Product Description
These mittens, knit in sport weight yarn, feature colorwork motifs that are relatively simple yet engaging, for new and experienced knitters alike. WOOLGATHERER is two designs in one—it includes colorwork charts for two different mitten backs (with both mittens styles using the same motif on the palms). This pattern is written for one size, but can easily be adapted to a variety of smaller or larger sizes by adjusting the gauge with different yarn weights and/or needle sizes. There are also instructions for knitting fingerless mitts, great for autumn and spring, or when your hands need just a little extra warmth.
27 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches of stranded colorwork (with finished mittens measuring 8 inches in circumference and 10.5 inches in length.) For larger or smaller mittens, simply adjust needle size or yarn weight.
Woolgatherer Mittens by Heidi Reszies
What is Being Made
Woolgatherer is a downloadable knitting pattern for mittens featuring colorwork motifs, designed by Heidi Reszies and published by Folkcity Fiber Studio. The pattern includes two distinct mitten designs in one, offering knitters flexibility and variety. Both mitten styles utilize the same colorwork motif on the palms while featuring two different options for the mitten backs. Additionally, the pattern provides instructions for knitting fingerless mitts, making this a versatile project suitable for multiple seasons and temperature needs.
Techniques and Stitches
This intermediate-level knitting pattern employs stranded colorwork techniques, which involve knitting with two colors simultaneously to create engaging motifs. The colorwork is designed to be relatively simple yet engaging, making it accessible for both new and experienced knitters. The pattern utilizes colorwork charts to guide knitters through the two-color stranded knitting process on both the palm sections and the back sections of the mittens.
The gauge for this project is 27 stitches and 29 rows over 4 inches when working stranded colorwork. This gauge specification is essential for achieving proper fit and is worked in the round, as is typical for mitten construction.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Woolgatherer mittens are designed to be knitted using sport weight yarn. The sample mittens pictured in the pattern were created using Folkcity Fiber Studio Homestead, a naturally dyed, rustic sport weight wool. The pattern requires 50 grams each of two colors (Color 1 and Color 2), providing sufficient yardage for completing the mittens.
Pattern Flexibility and Sizing
While the pattern is written for one standard size, it can be easily adapted to accommodate a variety of smaller or larger sizes by adjusting the gauge through the use of different yarn weights and/or needle sizes. This adaptability makes the pattern suitable for knitters seeking to customize the mittens for different hand sizes and preferences.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Heidi Reszies |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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