Mrs. Roosevelt's Mittens
By: Franklin from The Panopticon
Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, was an avid knitter. This knitted mittens pattern is adapted from one that the famous first lady created herself. Mrs. Roosevelt’s Mittens is a simple, functional pattern that will keep your fingers toasty and warm. You don’t need to be an expert knitter to make these mittens; on the contrary, the pattern is fairly easy. Knitting up this easy mitten knitting pattern is a wonderful way to connect to history in the tangible act of knitting.
Knitting Needle Size4 or 3.5 mm
Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)