Chestnut Mittens are fingerless mittens knitted in the round on double-pointed needles and have a simple 2x2 ribbing. The hand is knit in stockinette stitch with increases for the thumb gusset, which gives the mitten a nice fit. These fingerless mittens are an incredibly beginner-friendly project.
Sizes: Children from age 6 and up (women) men.
Length: Approx. 20 (21.5) 24.5 cm.
Suggested needle size: 4.5 mm double-pointed or circular needles.
Furthermore, you will need: 1 tapestry needle, stitch markers (or scrap yarn), and, if needed, a row counter to keep track of the rounds.
Gauge: Approx. 20 sts x 26 rounds on 4.5 mm needles = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch.
