Free Crochet Mittens Pattern Ideas: Easy Crochet Mitten Patterns for Beginners
Winter is coming, so brace yourselves with the best crochet mitten pattern ideas. I hope that the projects I gathered will suit both beginners and advanced crocheters. Some of them are so easy, they take as little as three hours to make. Other projects will exercise your knowledge of stitches and techniques.
No matter if you’re familiar with basic double crochet stitches and slip stitches only, try these patterns to learn and grow. Advanced crocheters can create fantastic last-minute Christmas gifts, cherished for years to come.
Easy Free Crochet Mittens Pattern Ideas
In this article, you will find my subjective selection of the best easy crochet mitten patterns. Most of them are available as free crochet patterns, but there are projects that you have to pay for, as well. Look at the projects below and choose the ones you like the most!
Easy Crochet Mittens
Jennifer’s easy mittens use a combination of extended single crochet stitches for the top of the mittens and half double crochet ribbing for the cuff. The sizes range from toddler to adult large, so you can make these amazing crochet accessories for the whole family. Using worsted weight yarn is the best choice, but more experienced crocheters can gather various yarn ends and experiment with textures and colors.
photo by Jennifer Renaud from ravelry.com
photo by Jennifer Renaud from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on acrochetedsimplicity.com.
Sugarloaf Mittens
If you’re looking for basic crochet mittens, this design will be the perfect choice. Sonya’s cozy mittens are one of the best free crochet written patterns for beginners who have never tried making this type of accessory before. You can learn how to crochet with techniques as simple as basic crochet stitches, and enjoy handmade mittens in your favorite colors.
photo by Sonya Blackstone from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on blackstone-designs.com.
3 Hour Mittens by Jess Coppom
Let’s start with one of my favorites – a quick crochet project from our favorite Jess Coppom. As the name suggests, these mittens will take about three hours to come to life, thanks to chunky yarn and a big crochet hook. What I love about them the most is the imitation of the classic knitted stockinette stitch, but with a crochet technique. Add this versatile winter accessory to your wardrobe ASAP!
photos by Jess Coppom from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on makeanddocrew.com.
Faux Fur Mittens by Stephanie Jessica Lau
What if I tell you that you can crochet such fantastic furry mitts like the ones in the photos? Stephanie’s pattern may be simple, but the yarn is far from the usual! What you see is furry yarn, a member of the novelty yarn category – soft, warm, and very fluffy. Working with such yarn may be a challenge (it’s not easy to see the stitches), but the effect is worth it!
photos by Stephanie Jessica Lau from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on allaboutami.com.
Textured Free Crochet Mitten Patterns
Winter Wheat Stitch™ Flat Mittens
If you’re looking for a statement piece this winter, Briana’s free mittens crochet pattern is perfect. The sizes range from baby to adult, making it a lovely choice for the whole family. Her beautiful wheat stitch is a great alternative to classic chunky crochet mittens, which often seem too simple. For those who love decorative stitches, textured mittens like these will be a treasured find.
photo by Briana K Designs from ravelry.com
photo by Briana K Designs from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on brianakdesigns.com. This pattern is available to buy as an ad-free pdf.
Watson Waffle Mittens
In search of the ultimate coziness, I present you with Lakeside Loops’ waffle stitch chunky mittens. There aren’t many thicker and more textured techniques than the waffle stitch, and although it’s not a beginner-friendly stitch, it’s not hard to learn. The designer provides not only a free written pattern, but also a video tutorial and photos of the process.
As you can see in the photos, these mittens are designed without the cuff, but I’ve seen makers adjust this pattern to suit their style.
photo by Lakeside Loops from ravelry.com
photo by Lakeside Loops from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on lakesideloops.com.
Heath Herringbone Mittens
I’m a big fan of the elegant crochet herringbone stitch, so I had to include Lakeside Loops’ cozy crochet mittens. This design was created to match the crochet hat and cardigan from the designer’s collection. These mittens are worked in Lion Brand Wool Ease yarn – super soft, squishy, and affordable strands of worsted weight yarn.
photo by Lakeside Loops from ravelry.com
photo by Lakeside Loops from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on lakesideloops.com.
Frosty Air Mittens
Would you like to crochet a pair of mittens in just 2.5 hours, using one skein of yarn? Now you can, because Jennifer’s project offers just that. These mittens are made with bulky yarn, which means super quick work and the ultimate warmth. The body of the mitten features a subtle texture, achieved by strategically placed back loop and front loop only stitches. Beginner crochet enthusiasts will have no problem creating their own pair of mittens with this free crochet pattern.
photo by Jennifer Renaud from ravelry.com
photo by Jennifer Renaud from ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on acrochetedsimplicity.com.
Celtic Winters Mittens by Megan Meyer
The elegance of the design lies in its balance, and this project is a great example of it. The Celtic weave stitch is very decorative, so Megan decided to switch a classic ribbing to this textural technique. This way, it doesn’t overwhelm the mitten design and allows the yarn to showcase its stunning colorway.
photos by Megan Meyer from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on leftinknots.com.
