Plus Side Mittens

“On the Plus Side…” While we can’t always change what is happening around us, we are always capable of adjusting our outlook. These mittens are intended to radiate positivity, reminding us to look on the bright side when things get difficult. Worked from cuff to tip, the stranded colorwork creates a happy array of plus signs to keep ‘on hand.’ Stay warm in both body and spirit with these cozy hand warmers, filled to the fingertips with positive vibes. Check out the matching hat to coordinate your style and complete the set!

SIZES
One size: 8.25” / 21 cm circumference; 11” / 28 cm total length
To be worn with 0-1” / 0-2.5cm positive ease

YARN
Lolodidit USA DK (100% Superwash Merino; 280 yards / 115 grams); recommended yardage includes 20% more than what was used in the sample:

MC (navy blue): 91 yds / 83 m
C1 (brown): 56 yds / 51 m
C2 (gold): 17 yds / 15 m
C3 (dark green): 17 yds / 15 m
C4 (light green): 23 yds / 21 m
C5 (light blue): 22 yds / 20 m
C6 (medium blue): 19 yds / 17 m
C7 (blue-purple): 11 yds / 10 m

Sample 1 shown in Narnia (MC), Dragonfly in Amber (C1), Parchment (C2), Sassenach (C3), Tea on the Green (C4), Ice Ice Baby (C5), Denim (C6), Erised (C7)
Sample 2 shown in Naked (MC), Royal (C1), Moraine (C2), Elba Island (C3), Just Ducky (C4), Troll Hair (C5), Sweetness (C6), Blazing 7’s (C7)

NEEDLES
US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 6 (4 mm), or as required to meet gauge: 16” (40 cm) circular for each size and DPNs in larger size

GAUGE
22 sts and 25 rounds = 4” / 10 cm in stranded colorwork

NOTIONS
2 stitch markers, tapestry needle, scrap yarn or stitch holder

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate