Ovis mitts

Discover the joy of creating your very own knitted mitts with our beautifully crafted pattern, designed to be knitted bottom-up and in the round. These mitts feature a stunning stranded colourwork motif that adds a unique flair to your winter wardrobe. Utilizing the innovative afterthought thumb technique, you can easily add thumbs to your mitts, enhancing both style and functionality.

For a truly personalized touch, feel free to “mismatch” your mitts as shown in our sample photos, or opt to knit a matching pair for a coordinated look. This versatile pattern accommodates a variety of hand sizes, making it perfect for gifts or personal use.

Hand Circumference: Available sizes cm - 18 (19) 20, inches - 7 (7½) 8

Hand Length: Available sizes cm - 15 (16.5) 18, inches - 6 (6½) 7¼

Cuff Circumference: Available sizes cm - 16.5 (18) 19, inches - 6½ (7) 7½

Yarn Choice: For this project, we recommend using Istex Einband held double combined with Ritual Dyes Fae for a luxurious finish. The suggested colours are Colour A - 9076 // Dune, Colour B - 1026 // Natural, and Colour C - any black fingering weight yarn from your stash.

Yardage Requirements: Each yardage estimate is based on a mismatched pair and is specified for each colour. For instance, if you are knitting the smallest size, you will require 84 meters of Colour A in both Einband and Fae, along with the same measurement for Colour B.

Details for yardage include:

• Colour A (Einband & Fae): metres - 50 (65) 80, yards - 55 (70) 88
• Colour B (Einband & Fae): metres - 50 (65) 80, yards - 55 (70) 88
• Colour C (any black fingering weight yarn): metres - 5 (8) 12, yards - 6 (9) 13

Join the knitting community and create these charming mitts for yourself or as heartfelt gifts. With this easy-to-follow pattern, you’ll be well on your way to crafting a stunning accessory that keeps your hands warm and stylish all season long. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, these mitts are sure to become a favorite in your collection!