What size should I make for my baby?

The pattern includes four sizes: Size 1 for newborns (0-1 months, 3⅜ inches), Size 2 for 1-3 months (3½ inches), Size 3 for 3-6 months (4 inches), and Size 4 for 6-9 months (4⅜ inches). Always measure your baby's foot length and add about ¼ inch for comfort. Working a gauge swatch ensures accurate sizing.

I've never done macramé before—is this pattern too difficult?

While the macramé straps look intricate, the pattern provides extensive photo tutorials for every single knotting step. The knotted chevron pattern uses just one basic knotting technique repeated in a specific sequence. Take your time with Section 1, and by Section 2 you'll have the rhythm down. The pattern also references helpful video tutorials if you need extra guidance.

Can I substitute different yarn weights or types?

The pattern specifically calls for Sport/Baby weight (Category 2) yarn to achieve the correct gauge and sizing. If you substitute with a different weight, your clogs will turn out larger or smaller than intended. However, you can use any fiber content—the suggested 50% cotton/50% acrylic blend provides durability and washability, but 100% cotton or 100% acrylic works well too.

How do I make sure the straps are positioned correctly?

The key is ensuring the chevron arrows point in opposite directions for the left and right shoes. After completing both straps, lay them side by side—one should have the chevron pointing right and the other left. Simply rotate one strap counter-clockwise to achieve this. The pattern includes detailed assembly photos showing correct positioning before sewing.

What's the purpose of the blocking step—is it necessary?

Blocking is optional but highly recommended for achieving the best shape and professional finish. By stuffing the shoes with damp tissues and allowing them to dry completely, you help set the stitches and create a more defined clog shape. This step is especially helpful if your tension varied during crocheting or if the shoes seem slightly misshapen after assembly.

Can I make these clogs without the macramé straps?

While the tribal macramé straps are the signature feature of this pattern, you could substitute a simpler crocheted strap if preferred. However, the pattern's instructions are specifically written for the knotted chevron design. Consider trying just one strap first to see how manageable the macramé is—many crocheters find it easier than expected with the detailed photo guide.

Tribal Baby Clogs Crochet Pattern

Switch Things Up

I absolutely love experimenting with different color combinations for these tribal baby clogs! While the pattern suggests green, brown, white, and dark brown for that classic earthy tribal look, I've had so much fun creating versions in completely different palettes. Try soft pastels like blush pink, cream, mint, and gray for a modern nursery aesthetic, or go bold with navy, coral, gold, and white for a contemporary twist.

The macramé straps are where you can really showcase your creativity. I've made versions using just two contrasting colors for a simpler, more graphic chevron pattern—think black and white for a striking monochrome look, or soft yellow and white for something sunny and cheerful. You could even incorporate metallic yarns into the strap for a touch of shimmer that catches the light beautifully.

For seasonal variations, I love making holiday-themed clogs. Red, white, and green straps with a cream body make adorable Christmas baby shoes, while orange, black, and white create perfect little Halloween booties. Patriotic versions in red, white, and blue are always a hit for summer babies.

I've also experimented with adding small embellishments after completing the basic pattern. Tiny crocheted flowers, little buttons, or even small appliqués can be sewn onto the toe area for extra personality. Just make sure anything you add is securely attached and doesn't pose a choking hazard.

The sole color offers another customization opportunity—I love using a neutral tan or gray for the double sole regardless of the body color, as it gives a more authentic shoe-like appearance. Or match the sole to the main body color for a cohesive monochromatic look. The possibilities are truly endless, and each color combination creates an entirely different vibe while using the exact same pattern structure!

Tribal Baby Clogs Crochet Pattern

Create adorable handmade baby clogs featuring a unique tribal macramé strap design. This charming footwear pattern combines traditional crochet techniques with decorative knotted chevron straps, resulting in stylish and comfortable shoes for babies aged newborn to nine months. Perfect for gifting or creating special keepsakes that showcase your crafting skills.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Tribal Baby Clogs Crochet Pattern

— Main Fabric

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Sport/Baby weight yarn (Category 2) - 3.53 oz (100g) per 268 yds (245m) in single strand
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Main Color (MC) - less than 1/4 skein - Suggested: Green
03
Contrast Color 1 (CC1) - less than 1/4 skein - Suggested: Light brown
04
Contrast Color 2 (CC2) - very small amount - Suggested: White
05
Contrast Color 3 (CC3) - very small amount - Suggested: Dark brown
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Recommended: Nako Calico Turkish yarn - 50% cotton + 50% premium acrylic

— Tools Required

01
C/2 (3.0 mm) crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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1/2 inch buttons (2 pieces)
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Scissors
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Pins and cushioned surface or adhesive/masking tape and immovable surface (for macramé)
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Stuffing material (optional, for blocking)

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— Pattern Guide Part 1: Soles

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Use CC1 yarn color with C/2 (3.0 mm) hook. Make 4 soles. Crochet continuously without joining at end of every round

Round 1 :

Step :

Ch 13 (14, 16, 18). Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 10 (11, 13, 15) sts. 3 sc in next st. Sc in next 10 (11, 13, 15) sts. 2 sc in next st [Total: 26 (28, 32, 36)]

