Retractable Leash Mitten By Lilly Klatt
Yarn: NaturallyCaron.com Country 25% Merino Wool and 75% Microdenier Acrylic - I used two strands held together Recommended needle size: 16-inch US #8/5mm circular needle - I did the magic loop method, but double-point needles can easily be used Will also need: Stitch marker, Cable needle, Small stitch holder, Tapestry needle, and (2) 1- inchbutton Gauge: 15 sts/24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch on larger needles Pattern Notes: C6B: Slip next 3 sts to cable needle and hold to back of work; k3, k3 from cable needle. 2x2 Rib (Worked over an even number of sts): Row 1. [K2, p2] to end. Repeat this row for 2x2 Rib. M1: Make 1 YO: Yarn over
Directions:
Cuff: CO 40 sts. Divide sts between needles and join to begin working in the round, being careful not to twist. Place marker to indicate beginning of round. Work in 2x2 Rib until work measures 4 inches. Body: Row 1: M1, \*K2, M1, P2,M1\* Repeat until the end - 60 st Row 2: \*K4, P2\* Repeat until the end Row 3: \* K4, P2, M1, K4, M1, P2\* Repeat until the end - 70 sts Row 4&5: \*K4, P2, K6, P2\* Repeat until the end Row 6: \*K4, P2, C6B, P2\* - Repeat until the end Row 7-11: \*K4, P2, K6, P2\* - Repeat until the end Repeat rows 6-11 for appox. 11’ for cable pattern Then knit 34 sts, turn work and BO34 sts Then follow cable pattern untill 3" long then add two YO buttonhole then follow pattern another 2-3 times and BO
Finishing:
Fold flap over opening to determine location for button; sew buttons in place. Insert retractable leash and button close. Leave the collar hook hanging out on one side of opening. Insert hand Take you! dog for a walk!
