Swiftly Knit Mitts by Leslie Roth

Swiftly Knit Mitts

Knitting
April 2023
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 10 - 6.0 mm
90 - 109 yards (82 - 100 m)
small (medium, large)
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Looking for a quick knit? This simple pattern is intended for newer knitters who are interested in making their first pair of mittens, or for any knitter who would like a speedy project to keep their hands warm.

Please check gauge and use a sturdy yarn. If the yarn is soft and the gauge a little too loose, the mittens will not be fit for purpose.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Sizes: Small, Medium, Large
Length approximately: 8.5, 9.5 (10.5)”
Circumference approximately: 6.75 (8, 9)”

MATERIALS
I skein Alafosslopi Color #57 Grey OR #1240 Dark Magenta OR #0118 Navy
OR
1 hank Jody Long Andeamo (85% wool, 15% alpaca; 7oz; 175yds)
Color #10 Sunset
Size 10 (6 mm) double pointed needles or size to obtain gauge
Stitch markers (1 removable, 1 ring)
Stitch holder or waste yarn

GAUGE
14 stitches and 18 rounds = 4” in stockinette
Note: to ensure a successful project, check gauge. Change needle size as necessary.

NOTES
Be sure to check gauge.
There are many helpful online tutorials for backward loop cast-on and make one increases.