![]() ![]() ![]() When you’re new to knitting, it’s best to keep projects simple until you’ve mastered the basic stitches, but that doesn’t meant you have to knit nothing but useless swatches. These easy garter stitch mitts are simply creatively seamed squares, and they’re the perfect first project for a new knitter. The bold color blocking keeps things fun without making the mitts more complex to knit, and when you’re done, you’ll have a cute new pair of mitts and enough experience to tackle a more challenging knitting pattern. Supplies![]() ![]() ![]()
1. Cast OnCast on 30 stitches using Color A. ![]() ![]() ![]() 2. First StripeKnit in garter stitch with Color A until your knitting measures 7.5 cm (3 in). Garter stitch is the name of the simplest stitch patterns in knitting. You knit all stitches on all rows without any purling. ![]() ![]() ![]() 3. Second StripeSwitch to Color B and work in garter stitch until your piece measures 15 cm (6 in). You should have the same number of rows in Color B as you have in Color A. ![]() ![]() ![]() 4. Binding OffSwitch to Color A and knit one row. ![]() ![]() ![]() Bind off all stitches using Color A. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 5. FinishingWeave in all ends. ![]() ![]() ![]() Seam the bind-off edge with the cast-on edge at the top and bottom, leaving a gap in the middle that’s large enough for your thumb to comfortably fit through. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Wear Your ProjectMake two mitts and perfect your knitting technique. When they're both done, pop them onto your hands and show off your new talent for knitting . ![]() ![]() ![]() Now that you’ve got the basics down, try something a little more challenging for your next project! Take a look at other knitting tutorials for more ideas, or check our Knitting 101 series to learn more about the basic techniques. |
The Easiest Way to Knit Mitts With Garter Stitch
Beginner projects don't have to be boring or bland! Try knitting these fun color-blocked mitts, perfect for cold winter days!
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