Bernie Sanders mittens knitting pattern and color chart

This knitting pattern uses American Terminology.

Note: Mitten is knitted in the round from the cuff up, featuring the Colorwork Stitch Pattern. Use the magic loop method while working on suggested size circular needles in the round.

LEVEL: Intermediate

SIZES: 1 (2)
Palm circumference: 7 (8)’’ /18 (20) cm

Finished measurements:

Palm circumference: 7 (8)’’ / 18 (20) cm
Palm length (without rib): 6 (7)’’ / 15 (18) cm

MATERIALS: 

Original yarn: 
Drops Nepal 75 m (82 yds) per 50g skein (65% wool, 35% alpaca superfine)

Alternative: 
Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice® Yarn

Needles: 

US size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle 32-40’’ (80-100cm) length cable
US size 8 (5mm) circular needle 32-40’’ (80-100cm) length cable

Notions: 
 
Measuring tape
Scissors
Tapestry needle
Waste yarn

GAUGE: 

20 sts & 24 rows = 1010 cm (44”) in stockinette stitch on 5 mm needles after blocking. 

Always use a needle size that will result in the correct gauge after blocking.