When I first picked up a ball of this yarn, it was as soft as a hug, so I knew I would have to make something with it. The mitts and headband can be made from only two balls, making them a little bit of luxury for everyday.

Knit in a cashmere/alpaca blend yarn, alternating cables create the ‘X’ and ‘O’ or “hugs and kisses” pattern on each item. The aran weight makes for a fast knitted set, ideal as a last-minute gift.

To make the mitts you need to know how to work in the round, follow a chart and follow shaping instructions at the same time.

To make the headband, you should know how to do a provisional cast on, kitchener or graft live stitches together, follow a chart and follow shaping instructions at the same time. You may choose to knit it flat and seam the ends together if you wish.

This pattern is available in kit form, with the matching yarn, at The Loop yarn store in Kensington, Calgary, AB.