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Ilma
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Cascade Yarns 220 Fingering
Ginger (2414)
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Cascade Yarns 220 Fingering
Silver (8401)
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Product Description
Ilma is knitted top-down from an easy-peasy winding cast on in the softest, squishiest yarn, Ilmarinen from Knitlob's Lair.
Stripes in a few directions serve the general good.
A travelling cable creates a nice detail on the back of the hand – with more stripes. For more general good.
A thumb gusset makes for a nice fit, and the generous double cuff keeps your wrists snug and warm.
The quirk: you wind on stitches also for the gusset. Not to worry. It's easy. And there's a photo tutorial for guidance.
The pattern is written with Magic Loop in mind, but the mitten can be worked equally well on dpns or 2 circulars (you'll still need circulars for the cast ons).
Oh, and Ilma has a relative, the Ilma hat.
Sample is shown in Knitlob's Lair Ilmarinen. A suggested substitute is shown below.
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Ilma Top-Down Mittens by Åsa Tricosa
What is Being Made
Ilma is a pair of top-down knitted mittens designed for a medium/large size with approximately 20 cm (8 inches) circumference and 29 cm (11½ inches) length. These mittens feature a generous double cuff construction to provide extra warmth around the wrists, making them an ideal cold-weather accessory. The design prioritizes both comfort and practicality with thoughtful shaping throughout.
Knitting Techniques and Construction Method
These mittens are worked top-down, beginning with a super-simple winding cast-on that creates an accessible starting point for knitters. The construction employs the magic loop method, a technique that allows circular needles to work small circumference projects without requiring double-pointed needles. However, the pattern offers flexibility—knitters may alternatively use traditional double-pointed needles (dpns) or two circular needles according to their preference and experience level.
A thumb gusset is incorporated into the design to ensure an excellent fit and proper shaping around the hand. The pattern includes stripes in a few directions, adding visual interest and serving functional purposes in the overall design aesthetic. The generous double cuff construction provides extended coverage and warmth for the wrist area.
Stitches and Stitch Details
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided content, the mittens utilize fundamental knitting stitches appropriate for an intermediate-level project. The stripe work and gusset shaping suggest the use of stockinette stitch as the primary fabric, with increases worked strategically for the thumb gusset expansion.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
Yarn: Knitlob's Lair Ilmarinen in 4-ply weight (100% merino wool, 300 meters or 330 yards per 100 grams). One skein each of main color (MC) and contrasting color (CC) are required to complete the project.
Needles and Notions:
- 3 mm (US 2½) circular needle, 60–80 cm (25–32 inches) length
- 2.5 mm (US 1½) circular needle, 60–80 cm (25–32 inches) length
- Optional 3.5 mm needle for working the thumb to compensate for tighter gauge
- Cable needle (optional)
- Stitch holder
The pattern notes that needle size may be adjusted for different finished dimensions—smaller needles will produce smaller mittens, allowing customization beyond the medium/large specification.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | Cascade Yarns 220 Fingering |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Åsa Tricosa |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Alternate Yarns: Lang Yarns Baby Alpaca, Cascade Heritage solids |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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