When the lights finally go out on civilization, we’re going to need another power source. These mittens, with their mystical/technical motifs are a reminder that the power has always been – and always will be – within each of us. Stylized versions of the symbols commonly used to represent our bodies’ seven main chakra centers resonate within an Egyptian-style cartouche. The surrounding circuit board amplifies this generated power and puts it to the best possible use for the benefit of all. Plug in.

This pattern is in the book Doomsday Knits, which is currently available at cooperativepress.com, as well as here on Ravelry.