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| One size only: | medium- easy to adapt to other sizes |
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wollmeise dk -
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Product Description
These fingerless mittens are crocheted entirely in slip stitches. The textured stitch pattern makes them warm and squishy, the ribbed part ensures a good fit.
The pattern includes written instructions and an extensive technique section, introducing all stitches used (front loop only slip stitch, back loop only slip stitch and inverse back loop only slip stitch), short rows, a crocheted seam and an invisible seam in step-by-step picture tutorials.
skill level: medium. If you already know how to slip stitch crochet: easy
yarn: Wollmeise DK. The mittens on the photo use 55 g in the colorway stella polaris. Instructions for adapting the pattern to different yarn weights are given.
hook: 5 mm (US size H)
other notions: darning needle for seaming
The pattern is available in English (13 pages) and German (13 pages).
Thanks to Waltraud and Regina for proofreading!
Sky Blue Mittens
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Sky Blue Mittens by Tanja Osswald
What is Being Made
The Sky Blue Mittens are unisex fingerless mittens designed by Tanja Osswald. These mittens are approximately 19 cm (7.5 inches) long when unstretched, though they shorten to about 16 cm (6.25 inches) with wear and stretching. The width is adjustable to accommodate different hand sizes, making them a versatile accessory suitable for various wearers.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
These mittens are worked entirely in slip stitches, which creates a distinctive texture and structure. The primary stitch used throughout the pattern is the slip stitch, worked through both loops. The pattern also incorporates a seed stitch technique, which contributes to the overall fabric appearance and drape. This slip stitch construction method produces a dense, structured fabric that provides good stretch and recovery, making these mittens comfortable for extended wear.
Stitches Used
- Chain (ch): Used for foundation and turning chains
- Slip stitch (sl st): The primary stitch worked through both loops, forming the entire body of the mittens
- Front loop only slip stitch (F): A variation used to create textural effects within the pattern
- Seed stitch: A foundational stitch pattern that establishes the fabric gauge and appearance
Materials and Tools
The Sky Blue Mittens require approximately 55 grams of DK weight yarn, which equals roughly 112 meters or 122 yards. The pictured mittens were crafted using 52 grams of Wollmeise Merino DK in the colorway "stellar polaris". A 5 mm crochet hook (US size H) is required for construction, along with a darning needle for seaming the finished pieces together. The pattern recommends planning for a few extra grams of yarn to account for individual crochet tension variations.
Gauge and Sizing
The recommended gauge is approximately 21 stitches and 20 rows per 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 inches) when measured in seed stitch on an unstretched swatch. This gauge measurement is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions and ensuring proper fit.
Skill Level
The Sky Blue Mittens are classified as a beginner-level crochet project, making them accessible to those new to crochet while still offering interesting stitch work through the use of slip stitches and seed stitch techniques.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 26 |
| Designer: | Tanja Osswald |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, German |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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