SIZE: One Size About 8 in. (20.5 cm) circumference at upper arm, about 14 in. (35.5 cm) long
Note:
Gloves are meant to fit with negative ease (Glove circumference should be less than body measurement) for a snug fit.
CORRECTIONS: (applied Dec 30, 2011)
SIZE: One Size About 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm) 8 in. (20.5 cm)circumference at upper arm
GAUGE: 19 16 sts + 24 rnds = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd) with larger needles.
GLOVES Change to larger needles and St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd), and work in St st worked in the rnd until piece measures about 8 10 in. (20 25 cm) from beg.
Rnd 5 (Inc Rnd): K1, slip marker (sm), M1, k to next marker, M1, sm, k to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 2-5 twice 3 times more – 42 sts after all inc have been completed, including 14 sts between markers.
The above is only a summary of corrections; the corrected pattern text is below (if free) or shipped upon completion of order (if purchased)
Call them what you will -- wristlets, wrist warmers, fingerless gloves, wristers, or driving gloves -- they're all fashionable. These extra warm fingerless gloves add a fun dose of color to your outfit with color-changing Amazing yarn.
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Dolce Fingerless Gloves
Lion Brand® Amazing®
GAUGE:
16 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd) with larger needles. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
STITCH EXPLANATION:
M1 (make 1) An increase worked by lifting the horizontal thread lying between needles and placing it onto left needle. Knit this new stitch through the back loop.
PATTERN STITCH
K2, p2 Rib (worked in the rnd, multiple of 4 sts)
Rnd 1: *K2, p2, rep from * around.
Rep Rnd 1 for K2, p2 Rib.
GLOVES
Beg at upper arm of Glove, with smaller needles, cast on 32 sts. Divide sts onto 3 double pointed needles and join, being careful not to twist sts. Place marker for beg of rnd.
Work in K2, p2 Rib, until piece measures about 3 1/2 in. (9 cm) from beg.
Change to larger needles and St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd), and work in St st worked in the rnd until piece measures about 10 in. (25 cm) from beg.
Thumb Gusset
Rnd 1 (Inc Rnd): K1, place marker (pm), M1, k6, M1, pm, k to end of rnd – 34 sts.
Rnds 2-4: Knit.
Rnd 5 (Inc Rnd): K1, slip marker (sm), M1, k to next marker, M1, sm, k to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 2-5 three times more – 42 sts after all inc have been completed, including 14 sts between markers.
Next Rnd: K1, remove marker, k1, bind off 12 sts, k1, remove marker, k to end of rnd.
Next Rnd: K1, cast on 2 sts over bound off sts of previous rnd, k to end of rnd – 32 sts.
Hand
Knit 4 rnds.
Change to smaller needles and work in k2, p2 Rib for 1 in. (2.5 cm).
Bind off.
FINISHING
Weave in ends.
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I don't know what all the fuss is about, this was a delight to make! The pattern is easy to follow. Making these would be a great first time project for those learning double pointed needles. Have a little patience. Be sure to check your gauge. Use stitch markers and a row counter. Enjoy!
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