Pineapple Toe-Post Flip Flops Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
These Pineapple Toe-Post Flip Flops are a cheerful, tropical project for crocheters who already know their basic stitches and want something fun to wear all summer. Each sandal starts with a bright striped oval sole, then gets four slim green straps and a flat rainbow pineapple motif appliquéd right over the toe-post area. The result is a pair of soft, lightweight flip flops that look like a little slice of vacation and feel comfortable on bare feet. They are quick to make, use up small amounts of cotton worsted yarn, and make a lovely handmade gift.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: (4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran, 100% cotton. One skein each: A (yellow) 50 yd, B (orange) 30 yd, C (red) 30 yd, D (green) 40 yd, E (blue) 30 yd, F (purple) 30 yd.
- Hook: 4 mm (G/6).
- Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers, sewing pins.
- Finished size: Fits women's US shoe size 7–8; sole length approx 9.5 inches, width 3.5 inches.
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- inc – increase (work 2 sc in the same stitch)
- MR – magic ring
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- R – row or round
Gauge
16 sts and 16 rows = 4 inches in sc. Work a small sc swatch and measure it flat; if your stitches are larger or smaller, adjust your hook so the sole comes out about 9.5 inches long.
Tips Before You Start
- Cotton yarn gives the soles a firm, non-stretchy feel that holds its shape better than acrylic; keep your tension even so both soles match.
- Count stitches at the end of every sole round — the increases at each end are what shape the oval, so an off count will make the sole lopsided.
- Pin the straps and pineapple motif in place before sewing so you can check the V-shape and toe placement on your own foot.
- Work the two soles one after the other rather than side by side, so you don't lose track of the color changes.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Sole (make 2)
With A, ch 21.
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across, 3 sc in last ch, sc in each ch along opposite side, 2 sc in last ch, join (42 sts).
R2: ch 1, sc in each st around, inc 3 sts evenly at each end (48 sts).
R3: ch 1, sc in each st around, inc 2 sts evenly at each end (52 sts).
R4–6: ch 1, sc in each st around (52 sts).
Change to B.
R7–8: sc in each st around (52 sts).
Change to C.
R9–10: sc in each st around (52 sts).
Change to D.
R11–12: sc in each st around (52 sts).
Change to E.
R13–14: sc in each st around (52 sts).
Change to F.
R15–16: sc in each st around (52 sts). Fasten off. Make the second sole the same way.
Straps (make 4)
With D, ch 31.
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in each ch across (30 sts).
R2: ch 1, sc in each st across (30 sts). Fasten off. Make 4 straps total.
Pineapple Motif (make 2)
With A, MR 6 sc.
R1: inc x6 (12 sts).
R2: [sc, inc] x6 (18 sts).
R3: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24 sts).
R4: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30 sts).
R5: sc in each st (30 sts).
Change to B.
R6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36 sts).
R7: sc in each st (36 sts).
Change to C.
R8: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42 sts).
R9: sc in each st (42 sts).
Change to D.
R10: [6 sc, inc] x6 (48 sts).
R11: sc in each st (48 sts).
Change to E.
R12: [7 sc, inc] x6 (54 sts).
R13: sc in each st (54 sts).
Change to F.
R14: [8 sc, inc] x6 (60 sts).
R15: sc in each st (60 sts). Fasten off. Make 2 motifs.
Leaves (make 6)
With D, ch 9.
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 3 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next ch, sl st in last ch. Fasten off. Make 6 leaves.
Assembly and Finishing
Sew one strap to each side of a sole at approx 2 inches from the heel end, and another strap at approx 4 inches from the heel end, forming a V-shape. Repeat for the second sole. Sew one pineapple motif centered over the toe-post area of each sole, overlapping the straps. Sew 3 leaves at the top of each pineapple. Weave in all ends neatly on the wrong side. Lightly steam-block the soles and motifs flat, then let them dry completely before wearing.
Pro Tips and Variations
- Use a non-slip sole grip or a few dots of fabric paint on the underside for extra traction on smooth floors.
- Swap the rainbow bands for two colors (for example yellow and green) for a simpler, more classic pineapple look.
- Make the straps slightly longer or shorter to adjust the fit for a different shoe size.
