KNITTING SOME FINGERLESS GLOVES !! ❄️ #knitting #beginner, by trisarahtops on YouTube. 1 min 23 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 23 s
- Time to do it
- 3 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Measure around your knuckles with a tape measure. For an adult medium hand of about 18 cm, cast on 36 stitches with worsted weight yarn on 4.5 mm needles.
Work a 2x2 rib for the cuff: knit 2, purl 2 to the end of the row, and repeat on every row until the cuff measures about 6 cm.
Switch to stocking stitch. Knit one row, purl one row, and keep alternating until the piece measures about 15 cm from the cast on edge.
Cast off loosely so the top edge can still stretch over your knuckles. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail about 30 cm long.
Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise with the right sides facing out. Line up the two side edges and pin them together.
Sew the side edges with a simple whip stitch, starting at the cuff. Stop about 4 cm below the top edge to leave a gap for your thumb.
Try the glove on before you tie off. Adjust the thumb gap if it feels tight, then finish the seam and fasten the yarn.
Weave in all loose ends with the tapestry needle. Knit a second rectangle the same way to make the matching glove.
Tips and common mistakes
Use a stretchy cast on and cast off, or the cuff and top edge will grip your hand too tightly.
Sew the seam with small, even stitches and no tight pulling, so the seam stays flat against your palm.
Try the glove on before you finish the seam, since yarn stretches and the fit is easier to fix early.
Pick a smooth, machine washable wool or acrylic blend for your first pair, as fluffy yarn hides your stitches.
Questions
How much yarn does a pair of fingerless gloves need?
One 50 g ball of worsted weight yarn is usually enough for an adult pair. Buy two balls if you want a longer cuff or a bigger size.
Can I knit these in the round instead?
Yes, but you need double pointed needles or a long circular needle for magic loop. Flat rectangles are simpler for a first project because there is only one seam.
How do I make a bigger or smaller pair?
Add or remove stitches in groups of four so the 2x2 rib still works. Changing the yarn weight or needle size also changes the finished size.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
