Gumdrops

Goody, goody gumdrops – the charming polka dots on these cozy mittens add a delightful touch to your winter wardrobe. With the freedom to go crazy with vibrant colors, you can knit every row of gumdrops in a different hue, or you might prefer a more subtle approach using tone-on-tone shades. This knitted mitten pattern offers a size for everyone, from adorable babies to wise grandpas, ensuring that your whole family can enjoy these stylish accessories.

Included in this pattern are detailed instructions for both traditional mittens and trendy fingerless gloves, catering to every knitter's preference. The main color is knit using worsted weight yarn, while the contrasting colored dots are expertly worked with a double strand of DK weight yarn, which can also be substituted with worsted weight for convenience.

Gauge: To achieve the perfect fit, aim for a gauge of 16 stitches and 24 rows = 4” (10 cm) over stocking stitch when using worsted weight yarn. Specifically, the gumdrops stitch pattern consists of 4 stitch-pattern repeats (16 stitches) and 3 row-pattern repeats (42 rows), resulting in a delightful dimension of 3 ½ x 4 ¾” (9 x 12 cm), when worked in-the-round. Note: DK weight yarn (CC) is held double throughout for added texture.

The **Techniques** required for this project include knitting in the round, using double-pointed needles, or employing 2 circular needles/magic loop techniques. Don't worry about complicated stranding; in this joyful project, you’ll be knitting with only one color in a round, making it perfect for knitters of all levels.

Whether you’re looking to gift a pair of colorful mittens or create a fashionable accessory for yourself, this pattern is a wonderful and fun addition to your knitting repertoire. Embrace the joy of creativity and vibrant colors with our delightful gumdrops mittens and fingerless gloves pattern today!