SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS
In addition to knitting and designing patterns, handspinning has found a place in my crafty endeavors. Often, I’m drawn to a colorway or fiber and spin just 1 skein. As I add special single skeins to my stash, I am working on adding special single skein designs to my knitwear design portfolio. Enter SMALL POTATOES FINGERLESS MITTS! This accessory is designed with DK weight handspun yarn in mind. A ribbed and textured pattern accommodates variation in yarn weight, and the circumference shows off color shifts beautifully. If you take care when weaving in your ends, these fingerless mitts are totally reversible. Wear them inside out and on either hand. Directions are provided for both right and left mitts to mirror the textured panel.
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YARN
2-ply handspun yarn, approximately 15-16 WPI (wraps per inch), or DK weight wool or wool blend, 1 skein / 1 4 oz braid.
Sample shown in Size 1, 2-ply fractal handspun, 100% Falkland by Into the Whirled www.intothewhirled.com, colorway Decidedly So, 118 yd / 108 m (51 g).
Choose a DK weight wool or wool blend for a piece with a similar structure.
YARN ESTIMATE PER SIZE
136 (186) yd / 124 (170) m
59 (81) g
Estimate based on commercial DK weight yarn, 230 yd / 210 m per 100 g and includes 15% buffer.
FINISHED HAND CIRCUMFERENCE
Sizes 1 (2)
7” (8.35”) / 17.8 (21.3) cm
FINISHED LENGTH
7.5” (8”) / 19 (20) cm
Adjust length as desired by working a longer cuff or top ribbing.
GAUGE & NEEDLES
23 stitches & 32 rounds = 4” / 10 cm in body pattern
US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needle, 32” / 80 cm for magic loop or double-pointed needles or size needed to get gauge
TECHNIQUES
Knit, purl, working in the round, increasing stitches.
PATTERN ATTRIBUTES
This written pattern is gender-inclusive and reversible.
EXPLORE ON INSTAGRAM
#SmallPotatoesFingerlessMitts
Tech editing: Bronwyn HahnTest knitting: Rebecca B., Alison L., Stacey M., Sydney N., Karen P., Isa P., & Kim R.
From Cori B.
What a great test knitting experience! The expectations were very clear, there was constant communication (I love the use of discord for test knitting- so much more streamlined than using an IG chat or an email)- I love that it was a communal experience without being overwhelming. I would absolutely apply to test knit again.
And the pattern is so ingenious- a fun and quick knit, that feels solid, with minimal finishing (literally two ends to weave per mitt). I’m so excited to use them!
Cori B. was a test knitter for Turnover.
From Kim R.
I’ve had the pleasure of test knitting Shana’s designs and her creativity never disappoints! Her patterns are interesting and I seem to learn new skills each time. As I’m knitting, my thoughts are always, “well that is clever”! Shana is always available to answer questions during the testing period
Kim has test knit many Shanalines Designs patterns including cowls, hats, and fidget toys.
From Amanda S.
This was a super meditative or rhythmic knit that once I had the pattern repeats down, I just kept cruising. I really like both sides to this, and actually think it would make a really cute pattern for a tee!
Amanda test knit Coexist.