Fitted Mittens

These mittens are worked in the round in a super bulky weight merino wool. They are quick and easy, not to mention warm and soft. The cuff is ribbed and the hand and thumb are shaped at the top with decreases for a snug fit. The side thumb gusset allows each mitten to be worn on either hand. Pattern instructions are written. Yarn requirements: approximately 50 yd (46 m), 80 yd (73 m), or 100 yd (92 m) of super bulky weight yarn. Pattern is written for Madelinetosh A.S.A.P. but works great with Malabrigo Rasta, shown here in Zarzamora. Two skeins are required for the large size, one for small or medium. Sizes: Small (Children’s) - 6.5 in (16.5 cm) hand circumference. Length: 8 in (20 cm) or as desired; Medium (Women’s) - 7.5 in (19 cm) hand circumference. Length 9.5 in (24 cm) or as desired; Large (Men’s) - 8.5 in (21.5 cm) hand circumference. Length 11.5 in (29 in) or as desired. Skills required: knitting in the round, increasing, decreasing, picking up stitches, Back