Maribo mittens

Discover the joy of knitting with our vibrant and textured mitten pattern, where color meets creativity for a delightful crafting experience! This unique design is inspired by the traditional Bohus Stickning techniques, cleverly combining stranded knitting methods with strategically-placed purl stitches to produce rich textures and a seamless color gradient.

The beautifully rounded mitten tip and innovative thumb shaping—which incorporates both a welt and flap design—ensure a superbly comfortable fit, making these mittens not just stylish but incredibly functional as well. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a passionate beginner, this pattern is a fantastic way to enhance your skills while creating a cozy accessory that will keep your hands warm during the colder months.

**Construction:** These knitted mittens are worked in the round, starting from the cuff and finishing at the top. The thumb is skillfully crafted by picking up stitches along with a few pick-up and knit techniques for added ease and precision.

**Size:** The finished palm circumference measures 7 inches, making these mittens suitable for most adult hands. They boast a total length of 12 inches, and the cuff is an inviting 5 inches long, doubling as an elegant accent.

**Yarn:** This pattern utilizes Sunday Knits 5 ply worsted weight yarn, ensuring a warm and durable mitten perfect for everyday wear. Yarn kits are available for purchase at www.sundayknits.com/knit_maribo.html to help you gather everything you need for your project with ease.

**Techniques:** This pattern introduces essential knitting techniques, including stranded knitting and the pick-up and knit method, making it a valuable addition to your crafting repertoire.

**Pattern Includes:** You'll receive comprehensive written instructions, a color pattern for the cuff in charted format only, and a helpful link to a tutorial that guides you through the process of joining colors seamlessly.

Embrace your knitting journey with this vibrant mitten pattern, where color and texture blend harmoniously for not just a fun project, but also a beautiful and functional pair of mittens that will brighten up your winter wardrobe. Happy knitting!