Description

Mittens in Fisherman’s Rib – 1970s Crochet Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: Children’s 4-5, 6-8, 10-12; Adult Small, Medium, Large

Few crochet techniques mimic hand-knitting as convincingly as fisherman’s rib, and this vintage pattern uses it to full effect. Ribbed cuffs give way to a body worked lengthwise, where cable crossings run up the back of the hand before a fitted thumb gusset and finished FPdc-BPdc ribbing bring the whole mitten together. Offered in a full range of sizes from small children through large adults, this cables-and-texture crochet mitten pattern is an ideal advanced-level project for cold-weather accessories or Christmas gift-giving.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Advanced.
Construction: Mittens are worked lengthwise in one piece before ribbing, alternating size J and H hooks to shift between the low-ridge fisherman’s rib body and the cabled panel, with a separately shaped thumb opening and a final FPdc-BPdc ribbed cuff worked in the round.
Finished Measurements: Sized to children’s glove sizes 4-5 (6-8, 10-12) and adult glove sizes 6½-7 (7-8½, 8½-9).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US crochet terms, with a full general instructions section covering reverse sc, increases/decreases, and all specialty stitches.
Stitches: Single crochet, low ridge front and back, cable, knurl, popcorn, woven stitch, diamond stitch, and front/back post double crochet (FPdc-BPdc) ribbing.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight — 1 to 4 oz ecru, depending on size.
Since the original 1970s yarn is discontinued, substitute with any standard modern worsted weight yarn such as Patons Classic Wool Worsted Yarn.
Crochet Hook Size: Hooks sizes J and H (Canadian sizes 3 and 5), or size needed to obtain gauge.
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming.
Gauge: With smaller hook, in sc, 7 sts = 2″; 4 rows = 1″.

This is a digitally restored PDF crochet pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The original vintage instructions have been digitally enhanced, reformatted, and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.