Flora Mitts
Discover the joy of knitting with our delightful fingerless mitts pattern, designed for those who love the intricacies of stranded or Fair Isle knitting. These mitts are crafted in the round, allowing for a seamless finish and a stylish look. The innovative thumb design incorporates waste yarn techniques, where stitches are placed onto waste yarn, and then an equal number of stitches are cast back on to create a comfortable thumb opening. After completing the main body of the mitt, simply pick up the thumb stitches to knit them, resulting in an elegant and functional accessory for any wardrobe.
To make these beautiful fingerless mitts as specified in the pattern, you'll need one skein of each colorway: #FC56mix (MC) – a rich, dark purple; #96 (CC1) – a soft, pale yellow; #49 (CC2) – a soothing lavender; #28 (CC3) – a warm gold; and #123mix (CC4) – a vibrant purple. Rest assured, you won’t require a full skein of any color to knit a complete pair; in fact, all colors other than the MC typically use half a skein or less. This yarn efficiency makes it a fantastic project for stashing your leftover yarn!
Before you start, ensure you have the necessary skills: chart-reading and knitting in the round. The pattern specifies using a set of 5 double-pointed needles (DPNs), but don’t worry if you're not a fan of DPNs—you can easily adapt this pattern using 2 circular needles or the Magic Loop method, making it accessible for knitters of all preferences.
This project draws inspiration from Roman mythology, specifically from Flora, the goddess of springtime and flowers. The annual festival celebrating her was held each year between... It’s a perfect nod to the beauty of nature that you can wear on your hands, allowing you to carry a piece of floral elegance with you wherever you go. Whether gifting them or keeping them for yourself, these fingerless mitts are sure to brighten your season!
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