The ’Blooming Orchid’ double layer mittens are worked in the round from the bottom up. However, this is not double knitting as you might think.
First, you will knit a pair of the inside mittens in stockinette stitch (inner layer). Next, you will knit a pair of the upper mittens (outer layer) in a lace pattern on the back of the hand, and in stockinette stitch on the palm side. Thus, you’ll have got four details in total. To finish, you will need to insert one detail into another and join them together, for each pair of mittens.
The double-layered mittens turn out very warm and cozy. They will keep your hands warm, especially during the severe winter frosts. Your hands will be forever grateful to you when you knit these mittens.

The pattern includes both charts and pattern instructions. Also, a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial is included.

Size: Fits 17–19 cm (6 ¾–7 ½″) around the hand at the widest point; palm length is 18 cm (7″).

The two yarn-weight options are available, the choice is yours:

1. Menka Mink Yarn (90% mink, 10% nylon; 350 m (382 yds) / 50 g);
2. Piu Bella Angora Spike Regina Plus (80% angora, 20% polyamide; 125 m (137 yds) / 25 g).

If you prefer another brand, be sure to test the gauge to make sure that an adjustment is not necessary as you substitute one yarn for another. Changing the yarn weight will change the size and appearance of the finished project as well as change the amount of yarn required.

Materials:
 size 2.0 mm 2.5 mm DPNs; size 2.5 mm 3.0 mm DPNs;
 60 g of yarn;
 waste yarn for provisional cast on;
 two safety pins (stitch holders);
 darning (tapestry) needle;
 stitch markers;
 scissors.

Gauge: 28 26 stitches and 36 33 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch, measured after wet blocking.
Gauge varies from knitter to knitter and strongly depends on your individual manner of knitting. Before you start, it is recommended to knit a swatch to determine your gauge. Go up or down in needle size or yarn weight until you are satisfied with the result.

Stitches and Techniques:
 Stockinette Stitch in the round;
 Orchid Lace Stitch;
 Double Yarn Over;
 Head to Head Grafting / Kitchener Stitch.

This pattern is intended for your personal use only. Please respect the copyrights. I appreciate you purchasing this pattern. Sending positivity and light! Happy knitting!

Варежки “Орхидея”. Варежки двойные. Внешняя часть украшена изящным ажурным узором.

Размер на среднюю женскую руку. Окружность ладони 17-18 см, длина ладони 18 см.

Описание подробное, включает в себя:

• поэтапные фото
• схемы
• текстовые пояснения
• мини фото мастер-класс по вязанию двойного накида.