One of the most popular droids in the Star Wars galaxy, R2-D2 is a common astromech droid—a brave and independent character who, as a result of his classification, is often unnoticed and underestimated by foes. Shaped like a small domed cylinder on moving hydraulic arm shafts and equipped with a language of beeps and whistles, Artoo is a veritable pocketknife with a myriad of tools and surprises hidden in his compartments. He can even fly! A key member of the Rebellion often paired with his counterpart C-3PO, this plucky droid plays an important role in nearly every film.

Knit from the bottom up in the round, these Fair Isle mittens start with a cable cast on and a simple 1x1 ribbed cuff. Stranded colorwork creates an R2-D2 on the hand side, while a secret message from the droid is worked across the palm. After the traditional mitten shaping is complete, the remaining stitches are grafted together, then an afterthought solid-colored thumb is worked.

Size
One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Hand Circumference: 8½ in. / 22 cm
Length: 13¾ in. / 35 cm

YARN
Fingering weight (super fine #1) yarn, shown in Brooklyn Tweed Peerie (100% USA-grown superwash merino wool; 210 yd. / 192 m per 1¾ oz. / 50 g hank)
Color A: Admiral (blue), 2 hanks
Color B: Thaw (white), 1 hank
Color C: Kettle (black), 1 hank
Color D: Firebrush (red), 1 hank

NEEDLES
US 0 / 2 mm, 32 in. / 80 cm long circular needle, or set of 4 or 5 double-pointed needles
US 2½ / 3 mm, 32 in. / 80 cm long circular needle, or set of 4 or 5 double-pointed needles or size needed to obtain gauge

NOTIONS
Stitch markers
Stitch holder or waste yarn
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
39 sts and 35 rnds = 4 in. / 10 cm in chart patt with larger needles
Make sure to check your gauge.