When the temperature drops, nothing feels better than slipping on a pair of cozy mittens. With the Double Seed Stitch Convertible Mittens crochet pattern by Kirsten Holloway, you can make your own perfect handwarmers. Whether it’s the chilly winter winds or the brisk fall breeze, these mittens are the perfect accessory to keep you warm as well as fully functional.
Why Convertible Mittens Are a Must-Have for Winter
Convertible mittens offer the best of both worlds. When warmth is your top priority, the flap guarantees full coverage keeping your fingers warm. Need to use your hands for precise tasks like typing on your cell phone or tying shoelaces? Just flip the flap back and enjoy the flexibility of fingerless gloves!
Not only does this design serve its purpose, but it also provides a fashionable look featuring a beautiful texture. Pairing perfectly with snug coats and scarves, these crochet mittens are a go-to winter accessory!
Materials Needed for Double Seed Stitch Mittens
For teen/adult size, you will need about 255 yards of worsted-weight yarn. The author recommends Red Heart Soft in Off-White, but you can use any other yarn or color that matches your wardrobe. You will also need 3.75 mm and 5 mm crochet hooks.
Step-by-Step Guide to Crocheting Convertible Mittens
The Double Seed Stitch Convertible Mittens is an intermediate pattern that works up into two parts: the body and the cuff. A 3.75 mm hook is used for crocheting the cuff to create a nicely fitted wrist. From there, work with the bigger hook on the mitten body in rounds. The fabric is warm and textured because it alternates single and double crochet stitches.
The challenging part — creating the fingerless glove flap — includes special stitches such as half double crochet in the third loop, front post double crochet, and surface slip stitching. Those places that some might find challenging are shown in clear photos.
This pattern is also very easy to modify. Just crochet fewer or more rows to adjust for the length of the hand of the person who will wear them.
