Seriously Chunky Mitts UK Terms

Seriously Chunky Mitts by Faye Lamb

What is Being Made

The Seriously Chunky Mitts are a pair of crocheted mittens designed for adult wear in two size options: Small-Medium and Medium-Large. These mittens feature a contemporary chunky aesthetic, created using metallic yarn that adds visual interest and a touch of shimmer to the finished garments. The pattern includes instructions for both right and left gloves, ensuring a properly fitted pair.

Crochet Techniques Used

This intermediate-level crochet project employs several fundamental techniques to construct the mittens. The pattern begins with a foundation chain and uses turning rows to build the initial structure, transitioning into rounds to shape the hand portion of each mitt. Working through back loops only is utilized in specific rows to create texture and definition. The pattern also incorporates folding and joining techniques, where sections are folded together and worked through both loops simultaneously to create seams and secure edges. Slip stitches are used to join rounds and complete structural elements.

Stitches Used

The Seriously Chunky Mitts pattern relies on a limited but effective stitch vocabulary suited to chunky yarn work:

• Double Crochet (dc) – The primary stitch used throughout the pattern, forming the base fabric of the mittens
• Extended Double Crochet (Edc) – A special stitch specific to this pattern, created by inserting the hook into a stitch, drawing up a loop, yarning over and pulling through one loop, then yarning over and pulling through the remaining two loops. This stitch adds height and visual texture to the hand sections
• Chain Stitch (ch) – Used for foundation chains and turning chains throughout the pattern
• Slip Stitch (ss) – Employed to join rounds and secure the structure

Materials and Tools

The Seriously Chunky Mitts are designed to work with Cygnet Seriously Chunky Metallics yarn, a chunky-weight yarn supplied in 100g skeins with approximately 48 meters of yardage per skein. One skein is sufficient to complete the entire pair of mittens. Hook sizes vary by intended wearer size: a 10mm crochet hook is recommended for Adult Medium-Large sizing, while a 9mm crochet hook is recommended for Adult Small-Medium sizing. The smaller hook creates a slightly tighter fabric appropriate for the smaller size range.

Finished Dimensions

The mittens are available in two finished sizes to accommodate different hand measurements. Small-Medium mittens measure approximately 16cm in length by 9cm in width, while Medium-Large mittens measure approximately 16cm in length by 11cm in width. These dimensions reflect the hand and wrist coverage provided by the completed garments.