Svelte Felted Mittens

Traditionally, felted mittens have long been a favorite among fishermen, as they provide superior warmth compared to other options. Their unique felting process ensures that these mittens remain warm even when wet, making them an ideal choice for outdoor activities in cold climates. The process of felting creates a dense fabric that adapts perfectly to the size and shape of the wearer's hands, ensuring a snug fit that enhances comfort during use. This felted mittens knitting pattern includes comprehensive and detailed instructions for both knitting and felting, making it an excellent stash buster. You can opt to include playful stripes or keep the design simple, based on your yarn selection.

The cuff of the mittens is crafted using superwash yarn, which can be any worsted weight superwash or a combination of DK and fingering superwash yarns held together to match worsted weight. For the body of the mittens, it's essential to use a worsted weight yarn known for its excellent felting properties. Darker shades are recommended, particularly those that have not been bleached, to achieve the best results.

It’s important to note that gauge does not need to be precise, as the felting process will ultimately determine the final size of the mittens. The pattern includes two sizes, Average Adult and Large Adult, to accommodate a range of hand sizes.

This versatile pattern is written for two circular needles, but it can be effortlessly adapted to your preferred knitting method, whether you prefer using double-pointed needles or magic loop. Dive into this enjoyable project and create your own pair of felted mittens, perfect for keeping your hands cozy during any outdoor adventure!