The Ember & Ash Oven Mitts: A Free Knitting Pattern for Textured, Heat-Resistant Kitchen Companions
Introducing the Ember & Ash Oven Mitts
Elevate your kitchen game with these stunning, textured oven mitts that blend modern design with practical heat protection. The unique slip-stitch pattern creates a dense, insulating fabric that's as beautiful as it is functional. Whether you're pulling a hot casserole from the oven or grabbing a cast iron skillet, these mitts offer both style and safety. The two-tone design in Ember (burnt orange) and Ash (charcoal grey) adds a cozy, modern touch to any kitchen.
Materials Needed
To create your own Ember & Ash Oven Mitts, gather the following supplies:
- Yarn: Worsted weight (4) 100% cotton yarn in two colors:
- Color A (Ember): Deep burnt orange – approximately 150 yards
- Color B (Ash): Warm charcoal grey – approximately 150 yards
- Needles: US 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles (or size to obtain gauge). A set of double-pointed needles (DPNs) for working the thumb in the round (optional).
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, after blocking.
- Notions: Tapestry needle for seaming, scissors, stitch markers (optional).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Abbreviations
- CO: Cast on
- K: Knit
- P: Purl
- Sl1 wyif: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front
- Sl1 wyib: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in back
- K2tog: Knit two stitches together
- St(s): Stitch(es)
- Rep: Repeat
Pattern Notes
- The slip-stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 2 + 1 stitches.
- Carry the unused yarn loosely up the side of the work.
- The mitts are designed to be reversible, with the same pattern on both sides.
Mitt Body (Make 2 identical pieces)
Step 1: With Color A, CO 37 sts.
Step 2: Work the slip-stitch pattern as follows:
- Row 1 (RS): With Color A, K1, *Sl1 wyif, K1; rep from * to end.
- Row 2 (WS): With Color A, K1, *Sl1 wyib, K1; rep from * to end.
- Row 3: With Color B, K1, *K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
- Row 4: With Color B, K1, *Sl1 wyib, K1; rep from * to end.
Step 3: Repeat Rows 1-4 until piece measures approximately 8 inches from cast-on edge, ending with a Row 4.
Shape Top
Continue in pattern, but now decrease for the top curve:
- Next Row (RS): K1, Sl1 wyif, K2tog, work in pattern to last 4 sts, K2tog, Sl1 wyif, K1. (35 sts)
- Next Row (WS): Work even in pattern.
Repeat these two rows until 15 sts remain.
- Next Row (RS): K1, (Sl1 wyif, K2tog) 3 times, K1. (9 sts)
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end.
Thumb (Make 2)
Step 1: With Color A, CO 15 sts.
Step 2: Work in slip-stitch pattern (Rows 1-4) for 2 inches, ending with a Row 4.
Shape Top
- Next Row (RS): K1, Sl1 wyif, K2tog, work in pattern to last 4 sts, K2tog, Sl1 wyif, K1. (13 sts)
- Next Row (WS): Work even in pattern.
Repeat these two rows until 5 sts remain.
Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight, and weave in end.
Finishing
- Seam the body: With right sides together, using a tapestry needle and Color A yarn, sew the side seam of the mitt body, leaving a 2-inch opening for the thumb at the bottom edge.
- Attach the thumb: Position the thumb piece so its cast-on edge aligns with the thumb opening. With right sides together, sew the thumb to the body using a mattress stitch or whip stitch.
- Repeat for the second mitt.
- Weave in all ends.
- Block the mitts gently to even out the stitches and set the shape.
Your Ember & Ash Oven Mitts are now complete! Enjoy the perfect blend of style and functionality in your kitchen.
