No, I can't believe it's November already either, but here it is. And with it comes my latest pattern release. Alternating Current Flip-Top mitts are the perfect halfway accessory on days when you need a bit more than a fingerless mitt, but you still also need to be able to use your phone, your keys, coins, buckles, or anything else that requires more manual dexterity than you get with regular mittens on. These differ from your usual flip-top mitts though because the flip top is knitted as a fold-back flap rather than the normal button-back top. I find those so fiddly to use. Cold fingers and small buttons don't really mix, and when the button drops off you're left with the flap waving around like a flag!
I was inspired by the fold-back cuffs on my sons' snowsuits when they were toddlers. The end of the sleeve had a second layer which folded over the hands to keep them warm, or folded back if you wanted their hands free. However, those had quite blunt ends and unless the sleeve was long or the fist was bunched, there didn't seem to be quite enough room.
Using short rows I have made the fold-back flap shaped to allow enough room for the longer fingers in the middle but without making things draughty for the little finger at the end! Clever, huh?!
I was inspired by the fold-back cuffs on my sons' snowsuits when they were toddlers. The end of the sleeve had a second layer which folded over the hands to keep them warm, or folded back if you wanted their hands free. However, those had quite blunt ends and unless the sleeve was long or the fist was bunched, there didn't seem to be quite enough room.
Using short rows I have made the fold-back flap shaped to allow enough room for the longer fingers in the middle but without making things draughty for the little finger at the end! Clever, huh?!
See? Fingers when you need them - cosy covers when you don't!
The afterthought thumb is closed, but you could leave the end open if you prefer.
The photos were taken on a cross-channel ferry between Dunkerque and Dover. It was a lovely calm crossing, sunny but chilly, and I was actually glad I'd brought the mitts along for photographing because it meant I could stay outside and enjoy the sunshine without getting cold fingers.
The afterthought thumb is closed, but you could leave the end open if you prefer.
The photos were taken on a cross-channel ferry between Dunkerque and Dover. It was a lovely calm crossing, sunny but chilly, and I was actually glad I'd brought the mitts along for photographing because it meant I could stay outside and enjoy the sunshine without getting cold fingers.
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