Cozy Ribbed Mittens

These cozy ribbed mittens are perfect for keeping your hands warm and chic during the colder months. They are made with a soft yarn and feature a lovely ribbed texture that adds interest and stretch. Follow this detailed pattern to create a pair of mittens that are not only functional but also fashionable.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn (approximately 150 yards), light brown or taupe color
• US size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles
• US size 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles (optional for fingers)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge

20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in ribbing pattern (k1, p1).

Abbreviations

• k = knit
• p = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd(s) = round(s)
• CO = cast on
• BO = bind off

Instructions

Making the Cuff

1. Using the US size 8 needles, cast on 36 stitches.
2. Join to work in the round being careful not to twist stitches.
3. Ribbing Round 1: *k1, p1; repeat from * around (36 stitches total).
4. Continue ribbing (k1, p1) for 8 inches, or until desired cuff length is achieved.

Making the Hand

1. After completing the cuff, knit 10 rounds in stockinette stitch (knit every round).
2. For the thumb hole, knit 6 stitches, then place the next 6 stitches on a stitch holder or spare yarn (this will be the thumb area).
3. Continue knitting in the round until you reach a total of 18 rounds for the hand.

Shaping the Top of the Mittens

1. Beginning with the next round, *k4, k2tog; repeat from * around (30 stitches total).
2. Knit 1 round.
3. *K3, k2tog; repeat from * around (24 stitches total).
4. Knit 1 round.
5. *K2, k2tog; repeat from * around (18 stitches total).
6. Knit 1 round.
7. *K1, k2tog; repeat from * around (12 stitches total).
8. Knit 1 round.
9. K2tog around (6 stitches total).

Closing the Top

1. Cut the yarn leaving a long tail and pull through the remaining stitches to close.
2. Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Thumb Construction

1. Transfer the stitches from the stitch holder back onto the needles.
2. Using the US size 8 needles, knit 6 rounds in the round for the thumb.
3. Shape the thumb: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * around (4 stitches total).
4. Cut the yarn leaving a tail and pull through the remaining stitches to close the thumb.
5. Weave in all ends.

Finishing

Your cozy ribbed mittens are now complete! They make an excellent gift or a lovely treat for yourself. Enjoy wearing your handmade creation!