What appears to be a complicated colorwork technique is really just a simple slip stitch cable pattern on these stretchy, easy to knit Orchid Mitts. You only have to work with one color at a time and the mitts are knit flat, leaving an opening for the thumb in the seam. It’s a great way to try out our lovely new Northampton Sport.

Finished Sizes:
about 7” around - stretches to fit most women’s hands

Yarn:
1 sk each of Valley Yarns Northampton Sport (100% Wool, 50g/164 yds)- this yarn has been discontinued - colors Twilight Heather (color A) and Raspberry Heather (color B)

or

Valley Yarns Bromley (85% Cashmere/ 15% Super Kid Mohair, 25g/96yds ) 2 skeins in color #23 Light Blue, Mint; 1 skein in color #09 Natural (B)

Needles:
US size 3 (3.25 mm) needles or size needed to get gauge

Gauge:
8 sts = 1” in stitch pattern
6.5 sts = 1” in St st