Snow Mountain Mittens Pattern

If you’re looking for a quick and satisfying mitten knitting pattern, you’re in the right place!

These Snow Mountain Mittens knit up fast and will keep your hands warm all winter long.

Using super bulky yarns, simple stitches, and the magic loop method, you’ll have a cozy pair of mittens in no time.

Whether you’re knitting for yourself or gifting a loved one, this pattern is advanced, beginner-friendly, and packed with exclusive tips to help you along the way.

If you’re new to knitting mitten patterns or learning how to knit in the round, this is a great project to practice on.

An Easy & Quick Mittens Knitting Pattern

This pattern is ideal for advanced beginner knitters who want to explore knitting with double pointed needles (DPNs) or the magic loop technique.

You’ll learn how to shape the thumb gusset, work with two colors of yarn, and create a proper fit for your hands.

Skills you’ll practice:

• Stockinette stitch.
• Simple increases and decreases (K2tog, SSK).
• Working with two threads for colorwork.
• Creating a gauge swatch for the correct gauge.
• How to achieve the perfect fit for your hand circumference and hand length.

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Yarn and Supplies

To knit these mittens, you’ll need the following:

Yarn:

• Main Color (MC): Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Graphite
• Contrasting Color (CC): Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Fisherman
• Scrap yarn for holding stitches
• Any super bulky (06) wool will work as a substitute.

Needles & Notions:

• Stitch holder
• Needle size: 10.00 mm (US 15) circular knitting needles (for the magic loop method) or DPNs
• Stitch markers (PM)
• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
• Scissors

How to Choose the Right Mitten Pattern Size

These mittens are designed to fit a women’s medium hand circumference, but they can be easily adjusted by modifying the gauge or needle size.

• Finished Measurements (laid flat): 8-inch circumference / 10 inches long (including cuff)
• Gauge: 10 sts and 15 rounds = 4in/10cm in Stockinette stitch

To ensure a proper fit, make a gauge swatch before starting.

How Do You Knit Mittens?

This mitten knitting pattern is worked in the round from the cuff to the fingertips.

You’ll start with ribbing, knit the palm, shape the thumb gusset, and finish with a decrease at the fingertips.

The thumb is knit separately before being attached to the mitten body.

Knitting Abbreviations

Knitting Abbreviations And Terms (US And UK)

• Approx – Approximately
• Beg – Begin(ning)
• CO – Cast on
• Cont – Continue(ing)
• K – Knit
• K2tog – Knit the next two stitches together
• P – Purl
• PM – Place marker
• M1L – Make one left
• M1R – Make one right
• Rem – Remaining
• Rep – Repeat
• Rnd(s) – Round(s)
• SM – Slip markers
• St(s) – Stitch(es)

Pattern Instructions

The Cuff

1. CO 18 sts using MC.
2. Join in the round (PM to mark the beginning), being careful not to twist stitches.
3. K1, P1 ribbing for 2 inches.
4. Next round: K8, M1L, K1, repeat once (2 sts increased = 20 sts).
5. Knit 3 rounds.

Thumb Gusset

1. K9, PM, M1R, K1, M1L, PM, K10 (2 sts increased = 22 sts).
2. Knit 1 round.
3. K9, SM, M1R, K3, M1L, SM, K10 (2 sts increased = 24 sts).
4. Knit 1 round.
5. K9, SM, MR, K5, M1L, SM, K10 (2 sts increased = 26 sts).
6. Knit 1 round.
7. K9, remove PM, place 7 sts on a stitch holder, remove PM, CO 1 st, K10 (20 sts).

Body

1. Knit 6 rounds in MC.
2. CO 1 st, then work stranded colorwork:
   • K2 MC, K1 CC, repeat to the end of the round. (21 sts)
3. Knit 1 round in MC.
4. K1 CC, K2 MC, repeat to the end of the round.
5. Knit 1 round in CC.
6. K2 CC, K1 MC, repeat to the end of the round.
7. Knit 1 round in CC.

Decrease Rounds

1. K2tog, K6, K2tog, K2tog, K6, K2tog (17 sts).
2. K2tog, K4, K2tog, repeat (13 sts).
3. K2tog, K2, K2tog, repeat (9 sts).
4. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight to close.

Thumb

1. Place held stitches on needles, pick up 1 stitch (8 sts total).
2. Knit 8 rounds.
3. K2tog to end (4 sts).
4. Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches, and pull tight to close.
5. Weave in ends.
6. There is a video tutorial to help you knit the thumb of a mitten over on my YouTube channel here.

How to Finish Your Mittens

Turn the mittens inside out and use your yarn needle to close any gaps at the thumb base.

Block lightly for the best hand length and perfect fit.

Repeat the pattern for the second mitten.

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Looking for more inspiration? Check out these mitten knitting patterns:

• Easy Mittens Knitting Pattern
• Fuzzy Knit Mittens Pattern (Soft + Cozy)
• The Bernie Knitted Mittens Pattern {Quick Knit}

Happy knitting!

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