Embossed Fingerless Mitts

Daydreaming about textural contrasts is the inspiration for these cosy fingerless mitts.

Knit in the round from the wrist down, the embossed appearance is created by outlined cables that smoothly merge into a ribbed texture for a snug fit.
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They are designed using the same stitch pattern as: 
Embossed Socks
Embossed Hat

Sizes:
Adult Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large) 
To fit hand circumference: 17 (18, 19, 20.5, 21.5) cm / 6.75 (7, 7.5, 8, 8.5) in

Finished Measurements:
Hand circumference (in Rib Pattern unstretched): 12 (13.5, 15, 16.5, 18) cm / 4.75 (5.25, 6, 6.5, 7) in 

Yarn:
135 (165, 200, 215, 250) m / 148 (181, 219, 236, 274) yds of 4 ply (Fingering) yarn 
Sample shown in Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering yarn;
(80% superwash fine highland wool, 20% polyamide; 326 m / 357 yds per 100g skein) 
​Colour: Parkrose; 1 skein; Size: Small

Needles & Notions:
2.25mm (US 1) DPNs
2.50mm (US 1 1/2) DPNs
(or sizes required to obtain gauge)
cable needle
3 stitch markers
tapestry needle
scrap yarn or stitch holder

Gauge: 
40 sts and 42 rnds = 10 cm / 4 in worked in Rib Pattern 
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Pattern Language: English

Skill level: Intermediate

Tech Editor: Cathy Susko