The Alder mitts are designed for everyday
wear in colder weather. They combine
a clean shape with subtle surface detail.
The cuffs are worked in twisted rib for
a close, elastic fit that keeps the mitts comfortably
in place. The hand is worked in smooth
Stockinette stitch, allowing the cable pattern on
the back of the hand to stand out.

The mitts are worked in the round from the cuff
up, with the thumb shaped using gusset increases
for a natural and comfortable fit. The finger and
thumb openings are finished with simple ribbing,
creating a neat and practical edge.

SIZE
1 (2)
Circumference around the hand: 19 (24.5) cm /
7.5 (9.75) inches.
Length: Adjustable.

YARN

160 (180) m / 180 (200) yards of light fingering-
weight yarn held together with 160 (180) m / 180
(200) yards of lace-weight yarn such as mohair, or
160 (180) m / 180 (200) yards of sport-weight yarn.

Sample: 1 (2) balls of Filcolana Alva (100%
alpaca; 175m / 190 yards per 25 g), shown in the
colorway 383 and 1 ball of Filcolana Tilia (70%
mohair, 30% silk; 210 m / 230 yards per 25 g),
shown in colorway 336.

NEEDLES
3 mm / US 2.5 double pointed needles or a
circular needle with a cable suitable for small
circumference knitting.

GAUGE
26 sts and 32 rounds = 10 cm / 4 inches over the
cable pattern in the round, after blocking.
Note: Always use the needle size that gets you the
right gauge!

NOTIONS
Stitch markers, waste yarn, tapestry needle, cable
needle.