8. Parisian Scalloped Edge Ballet Flat Slippers
What This Idea Means
Inspired by classic French ballerina shoes, these low-profile slippers feature a curved, feminine toe scoop, seamless side arches, and delicate scalloped borders framed with a satin ankle ribbon wrap.
Materials Needed
- 40 g Fingering-weight Mercerized Cotton in Muted Ballet Blush Pink
- 2.50 mm (US B/1 or C/2) crochet hook
- 1.5 yards of 1/2-inch double-faced satin ribbon in Dusty Blush
- Tapestry needle and anti-fray liquid for ribbon ends
How to Make It
- Streamlined Sole: Crochet a slender, contoured oval sole base using tight single crochet.
- Low-Profile Upper: Work two rounds of slip-stitch back-loop walls around the perimeter to keep the shoe profile low.
- Ballet Vamp: Form a short, curved front toe box that dips low over the foot bridge.
- Scalloped Collar: Work a delicate shell stitch pattern (5 dc into one loop, skip 1, sc, skip 1) along the entire top rim of the slipper opening.
- Ribbon Loops: Attach two discreet crocheted thread loops on the inside heel and side walls.
- Ankle Ties: Thread the satin ribbon through the loops, wrap criss-cross around the baby’s lower leg, and tie in a soft bow.
Tips and Variations
- Sole Cushion: Insert a cut oval of natural cotton batting between two crocheted sole layers for a soft step.
- Toe Embellishment: Sew a tiny handmade silk ribbon rosebud onto the center-front scalloped toe.
- Monochrome Neutrals: Work this pattern in champagne or ivory for christening and formal wedding celebrations.