How to Make the Simplest Crochet Fingerless Mittens in 30 Minutes

Here is a clear, detailed, and beginner-friendly tutorial for making the simplest crochet fingerless mittens.
This project is very fast (about 30 minutes), uses basic stitches only, and is perfect for beginners or last-minute gifts 🧶🖐️

How to Make the Simplest Crochet Fingerless Mittens in 30 Minutes

Skill Level

Absolute beginner

Time Needed

About 30 minutes (both mittens)

Finished Size

Adult medium (easy to adjust)

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Medium-weight yarn (Category 4 / worsted weight)
  ▸ Soft acrylic or wool blend works well
  ▸ Small leftover yarn is enough

• Crochet hook: 5 mm (H/8)

• Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)

• Scissors

Basic Crochet Stitches Used

• ch – chain

• sc – single crochet

• sl st – slip stitch

• st(s) – stitch(es)

✔ Only single crochet is used

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Start with the Wrist

1. Chain 22 (wrap the chain around your wrist to check fit)

2. Join with a slip stitch to form a circle

   • Be careful not to twist the chain

Step 2: Crochet the Wrist Band

1. Chain 1 (does not count as a stitch)

2. Single crochet in each chain around

3. Join with a slip stitch

Repeat for 4–5 rounds to create the wrist cuff.

Step 3: Create the Thumb Opening

1. Single crochet until you reach the thumb area (about 5–6 stitches)

2. Chain 4

3. Skip 4 stitches and single crochet into the next stitch

4. Continue single crocheting around

5. Join with a slip stitch

✔ This creates the thumb hole

Step 4: Crochet the Hand

1. Chain 1

2. Single crochet around the mitten, working into the chain space as well

3. Join with a slip stitch

Repeat this round 3–4 times, depending on how long you want the mittens.

Step 5: Finish the Mitten

1. Cut yarn and pull through the last loop

2. Weave in all loose ends

Repeat all steps to make the second mitten.

Easy Size Adjustments

• Smaller hands: Chain fewer stitches at the start

• Larger hands: Chain more stitches

• Longer mittens: Add more hand rounds

Optional Fast Customizations

• Use ribbed stitches (front-post/back-post sc) for the cuff

• Change colors for a striped look

• Add a simple edging with slip stitches

• Crochet a small bow or button detail

Beginner Tips

✔ Use light-colored yarn to see stitches clearly
✔ Keep stitches snug but not tight
✔ Try the mitten on as you crochet
✔ Don’t worry about perfection—these are quick and forgiving!

🎉 Congratulations!
You’ve made simple, cozy fingerless mittens in about 30 minutes—perfect for beginners, gifts, or craft fairs.

If you’d like, I can:

• Make a 1-page printable pattern

• Adapt this for kids

• Create a no-joining spiral version

• Add step-by-step photos or diagrams

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