Product Description
I made mine long so they would cover the forearms with a 3/4 length sleeve. They came in just under one skein of the Manos silk blend, but if you are in a hurry, you could easily do two pattern repeats instead of three. Malabrigo's silky merino would also be lovely.
The color is Dove, a lovely ecru with very pale undertones of soft green and pink. Perfect for the delicacy of the design, but I could also see them as Poinsettia mitts in that lovely deep crimson color.
I placed the increases within the thumb gusset so they form a chevron pattern, and added a little picot trim to the edges. The pattern pulls the bottom of the mitts up in the center, providing a gracefully curved line, and the twisted ribbing ensures a snug fit.
Charted design - Intermediate level - knit in the round.
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Magnolia Mittens by Susan Pandorf
What is Being Made
Magnolia Mittens are a pair of elegant, fitted mittens designed by independent designer Susan Pandorf. These mittens are offered in two circumference sizes and two length options, making them customizable for different hand sizes and style preferences. The mittens are crafted as a quick knit project, ideal for knitters seeking a relatively fast completion time while still achieving a polished, finished garment.
Sizing Options
- Small: 5 inch circumference, available in Short (6 ½ inches) or Long (9 inches)
- Large: 6 inch circumference, available in Short (6 ½ inches) or Long (9 inches)
Techniques and Construction
Magnolia Mittens are constructed using the in-the-round knitting method on double-pointed needles, a traditional technique that creates seamless, tubular fabric ideal for fitted garments like mittens. The pattern is worked in repeating pattern sections, with knitters choosing to complete either two or three pattern repeats to achieve their desired length. This modular approach allows for customization without requiring multiple pattern versions.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch structure is twisted rib stitch, which creates vertical texture and elasticity. This stitch choice provides both aesthetic interest and functional stretch, ensuring the mittens fit snugly around the hand while maintaining breathability. The twisted rib construction is measured at a gauge of 8 stitches per 1 inch.
Materials and Tools
Magnolia Mittens require minimal yardage, using just 1 skein (150 yards) of DK weight yarn. The pattern recommends either MANOS Silk Blend or MALABRIGO Silky Merino, both premium luxury yarns that provide softness and subtle sheen. Knitters will need two size 3 US and two size 5 US double-pointed needles to complete the project, allowing for needle adjustments if gauge modifications are needed.
Difficulty Level
Rated as intermediate difficulty, Magnolia Mittens are suitable for knitters with foundational skills in circular knitting and basic stitch techniques. The twisted rib pattern and in-the-round construction require comfort with double-pointed needles and pattern reading, making this an excellent project for advancing knitters who have completed simpler projects.
Project Format
Magnolia Mittens are available as a downloadable PDF pattern, providing immediate access to complete instructions and pattern repeats from designer Susan Pandorf under her Sunflower Designs label.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Designer: | susan pandorf |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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