Dearly Loved
Create a special pair of mitts for someone you love dearly with this charming and easy one-skein knitting project! Designed for quick completion, these lovely mitts make a thoughtful gift and are perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a birthday, holiday, or simply a gesture of love, these mitts are sure to warm hearts as well as hands.
Needles: You'll need a size US 8 / 5mm 9-inch circular needle or double-pointed needles (DPNs) to get started on this cozy accessory.
Yarn Suggestion: We recommend using Plymouth Yarn, Baby Alpaca Grande, which is a delightfully soft and warm choice. This bulky yarn (12 ply) is composed of 100% baby alpaca and provides approximately 110 yards per 100g skein.
Yardage: For this project, you will need about 70 yards of yarn, making it an efficient and delightful use of a single skein.
Gauge: Achieve a gauge of 4 stitches x 6 rows per inch for the best fitting mitts!
Other Notions: Gather a few essential tools, including a cable needle, 3 stitch markers, and some scrap yarn or a stitch holder to assist you in your project.
Final Measurements: Once completed, each mitt measures approximately 6.5 inches in length, with a wrist circumference of 8 inches, fingers at 9 inches, and a palm plus thumb circumference of 10 inches.
Embark on this delightful knitting journey and create beautiful, handmade mitts that will be cherished by your loved ones. Perfect for both beginners and experienced knitters, this pattern offers a fun and rewarding experience, ensuring your finished mitts are as functional as they are stylish!
