Autumn leaf fingerless gloves

**THE AUTUMN LEAF FINGERLESS GLOVES:** The handwarmers are designed to be a snug fit with a slight mesh, open knit look. They come in two sizes, XS/S and M/L. Knit with rustic spun cashmere the gloves are light and highly elastic. Designed with up to 4 cm of negative ease, the warmers will stretch comfortably over your palm while holding a snug fit. **Skill Level:** Intermediate, or adventurous beginners comfortable with the techniques listed below. **Skills used:** Knitting in the round with 4 double pointed needles Lace knitting (yarn over, knit two together, slip slip knit) Knitting a thumb gusset on 4 double pointed needles Picking up stitches **Measurements (cm):** XS/S (M/L) To fit hand circumference ~16-18 (~18-20) **Measured at the widest part of the palm (below the knuckles) and excluding the thumb.* Measurements of finished gloves: Circumference: 14 (16) Length: 19 (19) Thumb length: 4 (4) Thumb circumference: 5 (6) **Recommended ease:** Choose a size with approx. 2-4cm (0.75-1.5in) of negative ease for a snug fit. Due to the elasticity of the cashmere yarn and the needles size, the fabric stretches significantly. Choose a size based on how snug you prefer your gloves. **The gloves in the photos are made in size XS/S, hand circumference 17.5 cm (approx. 6.8 in).* **Materials needed:** 4x 3.5 mm (US 4) double pointed needles Scissors & darning needle  Stitch marker, stitch holders **Yarn:** XS/S(M/L) Approx. 18(23)grams, or 70(90)meters (77(99)yds) of fingering weight cashmere yarn. *The yarn used in the shown design is from Háhóll goat farm located in south-east Iceland; A rustic, small-batch yarn with natural thick-and-thin variations that give the fabric a beautiful, soft, fuzzy bloom.*