Saturday Sleeves are arm warmers that are as versatile to wear as they are simple to knit. They’re perfect for running errands on winter weekends when you sometimes need to cover your fingers and sometimes need your hands free! Want to learn how to work the magic loop technique? This is the perfect project for practicing! I created a video lesson that shows you exactly how you get started working the magic loop for this project, as well as other helpful magic loop tips.

For my magic loop video lesson for these arm warmers, click here!

Pattern Information:
Sizes: S/M (L/XL)

To Fit Hand Circumference: approx 7-7.5 (8-8.5)”/18-19 (20-22) cm (measure around your palm under your knuckles, excluding your thumb).

Gauge: 5 sts = 1”/2.5 cm in St st in the rnd*

Exact gauge is not critical but it will affect your finished measurement and yarn usage.

Yarn: Approx 125 (150) yds of worsted weight yarn, shown in The Croft Shetland Aran Tweed by West Yorkshire Spinners (100% Shetland Island Wool; 100g = 182 yds), 1 skein, shown in Lunna.

Needles & Other Supplies:

• US 7/4.5 mm DPNs (double pointed needles) or 32”/80 cm circular if working magic loop (or needle size needed to obtain gauge).

• 1 stitch marker.

• Tapestry needle to weave in ends.