Merion Mitts
A lot of us on the East Coast and Midwest in the US woke up this morning to snow, with the threat of a lot more overnight tonight—but it was just unseasonably warm a few days ago! Such is the way with winter, huh? You think it’s on its way out, and it comes tearing right back in. I suppose it was to be expected—March does come in like a lion, right?
Get your hands ready for the last burst of winter—and keep your fingers warm on those spring (or fall) days when it’s notquite warm enough to be without knitted goods—with the Merion Mitts, my latest pattern!
Knit in the round in a worsted weight yarn on size 5 needles, the resulting mittens are squishy and warm. The seed stitch palm is a little treat to yourself, and the Maypole pattern up the back will have you thinking about May Day. It’s just around the corner, I swear. But you’re going to need something to keep your fingers warm in the meantime.
via Ravelry for just $6!
Available in two sizes—women’s large (modeled by Ashley) and small (modeled by Pam)!
Instructions include the Maypole pattern both written out and in chart form!
Clever decreases preserve directionality for a professional, finished look!
Look amazing in Malabrigo and other worsted-weight yarns!
26 Responses to Merion Mitts
Hooray Minty!! Thank you for all your hard work and yet another great pattern. <3
Remember how FREAKISHLY WARM that day was?
Hey! Is the orange sweater in the first picture knitted too? I love it. If so, what is the pattern? It’s even cold today in South Florida, I could use those mittens! Love your work.
Heather R.
I love the seed stitch on the inside of the thumb! So cute!
Yay, the pattern is here! I just purchased it and am now off to see if I have any suitable yarn in the stash. Thanks for a darling pattern!
You are so amazing, this pattern is stunning.
Yet another thing I want :)
Gorgeous! I love the seed stitch palm!
They’re spectacular!!
awesome pattern, erin! looks great :)
So sweet! I love the textured palms.
I want to know about Ashley’s orange sweater too…
Brilliant! These mittens are lovely as well as the colors.
It’s still snowing here in Virginia right now, and people were wearing capris a few days ago :)
These are fantastic, can’t wait to cast on!!
Are these named after Merion at BMC????? (I lived in Rock.)
That is such an awesome pattern Minty!!
Just downloaded the pattern and ordered some Malabrigo. I can’t wait! Thanks Minty :)
Those are fabulous mittens, I love the textures.
Lovely mittens….and such a nice job. Bravo!
Great mittens!!
I meant to put this in print…these mittens are fabulous, and so, of course, are you.
oh, i have just found you on a google search for turtles! i only just learned to knit this past winter, but when i feel my skills are up to par, i would LOVE to buy this pattern. it is BEAUTIFUL. i love all the texture! i’ll be back, you have lovely things here and you are INCREDIBLY talented!
hey, I love your work and your blog!! I’m a reader from Spain, to shy to comment… I would like to ask you if you can share with me your fav yarn stores in NYC as I’m travelling there within one week. Thanks in advance!!
Marta
Hi there. Hope you are well… I’ve missed reading your blog during your knitting break.
The Mitts are lovely. I came across your site while looking for a pattern for the Hermione Sweater from the 5th movie and was wondering if you had any luck with your sweater or an Idea of where else to look.
Thanks
So I am having a hard time figuring out the knot stitch. Do I slip each stitch individually or all together(which seems impossible)? I tried to do them individually but it didn’t look right. I am a decent knitter but have never made a knot before and am struggling. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Hi there,
I am loving this pattern but keep hitting a snag with the thumb gusset. I’ve ripped back twice because I can’t figure out how to keep the raised rib going with the increased stitches. The sequence of knits and purls gets all garbled. It’s really round 5 of the gusset that stumps me. If I could figure that out, I think the rest should go smoothly. I’d really appreciate any guidance you could offer on this. Thanks very much.
Are these named after Merion Green/Merion Dorm at Bryn Mawr College?