Cozy Crochet Mittens Pattern for Beginners
I’m super excited to share my cozy crochet mittens pattern with you! This easy beginner pattern is perfect for anyone just starting out. One size fits most women, so they’re great for making gifts or keeping for yourself.
These mittens are super warm and stylish, perfect for chilly days. Imagine wrapping your hands in these comfy mittens while sipping hot cocoa. Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make these cozy mittens together! The free crochet pattern is below.
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Free Crochet Mittens Pattern
Crochet mittens make fantastic gifts because they are warm, cozy, and practical. They’re ideal for keeping hands snug during the colder months. These mittens are enjoyable to make and are always popular at craft fairs.
People appreciate handmade items that offer both functionality and beauty. Crochet mittens can be crafted in various colors and patterns to suit anyone’s taste. Whether you’re giving them as gifts or selling them, these mittens are sure to be a favorite!
Crochet Project Materials Needed
- Crochet hook size: H-8 5 mm
- Yarn: worsted weight yarn #4
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Optional. Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Printable PDF Version
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Crochet Mittens Pattern Information
Skill Level
Beginner. This easy crochet pattern uses basic stitches in basic form and in simple repeats in rows and rounds.
Finished Size
One size fits most women.
Gauge
8 stitches and 5 rows = 2 inches
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet stitches
- dc2tog = double crochet decrease
- sc = single crochet stitches
- blo = back loop only
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts – stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Crochet Pattern Notes
- The chain at the beginning of each round does not count as your first stitch.
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- You are crocheting in the round from the finger tips down.
- The skipped stitches and chain 8 in round 6 will create the thumb opening.
- Repeat instructions between the asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- The pattern is written in US terms.
Magic Circle Alternative
If you find the magic circle tricky, try this easier method for round 1.
Chain 4, make 12 dc in the 4th ch from the hook, join (12 stitches)

Crochet Mittens Pattern Instructions
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 12 dc, join (12 stitches)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (24 stitches)
Rnds 3-12: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (24 stitches)
Rnd 13: Ch 2, dc in 20 sts, ch 8 and skip over the last 4 sts (this creates the thumb hole), join (20 stitches + 8 chains)
Rnd 14: Ch 2, dc in each st and in each ch, join (28 stitches)
Rnds 15-19: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (28 stitches)
Do not fasten off.
Ribbed Cuff for the Crochet Mittens Pattern
Pictures are from my Chunky Crochet Mittens pattern.
Begin where you left off for round 19.

1st Step: Ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch, (8 stitches)
2nd Step: Slip Stitch in the next two stitches.
3rd Step: Turn your work clockwise
↑ 4th Step: Do not chain, sc blo in each st, (8 stitches)
↓ 5th Step: Ch 1, sc blo in each st, (8 stitches)
Repeat steps 2-5 all the way around.
Finally, use a tapestry needle to sew the seam where the two ends of the cuff meet.
Thumb Hole for the Crochet Mittens Pattern

Join your yarn (leaving a long tail) to the space that the blue arrow on the right is pointing to.
Rnd 1: Ch 2, work 13 double crochet stitches around the thumbhole opening and join (13 stitches):
- dc in the 9 spaces that the blue arrows are pointing to. These arrows point to the sides and in between the stitches you made into the chain of 8.
- slip stitch in the 2 side spaces that the green arrows are pointing to
- dc in the 4 stitches that the pink arrows are pointing to
Rnds 2-3: Ch 2, dc in each st, join (13 stitches)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, dc2tog, dc in 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in last 3 sts, join (10 stitches)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, dc2tog x 5 times (5 stitches)
Use a tapestry needle to sew the top of the thumb. Sew through the front loops of the 5 stitches.
Finishing the Crochet Mittens Pattern
Weave in all of your ends.

Looking for More Free Crochet Patterns?
You may also like my Bulky Crochet Mittens, Fingerless Gloves, and Hand Warmers patterns.
Let’s Connect!
I’d love to hear from you. You can find me on social media- Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and my YouTube channel. Until then, happy crocheting!