Round 2 :

Step :

2 sc in next st. Sc in next 10 (11, 13, 15) sts. 2 sc in next 3 sts. Sc in next 10 (11, 13, 15) sts. 2 sc in next 2 sts [Total: 32 (34, 38, 42)]

Round 3 :

Step :

2 hdc in next 2 sts. Hdc in next 10 (11, 12, 12) sts. Dc in next 0 (0, 1, 3) sts. 2 hdc in next 6 (6, 0, 0) sts. 2 dc in next 0 (0, 6, 6) sts. Dc in next 0 (0, 1, 3) sts. Hdc in next 10 (11, 12, 12) sts. (2 hdc in next st, hdc in next st) x 2 [Total: 42 (44, 48, 52)]

Round 4 :

Step :

2 sc in next 3 sts. Sc in next 6 (7, 8, 4) sts. Hdc in next 3 (3, 3, 8) sts. Dc in next 2 (2, 3, 4) sts. (2 dc in next st, dc in next st) x 6. Dc in next 2 (2, 3, 4) sts. Hdc in next 3 (3, 3, 8) sts. Sc in next 6 (7, 8, 4) sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. Cut yarn, sk 1 st, sew inv sl st to top of next st [Total: 52 (54, 58, 62) including inv sl st]

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Mark the 1st sc of Round 4 for both soles. Place soles together with WS facing each other. Starting in marked sts, use CC2 to crochet both layers together with 52 (54, 58, 62) sl sts around. Neatly sew last sl st [Total: 53 (55, 59, 63)]

— Pattern Guide Part 2: Main Body

Round 5 :

Step :

Identify mid-heel. Using MC, make standing sc in back loop of sl st at marked mid-heel. Sc blo in next 52 (54, 58, 62) sts around soles. Sl st to top of beg standing sc blo [Total: 53 (55, 59, 63)]

Round 6 :

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Ch 1. Sc2tog starting in same st base as ch. Sc in next 49 (51, 55, 59) sts. Sc2tog in last 2 sts. Sl st to top of beg sc2tog. Cut yarn short and FO [Total: 51 (55, 57, 61)]

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Mark 24th (25th, 27th, 29th) st from mid-heel. From here onwards, do not ch 1 after turning at end of every row

Row 1 :

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With toe facing you, attach MC to marked 24th (25th, 27th, 29th) st. Sc in next 3 sts. 2 sc in next st. Sc in next 3 sts. Turn [Total: 8]

Row 2 :

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Sc in next 8 sts. Sc into next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 10]

Row 3-4 :

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Sk 1st and 2nd sts. Sc in next 8 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn. Do this for 2 rounds [Total: 10]

Row 5 :

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Sk 1st st. Sc in next 9 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 11]

Row 6 :

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Sk 1st and 2nd sts. Sc in next 9 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 11]

Row 7 :

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Sk 1st st. Sc in next 10 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 12]

Row 8 :

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Sk 1st st. Sc in next 11 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 13]

Row 9 (9-10, 9-11, 9-11) :

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Sk 1st and 2nd sts. Sc in next 11 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn. Do for 1 (2, 3, 3) rounds [Total: 13]

Row 10 (11, 12, 12) :

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Sk 1st st. Sc in next 12 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 14]

Row 11 (12, 13, 13) :

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Sk 1st and 2nd sts. Sc in next 12 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 14]

For Size 1, 2 & 3 only - Row 12 (13, 14) :

Step :

Sk 1st st. Sc in next 13 sts. Sc in next 4 side sts. Turn [Total: 17]

For Size 4 only - Row 14 :

Step :

Sk 1st st. Sc in next 13 sts. Sc in next 2 side sts. Turn [Total: 15]

For Size 1, 2 & 3 only - Row 13 (14, 15) :

Step :

Sk 1st st. Sc in next 16 sts. Crochet along side sts to mid heel and back to starting point. Sc in next 20 (20, 22) sts. Cut yarn, inv sl st to top of 2nd beg sc [Total: 35 (36, 36)]

For Size 4 only - Row 15 :

Step :

Sk 1st st. Sc in next 14 sts. Sc in next 4 side sts. Turn [Total: 18]

For Size 4 only - Row 16 :

Step :

Sk 1st st. Sc in next 17 sts. Crochet along next 13 side sts. Sc2tog at mid heel. Sc in next 9 sts moving back to starting point. Cut yarn, inv sl st to top of 2nd beg sc [Total: 39]

Edging for All Sizes :

Step :

Using CC2, crochet 36 (36, 36, 39) sl sts around top edge. End sl st neatly. Cut yarn and hide tails [Total: 36 (36, 36, 39)]

— Pattern Guide Part 3: Shoe Strap (Knotted Chevron Macramé)

Info :

Cut 4 different colored yarns about 130 cm long each, except 1 color at 150 cm (for button loops). Make 2 straps. Divide into 2 groups according to color sequence. Fold strands in equal length, tie loose knot or tape in middle. Pin mid-knot to cushion or tape to immovable surface

Button Loop Construction :

