Knitted Basic Gloves

Knitted basic gloves are a must-have accessory for chilly days! These cozy gloves not only keep your hands warm but also add a touch of style to your outfit. Whether you're running errands or enjoying a winter wonderland, these gloves are the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. With their soft knit fabric and snug fit, you'll find yourself reaching for them every time you step out the door. Say goodbye to cold hands and hello to toasty warmth with a pair of knitted basic gloves!

Yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love in Cinnabar

Needles: Size US 5 double point knitting needles, size US 6 double point knitting needles

Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches with size US 6 needles in stockinette stitch

Size: Women’s one size

Pattern instructions:

Right glove:

For the Cuff:

** Cast on 42 sts with the smaller needles. Divide evenly onto 3 needles. Join in round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Place marker.

Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 4 inches.

Change to larger needles and knit 7 rounds. **

Shape the Right Thumb Gusset:

Round 1: Knit 22 sts. Kfb in each of next 2 sts. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 2 and alternate rounds: Knit across.

Round 3: Knit 22. Kfb. K2. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 5: Knit 22. Kfb. K4. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 7: Knit 22. Kfb. K6. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 9: Knit 22. Kfb. K8. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd. (52 sts)

Round 11: Knit 22. Kfb. K10. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd. (54 sts)

Next round: Knit.

Next round: Knit 36. Slip last 14 sts onto length of yarn (thumb opening). Knit to end of rnd.

***Next Round: Knit to end of rnd, casting on 2 sts over slipped sts. (42 sts)

Knit in rnds until work after ribbing measures 4 inches.

For the 1st Finger:

Knit first 14 sts. Slip these sts onto a length of yarn. Knit 14 sts. Cast on 2 sts. Divide these 16 sts onto 3 needles. Join in round. Knit to end of the round. Knit in rnds until finger measures 2 1/2 inches.

Shape top:

Next round: (K2tog) 8 times (8 sts)

Next round: (K2tog) 4 times. (4 sts)

Break yarn, leaving a long end. Thread end through remaining sts. Pull to tighten and fasten securely.

To Make 2nd Finger:

Slip next 5 sts from the length of yarn. Turn. Cast on 2 sts. Turn. Knit last 5 sts. Pick up and knit 2 sts at base of first finger. Divide these 14 sts onto 3 needles. Join in rnd. Knit to end of rnd. Knit in rnds until 2nd finger measures 2 3/4 inches.

Shape Top:

Next round: (K2tog) 7 times. (7 sts)

Next round: Knit.

Next round: (K2tog) 3 times. Knit 1. (4 sts)

Break yarn leaving a long end. Thread end through remaining sts. Pull to tighten and fasten securely.

To Make the 3rd Finger:

Slip next 5 sts from the length of yarn. Turn. Cast on 2 sts. Turn. Knit last 5 sts. Pick up and knit 2 sts at base of second finger. Divide these 14 sts onto 3 needles. Join in rnd. Knit to end of rnd.

Knit in rounds until 3rd finger measures 2 1/2 inches.

Shape Top:

Next round: (K2tog) 7 sts. (7 sts)

Next round: Knit.

Next round: (K2tog) 3 times. Knit 1. (4 sts)

Break yarn leaving a long end. Thread end through remaining sts. Pull to tighten and fasten securely.

To Make the 4th Finger:

Slip last 8 sts from thread. Pick up and knit 3 sts at base of third finger. Divide these 11 sts onto 3 needles. Join in rnd. Knit to end of rnd. Knit in rounds until the 4th finger measures 2 inches.

Shape Top:

Next round: (K2tog) 5 times. Knit 1. (6 sts)

Break yarn leaving a long end. Thread end through remaining sts. Pull to tighten and fasten securely.

Thumb:

Join yarn to base of thumb, pick up and knit 2 sts. Knit 14 sts from length of yarn. Divide these 14 sts. onto 3 needles.

Knit in rnds until work from pick up rnd measures 2 1/4 inches.

Next round: (K2. K2tog) 4 times. 12 sts.

Next round: (K1. K2tog) 4 times. (K2tog) (9 sts)

Next round: (K2tog) 4 times. (4 sts)

Break yarn leaving a long end. Thread end through remaining sts. Pull to tighten and fasten securely.***

LEFT GLOVE:

Work from ** to ** as given for Right Glove, ending before Shape thumb gusset.

Shape Left Thumb Gusset:

Round 1: Knit 18. Kfb in each of next 2 sts. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 2 and alternate rounds: Knit.

Round 3: Knit 18. Kfb. K2. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 5: Knit 18. Kfb. K4. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 7: Knit 18. Kfb. K6. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd.

Round 9: Knit 18. Kfb. K8. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd. (52 sts)

Round 11: Knit 18. Kfb. K10. Kfb. Knit to end of rnd. (54 sts)

Next round: Knit.

Next round: Knit 32. Slip last 14 sts onto length of yarn (thumb opening). Knit to end of rnd.

Work from *** to *** as given for Right Glove.