted these myself so don’t have the answer to help from experience. I would probably follow another pattern for the sole like the one I linked to below. I’ll also post the question in the VTNS Facebook group to see if anyone may have an answer.
Someone in the comments has made them and discussed the size. Possibly we could ask them by replying to the comments but it was awhile ago.
Sorry I can’t be of more help.
Debra
I’ve posted your question on the VTNS Facebook page. Maybe someone there can help.
“Someone has asked a question about crocheting these Minute Slippers. I’ve tried to help but am lost as well. It concerns the sole of the slipper and Rnd 3. Particularly, where it says, “sc to within 5 scs of 2 sc at tip of toe”. I haven’t made them so not sure how to help. Has anyone made them or know the answer to this in the group? Thanks!”
Debra, pl take a look at round 3 and walk me through it. I am stuck n have to make a few pairs. Many thx
I am not clear on rnd 3 where it says sc to within 5 scs of 2 sc at tip of toe.
Can you pl rewrite like you did rnd 2 for someone. I also asked someone else and she wasn’t sure as well
Many thx
I’ll take a look tomorrow and see what I can come up with. Thanks for your question. Debra
Okay, here goes. I’m going to try to do the same thing I did on Round 2.
ROUND 3 – SOLE
Ch 1
Skip ch 1 of previous round
2 sc in next sc
sc in next st (this st is back center of heel)
2 sc in next sc
sc to within 5 scs of 2 sc at tip of toe (From Round 2 – The tip of toe = 3rd set of 2. There are 10 sc in 5 dcs – 2 sc in each dc. Within 5 would be half way, because there are 10 sc so half is 5 sc. So maybe between the 2 sc in the 3rd set, center of heel)
*2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc*
Repeat from * to * 4 times, sc to ch 1
I would look up “loafer slippers crochet pattern” and see if it may be clearer in another pattern. The Women’s Crochet Loafer Slipper Pattern on the Whistle and Ivy blog have a similar sole. Plus she has a pattern for just the Slipper Sole in several different sizes. The post includes a 13 minute instruction video on YouTube for the slipper sole. Watching her crochet it on the video may be helpful.
Hope this helps.
Debra
I made the ladies size of these slippers using the smaller hook. They turned out ok but would fit an 8 to 10 year old girl. I also made the child size and they would fit a pre-schooler. Maybe the man size will fit a woman…that is my next plan. I would use the bigget hook ad mentioned but I worry they will be too “gappy”. I am open to any suggestions anyone may have
So glad you made these. This information is helpful and good to know. Hopefully someone will comment with a suggestion. Also if you don’t mind, I’ll post the question on the VTNS (Vintage Textile and Needlework Sellers) Facebook page I manage and see if someone there may have an answer.
A couple answers to your question on the Facebook page. One was the vintage sizing may be smaller than today’s sizes. Another was whether or not the recommended yarn is being used. I found the Phentex 100% Olefin Polypropylene 3 ply yarn available a couple places online. If you’re not using it, maybe try crocheting a pair with it to see if it makes a difference.
A couple more suggestions from the Facebook post:
You could use a 4 ply yarn with the larger size hook, check your gauge with different hooks and yarn combos good luck!
You might try the largest size hook or even a larger size and 2 strands of yarn
Hi do you have a video of the minute crochet slipper where i can follow step by step it is confusing to me. Don’t have an email yet working to get one.
No, I’m sorry I don’t. You can check the comments below the post. There are others that have asked questions about crocheting these slippers. Maybe you’ll find your answer there.
Ok so I feel like a idiot askin but when it says SC to the 5 dcs does that mean just SC in the next 15 st? Because there was 10 SC then a hbc then 10 dcs? Also when it says the 3rd 2s I counted only 2 2s. So pretty much I’m lost on the 2nd round lol
Hi Sarah, Don’t worry about being lost and asking. I’ll have to take a look at it. I’m at my last chemo treatment right now 😀 (Doctor’s office has a good WiFi connection) but I’ll ask to see if someone has the answer here and on the Facebook page.
The Facebook page I shared your question on is VTNS Vintage And Textile Needlework Sellers so hopefully someone will know the answer.
Got this answer on the FB page maybe it will help:
I tried doing it in my head. I think you S.C. crochet, then 2 S.C. in the each 5 HD’s This would make it widen out for toe or heal.
Okay, not sure if this is right, but I went through step-by-step and tried to match up the chains to the stitches. I’d do a search on loafer slipper crochet patterns, since these have a similar shape, that may help also.
So here goes, hope it helps.
SOLE
Chain 24
Skip first chain – 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook
sc in next 10 chs
hdc in next ch
dc in next 10 chs
5 dc in starting ch (or skipped first chain)
Then working along other side of the chain:
dc in next 10 ch
hdc in next ch
sc in next 10 ch
sc in same chain as 3 sc (= 4 sc in ch)
ROUND 2
Ch one tightly
2 sc in each of next 2 sc
sc in each stitch until 5 dcs in starting chain,
then 2 sc in each of the 5 dcs (the third set of 2 is the tip of the toe)
sc in each st to ch 1
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Re-written:
Ch 1 tightly,
2 sc in sc, 2 sc in sc,
10 sc in 10 sc,
1 sc in 1 hdc,
10 sc in 10 sc,
to 5 dc – 2 sc in 1 dc, 2 sc in 1 dc, 2 sc in 1 dc (tip of the toe), 2sc in 1 dc, 2sc in 1 dc,
(other side of chain)
1 sc in each 10 dc,
1 sc in 1 hdc,
sc in each 10 sc,
sc in 4 sc to ch 1
Hi is that only the sole,I need the whole pattern please thanxs Carina
Hi Carina, Find the full pattern instructions in this PDF file. Here’s the link:
http://vintagecraftsandmore.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Minute-Crochet-Slippers.pdf
Also check out all the comments below the post. There have been several questions about these slippers.
Debra
tried to get the full pattern for crocheted slippers but it starts on round 4
Where can I find 1 to 3
Hi, You’ll see down towards to bottom of the post “Download the PDF Pattern”. Click on the link “Minute Crochet Slippers Pattern” and a 2-page PDF of the pattern will come up in another window with the full instructions. There you can save or print it. Let me know if you have any problems. The instruction image in the post was only a part, like you said. Debra
Thanks for the comment. I bet there were others wondering the same thing. I went in and added some wording to help make it clear where the entire instructions are. Thanks! Debra