“These mittens were inspired by my friend’s homeland, Norway. In essense, they are a mini-travelog. Starting at the bottom of the mitten: the traditional Norwegian star, evergreens, fish, waves of the sea, Viking ships, more trees topped by images of the Midnight Sun and northern lights. The blue background and the red and white dividers are reminiscent of the flag of Norway.“ ~Joan
Size:
Adult medium. For a longer mitten, insert a second repeat of the fish motif or add additional background (navy rows) above the thumb gusset and before working the decreases.
Yarn:
Fingering weight, sample made with Jamieson Spindrift (25 g, 115 yds/105 m).
Nine colors:
(A) 707 Eclipse - 82 yds (75 m);
(B) 470 Pumpkin - 11 yds (10 m);
(C) 655 China Blue - 16 yds (15 m);
(D) 525 Crimson - 49 yds (45 m);
(E) 241 Tan Green - 11 yds (10 m);
(F) 259 Leprechaun - 16 yds (15 m);
(G) 304 White - 55 yds (50 m);
(H) 685 Delph - 27 yds (25 m);
(I) 390 Daffodil - 11 yds (10 m).
Needles and Notions:
US 0/2.0 mm and US 1/2.25 mm for circular knitting or size to achieve gauge.
Stitch marker, stitch holder, tapestry needle.
Skills:
Knitting in the round, two-color stranded knitting, following a chart.
