Need a quick baby gift for a new mom in your life? These Simple Crochet Baby Mittens are just the ticket! This free pattern is made with simple half double crochet stitches with a full video tutorial.
Design Story and Inspiration for Our Infant Mittens
I’ve so enjoyed having a baby model again! Now, those of you who know me know that we are done having babies (four boys is all we can handle!), but I always jump at the chance to have a friend’s baby model.
You really need a good pair of baby mittens because those sharp little nails can stratch baby’s face, so I created a quick and easy mitten pattern for babies that doesn’t have a thumb to worry about! Also great to keep those precious little hands warm on chilly winter days!
Yarn Options for This Pair of Crochet Mittens
These Simple Crochet Baby Mitts use such a small amount of yarn that they make a great stash buster, and they work up super quickly which makes them awesome for craft fairs, last minute gifts, or any time.
I used Lion Brand LB Collection Mako Cotton again, which I love. It’s affordable, great for babies and home, and has a wonderful feel to it. Keep in mind, though, that this yarn is not machine washable.
I chose a neutral color, but they make some amazing shades of this yarn that would be perfect for babies. You can check them all out here.
You can use any worsted weight yarn that gets gauge, so use up your stash or buy your favorite yarn for these warm mittens for baby.
Simple Crochet Baby Mitts
What You’ll Need
Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Mako Cotton, (worsted weight yarn, category #4), 1 skein Light Gray
Crochet Hook: US size G (4.00m) and H (5.00mm)
Notions: Tapestry needle or yarn needle, scissors
Skill Level: Easy
Size: Newborn (0-3, 3-6 months), 3 1/2 (4 ½, 5)” circumference. Shown in newborn size.
Gauge: 16 sts and 12 rows = 4” [10 cm] in hdc with larger hook
Abbreviations:
Blo (back loop only): Work in the back loop of the stitches indicated.
Half double crochet (hdc)
Notes:
Ch 2 at beginning of row or round does not count as hdc.
If you have trouble finding the first stitch of the round, use a stitch marker in the first stitch.
Free Baby Mittens Crochet Pattern
Ribbed Cuffs
With smaller hook, ch 8.
Row 1: Hdc in 3rd ch from hook and each ch across – 6 sts.
Row 2: Ch 2, hdc blo of each st.
Rep Row 2 until piece measures 3 (4, 4 1/2)” from beginning, ending with a WS row, join with sl st to form circle.
Change to larger hook.
Body
Rnd 1: Hdc 12 (18, 20) sts evenly across long edge of the cuff; join with slip st to turning ch – 12 (18, 20) sts.
Rnds 2-6: Ch 2, hdc evenly around; join with slip st to turning ch.
Shape Top
Rnd 1: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 4 (7, 8) sts, hdc2tog, hdc to end – 10 (16, 18) sts.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 3 (6, 7) sts, hdc2tog, hdc to end – 8 (14, 16) sts.
Fasten off for newborn and skip to finishing.
Sizes 0-3 (3-6 months) Only
Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 5 (6) sts, hdc2tog, hdc to end – 12 (14) sts.
Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 4 (5) sts, hdc2tog, hdc to end – 10 (12) sts.
Fasten off for 0-3 months and skip to finishing.
Size 3-6 months Only
Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc in next 4 sts, hdc2tog, hdc to end – 10 sts.
Fasten off.
Finishing
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Use mattress stitch to seam top of the mittens and ribbing seam. You can also slip stitch the opening closed in the ribbing.
Weave in ends.
That’s it!
How to Crochet Baby Mittens
Learn how to crochet easy mittens without thumbs for simple newborn crochet baby mittens.
Materials
- Yarn: Lion Brand LB Collection Mako Cotton, (worsted weight, size 4), 1 skein Light Gray
Tools
- Hook: US size G/6 (4.00m) and H (5.00mm)
- Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors
Instructions
- With smaller hook, chain desired length of cuff.
- Work hdc in back loop only until the circumference of babies wrist.
- Change to larger hook and work hdc in rounds to tips of fingers.
- Decrease for top shaping.
- Sew top and ribbing seam.
See pattern above for more detailed directions including stitch counts.
Notes
Skill Level: Easy
Size: Newborn (0-3, 3-6 months), 3 1/2 (4 ½, 5)” circumference
Gauge: 16 sts and 12 rows = 4” [10 cm] in hdc with larger hook
Final Thoughts on Our Crochet Baby Mittens
Today we’ve learned how to use basic crochet stitches (chain and half double crochet) to work up easy pairs of mittens for babies.
This adorable crochet baby mittens pattern is made with hdc, but you can make them even smaller for a preemie using single crochets, or go down a hook size or two.
So today we’ve learned how to make a set of easy crochet baby mittens. I hope you’ve enjoyed this free crochet pattern. You can find many more free baby crochet patterns here!
We love easy crochet patterns that are fun and cute, too!
Happy Crocheting!
Amanda
Thank you for the easy and beautiful baby mitten pattern.
I would love to be able to make these for our preemies who love to pull their lifesaving tubes out. But I am not experienced enough to figure out how to make it small enough for them.
Hi Lisa! Try going down in both hook size and yarn weight and see if this pattern can get small enough for them.