Cozy Felted Animal Slippers Crochet Pattern

Get ready to create the comfiest, cutest pair of slippers that will keep your feet warm and stylish! These felted animal slippers are a delightful mix of practical and whimsical, complete with tiny ears and embroidered facial features. Perfect for lounging or as a handmade gift, this pattern provides step-by-step instructions to customize your slippers for different sizes. Let’s dive into the crafting magic!

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Materials

• Yarn:
  • Main Color (MC): West Yorkshire Spinners Bluefaced Leicester Aran (100% Wool, 83m/50g) – 2 (3, 3) skeins, orange
  • Contrast Color (CC): 1 skein, cream
• Needles: 5 mm knitting needles (straight or circular, your choice)
• Small amount of black embroidery thread
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

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Sizing

• Foot Lengths:
  • Small: 22 cm
  • Medium: 26 cm
  • Large: 32 cm

Gauge

• Pre-felting: 14 stitches x 21 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm

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Instructions

Toe Section

1. Using the contrast color, cast on 3 (3, 5) stitches.
2. Row 1 (WS): Knit all stitches.
3. Row 2 (RS): K1, inc 1, K1 (3, 3), inc 1, K1. (5, 5, 7 stitches)
4. Row 3: Purl all stitches.
5. Row 4: K1, inc 1, knit across, inc 1, K1. (7, 7, 9 stitches)
6. Repeat this increase pattern until you have 25 (25, 27) stitches.

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Body of the Slipper

1. Knit in stockinette (alternating rows of knit and purl) for 22 rows (or until the work reaches mid-foot length).

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Heel Shaping

1. Row 1: Bind off 14 (14, 16) stitches, knit to the end.
2. Row 2: Bind off 14 (14, 16) stitches, knit to the end.
3. Work in stockinette for 3 rows.
4. Row 4: K2tog, knit across to the last 2 stitches, K2tog.
5. Repeat Row 4 until 7 stitches remain.

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Tail Section

1. Switch to the contrast color and knit stockinette for 6 rows, decreasing as follows:
   • Row 1: K2tog at the start and end of the row.
   • Row 2-3: Knit all stitches.
   • Repeat until 3 stitches remain.
2. K3tog, fasten off, and weave in ends.

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Ears (Make 4 per slipper)

1. Using the main color, cast on 7 stitches and knit 5 rows of stockinette.
2. Row 6: K2tog, knit across to the last 2 stitches, K2tog.
3. Continue this pattern until 3 stitches remain.
4. K3tog, fasten off, and weave in ends.
5. Sew two ear pieces together (right sides out) for each ear.

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Sole and Side Edges

1. Reverse the work so the WS is facing you. Pick up 13 (13, 15) stitches along the side edge.
2. Knit in stockinette, alternating cream and orange as follows:
   • Knit 5 (5, 6) stitches in cream.
   • Knit 3 stitches in orange.
   • Continue alternating for 21 (25, 30) rows.

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Assembly and Felting

1. Turn the slipper inside out and sew the sole together. Shape the toe for a rounded finish.
2. Sew the tail piece along the heel and attach the ears to the top of the slipper.
3. Use black embroidery thread to add a nose and eyes using French knots.
4. Felt the slippers by hand or in a washing machine, checking the size frequently. Shape and lay flat to dry.

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Customization Tips

• Color Variations: Swap out the orange and cream for your favorite colors or match the recipient’s preferences.
• Facial Details: Add whiskers, spots, or other embellishments with embroidery or felt cutouts.

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Final Touches

Your cozy felted slippers are ready to snuggle your feet! These charming animal slippers will not only keep you warm but will also add a playful touch to your loungewear. Whether you keep them for yourself or gift them to someone special, they’re bound to bring joy and comfort.

Happy knitting and felting! 🧶