Lindsey Mitts
Summary
Discover the beautiful Lindsey Mitts, a fashionable pair of knitted mitts crafted in a vibrant fair-isle design. These mitts are knit from the bottom up using luxurious fingering weight yarn. The intricate fair-isle pattern is thoughtfully charted, making it easy to follow for both the hand and thumb sections. Perfect for those crisp autumn days or winter evenings, the Lindsey Mitts are not only stylish but also practical, keeping your hands cozy while allowing for dexterity.
Skills Required
This pattern is ideal for knitters looking to enhance their skills. You should be comfortable with:
- Knit
- Knit in the round
- Fair-isle techniques
- Stranded colorwork
- Cable Cast On
- Reading charts
- K2tog (knit two together)
- Loose bind-off
- Making increases and decreases (M1R, M1L)
- Weaving in ends
- Blocking your finished project
Finished Measurements
The Lindsey Mitts come in one versatile size, featuring a circumference of 7”/18cm and a length of 7”/18cm, making them a perfect fit for a variety of hand sizes.
Materials
To create your own pair of Lindsey Mitts, you will need:
- 2 colors of Malabrigo sock yarn, each skein weighing 4 oz/113 g, and measuring 220 yds/221 m. You will use 1 skein of each color for a dynamic contrast.
- If you prefer, any high-quality fingering weight yarn can serve as a substitution.
Notions
Gather the following supplies to ensure a smooth knitting process:
- 4 Stitch Markers
- 5 US 2/2.75mm double pointed needles (or size needed to match gauge) for the main mitt
- Cable or waste yarn to hold 17 stitches.
- 2-3 additional US 2/2.75mm dpns specifically for the thumb.
Gauge
To achieve the perfect fit and texture for your mitts, ensure you match the gauge of 28 stitches per 4”/10cm on US 2/2.75mm needles while working in stockinette stitch (washed).
Knitting the Lindsey Mitts not only allows you to practice advanced techniques like fair-isle and stranded colorwork, but also results in a beautiful, functional accessory that is sure to impress. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or looking to challenge yourself with new skills, this pattern promises to be a rewarding project! Download our free or premium patterns today and keep your hands warm and fashionable!
