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Butterfly Mittens Pattern

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Category:

Knitting

Type:

Accessory

Fit:

Boys, Girls

Item:

Mittens

Skill Level:

Beginner

Basic Skills Necessary:

Basic Knitting skills of Knit & Purl stitches. Adding & decreasing stitches (descriptions are in the pattern). Using double pointed needles - no side seams! This pattern has many instructional photos.

Pattern Description:

These mittens were designed to be BEAUTIFUL and practical (with the long double cuffs). They are a fashion statement. Bold colors and a unique design make the child who wears them feel loved, warm, and very special.
These mittens don't require a lot of yarn. Use the yarns suggested (Peace Fleece, Cascade 220, and Plymouth) in Worsted Weight, or use what you have on hand - any worsted weight yarn will do. You will want to make several pairs!
The pattern is 5 pages long, and includes 16 instructional, close-up photos to show just what you need to know.
NOTE: This pattern comes with 2 Bonus Versions: Honey Bee and Ladybug!! - 3 patterns in one!
Happy Knitting!

Gauge:

Body: 9 sts = 2", 15 rows = 2"
Cuff: 10-12 sts = 2", 14 rows = 2"

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Two sizes: 3-4 year old (length w/ cuff 7.25") 5-6 year old (length w/ cuff 8").

Materials:

Double pointed needles in sizes: 3 & 5. Worsted weight yarn.