Hoppy Hands Mittens
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Difficulty
This is an EASY level pattern. A simple stitch pattern and minimal shaping is used to create these mittens.
Finished Measurements
Centimeters given as: 2-4 y (4-6 y) 6-8 y (small) medium (large)
Mitten circumference: 16 (19) 20 (21) 24 (32)
Mitten Length: 13 (16) 17 (21) 22 (25)
Inches given as: 2-4 y (4-6 y) 6-8 y (small) medium (large)
Mitten circumference: 6 (7) 8 (8.5) 9.5 (12.5)
Mitten Length: 5 (6) 7 (8) 9 (10)
Yarn
You will need the following amount of a DK/light weight (3) yarn, given as: 2-4 years (4-6 years) 6-8 years (small) medium (large)
meters: 85 (120) 140 (180) 220 (320)
yards: 95 (130) 155 (195) 230 (350)
Sample was made using Lion Brand Baby Soft yarn. Baby soft yarn is a 60% acrylic and 40% nylon blend, lightweight (3) yarn that contains 420 meters (459 yards) per 140 grams (5 ounces).
Lion Brand Baby Soft Yarn has a silky, smooth texture and a light, plush feel. Made from an acrylic-nylon blend, it’s both soft and durable—perfect for creating cozy, lightweight accessories like the Hoppy Hands Mittens. The slight sheen and gentle drape make it an excellent choice for projects that need warmth without bulk.
These yarns are also great options for the Hoppy Hands Mittens:
Paintbox Yarns Simply DK - A budget-friendly, 100% acrylic yarn with a wide range of colors and a soft, smooth texture.
WeCrochet Swish DK - A 100% superwash merino wool option that’s incredibly soft, warm, and easy to care for.
KnitPicks Brava Recycle - A soft yarn made from 100% recycled acrylic. Durable, machine washable, and slightly heathered, it’s a sustainable choice with great stitch definition—perfect for cozy mittens!
Hook Size and Notions
Gauge
First 2 rounds should measure 4.5 cm (1.75")
To learn more about crochet gauge click HERE.
Pattern Abbreviations
ch(s) – chain(s)
dc - double crochet
FPdc2tog - front post double crochet 2 together
FPdc3tog - front post double crochet 3 together
FPDC - front post double crochet
hdc - half double crochet
rep – repeat
rnd – round
sk - skip
sl st – slip stitch
sp - space
st(s) – stitch(s)
y - years
yo - yarn over
* * – repeat instructions between asterisks as many times as directed
(These are US crochet terms from the Craft Yarn Council)
Special Stitches & Techniques
Magic Circle
A crochet magic circle, also called a magic ring, is a technique used to start projects worked in the round, like hats or amigurumi. It creates a tightly closed center, unlike traditional chain starts, which can leave a small hole. By crocheting your first round of stitches into an adjustable loop, you can pull the tail to close the circle completely, giving your project a clean and professional look.
I have a very simple and easy tutorial on how to create a magic circle.
Invisible Join
1. Cut the working end of your yarn and pull it up and through the last stitch that was worked.
2. Thread the tail of yarn through a tapestry needle.
3. Skip the first stitch, insert your tapestry needle into the second stitch from front to back through both loops of the stitch, pull yarn through.
4. Insert your tapestry needle from front to back into the back loop only of the stitch the yarn is originating from, pull yarn through.
5. Securely weave in your ends.
I have full video tutorial and blog post on how to create an invisible join.
Notes
Pattern is written as: 2-4 years (4-6 years) 6-8 years (small) medium (large).
Stitch counts are given at the end of each round as {# sts}.
Chain 3 at the beginning of a round counts as a double crochet stitch.
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