Knitted Peace Mittens
The Knitted Peace Mittens are not just any ordinary winter accessory; they are a symbol of warmth, love, and unity. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, these cozy mittens not only keep your hands toasty but also spread a message of peace and goodwill. The intricate patterns and vibrant colors make each pair unique and special, sure to brighten up the coldest of days. Whether you're wearing them yourself or gifting them to a friend, these delightful mittens carry a heartwarming touch that spreads joy wherever they go.
Materials: 100-150yds bulky weight (size 5) yarn (I used Premier Anti-Pilling Bamboo Chunky (131yd/100g), size 8 (5mm) dpn or circular needles for magic loop method, yarn needle, stitch marker
Stitch Key
- K – knit
- P – purl
- M1 – make 1 increase
- sts – stitches
- k2tog – knit 2 sts together
- p2tog – purl 2 sts together
Gauge: appx 3.5sts x 6rows per inch GAUGE IS IMPORTANT! SWATCH FIRST!
Sizes – child, ladies
Notes – These mittens are NOT left and right specific so make 2 of the below instructions. There are no notations for left-handed knitters because these are ambidextrous.
Peace Stitch Pattern
Round 1 – knit around
Round 2 – purl around
Round 3 – knit around
Round 4 – purl around
Round 5 – knit around
Round 6 – [k1, p1] around
Round 7 – [k1, p1] around
Round 8 – [k1, p1] around]
Peace Mittens Pattern
Wrist
Cast on 26/30 sts. Join in the round. Place beginning of round marker.
K1P1 ribbing for 16/20 rounds
Hand
From here begin working in Peace stitch pattern
Round 1 – m1, k1, m1 work around [28/32sts]
Round 2 & 3 – work in Peace Stitch Pattern around
Thumb Gusset
Round 3 – m1, work 2, m1, work in pattern around. [30/34sts]
Round 4 – work in pattern around
Round 5 – m1, work 4, m1, work in pattern around. [32/36sts]
Continue increasing thumb in pattern until there are 8/10 thumb sts.
After the last increase round place thumb sts on a stitch holder or spare yarn and remover marker. [26/30sts]
Hand
cast on 1, pm, cast on 1, work in pattern around. [28/32sts]
Work in pattern for 20/28 rounds. You should have completed 4, 5 pattern repeats total over the mitten. Your last round should be a round 8 on your pattern repeat.
Decrease
Round 1 – [k2tog, k2] repeat [to] around (21/24sts)
Round 2 – purl around
Round 3 – [k2tog, k1] repeat [to[ around (14/16sts)
Round 4 – purl around
Round 5 – k2tog around (7/8sts)
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving 8-10ins to weave ends. Thread the yarn through your remaining sts and cinch closed.
Thumb
Pick up 4sts along the cast on edge, place the sts on the stitch holder on your needles. [12/14sts]
Work in pattern for 13/16 rounds.
Next Round – p2tog around 6/7sts
Do not bind off. Cut yarn leaving 8-10ins to weave ends. Thread the yarn through your remaining sts and cinch closed.
Weave in all ends, make another mitten for your other hand, and enjoy your toasty warm hands.