What you'll need
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See Jayne Knit Merino Superwash Sock - Gibbs
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Product Description
These unisex fingerless mittens are worked entirely in slip stitches. The smooth main pattern goes well with variegated yarn, the thumb part adds some interest in texture.
The pattern includes written instructions and step-by-step picture tutorials for all stitches and techniques used.
skills needed: chain
skills learned: front loop only slip stitch, back loop only slip stitch, inverse back loop only slip stitch, short rowsand invisible seam in back loop only slip stitch
You can see these mittens as an introduction to different slip stitch textures, the smooth pattern for the main part, the rib pattern for the cuffs and the flat rib pattern for the thumb.
Shine Your Yarn Mittens by Tanja Osswald
What is Being Made
Shine Your Yarn Mittens are unisex fingerless mittens designed by Tanja Osswald. These mittens measure approximately 19 cm (7.5 inches) long when unstretched, though they stretch and shorten to about 16 cm (6.25 inches) with wear. The fingerless design makes them practical for activities requiring hand dexterity while keeping hands warm. The width is adjustable to fit various hand sizes.
Crochet Techniques Used
The entire mitten is worked using slip stitches, specifically back loop only slip stitches, which create a distinctive smooth and elastic fabric. This technique-focused construction gives the mittens their characteristic texture and stretch. The main body features a smooth pattern that works particularly well with variegated yarns, while the thumb section incorporates textural variation to add visual interest to the design.
Stitches and Stitch Details
The primary stitch throughout Shine Your Yarn Mittens is the slip stitch, worked exclusively through the back loop. This creates a tight, dense fabric with natural elasticity. The gauge for this pattern is approximately 24 stitches in 10 cm (4 inches) using back loop only slip stitches. Due to the inherent stretchiness of the slip stitch pattern, height gauge is difficult to determine precisely, making these mittens forgiving for slight variations in tension.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
Shine Your Yarn Mittens require approximately 40 grams of 4 ply sock yarn, which equals roughly 140 meters or 155 yards. The designer used 33 grams of See Jayne Knit Merino Superwash Sock yarn in the colorway "Gibbs" for the model mittens. Any sock weight yarn will work for this project. Since individual crochet tension varies, planning a few extra grams of yarn is recommended to ensure sufficient yardage.
Tools Required
- 3.5 mm crochet hook (US size E)
- Darning needle for seaming
Difficulty Level
Shine Your Yarn Mittens is rated as an intermediate difficulty project. While slip stitch construction is straightforward, the consistent tension required throughout and the adjustments needed for proper fit make this suitable for crocheters with some experience.
Design Notes
The smooth main pattern of these mittens pairs beautifully with variegated yarn, allowing color variations to showcase the stitch texture. The thumb section provides textural contrast to the body, adding design interest. This fingerless mitten design was tested by multiple crocheters including bethyarn, I-hook, Isbiggs, Judejean, patricialeeross, and Petozi.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 12 |
| Designer: | Tanja Osswald |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | darning needle for seaming |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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