Might Mitts – Crochet Fingerless Gloves

Pattern Notes

General Notes

• Please read through the pattern and all associated notes before starting your project
• This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology (UK equivalents are given in brackets in the abbreviations list)
• Numbers at the end of a row / round indicate the number of stitches in that row / round and are only given at the start of a section or where there is a change
• Turning chains do not count as stitches
• Unless otherwise indicated, stitches should be worked in consecutive stitches
• The first stitch of each row / round should be worked into the top of the last stitch from the previous row / round, unless otherwise indicated
• When working in rounds, ensure you do not work into the slip stitch used to join the previous round 
• Instructions written after *asterisks should be repeated as indicated 
• The terms ‘mitts’, ‘fingerless gloves’ and ‘wrist-warmers’ are used interchangeably here

Construction

• The Mighty Mitts are crocheted in rounds from the wrist up towards the fingers, working in rows and leaving a gap int the thumbhole section
• Cuffs are added to the top and bottom and to the thumbhole
• The thumb, wrist and finger cuffs are all made using the same technique of working rows of single crochet in the back loop only at right angles around the body of the mitt
• Each glove is the same as the other so there are no left or right hand adaptions

Skill Level

The crochet wrist warmer pattern uses simple stitches (half double crochet and single crochet in US terms) throughout.

You’ll crochet in turned rounds and rows and uses the back loop only to create a ribbed effect.

The cuff for the thumb requires crocheting into row-ends.

The gloves are worked from the wrists up, starting with a chainless foundation row.

You’ll also add an easy crochet ribbing to the openings of the cloves. You can learn more about the ‘join as you go’ crochet ribbing method I love to use here.

Materials

Crochet Hook

You’ll need a 4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. I used my trusty clover amour

Yarn Requirements

The pair of fingerless crochet gloves use approximately 55-65g / 125-150m double knit wool / acrylic yarn or blend of the two (depending on the size you work).

The crochet sample pictured used West Yorkshire Spinners Colour Lab DK, 100% Wool. 100g ball = 225m / 248yds

• Yarn A: Woodland Awakening – Zandra Rhodes collaboration (shade 1031) for the body 
• Yarn B: True Blue (shade 111) for the cuffs and thumb.

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Measurements and Finished Size

The pattern is worked from wrist up and is written to include Women’s Small, Medium and Large, though the pattern itself is gender neutral and easy to adjust for a custom fit.

The approximate sizes of the finished items are given below in cm in the order Small (Medium, Large);

• Wrist Circumference: 15(16.5, 18)cm
• Knuckle Circumference: 18(19.5, 21)cm
• Length (including cuffs): 19(19, 20)cm

You can learn more about hand sizing fro crochet gloves and mittens here.

Size notes and adjustments

• The size labels are fairly arbitrary so I recommend choosing based on the circumference of the hand at the knuckles
• The gloves should be cosy but never too tight or in any way uncomfortable or restrictive
• Try on your gloves as you work to check the size is suitable and ensure they are fit for purpose
• Although the sizes are based on women’s standard sizing measurements, the pattern is gender neutral
• You could customise the fit around the hand by making increases or decreases on either side of the glove
• You could customise the length by adding or removing rows in the appropriate section
• If you make modifications to the pattern, make sure you write them down so you can repeat the same thing on the second glove
• Instructions for different sizes are written in increasing order, with the smallest size first and larger sizes following in brackets, i.e. S(M, L) Stitches, Rows / Rounds
• The item you see pictured is a size S
• These gloves are intended for adults only

Stitches & Abbreviations: US terms 

(UK Equivalent in Brackets)

• BLO = back loop only
• ch = chain
• fhdc = foundation half double crochet (UK foundation half treble) – see special stitches
• hdc = half double crochet (UK half treble crochet)
• inc = increase – denotes increase round
• rep = repeat
• RS = right side
• sc = single crochet (UK double crochet)
• ss = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• WS = wrong side
• yo = yarn over

Gauge

19 sts and 18 rows in 10cm of the stitch pattern (repeat rounds 2 and 3 for pattern) using a 4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.

Learn how to make and measure a gauge swatch here

Other features

These are designed so that the cuff can be worn long, as pictured or so you can fold the cuff over to expose more of your fingers.

The ribbed texture makes them extra thick so they are really warm and toasty. 

The best bit about fingerless mitts, you can still use your phone whilst you’re out and about. 

No more pulling off one glove with your teeth and then dropping it in a puddle whilst you try to reply to that message, or take a photo whilst you’re out in the cold!