Fish Mittens

Knitted fish mittens inspired by textile work in Northern Iceland. features colorwork and a fish motif. Intermediate level pattern- should have basic colorwork knowledge and feel comfortable working in the round on dpns. Happy knitting :) This is a weekend project, a good winter gift, and a stash buster. Fits size adult (women) YARN RECOMMENDATIONS: MC: 100g/~120m (bulky)- using 1 strand* CC: 50g/~60m (bulky)- using 1 strand* *specific recommendations below Main color (MC) Suggestions: “Malabrigo” Vientos (bulky) (Color 723 Indonesia) (1 skein) (100g) Contrasting color (CC) Suggestions: “Malabrigo” Vientos (bulky) (Color 704 Ivory) (1/2 skein) (50g) SUPPLIES: US 7 (4.5mm) dpns (x5) +1 more for rearranging st. Scissors Tapestry needle, to weave in ends Row counter (optional) GAUGE: for a 10x10 cm or 4” by 4” square 20 stitches by 24 rows in stockinette on US 7 (4.5mm needles) If required, change needle size to achieve the correct gauge. *wash and block for most accurate results The twisted German cast on is the recommended cast on throughout this pattern because of the stretchiness and ability to make the first row easy to knit.