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Orkney Winds
Sizes
1 (2)
Finished Measurements
Palm circumference of the mitt: 18.5 (20) cm / 7.3 (7.9) in
Mitts should be made with 0–2 cm (0–0.8 in) negative ease. Sample shown in size 2 on palm with 20 cm (7.9 in) circumference.
Length (with folded hem): 32 cm / 12.6 in
Note: These fingerless mitts are designed to be a little loose on the hands and forearms. If you like a tighter fit, choose smaller size and you can even choose smaller needles.
Gauge
21 sts and 33 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) in pattern (k1tbl, p2), knit on 3.25 mm (US 3) needles, washed and blocked
Yarn Requirements
135 (145) m / 148 (159) yd / 70 (76) g DK weight yarn in color A
125 (135) m / 137 (148) yd / 56 (60) g DK weight yarn in color B
Needles
3.25 mm (US 3) circular needles, with 80 cm (32 in) or 100 cm (40 in) cable for magic loop for the mitts
3.0 mm (US 2.5) circular needles, with 80 cm (32 in) or 100 cm (40 in) cable for magic loop for the thumb
Notions
3 stitch markers
Piece of yarn, spare cable or stitch holder for putting aside the thumb sts
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Yarn used for the sample
Color A: Malabrigo Rios, 100 % superwash merino (192 m / 213 yd / 100 g)
Color B: Zufibres Platinum DK, 75 % superwash merino, 25 % nylon (225 m / 250 yd / 100 g)
Colorways shown:
Color A: Cielo y Tierra
Color B: Flash Beach
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