Knitted Baby Mittens
Knitted baby mittens are not just adorable, they're also incredibly practical for keeping those tiny hands cozy and warm. Whether you're looking for a sweet gift for a new parent or wanting to add a touch of cuteness to your little one's outfit, these pint-sized mittens are a must-have. The soft yarn and delicate stitching make them comfortable to wear, and they come in a variety of colors and patterns to suit any style. Plus, the elastic cuffs ensure a secure fit, so you won't have to worry about them slipping off during playtime. So go ahead and treat the little bundle of joy in your life to a pair of these charming knitted baby mittens – they're sure to be a hit!
Size: 0-3 months [3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years]
Gauge
22 stitches and 28 rows=10cm (stockinette stitch in the round) using 4mm needles
Materials
3.25mm dpns
4mm dpns
Yarn needle(for seaming)
20g Double knitting yarn (main colour and contrasting colour). I used West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab (hand dyed by me)
Knitting terms
K = knit
P= Purl
M= Make (pick up the loop between the 2 stitches and knit through the back)
K3TOG= Knit 3 together
K3TOGTBL= Knit 3 together through the back loop
INSTRUCTIONS (make 2)
Using 3.25mm dpns, cast on 26 [28, 30, 32stitches]. Work 18 [22, 22, 26] rows of 1 x 1 rib.
Next row: K3 [9, 3, 4], M1, (K7 [10, 5, 8], M1) 3 [1, 5, 3] times, K2 [9, 2, 4]. 30 [30, 36, 36] stitches.
Change to 4mm dpns.
Working stockinette stitch, knit 14 [18, 20, 24] rows.
Shape Top:
Row 1: K3togtbl, K8 [8, 11,11], K3tog, K1, K3togtbl, K8 [8, 11,11], K3tog, K1. 22 [22, 28, 28] stitches.
Row 2: Knit
Row 3: K3togtbl, K4 [4, 7,7], K3tog, K1, K3togtbl, K4 [4, 7,7], K3tog, K1. 14 [14, 20, 20] stitches.
For 6-12 months and 1-2 years sizes only
Row 4: Knit
Row 5: K3togtbl, K3, K3tog, K1, K3togtbl, K3, K3tog. 13 stitches.
For all sizes
Break yarn leaving a tail, pull through the remaining sts with a tapestry needle, pull through to inside and weave in end.