The Crystal mittens have attractive geometric motifs resembling crystals. They have a rhythm that will make you want to knit one more round again and again. The color work creates a double layer of yarn that helps to increase the mittens density.

These mittens allow for amazing color combinations. If you are looking for a modern and provocative look, the high contrast of colors will contribute to this. If you prefer a classic look, you can choose more neutral shades.

With a traditional construction and dense fabric, they will certainly keep your hands warm in winter. In addition to its functionality, this beautiful and spectacular model will bring a playful touch to your winter look. They can also be a great hand-knitted gift.

The mittens are knitted in a circle from bottom to top. Thumbs are shaped via a side gore construction for a snug, anatomical fit. When you increase to the full number of thumb stitches, you will place this section of waste yarn, returning later to work the thumb separately from the rest of the hand. The mittens start with an I-cord and thus they get a clean finish.

Both mittens are the same - the same instructions and charts are used for the left and right mitten.

A great addition to Crystal Mittens can be the Crystal Cowl, which has the same geometric motifs.

MATERIALS

YARDAGE

Approximately 50 gr or 137 yards Main color (MC) and 39 gr or 107 yards Contrasting color (CC) of Sport weight yarn.

1 balls of MC and 1 balls of CC.

YARN

Performance Merino Delight (Sport weight)

100% Merino wool

(1 ball – 50 gr, 125 m, 137 yards)

PATTERN DETAILS

GAUGE

32 sts /36 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) with needles in stocking stitch after Wet Blocking.

NEEDLES

Size 3 mm (US 2.5) or size needed to obtain gauge (double-pointed knitting needles or a large circular if using Magic Loop Method).

FINISHED DIMENSIONS

Hand circumference, above thumb (unstretched): 20 cm (8“).

Length: 27 cm (10.7“).

Measurements taken from relaxed fabric after Wet Blocking.

SIZE

Adult. One size.

TECHNIQUES

I-Cord Cast On Method

Backward Loop Cast On Method

PLEASE NOTE

The mittens are worked in the round.

Pattern stitches are both written and charted.

The mittens are photographed in color 1002 (MC) and 1016 (CC).

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