Looking for a cozy winter accessory for the man in your life? Consider making these Basic Bulky Men’s Mittens using Megan Meyer’s free crochet pattern. It’s a simple, beginner-friendly project that works up very fast with bulky yarn. With its chunky feel, this pair will keep your guy’s hands warm during various activities. It’s a great gift idea for Christmas or Valenties’s Day!
Who Can Make These Mittens?
If you know half double crochet stitches and how to work in the round, you will make these crochet mittens with ease. The pattern features a very simple construction method and uses just one stitch. You will also do some basic shaping at the tip and thumb. It’s a suitable project for beginners looking for an easy and quick project.
What You’ll Need Before You Begin
For the Basic Bulky Men’s Mittens Pattern, you will need bulky weight yarn paired with a 6 mm crochet hook. The designer recommends using Loops & Threads Charisma, a 100% acrylic yarn perfect for creating a soft and warm pair of winter gloves. You can also go for any other yarn in the bulky weight category as long as it matches the gauge.
Basic Bulky Men’s Mittens – Easy Construction
The whole pattern is worked in the round with half double crochets. You will start at the top and continue crocheting the body, leaving a gap for the thumb. The gloves finish at the wrist area, which requires little shaping with decreases. Once the glove is ready, you need to add the thumb by working stitches around the opening.
Fit It Right – Simple Size Tweaks
Don’t know whether the gloves will fit your man perfectly? This crochet mitten pattern allows for easy adjustments by adding or subtracting rounds to help you make a comfortable pair for different hand sizes.
The best way to ensure a nice fit is to let your man try on the mitts as you go. However, if the gloves are meant as a gift, you can use your partner’s old pair as a reference for sizing.
