Elf Friend

Suddenly he stopped and stammered, overcome with surprise to hear himself saying such things. But Goldberry laughed.

“Welcome!” she said. “I had not heard that folk of the Shire were so sweet-tongued. But I see you are an elf-friend; the light in your eyes and the ring in your voice tells it. This is a merry meeting! …”

-- Goldberry to Frodo, The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien

The Elf Friend gloves are an understatedly elegant yet practical accessory with an Art Deco feel. Twisted ribbing extends into columns of ribbing on the back of the hand, with knotwork accents. The reversed stocking stitch background creates visual interest and a smooth feeling fit. A perfect pair of gloves for the gentleman or lady on the town.

Materials Needed:

- @155 (195; 250) yards dk weight yarn

- 3mm (US 2 1/2) circular or dpn needles or size needed to make gauge

- 2.75mm (US 2) circular or dpn needles or one size smaller than needle for gauge

- pieces of scrap yarn (flexible stitch holders) if desired, multiple colours of yarn to denote holders A, B, C, and D

- stitch marker to mark gusset stitches

- additional marker to mark start of rounds (optional)

Finished Sizes:

Small - fits 6” palm; Medium – fits 7” palm; Large – fits 8” palm

Gauge: 26 sts x 34 rows in reverse stocking stitch

Instruction Format:

This pattern is entirely written; you do not need to use the charts to work this pattern.

This pattern is partially charted; you will need to use the written instructions to work the cuffs, fingers, and thumbs of this pattern.