Simple Knits: Mittens & Gloves

Book excerpt: Easy-to-make mittens and gloves—the coziest winter gifts, hands down! This is a fantastic selection of knitting patterns from established designer and bestselling writer Claire Crompton, author of The Knitter’s Bible and Knitter’s Bible project books. Featuring strong designs across a range of styles for new-to-knitting readers, all the projects included are beginner, easy, or intermediate skill level—a majority are easy. Along with patterns and project instructions, you will also find an explanation of the abbreviations used, a knitting needle conversion chart, a skill level key, a standard yarn weight chart, knitting techniques, and making-up techniques.