One Hour Mitts: the kind of project that fits into a cozy evening.

“Sometimes the most treasured gifts are the ones that take only an evening and a cup of tea to make.”

Now, hear me out before you say, “That’s way too easy!”

These quick One-Hour Mitts are the perfect way for spinners to play with their yarns: double up some of that glorious handspun, pair natural shades for a tweedy look, or take a fractal-spun skein and work it double to get a satisfyingly squishy bulky yarn. A US 10 (6.0 mm) needle will do just fine.

And if you’re not a spinner, no worries, dive into your stash! Mix a few yarns together and see what kind of beautiful, unexpected texture you come up with.

They make wonderful, practical gifts, the kind you actually want to see used. Let them wear them out, spill coffee on them, and come back next winter for another pair. That’s the best kind of handmade.

Happy knitting, friends.