Momma Mitten
January 24, 2012 1:12 am stephanie Crafts, Kid's Crafts, Projects, Seasons, Sewing, Techniques and Mediums, Trends, Winter
By Kid’s Crafts Contributor Stephanie, from the Blog Geek with Glasses.
The colder weather brings out all the mittens, gloves, scarves and hats. The little ones look so cute in hand knit mittens, but have you ever had to save a falling child while they were wearing them? My big fear is mitten to mitten, there is not a solid grip on the tiny one as you walk across the busy street or icy parking lot. Kids squirm and slip out so quick, next thing you’re left holding an empty mitten. Without some kind of hand covering, both momma and kiddo complain about the cold. I once saw an ad from the late 40′s or early 50′s about a shared mitten for hand holding. It was marketed for couples, but I think it works great for parents and children. A sure grip while being warm and snug, how wonderful.
Material:
- Momma Mitten Pattern - printable pattern
- 1/2 yard of fleece
- sewing machine
- all purpose thread
- Pins
I am not a terrific seamstress so if I can do this you can too. Print out the pattern provided and cut 2 out of fleece fabric. Pin the 2 together with right sides facing. Sew together using a 1/4″ seam allowance. Turn right-side out. I like a little cuff so I folded them down. It really couldn’t be easier.
The fleece has a nice stretch to it, so it can fit a variety of hand sizes. My little girl is 3 and we have been using this a lot. She loves it! My husband’s hand also fits because of the stretch, so he can wear it with her too. I can’t really say that he and I would wear it, but we could, I guess.
Stay warm and safe this winter.
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Noreen :
Date: January 25, 2012 @ 10:39 AM
A nice idea for keeping hands warm.. and fun for little ones, too!
Susan Jensen :
Date: January 27, 2012 @ 12:12 PM
Mamma Mitten so darn cute etc. I hope to make a few for those that dont know about them or my donations I do. Susan
Molly :
Date: January 30, 2012 @ 1:10 AM
This is just brilliant! I am thinking it would
be a great idea when walking with my elderly neighbor also! I just love it, thanks so much for providing the pattern too.