Bring a touch of festive fun to your holiday season with this Crochet Santa Belly Free Pattern! Inspired by Santa’s iconic red suit and black belt, this cozy foot warmer is a playful way to keep your toes toasty while showing off your Christmas spirit. Whether you make a pair for yourself or as a handmade gift, this quick and easy pattern is sure to spread cheer and become a favorite part of your holiday tradition.
Picture yourself lounging by the fireplace with snow falling softly outside, a cup of cocoa in hand, and this festive warmers keeping your toes snug and warm. Whether you’re working at your desk, relaxing on the couch, or settling in for a Christmas movie night, these holiday-inspired warmers bring the magic of the season right to your feet — no chimney required!
Materials Used in the Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer:
#5 Bulky (Plush-type)
Adult: MC-240yds, Child Sizes: MC-150-165 yds, small amount black and yellow, small amount of white Faux Fur yarn (optional)
US K (6.5 mm)
Tapestry Needle
Toggle button (optional)
Polyfil Stuffing- small amount
Piece of Cardboard (optional)
Faux Fur Yarn for trim (optional)
Gauge:
10 hdc x 7 rows = 4”
Skill Level:
Advanced +-Intermediate
Sizes Available in this Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer:
Teen/Adult-One Size
Child Size-Small-4-7 yrs
Child Size-Large- 8-11yrs
Abbreviation Used: US Terms
Beg= beginning
CC = contrasting color
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
Dec = decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
Fhdc = foundation half double crochet
Fdc = foundation double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
Inc = Increase (2 sts in same st)
MC = Main color
MR = magic ring
Rnd = round
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
hdc in 3rd lp = half double crochet in third loop
Special Stitch Used in all Sizes of the Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer:
hdc in 3rd lp: place a hdc in 3rd loop of the hdc on the inside of the rnd.
Notes:
- Use stitch markers to help you determine the first and last stitch on the warmer.
Helpful Hints When Making Your Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer:
- Pin pieces in place on the warmer before sewing.
- Slide a piece of cardboard/book/magazine inside warmer while sewing on pieces.
- Increase or decrease the number of rows before the 3rd loop rows to make the warmer longer or shorter. Ideally it should end above the ankles of the recipient.
- Using an invisible join will help hide the slanted “seam”. Find a tutorial here:
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How To Wear Your Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer
To wear your crochet foot warmer, simply slip it on over your feet and ankles, then button it up for a snug, comfortable fit. The design wraps your feet in warmth perfect for snuggling up on the couch. Once it’s buttoned, you’ll instantly feel that soft, cozy comfort that makes these crochet foot warmers such a holiday favorite! Or leave it unbuttoned for a quick and easy off and on.
Crochet Santa Belly Foot Warmer-3 Sizes
Teen/Adult Warmer Crochet Santa Belly:
Rnd 1: With MC, ch 28, 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across until 1 ch remains, 6 hdc in last ch, now working on other side of ch, hdc in next 24 ch, 3 hdc in last ch, join with sl st in Beg st [60 hdc]
Rnd 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in 1st 3 sts, hdc in next 24 sts, 2 hdc in next 6 sts, hdc in next 24 sts, 2 hdc in last 3 sts, join [72 hdc]
Rnds 3-23: ch 1, hdc in each st around, join
Rnds 24-26: ch 1, hdc in 3rd lp in each st around, join
Rnd 27: {Optional} Join white faux fur yarn, sc in each st around, join
At the end of Rnd 26/27, fasten off. Weave in the ends.
If using the optional toggle button, join MC or faux fur yarn to middle stitch of final row on back of warmer. Chain 10, sl st to the next st on warmer. Fasten off. Sew toggle button to middle of front of warmer between top two 3rd loop rows. Weave in the ends.
Features:
Black Belt:
Row 1: With black, Fhdc 32 or ch 33, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn [32 hdc]
Rows 2-3: ch 1, hdc in each st across, turn
At end of Row 3, fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Buckle:
Ch 28, join with sl st to 1st ch to make a circle, be sure your chain does not twist, *hdc in next 6 ch, (2 hdc, ch 1, 2 hdc) in next ch; rep from * 3 times, sl st in beg st [36 hdc, 4 ch-1 sp]
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Assembly:
- Sew the belt across center of warmer.
- Center the buckle on the belt and sew around the outside.
Child Size Small Crochet Santa Belly:
Rnd 1: With MC, ch 28, 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across until 1 ch remains, 6 hdc in last ch, now working on other side of ch, hdc in next 24 ch, 3 hdc in last ch, join with sl st in Beg st [60 hdc]
Rnds 2-14: ch 1, hdc in each st around, join
Rnds 15-17: ch 1, hdc in 3rd lp in each st around, join
Rnd 18: {Optional} Join white faux fur yarn, sc in each st around, join
At the end of Rnd 17/18, fasten off. Weave in the ends.
If using the optional toggle button, join MC or faux fur yarn to middle stitch of final row on back of warmer. Chain 10, sl st to the next st on warmer. Fasten off. Sew toggle button to middle of front of warmer between top two 3rd loop rows. Weave in the ends.
Features:
Black Belt:
Row 1: With black, Fdc 30 or ch 31, dc in 3rd ch from hook and each ch across, turn [30 dc]
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Buckle:
Ch 24, join with sl st to 1st ch to make a circle, be sure your chain does not twist, *hdc in next 5 ch, (2 hdc, ch 1, 2 hdc) in next ch; rep from * 3 times, sl st in beg st [32 hdc 4 ch-1 sp]
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Assembly:
- Sew the belt across center of warmer.
- Center the buckle on the belt and sew around the outside.
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Child Size Large Crochet Santa Belly:
Rnd 1: With MC, ch 28, 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each ch across until 1 ch remains, 6 hdc in last ch, now working on other side of ch, hdc in next 24 ch, 3 hdc in last ch, join with sl st in Beg st [60 hdc]
Rnds 2-18: ch 1, hdc in each st around, join
Rnds 19-21: ch 1, hdc in 3rd lp in each st around, join
At the end of Rnd 21, fasten off.
Rnd 22: {Optional} Join white faux fur yarn, sc in each st around, join
At the end of Rnd 22, fasten off. Weave in the ends.
If using the optional toggle button, join MC or faux fur yarn to middle stitch of final row on back of warmer. Chain 10, sl st to the next st on warmer. Fasten off. Sew toggle button to middle of front of warmer between top two 3rd loop rows. Weave in the ends.
Features:
Black Belt:
Row 1: With black, Fhdc 30 or ch 31, hdc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, turn [30 hdc]
Row 2: ch 1, hdc in each st across
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Buckle:
Ch 24, join with sl st to 1st ch to make a circle, be sure your chain does not twist, *hdc in next 5 ch, (2 hdc, ch 1, 2 hdc) in next ch; rep from * 3 more times, sl st in beg st [32 hdc, 4 ch-1 sp]
Fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Assembly:
- Sew the belt across center of warmer.
- Center the buckle on the belt and sew around the outside.
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