Reindeer Moss Stitch Crochet Slippers Free Pattern

Reindeer Moss Stitch Crochet Slippers Free Pattern

Introduction

These cozy crochet slippers are the perfect project for anyone who wants a quick, satisfying make with a big payoff. Each slipper is simply a rectangle of moss stitch, folded and seamed into a snug little bootie, so there is no shaping or complicated construction to worry about. The alternating terracotta and mustard stripes bring a warm Scandinavian winter feel, and a tiny crocheted antler on each toe adds a playful reindeer touch. Soft, squishy, and beginner-friendly, they make a lovely gift or a treat for your own chilly feet.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: (4) Medium worsted weight yarn, approximately 200 yards total — 120 yards terracotta (A), 80 yards mustard (B). Sample uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease in Terracotta and Mustard.
• Hook: 5.0 mm (H/8) crochet hook
• Notions: Tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends, scissors, and a stitch marker (optional)
• Finished size: Fits women's shoe size 7–8 (foot length approximately 9.5 inches). Adjust length by changing the starting chain.

Abbreviations

• ch — chain: yarn over and pull through the loop on your hook.
• sc — single crochet: insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
• sl st — slip stitch: insert hook, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
• sp / sps — space / spaces: the ch-1 gap between stitches.
• st / sts — stitch / stitches.

Gauge

14 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in moss stitch pattern. Work a small swatch and measure it before starting; if your gauge is off, adjust your hook size so your finished slippers fit properly.

Tips Before You Start

• Keep your chain-1 spaces loose and even — moss stitch looks best when the spaces are consistent, and it makes the seaming easier too.
• Count your stitches at the end of each row; you should always have 17 sc and 16 ch-1 spaces.
• Change colors at the end of the last row of each stripe, finishing the final sc with the new color so the stripe edge stays clean.
• Make both rectangles before seaming so you can match stripes and check that they are the same size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Rectangle (make 2)

With A, ch 34.

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, [ch 1, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch] across, turn. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Rows 2–4: ch 1, sc in first ch-1 sp, [ch 1, sc in next ch-1 sp] across, turn. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to B.

Rows 5–8: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to A.

Rows 9–12: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to B.

Rows 13–16: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to A.

Rows 17–20: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to B.

Rows 21–24: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to A.

Rows 25–28: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to B.

Rows 29–32: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Change to A.

Rows 33–36: repeat Row 2. (17 sc, 16 ch-1 sps)

Fasten off. Rectangle measures approximately 9.5 inches long and 4.5 inches wide.

Antler Motif (make 2)

With B, ch 6.

Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 3, sl st in same ch, ch 2, sl st in same ch, sl st in next ch, ch 2, sl st in same ch, ch 3, sl st in same ch, sl st in next ch. Fasten off leaving a 6-inch tail for sewing.

Assembly

Fold one rectangle in half lengthwise with right sides together. Whipstitch the short edges together to form the back heel seam. Then, with right sides still together, whipstitch the toe edge (the edge opposite the heel) from the center to the corner on each side, leaving an opening for the foot. Turn right side out. Repeat for the second slipper.

Edging

Join A at the heel seam. Sc evenly around the entire foot opening, working 1 sc in each row end and 1 sc in each stitch along the top edge. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Assembly and Finishing

Sew one antler motif to the center of each toe, using the photo as a guide. Weave in all ends securely, especially at the heel and toe seams where wear is heaviest. Lightly steam or wet-block the slippers to even out the moss stitch and smooth the seams, then let them dry completely before wearing.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Swap the terracotta and mustard for any two colors you love — deep green and cream give a classic holiday look.
• Add a non-slip sole by tracing the bottom of each slipper onto a piece of suede or fabric and stitching it in place.
• For a larger or smaller size, add or remove chains in the starting chain in pairs to keep the moss stitch pattern even.