For many people around the world, the woods are a special, almost holy place. From Japan comes the concept of a Shinrin-­yoku, or “forest bathing” - going out into the woods and immersing yourself in the healing energies of nature - what a lovely thought! The Fox in the Forest mittens are perfect for anyone who loves to go for long walks in the woods. They have lots of fun colours and shapes to keep the knitter engaged, and duplicate stitches are used to add extra details.

One size. Finished and blocked mittens measure:
Length: approx. 25 cm/9.8”.
Circumference: approx. 18 cm/7.1”.
Size can be adjusted by using smaller or larger sized needles.

Yarn:

Used in sample:
MC: Socki Fine A048 (Dark Grey Melange)
CC1: Arwetta 138 (Geranium Red)
CC2: Arwetta 352 (Red Squirrel)
CC3: Mayflower 1 class 2013 (Bronze Green)
CC4: Sirdar Country Classic 4-ply 967 (Forest Green)
CC5: Sirdar Country Classic 4-ply 950 (White)

Approximate weight needed (if sticking to gauge):
MC: 40 g
CC1: 10 g
CC2: 10 g
CC3: 10 g
CC4: 10 g
CC5: 10 g

(One ball of yarn: 50 g = 210 meters/230 yards). Or any other yarn of the same weight, pre­ferably a woolmix for socks, for better durability.

Needles:

Magic loop or double pointed needles size 2 mm/US 0 and 2.5 mm/US 1.5 or whichever size needle is suitable for achieving gauge or change size. If you use magic loop, a cable of about 60-80 cm/25-30” is sufficient.

Other materials needed:

Darning needle and scissors
A piece of scrap yarn

Gauge for colourwork:

Approx. 34 st/38 rows = 10 cm/4”.

Pattern is available in English and Swedish.

Techniques used: Stranded Colourwork, Kitchener Stitch, duplicate stitching.