Narada Falls Mitts

Narada Falls Mitts by Jann Hoppler

What Is Being Made

The Narada Falls Mitts are a pair of hand-warming mitts inspired by the natural beauty of Narada Falls, a horsetail waterfall located in Mount Rainier National Park. These mitts feature a distinctive vertical pattern design that echoes the multiple channels of water cascading down the rock face at the falls. Available in three sizes—Small, Medium, and Large—with hand circumferences of 6, 7, and 8 inches respectively, these mitts are designed for advanced knitters seeking a refined, nature-inspired accessory.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The primary design element of the Narada Falls Mitts is the Slip Stitch Pattern, which creates strong vertical lines throughout the fabric that visually represent the flowing water of the waterfall. This stitch technique requires careful attention and precision, making it suitable for advanced-level knitters. The mitts are constructed using Stockinette Stitch as the foundation stitch for portions of the pattern, providing a smooth, classic knit fabric base. The combination of these stitches creates both visual interest and structural integrity in the finished mitts.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Narada Falls Mitts are crafted from Jorstad Creek Narfi, a premium two-ply lace-weight yarn composed of 100% Icelandic lambswool. This luxurious fiber choice provides exceptional warmth while remaining lightweight—a key characteristic of Icelandic wool. Each skein contains 250 yards (228 meters) and weighs 1.9 ounces (55 grams). The pattern requires two skeins to complete the mitts. The yarn is available in multiple colorway combinations, including Burgundy paired with Aqua, and True Black paired with Natural, allowing knitters to customize their finished project.

Needles and Equipment

Construction of the Narada Falls Mitts requires two sets of double-pointed needles. The smaller needles, US size 1.5 (2.5 mm), are used for sections worked at a gauge of 6 stitches per inch (2.5 cm) in Stockinette Stitch. The larger needles, US size 2 (2.75 mm), are employed for sections requiring a gauge of 8 stitches per inch (2.5 cm) in the Slip Stitch Pattern. Additional equipment includes 3 circular stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping, as well as scrap yarn for provisional cast-ons or securing stitches during construction.

Pattern Details and Difficulty

This is an advanced-level knitting pattern designed by Jann Hoppler and published by BK Collective. The advanced difficulty rating reflects the precision required for executing the Slip Stitch Pattern consistently and managing multiple needle sizes and gauge requirements throughout the project. Knitters should have solid experience with double-pointed needle techniques, stitch markers, and pattern reading before attempting this design.