times, k1 [2:0]; rep from * once more. 14 [16:16] sts.
P 1 row.
Next Row *K1, (k2tog) 3 times, k0 [1:1]; rep from * once more.
Cut yarn and draw through rem 8 [10:10] sts.
Knit Your Left multi-color Mitten
Work as given for Right Mitten to **.
SHAPE THUMB GUSSET
Next Row K14 [15:16], M1, k2, M1, k16 [17:18]. 34 [36:38] sts.
Work 3 rows in st st.
Next Row K14 [15:16], M1, k4, M1, k16 [17:18]. 36 [38:40] sts.
Work 3 rows in st st.
Next Row K14 [15:16], M1, k6, M1, k16 [17:18]. 38 [40:42] sts.
Work 3 rows in st st.
Next Row K14 [15:16], M1, k8, M1, k16 [17:18]. 40 [42:44] sts.
Purl 1 row.
THUMB
Next Row K24 [25:26] and turn.
Next Row Cast on 2 sts (using the cable cast-on), p12 (including 2 sts just cast on), turn and cast on 2 sts.
Complete as given for thumb of Right Mitten from ***.
With RS of work facing and using size 7 (4.5mm) needles, pick up and knit 2 sts across base of thumb, k across 16 [17:18] unworked sts on left-hand needle. 32 [34:36] sts.
Work as given for Right Mitten from ****.
Finish Your Multi-Color Mittens
Sew in all ends. Press all pieces according to instructions on the ball band. Join side seams.
Finished Measurements
To fit sizes S [M:L]; width around palm is 7 [71⁄2:8]in (18 [19:20.5]cm) and 7 [71⁄2:8]in (18 [19:20.5]cm) long from wrist
Gauge
18 sts and 24 rows to 4in (10cm) measured over st st (1 row k, 1 row p) using size 7 (4.5mm) needles
Knit Notes
Both pairs of mittens are worked in stockinette stitch with a snug-fitting cuff in k1, p1 rib worked on smaller needles.
The thumb on each mitten is shaped using M1, and the tops are decreased with ssk and k2tog.
Knit Your Embroidered Mittens
Knit following the pattern for the Multi-Color Mittens on previous page.
Embroider Your EMBROIDERED Mittens
Work the embroidery on the back of each mitten following the template opposite. (The template provided is as worked on the right-hand mitten and should be reversed for the left-hand mitten.) Use lazy daisy stitch for the flowers, chain stitch for the stems and a single chain stitch filled with a straight stitch for the leaves.
You Will Need For Embroidered Mittens
Yarn
• 2 x 13⁄4oz (50g) balls of medium-weight (aran) alpaca/silk mix yarn (71yd/65m per ball) in dark blue
• Oddments of light-weight (DK) yarn in lime green and bright pink
Knitting Needles
• One pair size 5 (3.75mm)
• One pair size 7 (4.5mm)
Other Materials
• Large-eyed blunt tapestry needle
Working the Embroidery
Use a large-eyed blunt tapestry needle. Work the embroidery stitches loosely – don’t pull too tightly or the knitted fabric will pucker.
To begin the embroidery, weave the end of the thread through a few knitted stitches on the back of the fabric working back through the thread to secure it.
LAZY DAISY STITCH
CHAIN STITCH
EMBROIDERY TEMPLATE
Button Gloves
With a contrast ribbed cuff and button detailing, these oatmeal gloves look both smart and chic.
Skill Level- Intermediate
You Will Need
Yarn
• 1 x 13⁄4oz (50g) ball of light-weight (DK) wool/alpaca mix yarn (197yd/180m per ball) in oatmeal (A)
• 1 x 3⁄4oz (50g) ball of light-weight (DK) wool yarn (107yd/98m per ball) in camel (B)
Knitting Needles
• One pair size 3 (3.25mm)
• One pair size 6 (4mm)
Other Materials
• Approx 36 mixed size
