Incarcerous (Mitts) Knitting Pattern

Incarcerous is named for the spell that conjures up thick ropes or thin cords that bind whatever the caster was pointing at. The moving stitches in this design are not created using cables. Instead, carefully placed yarn overs paired with strategic decreases shape the entirety of this gauntlet. The ribbed thumb gusset uses the same technique. This overall texture is surprisingly stretchy, though it may not appear to be at first glance. These are one size fits most!

Skill level: Advanced

Skills needed: German Twisted Cast-on, twisted stitches, knitted cast-on, yarn overs (and variants), basic knit and purl techniques. Special stitches explained in separate section.

ARAN weight yarn: 160-175 yards total
US 4/ 3.5mm shorties, DPNs, or circular needles for magic loop method
*Stitch markers (3 if you’d like on to mark your thumb gusset as you work)
* Removable progress keeper
*Tapestry needle
*Scissors
*Scrap yarn or stitch holder

Gauge: 22 stitches x 32 rounds 4” x 4” stockinette in the round

Language: English only