Molly's Sketchbook: Felt Baby Shoes

I think it’s lovely to welcome a little one into the world surrounded by thoughtful handmade gifts, and these itty-bitty boots are just the ticket for such a reception. Brimming over with the “awww” factor, everyone who sees these Felt Baby Shoes wants to pick them up and coo, almost as if they contained a chubby little baby foot already! 

Sometimes when I get on a roll with a fun and easy project like this, it’s hard to stop. In this case, I ended up with a pile of eight pairs of shoes, all from one Purl Soho Wool Felt Bundle! Our gorgeous Autumn Bundle covers a beautiful spectrum of warm earth tones, just right for boys or girls. And a bright red, hand-embroidered edge finishes the color story with a zing, while adding a sweet handmade, rustic charm.

I love the idea of sewing up a big bunch of booties to have on hand for baby showers and welcome-to-the-world gifts. A pair would also look so cute peeking out of a baby’s Christmas stocking! If you’d like to make a pair or two... or eight!... just visit my Felt Baby Shoes journal here, and happy sewing!—Molly

Comments

[Jana @ The Summer House]

Oh so sweet....

[Claire Jain]

Oh my! Those are cute :-) And I love seeing them in so many colors. Thanks for sharing!

[joanie]

Thank you for this! Looks like I can tick at least one Christmas gift off my list as being handmade. Can't wait to whip a pair up, they're wonderful :)

[ruth]

These are just adorable booties!!

[OKIFOLKI]

Oh! They are ADORABLE!!! I've bookmarked your tutorial. Thank you! Definitely making some of these for the next baby that comes along in our family. :)

[Audra]

The aesthetics of this blog are amazing. I don't have or know any newborns and I want to make these. Would it be weird to make a wreath of them, sort of like you have here?

[Suzanne]

Those are just precious.

[Cindy]

So cute and easy to make. Just made a pair for a baby shower this weekend.

[Josie]

These are the cutest things you have ever posted....really.... YOU ROCK!

[Eleni]

These are sooo cute and a thoughtful gift indeed =)

[girls dresses]

Felt Baby Shoes, what a wonderful handmade. This is really cute and best for newborn baby's.

[paula]

i would love these in adult size !!! :) is there a pattern ??

[Daisy]

They are so cute.
Wait until you have a child, and all that cute crafting time, goes out the window.

[Laura]

So sweet! The lovely wreath of baby shoes in in these warm tones just made me feel warm all over. Like Audra on 12/7/11 I have no babies to make these for, but find the wreath beautiful and compelling. Also, though my go-to craft is knitting, I regularly visit your site just for the aesthetic pleasure of seeing all the simple and beautiful crafts.

[Nadine]

I love anything felt and these are completely adorable. Love the photos, too.

[Issy gardiner]

Thee boots are just ADORABLE!!!!
Well done you-now Im just going to pop over and have a look;)))
Perhaps I can make them in my size!!
Best wishes
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[Helen@ baby shoes]

Even a complete beginner like me can make these and, they look fantastic!

[Karen @ sittingonpumpkins]

Darling! I had to rush home and make them - before I knew it I had 4 pair.