Are you looking for a cozy and stylish accessory to keep your hands warm during the chilly days? Look no further than the Andy Crochet Hand Warmers Pattern – a free crochet pattern that is perfect for beginners. With a skill level of easy, this pattern requires minimal supplies and produces a pair of fingerless gloves that are both functional and fashionable.
Materials Needed
Before you begin crocheting, make sure you have the following materials:
- Size J crochet hook (6.00 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Measuring tape
- 170 yards of Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice yarn in Linen (or any worsted weight (4) yarn)
- Two 1-inch cotton shell buttons
Finished Size
The finished hand warmers measure 8″ in height and have an 8″ circumference, making them one size fits most.
Crochet Abbreviations
Before you start crocheting, familiarize yourself with the following abbreviations used in this pattern:
- hdc = half double crochet
- ch = chain
- bl = back loop
- fl = front loop
- st = stitch
- sk = skip
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc2tog = single crochet 2 together
Pattern Instructions
Ribbing (make 2)
Foundation Row: Chain 7, single crochet in the second chain from the hook and single crochet in each chain across, turn (6 stitches).
Row 1: Chain 1, work in the back loop and single crochet in each stitch across, turn (6 stitches).
Rows 2-21: Repeat row 1 (6 stitches).
Finishing
Hold the ends together with the initial side of the ribbing on the inside and slip stitch 6 times evenly along the seam to form a circle. Do not fasten off yarn and proceed to the glove pattern below to continue.
Body of Glove
Round 1: Chain 1, work 21 half double crochets evenly around the top of the ribbing, slip stitch to the top of the first hdc (21 stitches).
Round 2: Chain 1, half double crochet in the front loop of each stitch around, slip stitch to the top of the first hdc (21 stitches).
Rounds 3-5: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around, slip stitch to the first sc (21 stitches).
Round 6: Chain 1, single crochet 2 in the first stitch, single crochet around until 1 stitch remains, 2 single crochet in the last stitch, slip stitch to the top of the first sc (23 stitches).
Round 7: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around, slip stitch to the first sc (23 stitches).
Forming the Thumb
Row 9: Repeat round 7 but do not slip stitch, turn your work (23 stitches).
Row 10-12: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch across, turn (23 stitches).
Finishing the Gloves
Round 13: Repeat row 10, slip stitch to the top of the first sc of the round (23 stitches).
Rounds 14-17: Follow the instructions as stated in previous rounds (21 stitches).
Round 18: Chain 1, slip stitch in each stitch around, slip stitch to the top of the first slip stitch, fasten off yarn (21 stitches).
Final Touches
Before completing your hand warmers, weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle. Optional: Attach the cotton shell buttons securely to the outside left of the glove using a 6″ piece of yarn and a yarn needle.
With your new Andy Crochet Hand Warmers, you can keep your hands cozy and stylish all season long. This easy and free crochet pattern is a great project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Stay warm and fashionable with this versatile accessory!
