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Keep your hands warm and stylish this winter with our cozy women's stranded color mittens knitting pattern. Designed for both comfort and a touch of flair, these mittens are perfect for knitters looking to enhance their skills while crafting a beautifully textured pair of mittens.
Sizes and Finished Measurements
Hand Circumference: 7.5 in / 19 cm
Wrist Circumference: 5.75 in / 14.5 cm
Yarn Requirements
For this delightful project, you'll need 134 yards (146 meters) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Our sample is made using Spincycle's 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool, with each 54g skein containing 120 yards (110 meters).
Featured Colors:
Main Color: Grumpy Birds (a unique gray/green combination)
Contrast Color: Gluttony (a vibrant orange). You will need one skein of each color to complete this project.
Gauge
Achieve the ideal fit with our recommended gauge:
- 17 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch with a larger needle
- 20 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in 1x1 unstretched twisted rib with a smaller needle
Needles and Notions
To knit these elegant mittens, we recommend the following needle sizes. Always choose the needle size that allows you to achieve the specified gauge:
- US #7 / 4.5 mm
- US #8 / 5.0 mm
Additional supplies include:
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Stitch holder or waste yarn for convenience during your project.
Required Skills
This crochet project will help you build your knitting expertise with the following techniques:
- Casting on
- Twisted ribbing
- Stranded color work for beautiful designs
- Increases (M1)
- Decreases (ssk, K2tog)
- Following a color chart
Whether you are a beginner looking to learn new techniques or an experienced knitter in search of a fun project, these cozy women's stranded color mittens are a perfect choice. Embrace the art of knitting and craft a beautiful accessory that will keep you warm and fashionable all season long!
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