Newborn mittens knitting pattern
Discover easy baby mittens knitting patterns here - in stockinette or garter stich
Knitted flat on just two needles (or with circular needles), these adorable thumbless baby mittens are the perfect project for beginners. Simple, quick, and rewarding to make, they are an ideal handmade gift for newborn boys and girls. The patterns are available in multiple sizes, from preemies up to toddlers (0–24 months), ensuring a snug and comfortable fit as your baby grows. Paired with matching knitted arm warmers, these newborn mittens keep little hands and arms warm and cozy - not just in autumn and winter, but whenever extra warmth is needed.
What makes baby mittens so easy to knit?
Little baby mittens are tiny, so it only takes a few stitches before you can hold your very first knitted creation in your hands. As thumbless mittens, they are very easy to make - as they are knitted flat in rows - either entirely in knit stitches (garter stitch), or alternating knit and purl stitches (stockinette stitch). As there’s no thumb to knit, there's no need for double-pointed needles. You can easily knit mittens using just two straight needles - making them perfect for relaxed, cozy knitting sessions on the sofa. Once both pieces are finished, they are simply sewn together along the side. With a few neat stitches, the seam becomes almost invisible. And just like that, you have a pair of soft, hand knitted mittens for your baby. An ideal knitting project for in between or as a lovely gift for a new baby girl or boy.
When do babies need mittens with thumbs?
Thanks to elasticated cuffs, mittens stay securely on your baby’s hands without being to tight and provide extra warmth all the way up to the forearm. They usually fit across several sizes and lasting from newborn up to 18 or 24 months. However, as your little one grows and starts picking up stones and sticks, they will eventually need mittens with thumbs to help with gripping. Until then, simple, thumbless baby mittens are all you need to keep tiny hands warm.
