Kids Love Cocoa

Materials Needed for DK Yarn Mittens

To create these cozy mittens, you will need the following materials:

• Yarn: DK weight yarn (total 250 m - 100 g) - Our pattern requires 125 yards / 120 meters / 40 grams for the background color, 80 yards / 73 meters / 29 grams for the main background, along with contrast colors: 50 yards / 45 meters / 18 grams for Contrast Color 1 and a small amount of 2 yards / 2 meters / 1 gram for Contrast Color 2.
• Needles: US size 1 1/2 (2.5 mm) knitting needles will provide the perfect gauge for your mittens.
• Tapestry Needle: A tapestry needle will be needed for weaving in ends and adding small decorative details to your finished mittens.

Gauge: Achieve a gauge of 15 stitches x 14 rows = 2 inches (5 cm) to ensure a snug fit for your mittens.

Size Information: When using the recommended yarn, needles, and gauge, these mittens will measure approximately 8 cm wide and 21 cm long, making them the perfect accessory for chilly days.

Custom Size Options: If you wish to create smaller mittens, consider using fingering or sport-weight yarn. For larger mittens, opt for worsted weight yarn along with larger needles to ensure a comfortable fit.

These mittens are a fantastic knitting project suitable for beginners and experienced knitters alike. Explore our collection of free and premium knitting patterns to find more exciting projects. Happy knitting!