embracing imperfection: crazy over flip flops

Today is the last day of school. To celebrate summer break being here, (YAY!) I decided it would be fun to share these crocheted flip flops, because that's what summer is all about around here! You can never have too many flip flops, especially super cute ones!

This is just single crochet! (I think?) If I can do it, anyone can. Tie a knot around the strap. I'm using 2 strands of yarn on these ones to get the furry feel.

To begin, the yarn lays over the top, and the hook slides underneath the strap. (above)
Grab the yarn with the hook and pull it back from underneath.

Hook the yarn from the top and pull it through the yarn loop on the hook. The first time (mine) only has one loop, but after that, there will always be two loops to pull through. Pull it through both loops each time. Someone else may recognize that this really isn't crochet and I've invented something new. Don't tell me if it's not, I was so excited to get it!

As you continue, push what you've done back towards the beginning really well so that it's not leaving any holes. It looks lots better if you can keep the tension pretty tight and even as well. Keep going around until you've pushed it all back tight and made it to the other side of the flip flop! And That's It. I know, right?

These flip flops can be 'fashioned' with any kind of yarn. These ones were made with a really fun velvety chunky yarn.

They can be even be improved upon when they are embellished or 'accessorized" with flowers and such. These ones are pom pom balls made from the same yarn.

My mom crocheted the cute flowers on this pair, I'm not quite that skilled at crocheting yet...

I made the straps on these ones to go around the back of My Angel's feet, since she has trouble keeping this sort of thing on. I learned how at Make It and Love It here. They work really well and are totally comfy.