In the 12th-15th centuries, 2 dragons together represented guardians and were believed to protect sacred spaces. Consider these mittens as guardians of your sacred selves.  This design is a collaboration with Republic of Yarnia. Dr. MRO, who owns Republic of Yarnia, is a literary historian who specializes in the Middle Ages. When she asked me to work with her on a medieval dragon theme I couldn’t resist. You know I love history and fantasy! Our inspiration was drawn from an image found in a 15th century text called The Dutch Book of Hours.

These mittens are knit with an optional ribbed cuff to fold into the mitten or to wear under the sleeve for extra warmth, Latvian braid cuff, and a thumb gusset. This pattern includes directions and charts for 3 sizes 7½ (8, 9) inches/19 (20, 22.5) cm circumference. To determine your size, measure around your knuckles and choose the size that gives you a small amount of positive ease.

YARN USED in photo:
MC: Republic of Yarnia Sock fingering yarn, 75% superwash merino wool/ 25% nylon, 400 m/100g, Mansa Musa’s Pale Gold (cream)
CC: Republic of Yarnia Sock fingering yarn, 75% superwash merino wool/ 25% nylon, 400 m/100g, L’ouverture Sapphire (blue)

YARDAGE USED (Approx.):
MC: 145 (189, 230) yds/ 108 (138, 168) m
CC: 167 (220, 268) yds/ 146 (185, 224 ) m

TOOLS:
US1 (2.25mm) dpns or circular needles for preferred method of knitting, or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch/Place Markers
Waste yarn or stitch holder for thumb sts
Tapestry Needle

GAUGE: after blocking, over pattern, knit in the round: 40 st x 42 rounds = 4 inches (10cm)

This pattern has been tech edited by Sigrun Jones and tested by volunteers.