Material preparation
The first thing to prepare is wool, usually soft cotton or wool, to ensure the comfort of your baby\’s feet. The next thing you need to prepare is the knitting needle. Generally, 2.5mm or 3mm needles are used. The last thing you need to prepare is some decorations, such as buttons, ribbons, small pom-poms, etc.
Knitting skills
The basic technique for knitting baby shoes is plain knitting. We can learn these techniques through video tutorials or books. At the same time, it should also be noted that the needle size and wool selection must be coordinated, which is related to the size of the shoes.
Knitting steps
Step 1: Knit the upper. First select the wool, wrap the needle around the rope, and then wrap the needle into the terminal. Continue knitting stitches until a row is formed.
Step 2: Knit the heel, first knit 10 rows of stitches, then on the 11th row, move the needle to the seam and sew with a rope.
Step 3: Knit the lace in the upper, crochet a small piece of lace, and then sew it to the edge of the shoe.
Step 4: Decorate the shoes by adding ribbons or small pom poms to the edges of the shoes. Also, sew on some cute buttons.
Notes
1. The selection of wool and needle size must be based on actual needs, otherwise inappropriate sizes may easily occur.
2. Pay attention to tightening the needle when knitting, otherwise the shoes will be easily deformed.
3. During the production process, be sure to let your baby try it on to ensure appropriate size and comfort.
4. For beginners, it is recommended to start practicing with simple shoes first, and then try to make complex shoes after their skills gradually improve.
Summary
Hand knitting baby shoes requires patience and dedication, but the rewards are very rewarding. Through the above steps and techniques, I believe everyone can make every effort in the production process and finally make a pair of comfortable and cute shoes suitable for babies.
