Apocalyptic Driving Gloves by Amy LaRoux

Apocalyptic Driving Gloves

Knitting
June 2019
Aran (8 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in US size 8 needles in stockinette
US 8 - 5.0 mm
90 - 150 yards (82 - 137 m)
Unisex Small (Medium, Large)
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for $5.00.

Keep your hands warm, protected, and stylish while making your way through the apocalyptic wasteland. Make no mistake: these gloves will NOT unravel, although they look like they’ve been well broken-in. I’ve chosen a hand dyed yarn in a drab green color for a more authentic, worn look.

Sizes: Unisex Small (Medium, Large)
Finished Measurements: 7.25” (8”, 8.75”) circumference x 5.5” (5.5”, 6.25”) in length

Materials:
#4 aran or worsted weight yarn, approximately 90 (120, 150) yards
Shown: Swans Island Aran Weight Yarn, color: Eucalyptus (Onesie)
US size 8 9”, 12”, or 32” (for magic loop method) circular needles
US size 8 DPNs
Three stitch markers, one a different color to note the end of round
Darning needle
Scrap yarn

Optional Materials for Patching and Stitching:
Cotton embroidery floss, approximately 8.75 yards
Lightweight fabric scrap for patch, approximately 2”x3”
Shown: lightweight 100% woven linen fabric
Straight pins
Sewing needle with large eye

Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4” on US size 8 needles in stockinette