Project introduction
This pattern overview covers the Rose Crochet Flip Flop Slippers, a summer project that dresses up plain flip-flops with a handmade rose. Find the materials, sizing, and a high-level look at construction below. It is not a full tutorial; for row-by-row directions, follow the Original designer’s pattern and instructions on the Fosbas Designs website.
Rose Crochet Flip Flop Slippers Sizes
This pattern is easy to customize for a snug fit around your flip-flops. Pick your size from the chart below and work the matching figures throughout. Match your shoe size and sole length in centimeters for the best result.
| UK | US | Euro | Sole length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 36 | 21 |
| 4 | 6 | 37 | 22 |
| 5 | 7 | 38 | 23 |
| 6 | 8 | 39 | 24 |
| 6.5 | 8.5 | 40 | 25 |
| 7 | 9 | 41 | 26 |
| 8 | 10 | 42 | 27 |
| 9 | 11 | 43 | 28 |
| 10 | 12 | 44 | 29 |
| 11 | 13 | 45 | 30 |
| 12 | 14 | 46 | 31 |
Indoor Slippers
If slippers are your favorite small project, the same designer also shares an indoor slippers pattern listed as free, described as offering equal sizes and shapes. These make a cozy follow-up once summer flip-flops retire to the closet.
Quick Crochet slippers
Short on time but dreaming of handmade footwear? The quick crochet slippers listing from the same designer comes in multiple sizes as a free pattern. A practical second make for your project list once the rose slippers are finished and gifted.
Bunny slippers with sole
For a playful indoor option, the designer also lists bunny slippers made with an insole, and the pattern is offered free. The insole gives the finished pair a little more structure and cushion underfoot, which is lovely for cold floors.
Materials needed for crochet flip flop slippers
The materials list is short and practical for a quick summer make. The designer rates the slippers as intermediate and writes in US crochet terminology. Read through the full pattern first; beginning chains do not count as a stitch unless stated.
Check gauge first: 18 sts over 14 rows in hdc should make a 4″/10 cm square before blocking; adjust hook size if needed. The web version is free, and an ad-free print-friendly version is offered on Etsy or Ravelry.
- Stylecraft Special DK (#3 weight, 100% acrylic; 295 yards/322 m per 3.5 oz/100 g ball). Estimated yardage: 70 (80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170) yards; any #3 weight yarn can be substituted.
- 4 mm crochet hook.
- A pair of flip-flops as the base.
- Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends.
- Chain(s): ch(s)
- Slip stitch: sl st
- Single crochet: sc
- Half double crochet: hdc
- Double crochet: dc
- Front loop only: FLO
How to make a Rose Crochet Flip-Flop Slippers
Section 1 makes the strap covers, two for a matching pair. Each cover is worked in rows until its length is similar to the strap of your slippers, then the sides are sewn together into a sleeve that wraps the flip-flop strap.
The cover is built in two sides. The first panel is worked in rows with front-loop-only half double crochet, and the second side leaves a small chain space open to anchor the rose later. Place the cover over the strap, join the foundation row ends to the edge with single crochet toward the chain space and back, then fasten off.
Section 2 is the rose, also made twice, with two style options: a simple one-color ruffled strip, or a version with petals that changes color partway from color A to color B. Both are worked in rows into long textured bands.
To assemble, start at the ruffled end and roll the strip in a circle, widening the coil until the piece is used up. Secure the base with yarn at several spots, then sew the rose to the strap cover through the reserved chain space and weave in all ends.
Fit is easy to tune. If the cover feels loose or tight, increase or decrease the foundation chain of section 1 until the length matches your strap, mirroring any added rows on the second side. Small changes here make a big difference in comfort.
