Looking for a simple and speedy fingerless crochet gloves pattern? Look no further! Here’s a beginner-friendly design utilizing basic crochet stitches, perfect for completing in just a couple of hours. Plus, it requires less than one skein of yarn. With a minimalist design, it’s gender-neutral and functional.
The pattern starts with making a few chains and repeating a couple of rows to form a rectangle. The two sides of the rectangle are then sewn together, leaving a gap for the thumb to form a glove. What makes this pattern incredibly beginner-friendly is its straightforward design and the utilization of basic crochet stitches, particularly the half double crochet and a slight variation thereof called back look half double crochet. This approach ensures accessibility for crafters of all skill levels.
The rectangle is made using a 2-row repeat pattern starting with the second row. The first row of these 2 rows is made using a few half double crochet stitches(hdc) followed by a few back loop half double crochet stitches(blhdc). The second row of these 2 rows is the reverse of the previous row i.e. starting with a few back loop half double crochet stitches and ending with a few regular half double crochet stitches. The half double crochet stitches are used on the wrist and the back loop half double crochet stitches are used on the palm and the fingers. These back loop stitches create a ribbed effect, adding the stretch needed for wider palms and fingers compared to the wrist.
Take a look at the video below for a visual demonstration. Believe me, it’s a straightforward design!
Customization and Tips –
The following pattern is designed for adults and is highly adaptable. You can easily adjust its length, width, or size to fit any hand.
To shorten the gloves, you can simply decrease the number of chains. Conversely, to lengthen them, you just need to add a few extra chains. For a wider fit, incorporate additional rows, while reducing the number of rows will make them narrower.
How many rows and chains do I need to make Fingerless crochet gloves?
So, how do you determine the number of chains and rows you need for the gloves you’re making? Your trusty measuring tape is your best friend in this situation.
To determine the necessary number of chains and rows, use a measuring tape to:
- Measure the circumference of the wrist of the intended wearer.
- Measure the length from the base of the palm to where you want the glove to end on the wrist.
- Measure the length from the base of the palm to just below the tip of the pinky finger.
The number of rows needed depends on the wrist circumference. Aim for enough rows to comfortably wrap around the wrist. For example, if the wrist measures 8 inches, make enough rows to achieve a rectangle height of 8 inches. And always check and adjust by wrapping it around the wrist as needed.
When considering the height, it’s essential to ensure you make enough chains to cover the distance from just below the tip of the pinky finger to the desired wrist endpoint. In the provided pattern, the glove’s end is positioned 2 inches below the base of the palm.
How to customize the number of hdc and blhdc in a row
The number of half double crochet stitches per row is determined by the distance from the palm’s base to your desired glove endpoint on the wrist. First, crochet enough half double crochet stitches to reach this length. Then, subtract this count from the total stitches in the row below. The remaining count, minus one, indicates the required number of back loop half double crochet stitches to complete the row. When beginning the next row, simply switch the counts of half double crochet and back loop half double crochet stitches from the previous row.
With these customization options and guidelines, you can utilize this pattern to create gloves for individuals of any age!
Video –
Give it a shot and share your results with me on Instagram or you can also pin it for later on Pinterest! I’d love to see your finished gloves and how you customized them to fit perfectly.
Be sure to leave a comment and share your thoughts on this design. I had a great time creating it, and I hope you’ll enjoy it just as much!
Fingerless Crochet Gloves Measurements –
This pattern creates fingerless gloves that are approximately 8.5 ” by 3.25 ” in size.
Please check the Customization and Tips section above to adapt the design for different sizes.
Material –
- Lion Brand® Heartland® Yarn. Color -Rocky Mountain (1 skein)
- Hook – J/6.00mm
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers – optional
Stitches used and Abbreviations –
- ch – chain
- hdc – Half Double Crochet
- blhdc – Back loop Half Double Crochet – Yarn over, Insert the hook in only the back loop of the top of the stitch below. Yarn over and pull through. Yarn over again and pull through all the loops on the hook.
Fingerless Crochet Gloves Pattern (US Terms) –
- ch 32
- Row 1 – 1 hdc in the third chain from the hook. 1 hdc in each of the remaining chains for the entire row. Total stitches – 30
- Row 2 – ch 2 and turn around the work. 1 hdc in each of the stitches for the first 12 stitches. 1 blhdc in each of the next 17 stitches. 1 hdc in the last stitch. Total stitches – 30.
- Row 3 – ch 2 and turn around the work. 1 hdc in the first stitch. 1 blhdc in each of the stitches for the next 17 stitches. 1 hdc in each of the next 12 stitches. Total stitches – 30.
- Row 4 to 15 – Repeat Row 2 and 3 an additional 6 times.
- Row 16 – Repeat Row 2.
- Fasten off and cut the yarn leaving enough to sew up the seam.
- Fold the finished rectangle in half lengthwise such that the last row is on top of the first row. Here, the top of the stitches from the last row should align with the foundation chains that we did at the start of the project.
- Using the yarn that was left to sew up the seam, whip stitch the last stitch of the last row and the corresponding chain of the foundation chain. Continue to stitch together the last row and the bottom row chains for the first 10 stitches. Watch the video for the visual demonstration.
- Do not sew together the next 8 stitches to leave a space for the thumb.
- Sew together the last 12 stitches and corresponding chains.
- Fasten off and weave in the ends.
