These beautifully intricate mitts are the perfect project for advanced knitters. Knit stitch chains cross and interlock on a mesh background. The complexity of the stitches engages the mind, and the stretchiness of the fabric means the finished mitts should fit most adults. These Mitts match my Chain Link Hat Pattern and my soon-to-be-published Chain Link Boot Cuffs, Chain Link Socks, and Chain Link Cowl Patterns. Why not make a whole outfit?

Yarn: DK weight, approx. 119 yds (109 m) to 240 yds (220 m). Sample shown used 178 yds (163 m) and worked the Added Length Repeat once. Each Added Length Repeat worked uses approximately 60 yds (55 m) of yarn.

Shown in: Mineville Wool Project, 100% Merino DK single, #1504 Polyjuice Potion, 219 yds (200 m) per skein. One skein used.

Needles: one set U.S. size 6 (4.0 mm) double pointed needles.

Optional extra needles: U.S. Size 5 (3.75 mm) or U.S. Size 4 (3.5 mm) double pointed needles (DPNs) for ribbing. I personally don’t use a smaller needle for ribbing, and the samples shown don’t use one, but I know a lot of knitters prefer to use a smaller ribbing needle.

Gauge: In body pattern 24 stitches and 40 rows, worked in the round and unblocked = 4 in. x 4 in (10 cm x 10 cm).

Notions: cable needle, BOR marker, tapestry needle.

Finished Measurements: 7.5” (19 cm) circumference, blocked. Length is 6” (15 cm) at minimum, but can be as long as you want! Sample shown is 9.5”(24 cm) long, blocked.

Techniques Used:Knits, Purls, Knitting through the back loop, Twists, Cables, Yarn Overs, Decreases, Slipped Stitches and Moved Markers.