What you'll need
| Hand Circumference, in: | 6 1/2 | 7 | 7 1/2 | 8 |
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| Length, in: | 6 1/2 | 6 1/2 | 7 1/4 | 7 1/4 |
Brown Sheep Co. Nature Spun Fingering -
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
These mitts are worked in a combination of flat and circular knitting. The Channel Island cast-on and a Garter stitch welt start things off, and a buttonhole is knitted into this section. The cuff is knitted flat, edged with the modified attached I-cord, then joined circularly at the wrist. When the mitt is completed, the welts are overlapped and closed with a button, creating an old-fashioned “keyhole” opening below the wrist. The hand section is knitted in the round along with the thumb gusset, then gusset stitches are placed on waste yarn, to be completed later. Garter stitch welts and the Channel Island bind-off finish off the mitt and the thumb. Directions for the special techniques are included.
Hand circumference above thumb: 6½ (7, 7½, 8)" (16.5 [18, 19, 20.5] cm). Length: 6½ (6½, 7¼, 7 ¼)" (16.5 [16.5, 18.5, 18.5] cm).
One skein of fine fingering or lace-weight yarn is required.
Sheringham Mitts by Beth Brown-Reinsel
What is Being Made
The Sheringham Mitts are fingerless mitts designed to provide lightweight warmth on cool days while remaining practical for summer wear. These finely knit mitts are available in four sizes: Woman's Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large, with hand circumferences ranging from 6½ to 8 inches. The design features traditional patterning inspired by textile heritage from northeast England, specifically incorporating motifs traceable to the Sheringham area on the eastern coast.
Yarn and Materials
These mitts are crafted from fingering or lace weight yarn (3-ply), which allows for fine detail and intricate stitch definition in the pattern work. The project requires notions including stitch markers, stitch holders, a tapestry needle for finishing, two pearl shank buttons measuring ¼" to ⅜" (6–9 mm), two clear backing buttons of the same size, a sewing needle, and thread for button attachment.
Featured Knitting Techniques
This intermediate-level knitting project showcases several specialized techniques that add both structural and decorative elements:
- Channel Island Cast-on: A traditional cast-on method that creates a refined edge suitable for fine gauge knitting
- One Row Buttonhole: A streamlined buttonhole construction technique for securing the mitts
- Modified I-cord Edge: An adapted I-cord finish that provides a polished, durable edge treatment
- Channel Island Bind-off: A traditional bind-off method that complements the cast-on and maintains the refined aesthetic
- Sewing Buttons to Knitwear: Proper finishing technique for securely attaching functional buttons to the completed knit fabric
- Using Backing Buttons: A reinforcement method that distributes stress and prevents buttons from pulling through delicate knit fabric
Stitch Work and Patterning
The Sheringham Mitts feature traditional gansey motifs—a heritage pattern style with documented origins in specific coastal regions. The cuff incorporates a pattern from northeast England, while the hand section displays patterning borrowed from classic gansey designs. The inclusion of pattern charts in the instructions supports the execution of these detailed stitch patterns. The fine yarn weight and intermediate skill level allow knitters to render these traditional motifs with clarity and precision.
Pattern Format
This design is available as a downloadable PDF that includes complete garment directions, pattern charts for stitch work, and a glossary with bibliography for reference and historical context.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply, Lace |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Beth Brown-Reinsel |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Suggested: Clear Backing Buttons in addition to the pearl shank buttons. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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