Thula Mitts

Thula Mitts feature the Snowy Egret (scientific name Egretta thula) landing in marsh grass. Elegant and vivacious, these members of the heron family are social birds, often noted for their dramatic foraging and territorial displays. The design features a wide figurative panel on the back of each mitt, which wraps around to meet a narrower panel with a repeated motif on the palm side, as well as a feather-inspired border at the bottom. The pattern is recommended for knitters who have experience with stranded colorwork, reading from charts, and knitting in the round. The sample shown above was knit in Magpie Fibers Swanky Sock yarn (80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere and 10% Nylon).