Country Cottage Mittens by The Turtle Trunk
If you’re craving texture, there’s no better technique than the alpine stitch – easy to crochet and utterly beautiful. Ali chose neutral colors and a medium-weight yarn for her project, and conjured a pair of mittens you can use for years to come. As you can see, not only is this an elegant and timeless design, but also a proper winter accessory to keep your hands cozy.
photos by The Turtle Trunk from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on theturtletrunk.com.
Hygge Arrow Gloves by Raffaella Tassoni
Have you ever found the glove design you like, simply to wish it were a mitten (or the other way around)? Now you don’t have to choose because Raffaella’s crochet pattern will show you how to make both. Her project has a stunning arrow texture that looks exquisite in rustic yarn. Grab a skein of Aran-weight yarn, a crochet hook, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.
photos by Raffaella Tassoni from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on raffamusadesigns.com.
Heavenly Herringbone Mittens by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
Welcome to the Candyland of pastel crochet mittens! As you can see in the photos, there’s one for each family member – no matter how big or small. MJ’s crochet mitten pattern is available in many sizes, and there’s a video tutorial to follow for extra guidance. The focus point of this project is definitely the single crochet herringbone stitch – a gem among easy crochet techniques.
photos by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on mjsoffthehookdesigns.com.
Patterned Crochet Mittens Ideas
Bulky Thrummed Mittens by Stephanie Jessica Lau
A pair of chunky crocheted mitts is the epitome of winter, so is there a better way to celebrate this snowy season than to make them? This project is the beginner’s dream. You don’t need any special skills; the stitches are big and nicely visible, and there are tiny hearts all over it. Use Stephanie’s instructions to make a pair for yourself or someone you love.
photos by Stephanie Jessica Lau from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on allaboutami.com.
Modish Mosaic Mittens by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs
Looking for a challenge to expand your skills? If so, I’ve got something super cool for you – a pair of mittens, but with mosaic crochet. These crochet stitches require some patience in learning, but the result is stunning. All you need is two contrasting colors of worsted-weight yarn, a 5 mm crochet hook, and the pattern from MJ.
photos by MJ’s Off The Hook Designs from ravelry.com
Find this free crochet pattern on mjsoffthehookdesigns.com.
Traditional Fair Isle Crochet Mittens by Briana K Designs
Although I love modern designs, there’s a special place in my heart for the truly classic, traditional ways of crochet. One such way is definitely Fair Isle Crochet, which produces stunning colorwork and mimics the shape of knitted stitches. Following Briana’s mittens pattern may be a fantastic way for you to get familiar with this technique.
photos by Briana K Designs from ravelry.com
Find this mittens free crochet pattern on brianakdesigns.com.
Paid Crochet Mitten Patterns
Fairytale Mittens by Adinda’s World
This project is so special that I couldn’t resist including it in this collection. Adinda let her imagination flow loose and created the best fairytale-inspired mittens I’ve ever seen. We’ve got dotty mushrooms, pink cuffs, colorful flowers, and vines. This magical landscape came to life with the use of appliques, surface crochet, and embroidery.
photos by Adinda’s World from adindasworld.com
Buy this pattern on adindasworld.com.
FAQ
What is the difference between crochet mittens and crochet gloves?
Crochet mittens have a classic, simple shape that encloses all four fingers in one “pocket”, and a thumb in another, small one. They are cozy, thick, and very warm, often made with worsted and bulky yarns.
Gloves, on the other hand, are often five-fingered, lighter, and are designed for warmer weather. There’s no such thing as fingerless mittens, but there are fingerless gloves, and they are a very popular choice for transitional seasons.
What is the warmest stitch for crochet mittens?
The denser the stitch, the warmer it is, so textured techniques, such as wheat stitch, thermal stitch, waffle stitch, or alpine stitch, will all be warm and cozy. There’s no one technique we can call the warmest, as it’s also a matter of combining the right yarn with the right stitch. Natural fibers (such as wool) in heavy yarn weights will be the best choice for the winter time.
Is it easier to crochet or knit mittens?
In general, three-dimensional pieces with a small circumference are easier to make using crochet. Working in the round is also much easier with a crochet hook, because in knitting, we need multiple short needles to achieve a similar effect. A crochet hook works with only one stitch at a time and allows for more flexibility in creating shapes and curves.
However, choosing a craft is always a personal choice. While those experienced in knitting will be more likely to knit a pair, those who choose to crochet probably have crocheted before. Whether your mittens are crocheted or knitted, they will surely be comfy and warm.
Is it hard to crochet mittens?
If you want to learn how to crochet mittens but are afraid to try, don’t worry! There are plenty of crochet mittens pattern free to use and suitable for a beginner level. The shape itself is quite simple, and the difficulty is, as always, in the details.
To start, choose a design that has as little texture as possible, and in which the pattern is written clearly and in detail. You may need to learn techniques such as crochet increase or crochet decrease, as well as front post and back post double crochet. The ribbing is often made using half double crochet in the front and back loop only, so make sure you’re ready to learn these techniques. Remember that you won’t make these mittens without the right materials and hook size, so always check what yarn and tools the pattern uses.
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