Wow! Can you believe we are only 10 days out from Christmas?! I’m scrambling to get those last minute gifts together, and thought you might be doing the same, so this week’s free fingerless gloves crochet pattern is something that works up in an hour or two. It also matches my Primrose and Proper Slouch hat, and either the Primrose and Proper Super Scarf, or the Primrose and Proper Cowl so you can make a complete set for that special person, or charity. I’ve had several requests for a set of fingerless gloves or mitts to go with the other pieces, and I hope you get much enjoyment out of this pattern!
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These fingerless gloves are worked sideways to begin, then you will fold the rectangle in half, put the edging on both ends, and then sew up the sides leaving room for the thumb hole. It’s pretty easy, and once you make the first glove the second should go very quickly.
Materials Needed:
4.5mm hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge (a 5mm (I) hook should work as well)
80-100 yards Red Heart Super Saver in Aran
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stitches Used:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
Gauge:
15 hdc stitches in 4″
Measurements:
When finished, 3 1/4″ wide, by 7 1/4″ long.
Additional Stitches:
Stitching in the “3rd loop” of hdc. After turning, work all stitches for that row in the 3rd loop of the hdc from previous row (it will be in the front). Instructions: Look at the top of the stitch, and locate the sideways “V”, bend the stitch to look at the back*, and you should see another “V”. You’ll be working into the back loop of that “V”, this is called the 3rd loop. *When working in rows, this loop will be facing you!
Still stuck? Here is a video tutorial that explains how to work in the 3rd loop of a hdc:
Primrose and Proper Fingerless Gloves Crochet Pattern:
Ch 25
Row 1: hdc in 3rd ch from hook (skipped chains count as first hdc), and in each stitch across (24)
Row 2: ch 2, (counts as first hdc), turn, and hdc in each stitch across (24)
Row 3: ch 2 (counts as first hdc), turn, and hdc in 3rd loop of next hdc from previous row, and in each remaining 3rd loop. Your final hdc of the row will go in the top of ch 2 from previous row. (24)
Row 4: ch 2 (counts as an hdc), turn, [sc, ch 2, sc] in 2nd stitch, *skip 2 stitches, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next* At the end you will have one stitch left, put an hdc in that stitch (top of ch 2 from previous row). (24)
Row 5: ch 3 (counts as dc), turn, 2 dc in first ch 2 space from previous row, *3 dc in next ch 2 space* in the final ch 2 space put 2 dc, and 1 dc in the top of the ch 2 from previous row. (24)
Row 6: ch 2, turn (counts as first hdc), hdc in each stitch across. (24)
Repeat rows 3-6 three more times for a total of 4 pattern repeats, then fold your rectangle in half and work the next rows around the end of the rectangle
Edging:
Row 1: evenly space 24 sc along the edge of the piece. Join to first sc (24)
Row 2: ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in first stitch, skip stitch *[sc, ch 2, sc] in first stitch, skip stitch* join with sl st to first sc (12 bumps)
Fasten off and weave I ends.
Attach yarn to other end of glove, and repeat rows 1 and 2.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Cut length of yarn and sew up the side of the glove leaving an opening about 1 inch long for your thumb to stitch through.
For the second glove sew up the open side from the opposite end-this way your stitches will match on both gloves when you wear them.
Fasten off and weave in all ends
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This pattern was made to be used by individuals, and small business crocheters alike. Selling your finished pieces in boutiques, at farmer’s markets, craft shows and other events is encouraged! The only thing I require is that it not be used commercially to produce millions of copies.
Thx for the lovely free pattern
You’re welcome!
Thank you for your pattern? I am confused by this instruction on the edging: ” evenly space 24 sc along the edge of the piece. Join to first sc (24)”. What edge are you referring to? Any how do we join to the first SC? Do you have any photos to show us your meaning? Thanks!
You will work the single crochet stitches along the edge of the rectangle, and then join with a slip stitch, just like if you were working in the round. If you have never joined with a slip stitch before it’s really simple, and there should be plenty of tutorials on YouTube that can show you how! 🙂
I’m confused here too. It says to fold the rectangle in half and THEN sc around the edge. That would close it up completely. And if you just do the 24 sc around the whole rectangle and slip stitch to 1st sc, wpuodnt that be a lot more than 24 sc? I’m confused on this part.
I’m sorry the wording confused you. Yes, you will be working single crochets around the end of the rectangle, forming a tube and then joining to the first stitch with a slip stitch. 24 stitches works out to roughly 1 stitch in the side of every row in the section you just completed. I hope that clarifies!
This set looks very pretty and delicate. Thank you for sharing it with us. ?
You’re welcome, Cindy! It’s my pleasure!
Hi Kristen,
Thank you for this gorgeous set. This is what I have been looking for to make for my daughters and myself. I cannot wait to start making them for Christmas presents. I only hope I can get them done in time. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Merry Christmas, Darlene! I’m glad you like them, and hope you can get them done in time too! 😀
I just recently got into crocheting and my sister wanted a set of pretty knitwear – this primrose and proper set has been amazing, even for a beginner like me, and they are crocheting up beautifully. Thanks so much for the patterns!
That’s wonderful to hear! I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the designs made with this stitch pattern!
Just to clarify, I can make these and sell on Etsy? Do I need to put your link on there if I make them? Thanks, Melissa
You sure can! I’d appreciate a link back here as well. 🙂