Women's Textable Gloves

Women's Textable Gloves by Knit and Crochet Ever After

Project Overview

The Women's Textable Gloves are an intermediate-level crochet project designed by Deja Joy. These gloves are specifically engineered to work with touchscreen devices, making them a practical accessory for modern smartphone and tablet users. The design accommodates multiple sizes while maintaining a consistent palm width of approximately 4 inches across all sizes.

What Is Being Made

This pattern creates a pair of fitted women's gloves that extend from the wrist crease to the tip of the middle finger. The gloves are designed with touchscreen capability, allowing wearers to use their devices without removing them. The pattern includes sizing options, with yardage requirements that decrease by approximately 20 yards for each size down from the largest size.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Women's Textable Gloves are constructed using fundamental crochet techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The pattern primarily utilizes single crochet (SC) stitches as the main stitch structure. The gauge is established at 2 inches equaling 10 single crochets and 12 rows, which is essential for achieving the proper fit across the palm and throughout the glove construction.

Materials Required

• Yarn: 280 yards of LanaMundi Yarns Silver Spun (50g/173 yards per hank). This yarn contains actual silver content, which enables natural touchscreen compatibility without additional modifications.
• Yarn Weight: 4-ply lightweight yarn
• Crochet Hook: 4.0mm [US-G]
• Notions: Yarn or tapestry needle for finishing
• Optional Substitution: Any lightweight yarn may be substituted for the LanaMundi Yarns Silver Spun. If choosing a non-conductive yarn, conductive thread (a metal-based thread) can be sewn onto the finger pads to restore touchscreen functionality. Only minimal conductive thread is needed, typically applied only to the fingers used for touchscreen interaction.

Touchscreen Capability

The defining feature of these gloves is their touchscreen compatibility. The LanaMundi Yarns Silver Spun yarn contains actual silver, which naturally conducts electricity and allows the gloves to work seamlessly with touchscreen devices. For crafters who prefer to substitute yarn, conductive thread offers an alternative solution. This metal-based thread requires only small applications on the finger pads, making it an economical option for adding touchscreen capability to standard yarn choices.

Finished Measurements

The gloves are designed with a consistent palm width of approximately 4 inches across all available sizes. The length is measured from the crease of the wrist to the tip of the middle finger, ensuring proper coverage and fit for the wearer's hand.