Hip to be Square (Mittens)
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Hip to be Square (Mittens)

$8.50

There’s something lovely about a pair of hand-knit mittens: small enough to be a satisfying project, but practical enough that you’ll reach for them all winter.

Hip to be Square combines textured stitches with colourful geometric details, creating a playful pair of mittens that coordinate beautifully with the rest of the collection.

Worked from the cuff up, these mittens feature a western gusset and symmetrical top for a comfortable, classic shape. The colourwork uses small amounts of five contrasting fingering-weight yarns, making them perfect for mini skeins and leftovers.

The pattern is written for magic loop and includes instructions for using double-pointed needles if you prefer. Both written directions and charts are included.

Hip to be Square is also part of a coordinating collection with matching hat and cowl.

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Hip to be Square (Mittens) – This versatile mitten knitting pattern is worked seamlessly in the round from the cuff up, creating a polished and comfortable fit. Designed for fingering weight yarn, the pattern features a Western gusset that is smoothly integrated into the hand for a natural and ergonomic shape

A key feature of this design is its symmetry, both mittens are interchangeable, making for a more streamlined knitting experience.

Multiple sizes are included to help you achieve a well-fitting mitten with the intended positive ease. Written instructions are provided throughout, along with a chart for the pattern motif, so you can choose the format that works best for you.

To support you every step of the way, you’ll also have access to a curated resource page featuring yarn substitution ideas and a helpful technique playlist. You’ll have everything you need to cast on with confidence and finish with pride.

 

QUICK OVERVIEW

  • Construction: Cuff-up, in the round
  • Skill Level: Easy
  • Sizes: 8 sizes 
  • Yarn: Fingering weight
  • Techniques used: Working in the round, grafting, increasing, decreasing, slipped stitches
  • Gusset: Western Gusset
  • Needle method: Magic loop (DPN-friendly)

 

SIZE INFORMATION

1 [2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8] — larger sizes are in bold throughout the pattern to help differentiate the multiple sizes.

 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Circumference

6 [6.5, 7.25, 7.75, 8.25, 8.75, 9.5, 10]” / 15 [16.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21, 22, 24, 25.5] cm 

Select a size from the finished measurements that is 1-2” / 2.5-5 cm larger than your hand circumference. Mittens are worn with positive ease. 

Length

4.5 [4.75, 5.25, 6, 6.5, 7.25, 7.75, 8.5]” / 11 [12, 13.5, 15, 16.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5] cm, exclusive of the cuff. 

 

GAUGE

Gauge is crucial for achieving the correct fit. Changes in gauge will affect the size of your finished mittens.

  • Pattern motif gauge: 29 stitches by 46 rounds = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking.

 

YARN REQUIREMENTS

MC: Approx. 113 [143, 170, 218, 252, 288, 325] yd / 103 [131, 155, 199, 230, 263, 297] m fingering weight yarn
CC: 3 [3, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5] contrast colours – Approx. 3 [3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4] yd / 3 [3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4] m fingering weight yarn of each colour

 

SUGGESTED YARN

Log House Cottage — Squishy Sock
80% Extra Fine Merino 20% Nylon
420 yd / 384 m per 4 oz / 115 g skein
MC: Semi-solid Grey Light
CC: Variety of scrappy leftovers
https://loghousecottageyarns.com/

 

SUGGESTED NEEDLES

Cuff: US2.5 (3 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles, or one needle size smaller than needles used for gauge
Hand: US3 (3.25 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles, or the size required to get gauge

 

NOTIONS

Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, waste yarn or stitch holder, stitch markers (2)

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