Mar 01 2009

Merion Mitts

Published by Mintyfresh at 5:34 pm under 08 FOs, Patterns, finished objects, hand coverings

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?

merion mitts (by mintyfreshflavor)

Get your hands ready for the last burst of winter—and keep your fingers warm on those spring (or fall) days when it’s not quite warm enough to be without knitted goods—with the Merion Mitts, my latest pattern!

merion mitts (by mintyfreshflavor)

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!

25 Responses to “Merion Mitts”

  1. # leoon 01 Mar 2009 at 6:04 pm

    Hooray Minty!! Thank you for all your hard work and yet another great pattern. <3

  2. # Ashleyon 01 Mar 2009 at 6:36 pm

    Remember how FREAKISHLY WARM that day was?

  3. # Heather Ron 01 Mar 2009 at 7:06 pm

    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.

  4. # grumperinaon 01 Mar 2009 at 7:15 pm

    I love the seed stitch on the inside of the thumb! So cute!

  5. # Janeton 01 Mar 2009 at 8:58 pm

    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!

  6. # Jill J.on 01 Mar 2009 at 9:37 pm

    You are so amazing, this pattern is stunning.
    Yet another thing I want :)

  7. # whitneyon 01 Mar 2009 at 9:47 pm

    Gorgeous! I love the seed stitch palm!

  8. # whitneyon 01 Mar 2009 at 10:16 pm

    They’re spectacular!!

  9. # maion 01 Mar 2009 at 11:25 pm

    awesome pattern, erin! looks great :)

  10. # reluctantmangoon 02 Mar 2009 at 12:56 pm

    So sweet! I love the textured palms.

    I want to know about Ashley’s orange sweater too…

  11. # Knitterella Purlon 02 Mar 2009 at 1:23 pm

    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 :)

  12. # Heatheron 02 Mar 2009 at 1:25 pm

    These are fantastic, can’t wait to cast on!!

  13. # Beckyon 03 Mar 2009 at 1:55 pm

    Are these named after Merion at BMC????? (I lived in Rock.)

  14. # tiennieon 03 Mar 2009 at 5:19 pm

    That is such an awesome pattern Minty!!

  15. # Fionaon 03 Mar 2009 at 8:28 pm

    Just downloaded the pattern and ordered some Malabrigo. I can’t wait! Thanks Minty :)

  16. # Rebeccaon 06 Mar 2009 at 9:21 am

    Those are fabulous mittens, I love the textures.

  17. # Mrs MJWon 06 Mar 2009 at 11:11 pm

    Lovely mittens….and such a nice job. Bravo!

  18. # Andreaon 18 Mar 2009 at 9:13 am

    Great mittens!!

  19. # novaon 20 Mar 2009 at 8:56 pm

    I meant to put this in print…these mittens are fabulous, and so, of course, are you.

  20. # Elissaon 11 May 2009 at 10:08 am

    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!

  21. # Martaon 20 May 2009 at 11:38 am

    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

  22. # Kathyon 16 Jun 2009 at 2:53 pm

    Hi there. Hope you are well… I’ve missed reading your blog during your knitting break.

  23. # Meganon 25 Jul 2009 at 6:04 pm

    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

  24. # Beckieon 08 Nov 2009 at 9:31 pm

    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

  25. # Adaon 21 Dec 2009 at 12:02 pm

    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.

Comments RSS

Leave a Reply