These stranded colorwork mitts came about as a sudden inspiration to make something to keep my hands cozy while knitting (or trying too!) on my walks to work at my LYS, Starlight Knitting Society.

Naturally, I reached for two of the SOFTEST bulky yarns I could get at the shop and started to see how I could combine them to show them both off. They are so light and cozy, like little clouds for your hands!

The Thimbleberry Mitts knit up so quickly and with just a bit of a challenge to maintain the alternating 1x1 colorwork pattern. They will keep an intermediate knitter entertained with just the right amount of intricacy in exchange for the lovely effect.

Sizes: While the design is unisex the pattern is currently written for ONE SIZE, a finished hand circumference of 6.25” with 1” negative ease, i.e. an excellent fit on a hand with ~7.25” circumference.

Suggested Yarn: Woolfolks Fleck Bulky + Manos del Uruguays Franca are a perfect pair for this project. But you can use any soft, bulky yarn on hand that gives you the correct gauge.

Yardage: MC: Approximately 45 yards CC: Approximately 30 yards

Suggested Needles: Size US 13, 9.00mm Circulars for Magic Loop or DPNs

Gauge: 12 stitches and 13 rows per 4”

Notions: 3 large stitch markers, large size tapestry needle, & scissors. (optional: large stitch holder)

Techniques to Know/Learn:

• Ribbing

• Knitting in the Round (small circumference)

• Stranded Colorwork

• Picking up Stitches

• Increasing + Decreasing Stitches

• Thumb Gusset Shaping

• (OPTIONAL): Magic Loop

• (OPTIONAL): 1x1 Tubular Cast-On