Going Barefoot on a Summer Dream Getaway

This is one of those days when you leave the house, late for work, walk down five blocks to the bus stop under the scorching heat of the sun. For each stride you take, you feel a strong urge to plunge into the tempting waters of the beach or swimming pool.

I'm no swimmer so I really don't have any other choice but stand by the gutter of the pool to watch people frolic. At times, I do regret having dropped my swimming lessons in one of the four P.E. subjects required in college.

Seated in the bus, feeling eeewww, a few minutes after finally landing on a vacant seat, I still continue to imagine the blue waters. I close my eyes and for a moment I see myself walking along white sands barefoot. Barefoot! Now, I remember those cute sandals I crocheted the previous year. Where have they all gone? Oh, yes, how could I forget? I have given out several pairs to some friends and colleagues at work.

Using blue and light green variegated yarn, here are two pairs I made, inspired by the Bohemian barefoot sandals pattern from Chandi's Expression Fiber Arts. Perfect with those newly pedicured nails!

Credits to Haniel and her mom for wearing these Crocheted Barefoot Sandals.
Thank you, Haniel, for sharing this photo.

See and read more about barefoot sandals in my other posts, Crocheting Barefoot Sandals and Bohemian Barefoot Sandals Showcase in LeBlanc.

Enjoy the rest of your summer holiday!

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