Socks vs. Fingerless Mitts

Ever cast on for some socks and decide the yarn is just too darned pretty to hide in your shoes? This simple pattern is how I changed my mind and made some awesome striped fingerless mittens! **Please Note:** Many people have mentioned that these run large, especially at the wrist area. I am a tight knitter. If you want to decrease the cast on to 56 as I did when using Kroy sock yarn (a bit thicker yarn) or knit in a rib, that will make it more fitted. Some knitters have done some wrist decreases.