The Ember Glow Fingerless Gloves: A Free Crochet Pattern for Textured, Cable-Knit Mitts

Wrap Your Hands in Autumn Warmth: The Ember Glow Fingerless Gloves

There's something magical about the first crisp day of fall—when the air smells like woodsmoke and the leaves crunch underfoot. These Ember Glow Fingerless Gloves capture that cozy feeling perfectly. With a rich, textured faux cable design that mimics the look of intricate knitting, these mitts are the ideal accessory for sipping hot cider, turning pages of a good book, or simply keeping your hands warm while your fingers stay free. This free crochet pattern uses a simple combination of front and back post double crochet stitches to create a luxurious, dimensional fabric that looks far more complex than it actually is. Whether you're making them for yourself or as a handmade gift, these gloves are sure to become a fall favorite.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. The sample shown uses a beautiful burnt orange/copper tone, but feel free to choose any color that speaks to your autumn heart.

• Yarn: Worsted weight (Category 4) yarn, approximately 150-200 yards. The sample uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease in 'Spice' (a burnt orange/copper tone).
• Hook: Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook.
• Gauge: 16 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch (after blocking). Gauge is important for a proper fit, so take a moment to check yours.
• Other: Yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming, scissors.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked flat in rows, then seamed, leaving an opening for the thumb. The 'faux cable' is created by working front post double crochet (fpdc) and back post double crochet (bpdc) stitches in a specific sequence. Don't be intimidated—once you get the rhythm, it's wonderfully repetitive and meditative.

Special Stitches

• Fpdc (Front Post Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook from front to back around the post of the next stitch (the vertical part of the stitch below), yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through remaining 2 loops.
• Bpdc (Back Post Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook from back to front around the post of the next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through remaining 2 loops.
• Cable Cross (CC): Skip the next 2 stitches, fpdc in the next 2 stitches, then working in front of those stitches just made, fpdc in the 2 skipped stitches (this creates a twist).

Pattern (Make 2)

Important Notes: Ch 2 at the beginning of rows counts as the first double crochet unless stated otherwise. Turn your work at the end of each row.

Row 1: Chain 30. Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook and in each chain across. Turn. (28 double crochet stitches)

Row 2: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across the row. Turn.

Row 3: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 4: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 5 (Cable Row): Chain 2. Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 6: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 7: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 8: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 9: Chain 2. Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 10: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 11: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 12: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 13: Chain 2. Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 14: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 15: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 16: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 17: Chain 2. Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 18: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 19: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 20: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 21: Chain 2. Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, Cable Cross over the next 4 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the last 2 stitches. Turn.

Row 22: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 23: Chain 2. *Front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Turn.

Row 24: Chain 2. *Back post double crochet in the next 2 stitches, front post double crochet in the next 2 stitches; repeat from * across. Do not turn. Fasten off, leaving a long tail (about 18 inches) for seaming.

Finishing

1. Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise, with the right sides (the textured side) together.
2. Using the long tail and a yarn needle, whip stitch the side seam together. Start at the bottom edge and sew upward. When you reach about 2 inches from the bottom edge, stop and leave a 2-inch opening for the thumb. This opening should be positioned so that it will sit comfortably at the base of your thumb when worn.
3. Try on the glove to ensure the thumb hole is in the correct position. Adjust if needed by making the opening slightly larger or smaller.
4. Continue seaming from the top of the thumb opening to the top edge of the glove. Weave in all ends securely.
5. Repeat the entire process for the second glove.

Optional Edging

For a cleaner, more polished finish, add a round of single crochet around the bottom and top openings. Simply join your yarn with a slip stitch, chain 1, and work single crochet evenly around the edge. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet, fasten off, and weave in the end.

Now, slip on your Ember Glow Fingerless Gloves and enjoy the warmth and texture of your handmade creation. They're perfect for sipping something warm, turning pages, or simply showing off your crochet skills. Happy stitching!