Woodpigeon Mitts by Kristen Hanley Cardozo

Woodpigeon Mitts

Knitting
April 2011
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 5 - 3.75 mm
200 - 220 yards (183 - 201 m)
small, large
English
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Spring brings a host of avian life to the woods, and the sounds and sights of birds fill the usually quiet groves and thickets. The Woodpigeon Mitts take a simple feathered lace pattern inspired by some of the feathered occupants of the forest, and create a dramatic and dashing fitted mitt that is light and warm. The elbow length mitts can easily be shortened for a more everyday look, while the longer version hints at old movie star glamour and sophistication.

SIZE
Small, Large

MATERIALS

  • 2 skeins Malabrigo Silky Merino 51% Silk, 49% Merino; 150 yds per 50g skein - shown in Cape Cod Gray
  • 1 set U.S. size 5 (3.75 mm) dpns OR long circular needle for Magic Loop
  • tapestry needle

GAUGE
22 sts/30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Tech edited by Lauren Cross