Classroom: Crocheted Handwarmers - 1 Stitch 3 Ways Pattern

“Three stitch patterns using only single crochet.”

• about the DESIGN

One simple little stitch—single crochet—can look so very different with just a few minor tweaks. The different textures come from the way the hook is inserted into the stitch in the row below--we'll show you how!   Three little must-have accessories explore this phenomenon. Make one pair. Or make all three!

TUTORIALS IN THIS PATTERN:

• Three stitch patterns using only single crochet
• Slip stitch seaming.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: chain stitch, single crochet, slip stitch, and keeping row edges straight. Need help with any of these techniques? See our Learn-To-Crochet Companion booklet.

• basic DETAILS

FINISHED SIZE
All Handwarmers: Approx. 6½"/17cm circumference around palm; 7"/18 cm long.

YARN
Approx. 150 yds/137m of worsted-weight yarn for each pair (ball band should suggest a knitted gauge of approx. 18 stitches = 4"/10cm).
We used 1 skein each Manos del Uruguay Maxima (219 yds/200m) in Color 2426 Stratus (Basic Handwarmers), Color 2545 Pewter (Ribbed Handwarmers), and Color 2590 Natural (Textured Handwarmers).

HOOKS & NOTIONS
US H/8 (5mm) crochet hook, or size to obtain gauge.
Blunt darning needle to finish.
Optional: 2 locking markers to mark turning chains.

GAUGE
Approx. 18 sc = 4"/10cm over stitch patterns.