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A matter of squares mitts
These fingerless mittens with a lovely textured pattern are made with only knit and purl stitches: they are great for knitters with little experience or for those who are looking for a relaxing project. They are knit all in the round with a thumb gusset and are totally seamless. They are warm and comfy. I recommend using a solid color yarn to show the design best. The pattern is written, there is also a chart for the textured pattern.
Skill level: easy.
Techniques: knit/purl in the round, increase.
Yarn: DK / light worsted weight yarn - 150 yards.
Sizes:
Small / Medium (S/M) = to fit 6.5 to 8” (16.5-20 cm) around hand.
Medium / Large (M/L) = to fit 8 to 9.5” (20-24 cm) around hand.
Note that the textured pattern is pretty stretchy.
Gauge:
S/M: 24 stitches x 32 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch (size US 6/4mm needles).
M/L: 22 stitches x 28 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch (size US 7/4.5mm needles).
Needle sizes are a suggestion, always use the size that gives you gauge.
Tools: Size US 6/4 mm or US 7/4.5 mm double pointed needles (or long circular needle if you prefer magic loop) or size to get gauge; tapestry needle; scissors; 2 stitch markers; stitch holder or small length of waste yarn.
- First published: September 2015
- Page created: September 12, 2015
- Last updated: April 27, 2018 …
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