Fairy Lights Mittens
Introducing the perfect winter accessory—our enchanting pair of must-have mittens, beautifully adorned with a whimsical pattern of pixie dust that sparkles against a backdrop of fallen snow. These cozy mittens are not just a fashionable statement; they're a delightful blend of style and warmth, making them an essential addition to your cold-weather wardrobe.
These mittens start with a neatly folded cuff, providing a snug fit to keep your wrists warm, and then transition into a captivating color work chart that brings the entire design to life. The clever crown decreases are discreetly incorporated within the color work, ensuring a seamless finish and showcasing your knitting skills.
YARN: We recommend Walcot Yarns Opus, a luxurious sport weight yarn perfect for this project. Made from 70% Falkland Merino and 30% baby alpaca, it offers unparalleled softness and warmth, with a generous yardage of 325 m / 355 yd per 100g skein. You will need one skein of the main color (MC) in Grey, along with one mini skein each for the contrast colors (CC1) Goldenrod and (CC2) Greenery.
NEEDLES: For this project, you will need two sets of 3mm (US2.5) double-pointed needles (DPNs). Be sure to adjust the needle size if necessary to achieve the correct gauge and tension for your mittens.
NOTIONS: Gather a few essential notions to help you along the way: you'll need a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds, a crochet hook for any finishing touches, some scrap yarn for holding stitches if necessary, and a tapestry needle for weaving in those ends.
GAUGE: To ensure your mittens turn out perfectly, aim for a gauge of 13 stitches by 19 rounds, which should equal 5 cm / 2" in Stockinette stitch when worked in the round after blocking.
SIZE: When completed, your mittens will measure approximately 24 cm / 9.5” in height and 19 cm / 7.75” in circumference, making them cozy enough to keep your hands warm during chilly walks or festive outings.
Experience the joy of knitting with this charming mitten pattern, and indulge in the luxury of warmth and style all winter long. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, these colorful mittens will bring a touch of magic to your cold days!
