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
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Tech editing: Bronwyn HahnTest knitting: Rebecca B., Alison L., Stacey M., Sydney N., Karen P., Isa P., & Kim R.
From Katie T.
I always love Shana’s patterns – they are so clear but leave so much room for creativity! They are the perfect balance of direction and inspiration that I often make more than one of all her patterns. I especially love the analogous shawl and can imagine it in so many different color combos!
Katie test knit Analogous.
From Mary H.
After admiring Shana’s designs for a long time, I was excited to actually knit one of her patterns, and it did not disappoint! I am always interested in new construction and unique knits and this was a pleasure to knit up. Fun, engaging and easy to modify — Shoulder Season is a great pattern!
Mary was a test knitter for Shoulder Season.
From L. Taylor
Love the process and finished product. Will knit this again. Great combination of conversation knitting and some interesting details. Was the perfect vacation project.
L. Taylor test knit Athleisure Cowl.