Crème de Noyaux Gloves and Mitts

Crème de Noyaux Gloves and Mitts by Dagmar Mora

What Is Being Made

The Crème de Noyaux pattern creates a pair of fitted gloves inspired by the classic "Pink Squirrel" cocktail featuring almond-flavored Crème de Noyaux liqueur. This downloadable knitting pattern offers multiple size options to accommodate various hand circumferences, making it suitable for a wide range of wearers. The design combines functional hand coverage with decorative stitch work, resulting in garments that are both practical and visually interesting.

Design and Inspiration

Originally designed for the Woolgirl club parcel, these gloves feature an almond-shaped rib pattern that serves as the primary visual element. The pattern's name and design directly reference the drink that inspired it, creating a thematic connection between the wearable and its creative source. This thoughtful design approach makes the gloves a conversation piece for those familiar with classic cocktail culture.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The pattern employs twisted stitches throughout the construction to enhance stitch definition and make the almond-shaped rib pattern stand out clearly. The use of ribbing provides more than aesthetic appeal—the elasticity of the ribbing ensures an excellent and comfortable fit that moves with the hand. This combination of twisted stitches and ribbed construction demonstrates intermediate-level knitting skill, as working with twisted stitches requires attention to stitch orientation and tension control.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed to work with fingering weight yarn in two variations. For those using light fingering weight yarn or loosely spun fingering weight yarn, one set of sizing applies. Standard fingering weight yarn accommodates a second set of sizing options. The choice between yarn weights allows knitters to customize the final garment's drape and fit based on their available materials and preferred fabric characteristics.

Size Range and Fit

The pattern offers extensive sizing to accommodate different hand sizes:

• Light Fingering Weight Yarn: Women's XXS-XS, S-M, and L-XL, with glove circumferences above the thumb measuring 14.5 cm (5¾"), 17 cm (6¾"), and 19.5 cm (7⅝") respectively. These sizes fit hands with circumferences of 15.5-17.5 cm (6⅛-6⅞"), 17.5-19.5 cm (6⅞-7⅝"), and 19.5-21.5 cm (7⅝-8½") above the thumb.
• Fingering Weight Yarn: Women's XS-S, M-L, and XL, with glove circumferences above the thumb measuring 15.5 cm (6⅛"), 18 cm (7⅛"), and 20.5 cm (8") respectively. These sizes fit hands with circumferences of 16.5-18.5 cm (6½-7¼"), 18.5-20.5 cm (7¼-8"), and 20.5-22.5 cm (8-8⅞") above the thumb.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate difficulty, this pattern requires knitters to have foundational skills in basic stitches and shaping techniques. The intermediate classification reflects the need to work with twisted stitches and manage ribbed construction while maintaining consistent tension and stitch definition throughout the project.