Hedgehog Mittens by Mayu Sejima

Hedgehog Mittens

Knitting
March 2026
both are used in this pattern
yarn held together
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
164 - 241 yards (150 - 220 m)
Adult
English
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Meet your cold-weather companions: the Hedgehog Mittens ✨

These charming mittens are designed to bring a little woodland magic to your everyday winter wardrobe.

They’re worked seamlessly from the cuff, with a unique construction that lets you knit the spikes and belly separately—then join them as you go (no sewing everything together at the end :raised_hands: ). And yes, there are step-by-step photos to guide you through it all.

Whether you’re wandering through crisp autumn woods or braving frosty mornings, they’ll keep you warm with a touch of whimsy.


Written pattern with visual instruction

Size: Adult
baby/child-sized pattern writing in progress!

Materials:
Spike: DROPS Alaska (Cinnamon) 50g
Belly: DROPS Alaska (Off White) 50g + DROPS Kid-silk (Marzipan) 25g
Ears/Muzzle: DROPS Alaska (Sand) 10g
You can use any worsted yarn with/without silk mohair

Gauge: 10cm(4”) = 16 sts x 24 rows in stockinette

Needles and Notions:
4mm/4.5mm DPNs
tapestry needle
row counter(optional)

Level:
Intermediate ★★★