Astaire Mitts by Alison Green

Astaire Mitts

Knitting
July 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in pattern stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
152 yards (139 m)
Approximately (7, 8)" / (18, 20.5) cm around x 7" / 18 cm long.
English
This pattern is available from berroco.com for $6.00.

Classically elegant and bursting with texture, the Astaire mitts add a sophisticated touch to any winter ensemble. Worked seamlessly in the round, they offer comfort and style, keeping you cozy while looking chic too.

Stitch pattern is both charted and written out.

SIZES
(1, 2)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately (7, 8)“ / (18, 20.5) cm around x 7” / 18 cm long.

Shown in size 2 (8” / 20.5 cm).

YARN 
BERROCO MIRELLE (100 g): 1 hank #11803 Swiss Coffee

NEEDLES and NOTIONS
1 set each double-pointed needles, or preferred needles for working small circumferences, sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 8 / 5 mm or size to obtain gauge
Stitch markers (one a different color for BOR), waste yarn to hold stitches

GAUGE
16 sts and 28 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in Pattern Stitch using larger needles
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.