Pursuit of Jade Mittens

逐玉 , or Pursuit of Jade, is inspired by the Chinese novels and drama of the same name. This popular drama turned heads with its stunning visuals and storyline. These mittens carry the same name and feature a cute pig on the palm, an ode to the female lead in this series. The right hand character stands for “pursuit” and the left hand stands for “jade.” The thumb design is reminiscent of a pheasant feather, symbolizing martial valor and courage in Chinese cultural history. *** Adjusting gauge will allow some flexibility in sizing. Skills needed - How to read a knitting chart, stranded colorwork knitting, how to increase and decrease stitches, how to put stitches on hold for thumb Materials: Fingering weight yarn: MC~ 230-235 yards CC ~ 105-110 yards US 1/ 2.25mm needles (shorties, DPNs, and/ or circular needles for magic loop method) Stitch marker(s) Tapestry needle Scrap yarn for thumb (smooth is best, ~12”) Finished size if knit according to gauge: Circumference: ~20.5cm/ 8” Total length (including cuff): ~24.75cm/ 9.75” Palm length (from thumb hole to tip): ~ 14cm/ 5.5” Suggested st gauges (fair isle blocked) for other finished circumferences: 7.5” —-> 42sts 8.5” --> 38 sts 9” —-> 36 sts Gauge: 40 sts x 42 rounds 4” x 4” colorwork pattern in the round, blocked Craft: KNITTING Skill Level: Intermediate Language: English only