Rustling Ruffles

**Rustling Ruffles: Cozy Autumn Mitts Pattern** Prepare to embrace the beauty of autumn with our enchanting Rustling Ruffles mitts! These cozy mittens are perfect for those crisp fall walks, allowing you to enjoy the vibrant colors of the season without sacrificing warmth. The chill in the air won’t nip at your fingertips as you stroll, while the last rays of sun filter through the colorful leaves overhead, and the delightful crunch of foliage accompanies your every step. Our Rustling Ruffles mitts feature a charming design with simple increases and decreases, creating delightful rows of ruffles that add a unique flair to your autumn wardrobe. The innovative flip-top design allows you to free your fingers at a moment's notice—perfect for snapping photos of breathtaking fall landscapes or warming up with a hot cup of cider. Plus, the extended cuff reaches several inches up your arm, ensuring that no chilly breeze sneaks between your jacket and mitts, keeping you warm and snug throughout the season. **Pattern Details:** - **Yarn:** Lorna’s Laces, 100% Superwash Merino, 215 y / 197 m per hank, in the stunning Monkey Shines colorway (2 hanks required). - **Needles:** Use 2 mm (US 0) double-pointed needles (dpns) for seamless knitting. - **Gauge:** Achieve a precise gauge of 30 sts and 44 rows = 4” / 10 cm in stockinette for the perfect fit. - **Sizes:** These mitts are designed in one size to fit most hands comfortably. - **Notions:** Gather your crafting essentials, including scrap yarn, stitch markers, and a stitch holder to assist with constructing your mitts. - **Skills:** This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters and includes techniques such as increasing, decreasing, and the Kitchener stitch for finishing. Thanks to my talented tech editor, [Holly Priestley][1], for her invaluable assistance in perfecting this pattern! So grab your materials and let the Rustling Ruffles mitts be your go-to accessory for all your beautiful autumn adventures. Download the pattern and start knitting today to keep your hands toasty while savoring every golden moment of the fall season! [1]: http://sillylittlelady.wordpress.com/2012/07/10/technical-editing-service