Mikkel Selbu Mittens

These mittens pattern come in two sizes: approx. size 8-10 years, and women's size. They are knitted according to the Norwegian Selbu mitten tradition; two stranded in the round, with a gusseted thumb, and pointed tip. The mittens have a ribbed cuff, and a tesselating motif on the front of the hand. The pattern is both written and charted, and it has lots of explanations with photos of the different techniques, and tips for achieving the best result. It uses basic increases and decreases (including SK2P), and the thumb hole is made by placing stitches on hold until the hand is done. The pattern also contains a separate PDF with all charts right side up for use with digital trackers. **Gauge:** 36 sts & 36 r per 10 cm (4") **Note! The stitch count is higher than suggested on yarn label. This is to make the fabric of the mittens denser.** **Materials:** * Yarn: Wool yarn with ~175 m per 50 grams (used in example is Finull by Rauma Garn) Approx. usage: 8-10 years MC: 35 grams CC: 20 grams, Woman MC: 45 gr CC: 25 gr * Dpns size 2.0 mm or size needed to achieve gauge * Scrap yarn or stitch holder for thumb stitches * Darning needle **Meaurements:** 8-10 years: Hand length: 16.5 cm (6.5") Total length: 22.5 cm (8.9") Circumference hand: 19 cm (7.5") Woman: Hand length: 19 cm (7.5") Total length: 27 cm (10.6") Circumference hand: 20 cm (7.8")