Woodland Fox Mittens
Discover the joy of knitting with our adorable top-down mittens featuring charming foxes adorned with intricate fair isle bands. Made from Aran weight yarn, these mittens are not only a fun project but are also cozy, thick, and quick to knit! Perfect for keeping your hands warm during chilly days, they make a delightful addition to your winter wardrobe.
SIZE: These mittens are designed for an Adult M size, with a comfortable hand circumference of 9” / 22.75 cm and a tall height of 10.5” / 26.75 cm, including the cuff. If you prefer a smaller fit, consider using smaller needles and finer yarn for a tighter gauge, or you can opt to full the mittens for a snugger feel. For reference, using worsted weight yarn and size US 7 (4.5 mm) needles will yield mittens sized Child L/Adult S. Rest assured, this pattern has been fully test-knit to ensure quality and accuracy!
MATERIALS: To create these charming mittens, gather Aran weight yarn in 9 beautiful colors. The mittens are showcased in a stunning combination of handspun wool and alpaca blend yarns, using approximately 3-60 yards of each color:
- MC (Main Color) light blue: 60 yds / 21g
- CC1 (Contrast Color 1) white: 42 yds / 15g
- CC2 dark blue: 55 yds / 20g
- CC3 red: 12 yds / 5g
- CC4 rust: 34 yds / 10g
- CC5 black: 4 yds / 2g
- CC6 green: 34 yds / 9g
- CC7 brown: 3 yds / 2g
- CC8 yellow: 40 yds / 17g
For this project, you'll also need U.S. 9 (5.5 mm) needles or the size required to achieve your desired gauge, as well as U.S. 8 (5.0 mm) needles and a 5.5 mm crochet hook for the thumb cast-on. Don’t forget to keep some stitch markers handy and have a tapestry needle for finishing off your work. An optional magnetic board can make following your pattern even easier!
Perfect for both beginner and experienced knitters, these fox-themed mittens make a wonderful gift or personal accessory to brighten up any winter outfit. Dive into your knitting adventure today and create a warm, stylish pair of mittens that showcase your creativity and love for knitting!
