This matching hat and mitten set uses a rich basketweave cable to make a sturdy fabric – perfect for guarding against Winter winds while worn. We chose to make them in a deep red – because everyone needs at least one red accessory in their wardrobe! It’s the perfect pop of color to add to an outfit of grey or neutral tones. If you’re not the type to wear matching accessories, the set is a great way of knocking two holiday gifts off your list as well… make one, or both—knitter’s choice.
YARDAGE
- Mittens: Approx. 160 yards of worsted weight wool yarn
- Hat: Approx. 200 yards of worsted weight wool yarn
YARN
- 3 skeins (full set) or 2 skeins (single project) of Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (100% American Targhee-Columbia wool; 140 yards/50g)
- Photographed in color Long Johns
Gauge
4.5 stitches & 7 rounds = 1″ in Stockinette Stitch with Gauge Needle
24 stitches & 23 rounds = 3″ over Woven Cable pattern with Gauge Needle; all gauge measurements taken after blocking
Needles
Gauge Needle: One set of DPNs (or long circular, if working Magic Loop method) in size needed to obtain gauge listed above
One set of DPNs (or long circular) three sizes smaller than Gauge Needle
Suggested sizes: US 8/5 mm & US 5/3.75 mm
Finished dimensions
Mittens: 8″ hand circumference, 10″ length; blocked & unstretched
Hat: 24″ circumference at widest point, 8″ from top of crown to base of ribbing; blocked and unstretched
Sizes
Mittens: Average Adult Female
Hat: Average Adult Female (to fit head sizes 20-24″)
