Product Description
Dirigible Gauntlets are a Steampunk inspired set of fingerless gloves. The hand and arm are made in a beautiful but not overly attention seeking pattern; the attention is left for the buttons along the seam and the black lace that accents all the edges. They're worthy of a morning call, an afternoon tea, an evening stroll, and still perfectly suited for jumping in your dirigible and taking flight with style. They are the perfect gift for the steampunked lady in your life (and if that happens to be you, so much the better!). The are worked both flat and in the round, and embellishments are added after construction.
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Dirigible Gauntlets by Emily Star
What is Being Made
The Dirigible Gauntlets are a pair of steampunk-inspired crocheted gloves designed by Emily Catherine of Sweetheart's Stitches. These elegant gauntlets extend from the hand up the arm and feature a sophisticated aesthetic combining delicate lacework with decorative accents. The design is described as suitable for formal occasions such as morning calls, afternoon tea, and evening strolls, while maintaining a distinctly steampunk character. The gauntlets are intended as a stylish accessory for those embracing steampunk fashion.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
This intermediate-level crochet pattern requires foundational skills in several essential techniques. The construction involves creating the hand and arm sections using a lacy stitch pattern that provides visual interest without overwhelming the overall design. The pattern incorporates joining in the round, which allows for seamless circular construction typical of fitted garments. Edges are finished with black lace accents that frame the cuffs and openings, adding definition and visual contrast. Assembly includes sewing edges together to create clean seams and picking up stitches to add the lace edging details.
Stitches Used
- Single crochet – foundational stitch for structure and detail work
- Double crochet – primary stitch for the lacy pattern sections
- Slip stitch – used for joining rounds and finishing edges
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Dirigible Gauntlets are worked in DK weight yarn, with approximately 120–140 yards required for Color A (the main color). The designer used Universal Yarn Dolce Merino in the colorway Arabian Spice, which is noted as a heavier DK weight option. Additional yarn in black is needed for the lace edging accents. Standard crochet hooks appropriate for DK weight yarn are used, along with a sewing needle for assembly and button attachment. Decorative buttons are sewn along the seams as a signature steampunk embellishment.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate, making it suitable for crocheters with experience in basic stitches and garment construction. Prior knowledge of single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch, joining in the round, seaming, picking up stitches, and sewing on buttons is expected.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Designer: | Emily Star |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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