Whispering Pines Bobble Fingerless Gloves Free Pattern – Textured Knit Mitts

Whispering Pines Bobble Fingerless Gloves: A Cozy Woodland Knit

Wrap your hands in the cozy embrace of the forest with these charming bobble-adorned fingerless gloves. The rich pine green and cream colorwork evokes a serene woodland walk, while the tactile bobbles add a playful, dimensional twist to a classic accessory. Whether you're sipping hot cocoa by the fire or typing away on a chilly morning, these textured knit mitts will keep your fingers free and your hands delightfully warm. This free pattern is perfect for adventurous beginners ready to try a new stitch technique.

Materials Needed

Before you begin your woodland crafting adventure, gather the following supplies:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in two colors:
  • Main Color (MC) – Forest Green: approximately 150 yards
  • Contrast Color (CC) – Cream: approximately 50 yards
• Needles: US Size 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)
• Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving ends, stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn

Gauge

20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Adjust needle size if necessary to achieve this gauge for the perfect fit.

Finished Size

Adult medium (approximately 7.5 inches around palm, 8 inches long).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Abbreviations

• CO: cast on
• K: knit
• P: purl
• K2tog: knit two together
• P2tog: purl two together
• MB: make bobble (knit into front and back of same stitch, then knit into front again – 3 stitches; turn, purl these 3 together, turn, knit these 3 together, turn, purl these 3 together, turn, knit these 3 together – 1 stitch remains)
• St(s): stitch(es)
• Rep: repeat

Pattern Instructions (Make 2)

Cuff

CO 40 sts with MC.
Row 1-12: Work K1, P1 ribbing for 12 rows.

Hand (worked flat, then seamed)

Row 13 (RS): K all sts.
Row 14 (WS): P all sts.
Row 15: K all sts.
Row 16: P all sts.

Begin Bobble Pattern

Row 17 (RS): K5, *MB, K7; rep from * to last 5 sts, MB, K4. (Total 5 bobbles)
Row 18 (WS): P all sts.
Row 19: K all sts.
Row 20: P all sts.
Row 21: K all sts.
Row 22: P all sts.

Thumb Gusset (increase section)

Row 23 (RS): K19, place marker, M1 (increase by knitting into front and back of next st), K2, M1, place marker, K19. (42 sts)
Row 24 (WS): P all sts.
Row 25: K to marker, M1, K to marker, M1, K to end. (44 sts)
Row 26: P all sts.
Row 27: K to marker, M1, K to marker, M1, K to end. (46 sts)
Row 28: P all sts.
Row 29: K to marker, M1, K to marker, M1, K to end. (48 sts)
Row 30: P all sts.

Thumb Opening

Row 31 (RS): K to first marker, slip next 8 sts onto a stitch holder (or waste yarn), remove marker, K to end. (40 sts remain on needle)
Row 32 (WS): P all sts.

Continue Hand (after thumb opening)

Row 33 (RS): K all sts.
Row 34 (WS): P all sts.
Row 35: K all sts.
Row 36: P all sts.

Second Bobble Row

Row 37 (RS): K5, *MB, K7; rep from * to last 5 sts, MB, K4. (5 bobbles)
Row 38 (WS): P all sts.
Row 39: K all sts.
Row 40: P all sts.
Row 41: K all sts.
Row 42: P all sts.

Top Ribbing

Row 43-54: Work K1, P1 ribbing for 12 rows.
Bind off loosely in pattern.

Thumb

Transfer 8 sts from holder to needle. With MC, pick up and knit 2 sts from the hand edge to close gap. (10 sts)
Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 6 rows.
Bind off loosely.

Finishing

Weave in all ends. Sew side seam from cuff to top, leaving thumb opening free. Repeat for second glove, ensuring thumb is on opposite side for left/right hands.

Pro Tips for Perfect Bobbles

When making your bobbles, keep your tension consistent. The bobble technique creates a lovely three-dimensional texture that really makes these gloves special. If you find the bobbles are too loose or too tight, try adjusting your tension on the bobble rows specifically. The cream-colored bobbles against the forest green background create a beautiful contrast that mimics scattered pine cones on a forest floor.

These Whispering Pines Bobble Fingerless Gloves make wonderful handmade gifts for nature lovers and knitting enthusiasts alike. The textured pattern is both visually appealing and functional, providing extra warmth and grip. Enjoy your woodland-inspired creation!