Houndstooth mittens

> [Free blog version here][1]. > > Paid PDF options [in my shop][2], [on > Etsy][3], [on Payhip][4]. About the pattern ----------------- Use this Tunisian crochet houndstooth pattern to make elegant mittens with a perfect fit due to the thumb gusset construction. To make the pattern stand out, pick two colors of yarn with strong contrast and use a smaller hook than usual. All of these considerations are discussed in the video tutorial in which I show you how to make the stitches and where and how to switch the yarn colors. Skill level ----------- Beginner in Tunisian crochet. You use one color at a time, with two very basic Tunisian crochet stitches, the Tunisian simple stitch and the Tunisian purl stitch. Measurements ------------ See the attached table in the pattern photos. The table provides approximate sizes for the length of the mitten. Circumference between 15-28 cm or 6-11". Length between 16-21.5 cm or 6.25-8.5". Length adjustable. Thumb circumference between 6-8.5 cm or 2.3-3.3". Materials --------- Use a springy or elastic yarn with high twist, such as a high twist merino yarn, as this property of the yarn will make the mittens slightly elastic and more comfortable to put on and wear. * Yarn: DK weight or size 3, with 200-250 meters per 100 grams, in 2 colors; approximate usage per size: 40, 46 (50, 56) [60, 66] g per pair or 100, 110 (120, 140) [150, 160] meters (half for each color); * Hooks: 5.5 mm Tunisian crochet or straight hook; 3.5 mm regular crochet hook. * Tapestry needle, scissors. * Optional: 2 stitch markers for the thumb, 1 m elastic thread for the cuff. [1]: https://yarnandy.com/tunisian-crochet-houndstooth-pattern/ [2]: https://shop.yarnandy.com/houndstooth-fingerless-mittens-tunisian-crochet-pattern/ [3]: https://yarnandy.etsy.com/listing/1879168419 [4]: https://payhip.com/b/3N9QY