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Baby Mittens Knitting Patterns

Even if you’re new to knitting, you can make baby mittens with clear stitch counts, decreases, and size notes. Show more
Even if you’re new to knitting, you can make baby mittens with clear stitch counts, decreases, and size notes. Many PDF patterns walk you step by step through the cuff, hand section, and thumb. Choose a design and get started right away.
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Knitting Tutorial Gloves in 5 Sizes

Knitting Tutorial Gloves in 5 Sizes

(46)
from US $1.60
ursulapetra
First Baby Mittens Knitting Pattern by Woolture

First Baby Mittens Knitting Pattern by Woolture

(3)
from US $3.72
woolture
Knitting Tutorial Baby and Toddler Gloves

Knitting Tutorial Baby and Toddler Gloves

(5)
from US $3.97
ursulapetra
Fleece-Lined Cable Mittens Knitting Pattern

Fleece-Lined Cable Mittens Knitting Pattern

(5)
from US $4.77
TansuluuCraftHaus
Pattern Family Set Bulky Knit Mittens

Pattern Family Set Bulky Knit Mittens

from US $4.40
ann-domino
Knitting Pattern For Warming Baby Mittens

Knitting Pattern For Warming Baby Mittens

from US $1.27
amigoll9
Baby mittens 0-6 month

Baby mittens 0-6 month

from US $3.18
kairi-moelder
Machine knitted baby mittens

Machine knitted baby mittens

from US $4.78
kairi-moelder
Machine knitting baby mittens one colour

Machine knitting baby mittens one colour

from US $3.97
kairi-moelder
PATTERN: Baby Selbu Mittens - knitting

PATTERN: Baby Selbu Mittens - knitting

from US $4.44
Smaatterier

Knitting baby gloves: little hands, cozy comfort

Keeping little hands warm is invaluable when you’re out and about or using a stroller. Here you’ll find knitting patterns for baby gloves, fingered gloves, and mittens, from simple styles to designs with motifs, in sizes from newborn to toddler.

Quick choice
  • ✓Mittens: These are usually quicker to knit because there are no individual fingers to work.
  • ✓Fingered gloves: These involve more steps (fingers, decreases) and are therefore often more detailed.
  • ✓Choosing a size: Many patterns list sizes by age (e.g., 4 to 10 months). Hand circumference and length are more reliable, if provided.
  • ✓Motifs: Animals and other designs can be knitted in or worked as appliqués.
  • ✓More baby ideas: If you’re planning a set, take a look at clothing sets or add a baby hat.
What to look out for
  • Gauge swatch: Yarn weight and the recommended needle size often have a greater effect on size than age guidelines.
  • Cuffs: A stretchy cuff (e.g., ribbing) helps baby gloves fit better.
  • Thumb construction: Depending on the pattern, the thumb gusset may be knitted as you go or picked up afterward, or the design may have no thumb opening.
  • Rounds or rows: Check whether the gloves are knitted in the round (seamless) or in rows (with a seam), as this affects their appearance and construction.
Common pitfalls
  • Choosing a size by age alone: Be sure to compare the measurements, or the gloves can easily end up too tight or too loose.
  • Cuffs that are too loose: Gloves can slip off more easily, so check the stretch and adjust the needle size.
  • Twisted stitches: Stitches are sometimes accidentally twisted when decreasing or knitting them together; work step by step and check their orientation.
  • Missing yarn overs: If you don’t work a yarn over, your stitch count will be off. Count regularly and use markers if needed.
  • Embellishments: Only use appliqués and buttons if they are attached very securely and safely for children; if in doubt, leave them off and knit the designs in instead.
  • Choosing materials: Look for skin-friendly, easy-care yarns; the overview Choosing wool and yarn for crochet and knitting is also helpful.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best way is to use hand circumference and length, if the pattern provides them. Age ranges are only a rough guide.

Mittens are often simpler because there are no individual fingers to work. Fingered gloves require more steps and a more precise fit.

Soft, skin-friendly yarns with suitable care instructions are practical because baby gloves are washed often. The yarn recommended in the pattern is the safest guide.

Both methods are used. Gloves knitted in the round are usually seamless; those knitted back and forth in rows are often sewn together at the end.

Yes, some mitten designs have no separate thumb opening. In others, the thumb is worked using a gusset or stitches picked up afterward.

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