Embers Fingerless Gloves

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What Is Being Made

The Embers Fingerless Gloves are a pair of open-finger hand coverings designed for adult wear. These gloves measure 10.5 inches in length and 3 inches in width when laid flat, providing coverage from the wrist to just below the knuckles while leaving the fingers completely exposed for full dexterity and tactile function.

Knitting Techniques and Construction Method

These fingerless gloves are constructed using the in-the-round knitting method, worked from the bottom (cuff) upward toward the hand opening. This technique creates seamless, tubular fabric that fits smoothly around the wrist and hand without requiring seaming. The pattern employs double-pointed needles (DPNs) to maintain the circular construction throughout the project.

The project begins with a long-tail cast-on method, which creates a neat, elastic edge suitable for cuff construction. Stitches are divided across three needles (17, 16, and 12 stitches respectively) to distribute the work evenly and maintain consistent tension as you knit in rounds.

Stitches Used

• Knit (K): The primary stitch creating the fabric structure
• Purl (P): Used to create textural variation and design elements
• Knit One Through the Back Loop (K1tbl): Creates a twisted stitch for decorative or structural purposes
• Slip Stitches (sl 1): Executed both purl wise and knit wise to move stitches without working them, used for edge finishing and pattern transitions

Yarn and Needle Specifications

The Embers Fingerless Gloves are designed using worsted weight yarn, specifically Purl Soho Worsted Twist in the Gray shade. Each ball contains 164 yards and weighs 100 grams. The total yardage required for this project is 133 to 135 yards, meaning you will need slightly less than one full ball of yarn.

The recommended needles are 5.0mm / US 8 double-pointed needles measuring 7 inches or longer. This needle size is paired with the aran-weight yarn to achieve the specified gauge.

Gauge and Sizing Information

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 28 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches when measured over stockinette stitch. Maintaining this gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions. The adult size gloves measure 10.5 inches in length and 3 inches in width.

Difficulty Level

These fingerless gloves are rated as an intermediate-level knitting project. While the pattern utilizes fundamental knitting techniques such as knit and purl stitches, the in-the-round construction using double-pointed needles and the combination of various stitch techniques require solid foundational knitting skills and comfort with circular needle work.

Pattern Structure

The pattern provides detailed abbreviations, a comprehensive materials list, needle and yarn specifications, and step-by-step instructions. Important pattern notes clarify that stitches should not be twisted when joining for in-the-round work, and specific guidance is given for slip stitch techniques used in construction. The pattern includes visual references (such as Image A on Page 5) to assist knitters in proper setup and execution.