Materials Needed & Measurements:

Suggested Yarn: Lightweight cotton or acrylic yarn for decorative details or added fringe.

Leather: 1/4 yard or a small hide (e.g., suede).
Felt: 1/4 yard (optional for added structure).
Fabric: 1/4 yard (used for the lining).
Thread: Matching or contrasting, as per your preference.
Basic Sewing Supplies:
- Scissors
- Sewing machine or needle for hand stitching
Optional Strap Materials:
- Elastic
- String or leather tie
Hook Size & Needle:
- 2.5–4.0 mm crochet hook.
- For leather, a heavy-duty sewing needle is recommended.

Abbreviations:

Foundation Chain: Chain 15 (adjust for desired size).
Round 1 (Bottom Sole):
- Make 1 sc in the second chain from the hook.
- Sc in each of the next 12 ch.
- In the last ch, work 3 sc (this creates the rounded toe).
- Work your stitches on the other side of the chain:
  - Sc in each of the next 12 ch.
  - In the last ch, work 2 sc.
- Slip stitch (sl st) into the first single crochet (sc) to join.
Round 2 (Building Shape):
- Chain 1. In the first stitch, crochet 2 sc, and in the next stitch, crochet 1 sc. Repeat this pattern around the rounded toe.
- On the straight sides, work 1 sc in each st.
- Around the heel, 2 sc in each of the last 2 sts.
- Attatch with a sl st to the first sc to close the round.
Round 3 (Final Sole Rounding):
- Chain 1. In the first stitch, make 2 sc, then work 1 sc into each of the next 2 stitches. Repeat this around the rounded sections.
- On the straight sections, work 1 sc in each st.
- Slip stitch into the initial sc to finish and secure the round.
Optional: Make a second identical sole for added structure or sew a felt or leather piece onto the bottom sole for durability.

Attach Yarn to Sole: Attach yarn to any st on the sole with a sl st.
Round 1 (Base for Upper):
- Ch 1. Work 1 sc into each st around the sole, keeping the stitches snug to create the base for the upper part.
- Attatch with a sl st into the first sc.
Round 2 (Building Height):
- Ch 1. Work 1 sc into each st around. For a firmer edge, replace sc with hdc.
- Join with a sl st.
Round 3 (Shaping the Toe):
- Ch 1. Sc in the first 8 sts (side of the moccasin).
- Toe Section: Work 1 dc in each of the next 12 sts (center front of the moccasin).
- Sc in the remaining sts (other side of the moccasin).
- Join with a sl st.
Round 4 (Finishing the Upper):
- Ch 1. Sc evenly around the moccasin opening, skipping every 6th st to slightly reduce the opening size.
- Join with a sl st and fasten off.

Cut small strips of leather or yarn approximately 2 inches long.
Attach fringe pieces evenly around the upper edge:
- Fold each strip in half.
- Insert the folded end through a st using a crochet hook.
- Pull the loose ends through the loop and tighten to fasten.

Elastic Strap: Measure the moccasin opening, cut elastic slightly shorter, and sew securely to the inner edges.
Leather Tie: Thread a thin leather strip through the upper row of sts and tie in a bow at the front.

For additional structure, line the inside of the moccasin with fabric. Use matching thread and a needle to hand-stitch the fabric lining to the inside edges.
Incorporate decorative features like beads or stitching, based on your preference.

Your baby moccasins are now ready to keep those tiny feet cozy and stylish!