Inspired by the phases of our beloved moon, these Luna Mittens depict half of the moon’s cycle in either full or open moon motifs. This stranded colorwork pattern is worked in the round using two colors with an “Eclipse” dark CC on light MC option and a “Starry Night” light CC on dark MC option in four sizes.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Needles
Set of four or five US 3 (3.25 mm) double pointed needles or set of circular needles for knitting in the Magic Loop method;

Set of four or five US 5 (3.75 mm) double pointed needles or set of circular needles for knitting in the Magic Loop method;

Or any needle that achieves gauge/desired size.

Yarn & Yardage
Two contrasting colors in DK weight

MC = 120 - 140 yards / 110 - 128 m
CC = 90 - 120 yards / 83 - 110 m

Your MC/CC usage will vary depending on which color you choose to knit your cuff. Sample pictures with approximate yardage for both options are included in the pattern.

Notions
Tapestry needle
3 stitch markers
Scissors
Scrap yarn or stitch holder

SIZING & GAUGE

Sizing
Available in 5 adult sizes (measured at longest/widest points when laid flat:
Small | 7” / 18 cm x 3.75” / 9.5 cm (9.5” / 24 cm total length including cuff)
Small Extended | 7.5” / 19 cm x 3.75” / 9.5 cm (10” / 25 cm total length including cuff)
Large | 8” / 20 cm x 4.25” / 11 cm (10.5” / 27 cm total length including cuff)
Large Extended | 8.5” / 21 cm x 4.25” / 11 cm (11” / 28 cm total length including cuff)
Large Extended+ | Same dimensions as Large Extended with additional .5” / 1 cm length added to thumb

Schematic available in pattern to better illustrate sizing.

Gauge
26 stitches and 28 rows for 4” (10 cm) square measured over colorwork pattern after blocking using US 5 (3.75 mm) needles.

If sharing your progress and finished piece on Instagram or other social networks, please use the hashtag #LunaMittens so I can admire your beautiful work! Happy knitting, friend!