A couple of bloggers asked about the fingerless mittens in the last post.
One pointed out that I hadn’t mentioned yarn or needles.
Oops – that was a slight slip up on my part.
I use 8ply/DK – size 4mm/UK8 needles and cast on 34 stitches – it knits up quickly and isn’t too bulky on the hands. The pattern is for an adult ladies hand but you will most likely find it will need to be a bit bigger in the wrist for a man so just add more stitches – because I use 2×2 rib I add in multples of two – then knit the stocking stitch part longer
It usually takes just under 50grms for a pair and I normally just use acrylic but if you can find resonably priced pure wool then go for it as they will be deliciously warm.
Hope that helps
Cathy

I absolutely need some of those fingerless mittens. What if we don't knit. Do you sell them?
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You are going to have everyone knitting! :-)I must say, I really love Magoo, I usually don't have the sound on, on my comp, and it was a delightful surprise to hear him today!
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I love the fingerless gloves, I made a pair in red. Because red keeps you warmer. They are so easy anyone can learn to make them. Are we going to be warm or what!
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Thanks Cathy, I shall have a go at making them… in my multicoloured style :D)
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Ah, yes, thank you for the inspiration. I haven't made fingerless mittens in a long time. :)))Hugs,Lois
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You are so talented, wow!–Inger
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