The Embervein Fingerless Gloves Free Pattern – A Knitted Tribute to Autumn's Last Light

Wrap your hands in the warm, earthy glow of falling leaves with these intricately cabled fingerless gloves. The Embervein pattern weaves a story of cozy evenings and crisp air into every stitch, creating a truly unique accessory that captures the essence of autumn. Whether you're treating yourself or crafting a heartfelt gift for a loved one, these gloves are the perfect project to celebrate the season's beauty.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials to ensure a smooth and enjoyable knitting experience:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in two colors:
  • Main Color (MC): Burnt Orange (approx. 150g/300m)
  • Contrast Color (CC): Deep Rust (approx. 50g/100m)
  Sample used Lion Brand Wool-Ease in 'Pumpkin' and 'Rust'. Alternatively, any soft wool blend for warmth and stitch definition.
• Needles: US Size 6 (4.0mm) knitting needles – set of double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needle for magic loop. Cable needle.
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch, after blocking. Gauge is crucial for correct fit.
• Notions: Stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn, tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in the round from the cuff up. Instructions are for a medium woman's hand (approx. 7-8 inch circumference). Adjust needle size to achieve gauge.

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• K2tog: Knit two stitches together
• SSK: Slip, slip, knit (slip two stitches knitwise, then knit them together through the back loop)
• C4F: Slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in front, knit next 2 stitches, then knit the 2 stitches from cable needle.
• C4B: Slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in back, knit next 2 stitches, then knit the 2 stitches from cable needle.
• PM: Place marker
• RM: Remove marker
• SM: Slip marker
• M1L: Make one left (increase)
• M1R: Make one right (increase)
• BO: Bind off

Cuff

With MC, CO 40 stitches. Distribute evenly over 3 or 4 DPNs (or use magic loop). Join in the round, being careful not to twist. PM to mark beginning of round.

Rounds 1-12: Work K2, P2 ribbing for 12 rounds.

Hand (Worked in Pattern)

Round 13: K all stitches.
Round 14: K all stitches.
Round 15: *C4F, K4* repeat from * to * around (5 repeats).
Round 16: K all stitches.
Round 17: K all stitches.
Round 18: *K2, C4B, K2* repeat from * to * around.
Rounds 19-20: K all stitches.
Rounds 21-24: Repeat Rounds 15-18.
Rounds 25-26: K all stitches.

Thumb Gusset

Round 27: K19, PM, M1R, K1, M1L, PM, K20. (42 stitches)
Round 28: K all stitches.
Round 29: K19, SM, M1R, K3, M1L, SM, K20. (44 stitches)
Round 30: K all stitches.
Round 31: K19, SM, M1R, K5, M1L, SM, K20. (46 stitches)
Round 32: K all stitches.
Round 33: K19, SM, M1R, K7, M1L, SM, K20. (48 stitches)
Round 34: K all stitches.
Round 35: K19, SM, M1R, K9, M1L, SM, K20. (50 stitches)
Round 36: K all stitches.
Round 37: K19, RM, place next 11 stitches (thumb stitches) onto a stitch holder or waste yarn, RM, K20. (39 stitches remain on needles)

Hand (Continued)

Rounds 38-45: Continue in established cable pattern (repeat Rounds 15-18, then Rounds 19-20) for 8 rounds. The pattern should flow seamlessly across the hand.

Finger Separation

Round 46: K all stitches.
Round 47: K2tog, K to last 2 stitches, SSK. (37 stitches)
Round 48: K all stitches.
Round 49: K2tog, K to last 2 stitches, SSK. (35 stitches)
Round 50: K all stitches.

Top Edging

Switch to CC.
Rounds 51-56: Work K1, P1 ribbing for 6 rounds.
Round 57: BO loosely in pattern (knit the knits and purl the purls).

Thumb

Transfer the 11 thumb stitches back onto DPNs. With MC, pick up and knit 2 stitches from the gap at the base of the thumb (to avoid holes). (13 stitches). Join in the round.
Rounds 1-6: K all stitches.
Round 7: Switch to CC, K all stitches.
Round 8: BO loosely.

Finishing

Weave in all ends. Block gently to shape, focusing on the cable pattern to open it up. Repeat all steps for the second glove, making sure to mirror the thumb gusset placement (for the second glove, work the gusset at the end of the round instead of the beginning, or simply follow the same instructions – the gloves will be identical, which is fine for most).

Enjoy your beautiful Embervein Fingerless Gloves! These cozy accessories are perfect for sipping hot cider, turning pages of a favorite book, or simply adding a touch of autumn warmth to your everyday style. Happy knitting!