Our basement was freezing. Not just because it was a basement, but more so because the windows were garbage and all the cold air just kept seeping in.
It was bad enough that after moving in we hung up sheets on every window just to keep our kids from freezing. I'm surprised we didn't loose any body parts to frostbite.
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However, when my 6 year old said she couldn't feel her toes, I started working on a slipper pattern to help keep everyone warm until we could get new windows and better window coverings.
Here we are 3 years later with a much more energy efficient basement and no one has lost any toes thanks to these comfy fleece slippers.
I'll admit, I've been sitting on this pattern for 3 years. Maybe even four. I've made at least a dozen pairs of these slippers in all the sizes and my kids really do love them.
They keep their little toes warm and each of them can request a different design for their many pairs of slippers.
Another great thing about this slipper pattern is that it is quick and easy. Sewing with fleece makes this the perfect beginner sewing projects. And the smaller sizes can be easily made with just some scrap fabrics.
These slippers would be great with a matching braided fleece blanket or any leftover fleece you have you can use to make a pair of matching fleece mittens with.
Free Slipper Sewing Pattern
Materials Needed- Free slipper pattern - look for the peach button at the end of the post to download
- 1/2 yard Fleece Fabric
- 1/2 yard Lining Fabric - fleece, faux fur, knit
- Matching Thread
With Right Sides Together (RST), stitch down the long side of the slipper and along the opposite side that rounds over the two. Leave the top and bottom of the slipper open.
With RST, pin the sole of the slipper to the bottom of the slipper. Stitch in place.
Repeat Step 1 and 2, on the other slipper and the two linings. Leave a 2-3" opening in each of the lining pieces along the longest side.
Turn the lining slipper inside out. Slide the main slipper into the lining slipper. They should be right sides together.
Stitch the two layers together around the top of the slippers in a circle.
Pull the slippers right side out through the 2-3" opening you made in step 3.
Stitch closed the opening in the lining piece of the slippers.
Push the lining into the main slipper. Use your fingers to push the toes and heels into place.
Step 7
Finger press all the seams of the slippers. Fold down the top of the slippers to make a fluffy cuff.
Repeat all the steps for the second slipper.
See how easy that was!! I love to sew with fleece. It is really forgiving and everything always comes out looking so comfy.
I hope those little toes at your house don't freeze off this winter thanks to this simple slipper pattern.
Want the free slipper sewing pattern? Simply click the button below to get the email.
Where do you get the pattern?
ReplyDeleteYou can grab it at the end of the post. Look for the peach colored button
DeleteThank You for this slipper pattern.
DeleteIt will be used to sew for foster groups, and children in very cold areas, plus beanie hats too.
God Bless
I clicked the pdf pattern and I put in my email but it’s bringing me back to home page. What do I do?
ReplyDeleteYou should have an email in your inbox or SPAM folder. If it doesn't show up, send me an email chelsea@sewsimplehome.com
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