Dragon Tamer Mitts

Dragon Tamer Mitts by Aunt Janet's Designs

Project Overview

Dragon Tamer Mitts are a pair of crocheted gloves designed by Janet Jameson, created using sport weight yarn and intermediate-level crochet techniques. These mitts are sized to fit the average woman's hand and feature a distinctive scaled texture created through directional post stitching and strategic yarn overs.

What Is Being Made

This downloadable crochet pattern produces a pair of fitted mittens or gloves with a decorative dragon-scale appearance. The finished mitts are designed to fit comfortably on average-sized women's hands while allowing for customization through yarn weight and hook size adjustments.

Sizing and Customization

The pattern is written for the average woman's hand. Crocheters can easily adjust the finished size by modifying materials and tools:

• For a slightly smaller fit: use a "D" or "E" crochet hook paired with fingering (sock) weight yarn
• For a slightly larger fit: use a "G" crochet hook paired with DK weight yarn
• Additional customization is possible by experimenting with thinner or thicker yarns to achieve desired fit

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

Dragon Tamer Mitts employ intermediate crochet techniques that create visual interest and dimensional texture:

• Chain stitch (ch): Used to establish the foundation with 28 chains joined in the round
• Double crochet (dc): Forms the primary fabric structure throughout the pattern
• Slip stitch (sl st): Joins rounds and secures stitches
• Post stitches: Worked around the posts of previous stitches, rotated at specific angles to create the scaled texture effect
• Directional rotation: The pattern requires rotating work 90 degrees and 180 degrees at strategic points to build the three-dimensional scale pattern

The construction begins with a Framework Round that establishes the base structure using doubled double crochets in alternating chains. The subsequent Scales Round introduces the signature textured effect by working multiple double crochets around post stitches while rotating the work to create dimensional scales.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for 3 ounces (80 grams) of sport weight yarn. Sport weight yarn is a lightweight yarn suitable for creating fitted garments with good stitch definition. The pattern provides flexibility for yarn weight substitution to achieve different sizing outcomes.

Tools and Equipment

Crocheters will need an appropriate crochet hook; the pattern specifies that hook size can be adjusted based on desired finished size. Standard hook options mentioned include "D," "E," and "G" sizes, though the primary pattern likely uses a standard mid-range hook appropriate for sport weight yarn.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. The combination of post stitches, directional work rotation, and the need to maintain consistent tension while working in the round requires solid foundational crochet skills. Crocheters should be comfortable with basic stitches and confident working in circular construction before attempting this project.