Chantal Mittens

* The Chantal Mittens are worked in the round in a slip stitch pattern, starting at the cuff. After shaping the thumb gusset with increases, the thumb stitches are placed on hold, and the hand is worked straight. The pattern includes two variations: fingerless mitts and classic mittens, each finished with tailored shaping. The thumb is completed last, ensuring a snug and polished fit. * Examples of knitted projects can be found on Instagram under the hashtag [#chantalmittens][1] *The fingerless mittens in the photo is made with Cashmere Classic col.519 by Cardiff. *The classic mittens in the photo is made with Cashmere Classic col.643 by Cardiff. **Sizes:** **S** / **M** / **L** / **XL** **Size guide:** The Chantal Mittens have a slim fit and are designed without positive ease. The sizes S / M / L / XL are designed to fit a hand circumference of 15-16 / 17-18 / 19-20 / 21-22 cm [6-6¼ / 6¾-7 / 7½-7¾ / 8¼-8½ in]. Before you begin, measure your hand to determine the right size. For example, if your hand circumference is 17 cm [6¾ in], you should knit size M. If you are between sizes, choose the smaller size to avoid excessive stretching during wear. **Suggested yarn:** **Classic mittens** (worked with one strand throughout the process): 50 / 50 / 75 / 75 g Cashmere Classic by Cardiff Cashmere 25 g = 120 m [110 yds]. **Fingerless mitts** (worked with one strand throughout the process): 50 / 50 / 50 / 75 g Cashmere Classic by Cardiff Cashmere 25 g = 120 m [110 yds]. **Suggested needles:** **Double-pointed needles:** 3 mm [US 2½] or long circular needles for the Magic Loop technique. **Notions:** Stitch markers, extra yarn or stitch holders, tapestry needle. **Gauge:** **After washing and blocking:** 30 sts x 44 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 in] in a slip stitch pattern on 3 mm [US 2½] needles. **Difficulty:** EXPERIENCED BEGINNER ★★☆☆☆ You can read more about the difficulty levels [here][2]. [1]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/chantalmittens [2]: https://morecaknit.com/pages/pattern-difficultly