Balsam Mitts

Balsam Mitts
Designed by Rachel Brockman

These sleek mitts are designed with equal parts function and aesthetics in mind. The slipped ribbing pattern is very stretchy, giving a flattering and fitted look. The central slipped stitch of each rib column adds a subtle, pleasing detail, while also making for a resilient fabric. The thumb gusset is elegant in its restraint, growing into a reverse stockinette insert that highlights the surrounding rib columns. The highlight of this project is the central Twisted Panel which is so delicate looking, and fun to work, too!

SIZES
Adult Small (Medium, Large)
Model wears size Small.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 5½ (6¾, 8)", unstretched
Note: Stitch pattern is very stretchy.
Length: 8 (8½, 9)"

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Bella Cash (60% fine merino superwash, 30% nylon, 10% cashmere; 50g/230 yds)
•  114 Storm - 1 ball (all sizes)
Needles: US Size 2 (2.75 mm) set of dpns or 32" circ ndl suitable for magic loop, or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, two cable needles, stitch holder or waste yarn, stitch markers

GAUGE
35 sts x 44 rnds = 4" in Slipped Rib Stitch
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES 
These mitts are knit in the round from the bottom-up. In this pattern, all slipped stitches are worked purlwise with yarn held back.

The Balsam Mitts pattern is available as part of e-book Small Pleasures, and as an individual pattern through Ravelry.