Materials Needed & Measurements:

Abbreviations:

Foundation Chain: Begin with a foundation chain (Ch) to match the size of the slipper sole. For example, if you’re making size 8 slippers, you might chain 20 stitches (adjust according to the size chart).
- Example: Ch 20 (or a number of stitches that corresponds to the desired sole length).
Row 1 (Starting the Sole):
- Work SC (Single Crochet) in the second Ch from the hook and in each Ch across.
- At the end of the row, you should have the same number of stitches as the number of foundation chains minus 1.
- Turn your work.
- Example: SC in each Ch across, turn.
Row 2 (Continue Working Sole):
- Ch 1 (for turning), then SC in each St (stitch) across the row.
- Turn your work to start the next row.
- Repeat this step for the length of the sole, continuing to work SC across each row, turning at the end of each row.
Shaping the Sole:
- To shape the sole, you may need to Inc (Increase) or Dec (Decrease) at the edges.
- For example, to increase the width of the sole, you might work 2 SC in the first and last stitches of each row.
- To decrease, you might work 2 SC together (abbreviated as SC2tog) at the start or end of a row. Follow the pattern’s instructions for shaping the sole to fit your foot size.
Repeat Rows until the sole is the correct length as indicated in the pattern for your chosen size (8, 8.5, 9, etc.).

Joining the Heel: Once the sole has reached the desired length, you’ll move to the heel.
- Attach your yarn at the edge of the sole (typically where you want the back of the slipper to sit).
- Work SC across the edge of the sole, evenly spacing your stitches. If necessary, use the SC2tog technique to decrease for a better fit around the heel area.
Heel Shaping:
- If the pattern calls for it, you may need to Dec at the sides of the heel.
- For example, in every other row, you can SC2tog at both ends of the row to create a tapering effect that forms the back of the slipper.
- Continue working in this manner until the heel is the desired height. You may also be instructed to work Inc in the middle of the row to help form the curve.
Joining the Heel: If working in rows, finish off the last row with a Slst (Slip Stitch) to join the edges of the heel, creating a smooth transition from the sole to the body of the slipper.

Begin the Round: After the heel is shaped, join your yarn at the base of the heel.
- Start working in continuous rounds, without turning your work.
- SC in each stitch around the edge of the sole, joining with a Slst (Slip Stitch) at the end of the round.
- You should have the same number of stitches as you did when you worked across the sole’s edge.
Working the Rounds:
- For each round, SC in each stitch around, and when you reach the end of the round, join with a Slst to connect back to the first stitch.
- Depending on the pattern, you may need to Inc at certain points to widen the body of the slipper or Dec to narrow it. For example:
  - To widen: Work 2 SC into the same stitch (increase).
  - To narrow: Work SC2tog to decrease the number of stitches.
Rounding the Top:
- Once the body has reached the height you need to cover the top of your foot, continue with SC around.
- You may also need to adjust for the ankle or cuff area by using different stitch techniques like HDC (Half Double Crochet) or DC (Double Crochet) for a more elastic finish. Follow the pattern for these modifications.

Making the Unicorn Ears:
- Create small rounds of SC to form the ears. For example:
  - Round 1: Ch 2, make 6 SC in the second Ch from the hook.
  - Round 2: Inc (increase) in each stitch around (12 stitches).
  - Round 3: Work 2 SC in the first stitch, then SC in the next 3 stitches, repeat for the rest of the round.
- Use SC2tog at the top to form a pointy ear shape.
- Attach the ears to the top of the slipper after they’re complete.
Adding the Mane:
- Cut lengths of yarn for the unicorn’s mane.
- Use a Slst or SC to attach these yarn pieces along the top edge of the slipper, creating tufts of hair.
Decorating the Unicorn Face:
- Embellish the slippers with a face by working SC or DC stitches in small circles to form eyes or a horn.
- You may also Embroider features with yarn or thread, depending on the style the pattern suggests.