Step :

Place longest yarn over other 3 colors from Group 1 (forming flipped number 4 shape). Yarn goes under all 3 other yarns and back up loop. Pull tightly. Repeat until desired button loop length (twice button diameter, approximately 4 cm for 2 cm button). When complete, remove pins/tape, bend loop, pin/stick bent loop onto surface again

Section 1 Knotting Sequence :

Step 1 :

G2Br over G1Br (knot 2x)

Step 2 :

G1Y over G1Br (knot 2x)

Step 3 :

G2Y over G2Br (knot 2x)

Step 4 :

G2Y over G1Y (knot 2x)

Step 5 :

G1Bl over G1Br (knot 2x)

Step 6 :

G1Bl over G1Y (knot 2x)

Step 7 :

G2Bl over G2Br (knot 2x)

Step 8 :

G2Bl over G2Y (knot 2x)

Step 9 :

G2Bl over G1Bl (knot 2x)

Step 10 :

G1W over G1Br (knot 2x)

Step 11 :

G1W over G1Y (knot 2x)

Step 12 :

G1W over G1Bl (knot 2x)

Step 13 :

G2W over G2Br (knot 2x)

Step 14 :

G2W over G2Y (knot 2x)

Step 15 :

G2W over G2Bl (knot 2x)

Step 16 :

G2W over G1W (knot 2x) - Section 1 complete

Section 2 Knotting Sequence :

Info :

Brown yarn now at sides. Start knotting from sides toward middle for Groups 1 and 2

Step 1 :

G1Br over G1Y (knot 2x)

Step 2 :

G1Br over G1Bl (knot 2x)

Step 3 :

G1Br over G1W (knot 2x)

Step 4 :

G2Br over G2Y (knot 2x)

Step 5 :

G2Br over G2Bl (knot 2x)

Step 6 :

G2Br over G2W (knot 2x)

Step 7 :

G2Br over G1Br (knot 2x)

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Continue pattern: Section 3 starts with brown in middle, yellow at sides. Continue knotting from side to middle following color sequence until desired strap length achieved

— Pattern Guide Part 4: Assembly

Step 1 :

Position strap across shoe body. Ensure arrows point in opposite directions for both straps (turn one strap counter-clockwise)

Step 2 :

Thread strap yarn tails to tapestry needle and sew into inner sides of shoes

Step 3 :

Knot yarns to secure strap in place

Step 4 :

Hide yarn tails between double soles by running needle through several stitches so tails don't show

Step 5 :

Sew button onto opposite side of shoe. For right shoe, sew button on right side. For left shoe, sew button on left side

— Pattern Guide Part 5: Blocking (Optional)

Step :

Wet tissues and squeeze out excess water. Stuff around inside shoe. Shape accordingly. Leave to dry under fan or sun for one day. When dried, remove tissues

Assembly Instructions

Position the macramé strap across the shoe body, ensuring the chevron arrows point in opposite directions for the left and right shoes (turn one strap counter-clockwise to achieve this)
Thread the strap's yarn tails through a tapestry needle and carefully sew them into the inner sides of the shoes between the double sole layers
Secure the strap firmly in place by knotting the yarn tails on the inside of the shoe
Hide all yarn tail ends between the double soles by running the needle through several stitches to prevent them from showing or creating uncomfortable bumps
Sew the button onto the opposite side of each shoe—for the right shoe attach the button on the right side, and for the left shoe attach it on the left side
Optional blocking: Stuff slightly damp tissues inside the shoes to help shape them, then allow to dry completely under a fan or in sunlight for about 24 hours before removing the tissues

Important Notes

💡Always work a gauge swatch before starting to ensure correct sizing—12 sc wide x 13 sc rows high in a 2x2 inch square for the main body
💡Use stitch markers consistently to track the mid-heel position and round beginnings, especially when working with multiple color changes
💡The beginning chains are not counted in total stitch counts throughout the pattern, and the first stitch after the beginning chain is always made in the same stitch base
💡When crocheting the double soles together with slip stitches, use the neat finishing technique described in Reference 5 to avoid visible yarn tails
💡For the macramé straps, maintain consistent tension throughout all knots—each step requires knotting twice (2x) for proper chevron pattern formation
💡Pin or tape your macramé work to a stable surface to ensure even tension and straight alignment as you create the tribal strap design
💡The color sequence for macramé matters—instructions outside brackets refer to Size 0 (Newborn), while colored instructions indicate sizes 1-3 (blue, red, green respectively)

These Tribal Baby Clogs bring together the best of crochet and macramé craftsmanship to create truly unique footwear for little ones. The pattern guides you through constructing sturdy double-layered soles, shaping the comfortable body, and mastering the eye-catching knotted chevron straps that give these shoes their distinctive tribal character. With four adjustable sizes and endless color combination possibilities, you can customize each pair to perfectly match any baby's style. The detailed photo tutorials make even the complex macramé sections accessible and enjoyable to create. Happy crocheting!

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Materials Needed for Tribal Baby Clogs Crochet Pattern

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— Pattern Guide Part 3: Shoe Strap (Knotted Chevron Macramé)

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