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Snowberry Bobble Knit Mittens Free Pattern

OEMGrid: Original Essentials, Maker Tools & Artisan Crafts • November 03, 2026

Introduction

These Snowberry Bobble Knit Mittens are a cozy, mountain-cabin classic with a little twist of whimsy. They are written for confident beginners who can knit, purl, and work simple increases and decreases in the round, and they make a wonderful first mitten project. The design is a straight tube with no shaping until the very top, so the fit stays simple and forgiving, while a cluster of dusty rose bobbles at the wrist looks just like snowberries resting on a grey branch. The plain grey aran hand is smooth, warm, and quick to knit, and the finished pair feels substantial and soft against the skin.

Materials Needed

Yarn: Aran weight wool blend (for example 80% wool, 20% nylon), 100 g / 170 yd per skein.
- MC (Grey): 1 skein, approx. 120 yd
- CC (Dusty Rose): 1 skein, approx. 20 yd
Needles: 4.0 mm (US 6) double-pointed needles (set of 5) or a 9-inch circular needle for magic loop
Notions: Stitch marker, stitch holder or scrap yarn, tapestry needle, scissors
Finished size: Women's medium — circumference 7.5 inches, length 9.5 inches from cuff to fingertip

Abbreviations

CO: cast on
K: knit
P: purl
Kfb: knit into the front and back of the same stitch (makes one extra stitch)
K2tog: knit two stitches together (decreases by one)
MB: make bobble — into the same stitch: knit, yarn over, knit, yarn over, knit (5 sts on the right needle from one stitch), turn, purl 5, turn, knit 5, then pass the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th stitches over the first stitch one at a time; 1 stitch remains and the bobble is complete
MC: main color (grey)
CC: contrast color (dusty rose)
St(s): stitch(es)
Rnd(s): round(s)
Rep: repeat

Gauge

20 sts and 28 rnds = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Knit a small swatch in the round (or a flat swatch and measure the knit side), then measure a 4-inch section in the middle of the fabric; if you have more stitches than 20, go up a needle size, and if you have fewer, go down.

Tips Before You Start

Work the make-bobble (MB) firmly and give the yarn a small tug after each bobble so the cluster sits proud of the fabric instead of sagging.
Because the mitten is a straight tube, check your gauge carefully — the circumference of 7.5 inches depends on it, and a loose gauge will make a slouchy mitten.
When you join to work in the round after the cast-on, check that the cast-on edge is not twisted before knitting the first round.
Try the mitten on as you go: the thumb opening should sit at the base of your thumb, and the hand should reach just past your knuckles before you begin the top shaping.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cuff (make 2)

With MC, CO 36 sts. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist.

Rnds 1–12: [K1, P1] rep to end (36 sts).

Bobble Cluster (make 2)

Change to CC.

Rnd 1: K1, [MB, K2] rep to last 2 sts, MB, K1 (36 sts; 12 bobbles).

Rnd 2: K all sts (36 sts).

Rnd 3: K2, [MB, K2] rep to end (36 sts; 12 bobbles).

Rnd 4: K all sts (36 sts). Change to MC.

Hand (make 2)

Rnds 1–8: K all sts (36 sts).

Thumb Opening (make 2)

Rnd 9: K1, Kfb, K1, Kfb, K1, place next 8 sts on holder, CO 2 sts, K to end (32 sts).

Rnds 10–30: K all sts (32 sts).

Shape Top (make 2)

Rnd 1: [K2, K2tog] rep to end (27 sts).

Rnd 2: K all sts (27 sts).

Rnd 3: [K1, K2tog] rep to end (18 sts).

Rnd 4: K all sts (18 sts).

Rnd 5: [K2tog] rep to end (9 sts).

Rnd 6: K all sts (9 sts).

Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight.

Thumb (make 2)

Place 8 held sts on needles. Pick up 2 sts at cast-on edge (10 sts).

Rnds 1–6: K all sts (10 sts).

Rnd 7: [K2tog] rep to end (5 sts).

Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight.

Assembly and Finishing

Weave in all ends on the wrong side, taking care to secure the yarn at the base of each bobble and at the thumb join. Close any small gaps at the thumb opening by using the yarn tail to snug the picked-up stitches together. Block lightly: mist the mittens with water, smooth them into shape with the bobbles facing out, and lay flat to dry away from direct heat. Make the second mitten identical.

Pro Tips and Variations

For a longer cuff, work Rnds 1–16 of the 1x1 rib instead of 12, adding about 0.5 inch of length.
Swap the dusty rose CC for a deep berry or cream to change the snowberry look while keeping the same bobble placement.
Add a few extra plain rounds before the top shaping for a longer hand, or work the top decreases one round earlier for a snugger fit.

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