Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Worsted weight yarn (approx. 150-200 yards)
- Crochet hook (size H-8 / 5mm)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
- Button (optional for flaps)
Measurements:
- Length: Approximately 7-8 inches from wrist to the top of the glove.
- Width: Fits an average adult hand; adjust by adding or reducing stitches.
- Gauge:
- 4 sc = 1 inch
- 4 rows = 1 inch
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- sp: space
- st: stitch
- BLO: back loop only
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
Stitching Instructions for Making the Moss Stitch Fingerless Gloves Pattern:
Step 1: Cuff
- Foundation Row: Ch 12. This will determine the width of your cuff; adjust the chain length for a wider or narrower cuff.
- Row 1: Sc in the second ch from the hook and in each remaining ch across. (11 sc total)
- Row 2: Ch 1, turn. Sc in the back loop only (BLO) of each st across. This creates the ribbed texture.
- Repeat Row 2: Continue until the cuff wraps snugly around the wrist. For most adult sizes, this will be about 30 rows (approximately 7 inches), but adjust as needed for your wrist size.
- Join the Cuff:
- Bring the short ends of the cuff together.
- Sl st through the BLO of one side and the foundation loops of the other side to seam the cuff into a circle.
Step 2: Hand Section (Moss Stitch Pattern)
- Set-Up Round:
- With the RS facing, ch 1. Work sc stitches evenly along the edge of the cuff to create a foundation for the glove’s hand section. Aim for about 28-32 sc, but adjust the stitch count to fit the width of your hand.
- Sl st to the first sc to join.
- Round 1 (Start Moss Stitch):
- Ch 1, sc in the first st, ch 1, skip the next st, sc in the next st.
- Ch 1, skip 1 st, sc in the next st; repeat from to around.
- Sl st to the first sc to join.
- Round 2:
- Ch 1, sc in the first ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip the next sc, sc in the next ch-1 sp.
- Ch 1, sc in the next ch-1 sp; repeat from to around.
- Sl st to the first sc to join.
- Repeat Moss Stitch Rounds: Continue repeating Round 2, maintaining the moss stitch pattern (sc in each ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip 1) until the glove measures about 6-7 inches from the cuff edge.
Step 3: Thumb Opening
- Round for Thumb Opening:
- Work moss stitch across the first 20 sts (or adjust for thumb placement based on hand size).
- Leave 6 sts unworked (adjust for thumb width), ch 6, skip these unworked sts, and continue moss stitch pattern around.
- Sl st to the first sc to join.
- Resume Moss Stitch: On the next round, work moss stitch into the newly created ch-6 sp and continue around.
- Continue for Hand Length: Work moss stitch rounds until the glove reaches your desired length, approximately 1-2 inches above the thumb opening.
Step 4: Finishing
- Fasten Off: Cut the yarn, leaving a tail. Pull the tail through the loop to secure.
- Weave in Ends: Use the yarn needle to weave in any loose ends.
- Optional Decoration: Add buttons, embroidery, or other embellishments to personalize your gloves.
Tips for Adjustments:
- Width: Adjust the number of sc stitches in the foundation round of the hand section to make the gloves looser or tighter.
- Length: Add or reduce the number of moss stitch rounds to make the gloves shorter or longer.
- Thumb Opening: Adjust the number of skipped stitches and chain stitches for larger or smaller thumbs.
Enjoy your cozy, stylish Moss Stitch Fingerless Gloves!
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