Mittens

Gloves which cover the entire hand or fist but do not have separate finger openings or sheaths are called mittens. Mittens are warmer than other styles of gloves made of the same material because fingers maintain their warmth better when they are in contact with each other; reduced surface area reduces heat loss. What is […]

Tutorial: Sewing lining on a pair of mittens Mark two notches at the tip of the lining pieces for the glove pieces. The distance should be around 2.5 cm/1 inches. Stitch together the front and back pieces of the lining, Stop at the notches. Stitch the outer mittens and the cuffs. Pull the cuff over […]

The distance from the tip of your middle finger to the fold of your wrist (where your palm meets your wrist) is your hand length. Using a ruler or tape measure, record this distance for your dominant hand. If you don’t know which is the dominant hand, make them thumb wrestle to see which one […]

Mittens keep the fingers together, which allows them to keep each other warm. Gloves insulate each finger from its neighbours. If you wanted to keep the hands cool, this would be a good idea, right? But since warmth is the goal, we want the circulation into the hand to work as one unit, not as […]

It doesn’t matter if you use 100% wool, cotton or acrylic sweaters, this will work with all of them. The only requirement is that the sweater have long sleeves and that the wrist be tight. The cuff of the wrist becomes the cuff of the mitten, so a ribbed sleeve is best so it isn’t […]

Tutorial: Sewing lining on a pair of mittens Mark two notches at the tip of the lining pieces for the glove pieces. Stitch together the front and back pieces of the lining, Stitch the outer mittens and the cuffs. Pull the cuff over the mittens. Pull the lining over the mittens. How do you make […]

The durable leather palm is high quality, keeping out wet snow and water. It’s not the warmest of all mitts, nor the most durable, but it will suffice for average skier and snowboarder needs. If you are looking for a high-value mitten that’ll keep you warm through most winter conditions, this is the one to […]

This easy mittens knitting pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit in the round using the magic loop technique. I wanted to share with you a mitten pattern, that you can make in around 2-3 hours. How long do knitting projects take? If you are a frequent knitter you […]

Veyo Mittyz are a great mitten option for younger kids, babies, and toddlers. They’re some of the warmest mittens out there for little kids. Mittyz are a unique design and are high-quality, durable, and soft. What type of mittens are the warmest? What Material Makes the Warmest Mittens? Generally, a high-level down-fill will be the […]

Purchase a product that works to waterproof gloves and mittens, such as Nikwax Glove Proof. Wash and dry your gloves before applying a waterproofing solution. Products such as Glove Proof work best on clean gloves and mittens. How do you keep your gloves waterproof? Full-grain leather gloves are best treated with waterproofing waxes like Nikwax […]

Purchase a product that works to waterproof gloves and mittens, such as Nikwax Glove Proof. Wash and dry your gloves before applying a waterproofing solution. Products such as Glove Proof work best on clean gloves and mittens. Are wool mittens waterproof? Boiled wool mitts are made by repeatedly boiling heavy wool mittens in hot water […]

Merino wool provides warmth without being hot, and it has moisture wicking properties that keeps garments try to the touch. It’s great for knitting garments that are close to the body such as socks, hats, and mittens. Is merino good for mittens? Excellent for layering: fit really well under most other winter gloves to add […]

Put the sweater in a large pot filled about three quarters of the way full of water. Bring it to a boil and let it boil for about 5 -10 minutes. Boiling the wool shrinks it and makes the knit of the sweater dense. This provides a much warmer material to make the mittens. How […]

It probably comes as no surprise that wool is best for mitten and glove knitting. Sheep’s wool breathes, it will wick moisture away from the skin, and it’s naturally insulating, making it ideal for keeping your hands warm. What is the warmest material for mittens? What Material Makes the Warmest Mittens? Generally, a high-level down-fill […]

To shrink: soak the mittens in boiling hot water, squeeze them out and dry them on a radiator. I shrink mine in the drier on the hot setting, but this takes out some of the oil. Some men say to dry them in the freezer. How do you shrink a knitted item? If you want […]

Measure around the hand at the fullest part (exclude thumb) Measure from the tip of the middle finger to the base of the hand. Use the largest of these two measurements for the correct size glove. If you are right handed, take measurements from your right hand. If you are left handed, take measurements from […]

Shearling sheepskin gloves and mittens are the ultimate combination of fashion and function. Shearling sheepskin ensures that your hands stay warm, dry and comfortable. They are also hypoallergenic. Do ugg gloves keep your hands warm? And five years later, they’ve held up swimmingly, and they’re just as warm as they were the day I bought […]

Babies can stop wearing mittens and booties anytime soon as long as their nails are trim diligently to prevent scratching. Mostly parent will take off 2nd month onwards. But must make sure nails are trim all time else they will scratch their face. My babies only wear about 1-2 weeks after being born. How long […]

Ears, hands and feet are most at risk for frostbite, she says, so make sure they’re well covered. Most snowsuits fold over babies’ hands, but if yours doesn’t, you’ll need to put mittens on. Sonia Verma, a mom in Hamilton, Ont., has a trick for keeping mittens on tiny hands: putting kids’ socks over them. […]

Washing by Hand Mix cool water and a mild detergent such as Woolite in a small bowl. Soak a clean white cloth in the soap-and-water mixture and gently rub at any stains or surface dirt on the gloves. Squeeze the gloves between your hand and a clean towel to remove excess water. Can you wash […]