These are the bulky version of the Driftless Mitts. They are knit in the round from the bottom up, increasing to form the thumb, finishing with simple colorwork at the top. They are named for the beautiful autumn colours abundant in the Driftless Region of Western Wisconsin.
Driftless Mitts Bulky
Materials Needed Yarn
Ashford Tekapo 12 ply/bulky weight yarn
in 2 colors (or any 12 ply/bulky yarn to achieve guage)
Quantities needed
Color 1: 53–90 yards Color 2: 13–18 yards
needles
4mm/US Size 6 double pointes needles (DPNs)
Or needle sizes to obtain gauge.
notions
Tapestry needle (for finishing)
Stitch markers (between 2 and 6 depending on personal preference)
Gauge
9 stitches and 12 rows = two inches
Finished Measurements
Finished gloves are approx. 3.5 inches wide and 8 inches tall.