Cloudberries were the inspiration for this mitten - those little golden clusters that grow where the summer days are long and the winters frigid. The mittens are therefore named for the berry family that includes cloudberries, raspberries and blackberries.

An abstract rendition of cloudberries cradled in a twisted-stitch motif, these textural golden clusters evoke the warmth of the fruit on a backdrop of muted winter shades. The peaked mitten tip design is at once a symbol of shelter from the winter elements and a nod to the traditional Nordic mitten shape.

These mittens are quick to knit and the colour possibilities are endless. They make great gifts for friends and family, and best of all, they will keep your hands toasty warm.

This pattern has some written instructions and some charts, but the charts are not written out in full. It is suitable for intermediate and adventurous beginner knitters.

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SIZING:
Three sizes: Small, medium, large
Instructions given for S (M, L). Fit is exact, sizing up is recommended for layering or a more spacious mitten.

Small fits hands with the following measurements:
Palm circumference: 18 - 19 cm (7 - 7 ½“)
Length of thumb: 5.5 - 6 cm (2 ¼ - 2 ½”)
Length of hand: 16 - 19 cm (6 ½ - 7 ½“)

Medium fits hands with the following measurements:
Palm circumference: 19 - 20 cm (7 ½ - 8”)
Length of thumb: 6 - 6.5 cm (2 ½“)
Length of hand: 18 - 21 cm (7 ½ - 8”)

Large fits hands with the following measurements:
Palm circumference: 20 - 23 cm (8 - 9”)
Length of thumb: 6.5 - 7 cm (2 ¾“)
Length of hand: 20 - 23 cm (8 - 9”)

Gauge:
10 stitches and 14 rows in 2” x 2” stockinette, after blocking.

Notions:
Darning needle
Stitch marker
Scrap Yarn

Yarn:
3 colours of worsted weight yarn

Colours used in the pattern are:
Main colour: Briggs & Little Heritage in Sheep’s Grey (145 yds)
Contrast colour 1 : Briggs & Little Regal in Copper (~30 yds)
Contrast colour 2: Briggs & Little Heritage in Gold (< 20 yds)

I am grateful the lovely test knitters who were so generous with their time and creativity, please check out their beautiful projects for some inspiration: zeawulf, mywoolmitten, yellowboat, BOWMANVILLE and PamKossowan

These mittens have been tested, but if you have a problem with the pattern, I’m here to help. Please reach me through Ravelry (username: natalilie)