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**Knitting Pattern for Basic Baby and Children’s Mittens** Discover the charm of hand-knitted cozy mittens with our **Basic Baby and Children’s Mittens** pattern. Perfect for beginners, this seamless design is worked in one piece, featuring a delightful stranded pattern created with two contrasting colors that add a lively touch to your little one's winter wardrobe. **Key Features of the Pattern:** - **Seamless Construction:** Enjoy the ease of knitting these mittens from the cuff in the round, which eliminates the need for sewing seams. - **Kitchener Stitch Finish:** Learn the versatile Kitchener Stitch technique for elegantly grafting the last stitches at the top of the mittens, resulting in a smooth and professional finish. **Finished Sizes After Wet Blocking:** - **Newborn to 9 Months**: Hand circumference – 5 cm / 2” - **12 to 18 Months**: Hand circumference – 6 cm / 2.4” - **2 to 3 Years**: Hand circumference – 7 cm / 2.8” - **4 to 5 Years**: Hand circumference – 8 cm / 3.1” This pattern is designed with beginners in mind, providing clear and detailed written instructions that make it easy for novice knitters to follow along. Whether you're making a special gift for a baby shower or knitting a cozy pair for your own little one, these mittens will keep tiny hands warm during chilly days. **Gauge Specification:** To ensure your mittens fit perfectly, aim for a gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rounds in stockinette stitch using US size 4 (3.5 mm) needles. Embrace your creativity and craft these charming mittens today! Our free and paid knitting patterns are perfect for all skill levels, so get started on your next project and keep those little fingers warm through every delightful adventure. Happy knitting!