Springerle knitting pattern

Description

A great pair of mittens is a must-have accessory for outdoor fun during the winter and these are super-quick to make in multiple sizes for every member of the family. Knit in worsted weight wool, the bold texture has universal appeal and is a snap to learn and execute. For a great beginner or portable project, knit a bunch as stocking stuffers and grab-bag items. They’re the perfect gift for all the adults and kids on your list! 

Shown here: size small in FIFC Festivus, color Santa Suit

Matching Motif: Chimney Sweep, All Boxed Up, Dutch Tiles

Suggested Yarns: Bare Naked Wools Better Breakfast Worsted, Confection Worsted, Kent Worsted, or any soft, springy worsted weight yarn that knits to pattern gauge. Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, drape, and yardage requirement.
Finished Size: 5.5(6, 6.5)[7, 8, 9, 10] inches in circumference (blocked) to fit hands up to 5(5.5, 6)[6.5, 7.5, 8.5, 9.5] inches around palmNote: children’s sizes appear in (parens) while youth/adult sizes appear in [brackets]
Yarn Requirements: 85(95, 120)[150, 160, 190, 225] yards

Gauge: 20 sts and 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette on larger needles (knit flat; unblocked) 

Needles: size 7US (4.5 mm) for body (or size to obtain correct gauge)size 6US (4.0 mm) for cuff (or one size smaller than body needle)c