World's Simplest Mittens by Tin Can Knits

World's Simplest Mittens by Tin Can KnitsSometimes winter catches you by surprise and you need a pair of mittens, quick! These are a perfect quick knit or a blank canvas for mitten fun! Make any of 5 sizes from toddler to men's on any weight with corresponding needles. These simple mittens are easy enough for a beginner if you just take the time to look at Tin Can Knits tutorial here. Make sure to browse around on the Tin Can Knits website to see all of their amazing patterns, tutorials, and

Sometimes winter catches you by surprise and you need a pair of mittens, quick! These are a perfect quick knit or a blank canvas for mitten fun!  Make any of 5 sizes from toddler to men's on any weight with corresponding needles.  These simple mittens are easy enough for a beginner if you just take the time to look at Tin Can Knits tutorial here.  Make sure to browse around on the Tin Can Knits website to see all of their amazing patterns, tutorials, and gorgeous photos.  Go ahead and take some time to make something useful, warm, and beautiful!  

Kit includes free pattern and selected yarn. For yarn winding services, click here.  Please go here to download this free pattern.

      

DESIGNER RECOMMENDED YARN: Sweater by Rainbow Heirloom (100% Merino Wool; 115g/250yds): 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) Skeins.  Shown in Princess Rockstar.  OR any fingering, DK, Worsted or Bulky Weight yarn with a good bit of merino wool content for elasticity. 

ALTERNATE FINGERING YARN: Sock by Malabrigo (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 100g/440yds): 1 skein for all sizes (you will have extra yarn).  This kettle-dyed yarn has a gorgeous variegation that adds depth and interest to the finished fabric.  Washable, Uruguayan yarn is wonderfully soft and eye-catching.

ALTERNATE DK YARN: Arroyo by Malabrigo (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 100g/335yds): 1 skein for all sizes (you will have extra yarn).  A thicker weight of Malabrigo with exactly the same dyeing process as Sock.  Also available in a few unique colors just for Arroyo.

ALTERNATE WORSTED YARN:  Rios by Malabrigo (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 100g/220 yds): 1 skein for all sizes (you will have leftover yarn)  Worsted weight kettle-dyed Malabrigo in superwash base similar to Sock.

SIZE: Toddler (Child, Small Adult, Medium Adult, Large Adult)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Hand Circumference 5 (6, 7, 7.75, 8.5)", Mitten Length 7.25 (8.5, 10.5, 12, 13)" cuff to fingertips (adjustable), Cuff Length 2.5 (2.5, 3, 4, 4)" (adjustable)
YARDAGE: fingering weight: 140 (160, 210, 260, 300) yards
DK weight 100 (120, 160, 190, 220) yards
worsted weight: 90 (100, 130, 160, 200) yards
bulky weight: 70 (80, 120, 150, 190) yards
SKILL LEVEL: Easy-ribbing & decreases

NEEDLES: Fingering: US #0 / 2mm and US #2 / 2.75mm
DK: US #3 / 3.25mm and US #5 / 3.75mm
Worsted: US #5 / 3.75mm and US #7 / 4.5mm
Bulky: US #6 / 4mm and US #8 / 5mm
DPNs in both sizes or long circulars for magic loop (or as required to meet gauge)

OTHER TOOLS: Darning Needle, Stitch Marker
GAUGE: Fingering: 26 sts x 36 rounds = 4”
DK: 24 sts x 32 rounds = 4”
Worsted: 20 sts x 28 rounds = 4”
Bulky: 18 sts x 24 rounds = 4”
(all gauges given in stockinette on larger needles)

Mitten images courtesy of Tin Can Knits. Yarn photos by Yarn Loop