Make These Chunky Crochet Fingerless Mittens

My crochet hooks and knitting needles are getting more use these days now that the weather breathes autumn and colder days are arriving. I get the itch to create warm and snuggly yarn beauties. Crochet fingerless mittens have been on my ‘to do’ list for quite a while, so I finally sat down and designed a cozy fingerless mitten crochet pattern. I’m loving how they turned out!

Keep reading to see the free pattern, suggested yarn, and some fun photos of my hands getting all snuggly! There may have also been a guest hand model, my sweet girl:

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Chunky Yarn Fingerless Mittens

I specifically wanted to use chunky yarn for these crochet fingerless mittens, because I wanted a cozy chunky texture that would crochet up quickly.

Supplies

• approximately 90 yards of size 5 chunky yarn (wool, or wool/acrylic mix) to make 2 mittens.
  • I used Downton Abbey Yarn ‘Branson’, in the Oatmeal Cream color (but this yarn is discontinued).
  • You could try substituting with Brava yarn
• size I crochet hook (5.50 mm)
• scissors, large needle to weave in ends

Crochet Fingerless Mittens Pattern

Abbreviations

ch – chain

sl st – slip stitch

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

blo – back loop only (you will put the hook through the back loop of the stitch only)

ch-sp – the space you made in the previous row by chaining a certain number

fpdc – front post dc (Double Crochet through the ‘post’ as follows: YO, insert hook from front to back to front around post of designated stitch and draw up loop, then [YO and draw through 2 loops] twice)

bpdc – back post dc (Double Crochet through the ‘post’ as follows : YO, insert hook from back to front to back around post of designated stitch and draw up loop, then [YO and draw through 2 loops] twice)

You will be crocheting the mittens in two pieces – first, the ribbing that is worn around the wrist cuff and second, the decorative piece that covers the hand.

Gauge for decorative piece stitches: 16sts x 4 rows for 4” by 4”

Steps to make wrist cuff:

Using size I crochet hook, chain 15.

Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch through BLO to end of row. (14 sts)

Row 2: Ch1, Turn. SC through BLO of each st to end of row. (14 sts)

Repeat Row 2 until the ribbing cuff measures approximately 6 inches. Keep track of how many rows you made so you can repeat them for the 2nd mitten. (The ribbing on my mittens took 21 rows).

Fasten off.

Steps to make decorative stitching over the hand:

The foundation and beginning rows of this piece will actually end up being the top edge of the mitten because it is a straight edge. The last row (4) will be the row you attach to the cuff. This last row will be curvy with ‘shells’.

Using size I crochet hook, chain 32.

Foundation Row: SC in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch through BLO to end of row.

At this point your decorative piece should measure about 8 inches wide.  If not, check your gauge.

Row 1: Ch 4, 2 DC in next st, *Ch 2, 2 DC in next st, skip 2 sts, 1 DC in next 2 sts, skip 2 sts, 2 DC in next st; rep from *, end last repetition with Ch2, 2 DC in next st, skip 2 sts, 1 DC in last st. Turn.

Row 2 (Right Side): Ch 4, * [2 DC, Ch 2, 2 DC] in next ch-2 sp, FPDC around next 2 DC (note: these 2 DC are the ‘posts’ that stand tall in between each ‘shell’); repeat from *, end last repetition with Ch 1, 1 DC in last ch-sp. Turn.

Row 3: Ch 4, * [2 DC, Ch 2, 2 DC] in next ch-2 sp, BPDC around next 2 DC; repeat from *, end last repetition with Ch 1, 1 DC in last ch-sp. Turn.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Your finished decorative piece should look like the photo below (about 8” by 3”). Do you see how the top finished edge is curvy with ‘shells’ or ‘fans’? This is the edge you will be attaching to your wrist ribbing piece:

Before fastening off, you can go ahead and attach the decorative stitching to your cuff using a slip stitch as follows:

Attach decorative stitching piece to ribbed cuff:

First, align your two pieces so that the ribbed cuff lies horizontally, and Row 4 of your decorative stitched piece is lined up to the cuff. The decorative piece will be a bit longer, so you can smoosh the shells together a bit.

Ensure both pieces have wrong sides up (it doesn’t really matter with the cuff, but does with the other piece).

Using a slip stitch, attach the two pieces together at these edges. You don’t need to fasten off yet after attaching here:

Next, you will fold your mitten in half length-wise, right sides together, in order to sew up a side seam. Continue with a slip stitch to attach the short ends of the ribbing together:

Ribbing stitched together, top left open:

Lastly, you’ll want to join the top of your mitten together, leaving an opening for your thumb. You can use a slip stitch here as well:

Weave in ends, and turn the mitten inside out. Finished!

Now repeat those steps for your 2nd mitten.

Wearing Your Chunky Fingerless Mittens

Once you’ve completed two mittens, it’s time to wear them! My daughter and I had fun showcasing the fingerless mittens in this photo shoot.

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Wrap them around a cozy mug…

Head outside to collect some apples (and display in this harvest basket) or cute Baby Boo pumpkins…

Or simply wear them around the house when there’s a chill…do you also spy the leather fringe necklace I made? They’ll pair up well this fall:

However you decide to wear them, these mittens will add beautiful texture to your wardrobe and you can boast about making them yourself. Not to mention, this is a great time to start making pairs for Christmas gifts. (No one needs to know how simple they are to make)!

I’d love to hear if you’ve given this pattern a try. Be sure to check out my other crochet and knitting patterns on the blog.

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