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I love knitting with the merino silk mix, it knits well and feels good to the touch and washes well.
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Clive is an easy-knit men’s glove in three sizes. Using only stocking stitch and 2x2 rib, Clive knits up quickly in DK weight yarn. The arched gusset and ribbed thumb add interest for both the knitter and the wearer.
The pattern is written in three sizes:
Small - to fit hand 18-20 cm
Medium - to fit hand 20-22 cm
Large - to fit hand 22-24 cm
Hand is measured around, just above the thumb.
Yarn requirements:
Approx 190 (210, 230)m / 210 (230, 250) yds of double knitting yarn.
Other supplies:
3¼mm (UK10, US3) dpns, set of four
4mm (UK8, US6) dpns, set of four
Note: you can work the cuff and hand of the gloves using circular needles and the magic loop method if you prefer, but you will need dpns for the fingers and thumbs due to the small number of stitches.
Stitch markers x 3, in 2 different colours
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle
Techniques used:
Knit and purl
Increases and decreases
Knitting in the round
Clive is an easy-to-knit men's glove pattern available in three sizes. This downloadable PDF design from independent designer Sue Howarth provides instructions for creating a complete pair of fitted gloves suitable for men, with sizing options to accommodate different hand measurements.
Clive employs straightforward knitting techniques ideal for beginners approaching their first glove project. The pattern utilizes stockinette stitch as the primary stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric perfect for everyday wear. The gloves feature a 2x2 rib construction, commonly used for cuffs and edging to provide elasticity and a snug, finished appearance around the wrist and hand openings.
The design minimizes complexity by relying on fundamental knitting skills, making it an excellent introduction to glove construction without overwhelming detail work or advanced shaping techniques.
Clive is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn, a medium-light yarn that provides excellent stitch definition while remaining quick to knit. DK yarn offers an ideal balance for men's gloves, creating fabric with good drape and warmth without excessive bulk. Knitters will need appropriate needles sized for DK weight yarn to achieve proper gauge and fabric consistency throughout the project.
This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it accessible to knitters new to glove construction or those building foundational skills in shaping and finishing techniques.
```| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Featured Products: | Debbie Bliss Rialto DK |
| Pages: | 3 |
| Designer: | Sue Howarth |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | The pattern is suitable for any double knitting yarn that knits to the correct tension. A high wool content is recommended for warmth! |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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I love knitting with the merino silk mix, it knits well and feels good to the touch and washes well.