Principito Mittens – Baby Knitting Pattern

The Principito Mittens are designed for tiny hands, with a delicate picot edge and a charming mock cable motif that adds a lovely touch of texture. Small and thoughtful details give these baby mittens their own distinctive character. The mittens are worked using classic knitting techniques. In addition, the pattern includes clear, step-by-step written instructions, helpful photographs and video tutorials to guide you through the knitting, assembly and finishing.

Please note: This is a digital knitting pattern in PDF format. No physical product will be shipped.

Sizes: Preemie, Newborn, 1–3 months, 3–6 months.

Measurements — Hand Length: 8.5 (9) 9.5 (10) cm.

Yarn: 100% superwash merino wool, Sport / 5-ply.

Suggested yarn: DROPS Design Baby Merino (50 g = 175 m). Other suggested yarns: Adriafil Baby Wool; LANG Yarns Merino 200 (50 g = 203 m). Please check your gauge when using an alternative yarn.

Approximate yarn requirements: 10 (14) 15 (16) g.

Needles: 3 mm (US2.5, UK 11) and 3.25 mm (US3, UK10), straight or circular needles.

Gauge: 24 stitches × 32 rows = 10 cm / 4″ in stockinette stitch using 3.25 mm needles.

Materials: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors, satin ribbon or I-cord.

Stitches and Techniques Used: Stockinette stitch, garter stitch, mock cable stitch and eyelet row.

Pattern Format: Digital PDF knitting pattern, available in English and Spanish.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner (★★). See the Knitting Pattern Difficulty Guide.

Instructions: Clear, step-by-step written instructions, supported by helpful photographs and video tutorials to guide you through the knitting, assembly and finishing.

Video Tutorials: How to Sew the Seams

The Principito Mittens are part of the Principito collection, alongside the Principito Bonnet and Principito Booties. Explore the other patterns in the set.

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