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Here are some mittens that are a little different - with thumbs that rise straight and true right from the cast-on edge. Gusset stitches grow out of the hand stitches on both sides of the thumb, making an ambidextrous pair. Stranded knitting technique and aran weight yarn combine to make some seriously warm mittens. These are quick to knit in four sizes for the whole family.

This pattern is appropriate for intermediate knitters with some experience working stranded knitting in the round. Dpns or Magic loop technique could be used as you prefer. The pattern is 3 pages long and has been test knit and professionally tech edited to be clear and free of errors.

Sizes:
XS (S, M/L, XL) to fit Young Child (Child, Medium Adult, Large Adult). Sample shown in size S.

Finished Measurements:
Circumference at Hand: 6 (7, 8, 9) in/ 15 (18, 20.5, 23) cm
Length: 7 1/4 (9 1/2, 10 1/4, 11) in/ 18.5 (24, 26, 28) cm from CO to tip, OR knit to custom length. Longer lengths will take more yarn.

Gauge:
24 sts and 24 rnds/ 4 in/ 10 cm over stranded pattern in the rnd.

What You Need:
* Aran weight yarn in two colors:

MC: 65 (100, 130, 150) yds/ 59 (91, 118, 137) m. Sample shown in Léttlopi (Istex), 100% wool, 109 yd/1.75 ounces, color #1403 “Lapis Blue Heather”. Size S used just over 1 ounce.

CC: 55 (80, 105, 125) yds/ 50 (73, 96, 114) m. Sample shown in Léttlopi (Istex), 100% wool, 109 yd/1.75 oz, color #1703 “Mimosa”. Size S used just over 1 ounce.

• One set of dpns, in size required to obtain gauge. I used US #4/ 3.5 mm. You may need a size or two above or below that. These can also be worked on a long circular needle with magic loop technique if desired.

• 3 stitch markers

• Small scrap of yarn for holding sts

• Tapestry needle

Photography by John Newell.
Tech Editing by Tabitha’s Heart