The Norland Park Mitts use our easily memorized mix of knits and purls for a plush, cozy texture. They start in the round, work flat for the thumb opening, then rejoin in the round to finish — a quick, portable project that’s perfect for gifting. Shown in Loop Tendril, whose merino–silk blend adds sheen, softness, and beautiful stitch definition.
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: Loop Tendril (70% merino, 30% silk; 100 g / 231 yds) — 1 hank makes two pairs
- Size: One size — 7.5" circumference, 8" length
- Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 6 (4.0 mm) — DPNs or one 40" circular for magic loop
- Gauge: 22 sts = 4" in stockinette in the round on larger needle
- Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle
- Difficulty: Easy
Abbreviations
- k = knit
- p = purl
- CO = cast on
- BO = bind off
- rep = repeat
- st(s) = stitch(es)
Pattern Instructions
CO 48 sts with smaller needle. Place marker and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist.
Bottom Cuff (smaller needle)
Round 1: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Repeat Round 1 14 times total (14 rounds).
Body (switch to larger needle)
Rounds 1–2: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Round 3: purl.
Rounds 4–5: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Repeat Rounds 3–5 five more times.
Thumbhole (worked flat)
Row 1 (WS): knit.
Rows 2–3: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Row 4: purl.
Rows 5–6: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Repeat Rows 1–6 two times total.
Upper Body (back in the round)
Round 1: purl.
Rounds 2–3: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Round 4: purl.
Repeat Rounds 2–4 three times, then work Rounds 2–3 once more.
Top Cuff (switch to smaller needle)
Round 1: *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Work Round 1 5 more times (6 rounds total).
BO loosely in pattern.
Finishing
Weave in ends on the inside. Light steam/block to even the fabric if desired. Work a second mitt to match.
