Bramble Mittens

Bramble Bean Stitch Mittens by Burgundy & Blush

What Is Being Made

The Bramble Mittens are a pair of adult fingerless mittens designed for both men and women. These crocheted mittens feature an open-finger design, making them ideal for activities requiring hand dexterity while maintaining wrist and palm warmth. The pattern includes sizing for adult hands and provides a practical accessory suitable for layering during cooler months.

Craft & Primary Technique

This project is created using crochet as the primary construction method. The mittens are worked with a combination of fundamental crochet stitches to build texture and structure. The pattern is classified as beginner to easy-medium difficulty, making it accessible to newer crocheters while offering enough technique variety to remain engaging. The main concentration required involves tracking stitch counts during the increase sections to ensure proper shaping.

Stitches Used

The Bramble Mittens utilize several essential crochet stitches to create their distinctive texture and fit:

• Bean Stitch (BS) – The signature stitch that gives these mittens their name and textured appearance. This stitch is created by yarning over and pulling up a loop, repeating twice more in the same stitch, then yarning over and pulling through all six loops, followed by a chain one. This creates a bumpy, dimensional surface.
• Single Crochet (SC) – Used as a foundational stitch, particularly in the ribbed cuff section where 12 single crochets measure approximately 5cm in height.
• Single Crochet Back Loop Only (SCBL) – Provides textured ribbing by working into only the back loop of stitches.
• Double Crochet Back Loop Only (DCBL) – Offers additional texture variation in the pattern construction.
• Double Crochet (DC) – Used as needed for height and structure throughout the mittens.
• Slip Stitch (SS) – Employed for joining rounds and finishing edges.
• Chain (CH) – The foundational stitch used to begin the project and create necessary spacing.

Materials & Tools

This project requires minimal materials, making it economical and portable:

• Yarn: Less than 100 grams of Aran or Worsted weight yarn in a single color
• Hook: 4.5mm crochet hook
• Finishing Tools: Scissors and a needle for weaving in ends and any necessary seaming

Finished Measurements

The completed mittens are designed to fit comfortably on average adult hands with the following approximate dimensions: 17cm (6.5 inches) in height, 11cm (4.5 inches) in width across the thumb area, and 9cm (3.5 inches) in width across the fingers. These measurements ensure adequate coverage for the wrist and palm while leaving fingers exposed for functionality.

Gauge & Sizing

Proper gauge is important for achieving the correct fit. The pattern specifies that 12 single crochets worked in the ribbed cuff should measure approximately 5cm (2.5 inches) in height. Checking gauge before beginning ensures that your finished mittens will match the intended dimensions and fit properly on adult hands.