The Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts have been in the vault for almost two years now while I waited for the right time and the right yarn to update the pattern. They’re now back and better than ever. Read on for more information about where to buy the pattern, details and specs, an easy shopping list, and more.
Etsy
Here’s where you’ll find the Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts on Etsy.
Ravelry
Here’s where you’ll find the Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts on Ravelry.
Easy Shopping List
In case you want to knit the Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts using the exact materials I did, here is a shopping list with easy links for you. Some of these are affiliate links, which means if you choose to buy something through those links, I’ll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I will always identify affiliate links for you. Thanks for supporting my work!
Bad Sheep Yarn DK in Incandescently Happy (affiliate link)
Chiaogoo US Size 4 (3.5 mm) short circular needles (affiliate link)
Chiagoo US Size 4 (3.5 mm) double pointed needles (affiliate link)
Stitch markers (budget option) (affiliate link)
Stitch markers (fancy option) (affiliate link)
About the Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts
In springtime, the first warm days cause all sorts of greenery and blooms to push their way up through the earth and climb along walls. The cables on these mitts remind me of a trellis filled with clematis blooms, while the bobbles feel like fresh spring fruit. Because the sample is knit in such a cheery yellow color, these mitts are named for pretty springtime daffodils.
These mitts are graded to four sizes and feature a mix of coin lace, cables, and bobbles climbing up the back of each hand. They feature a thumb gusset with modified placement for increased comfort.
Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts Details and Specs
SIZES
S, M, L, XL, finished mitt circumference of 6 (6.5, 7.5, 8.5) in / 15 (16.5, 19, 21.5) cm
MATERIALS
DK-weight yarn, 92 (100, 120, 135) yds/84 (92, 110, 124) m
Sample shown knit in Bad Sheep Yarn DK, 75% superwash merino, 25% nylon, 245 yds (224 m) per 3.5 oz (100 g)
GAUGE
4” (10 cm) square = 29 stitches x 39 rows in stockinette
NEEDLES
One set of needles for your preferred style of small-circumference knitting in a size to match gauge listed above
Suggested needle size: US 4 (3.5 mm)
TOOLS
Stitch markers (3), waste yarn for holding thumb stitches, tapestry needle, crochet hook, US size E (3.5 mm) for bobbles
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate. Techniques include knitting in the round, cables, bobbles, increases.
If You Like the Daffodils in Sunshine Mitts, You’ll Also Like…
If there’s one thing I’ve discovered in my years as a knitter, it’s that many of us have favorite motifs we like to revisit. In case you’re the same, here are some suggestions based on this pair of socks.
The Quercus Agrifolia Cowl, which also uses cute little crochet bobbles to maximum effect
The Anacapa Scarf, which also has lots of fun diamond-shaped cables
The Deimatic Socks, which feature a scaled down version of those same cables and adds coin lace for extra visual impact
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