Adorable and Cozy: 21 Crochet Baby Mittens with Free Patterns
Crocheting baby mittens is not just a practical craft. It’s a tender expression of care for your little one during chilly days. In this guide, we’ll explore the charm of creating these miniature marvels while keeping your baby snug and stylish. Explore our selections of baby mitten crochet patterns, ranging from newborn size to infant mitten sizes and toddler mitts.
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Choosing the Perfect Yarn
Begin your crochet adventure by selecting a soft, baby-friendly yarn. Opt for a lightweight, hypoallergenic option to ensure utmost comfort for your little one. Consider pastel hues or vibrant shades to add a touch of whimsy to your baby’s winter wardrobe.
Usually, worsted-weight yarn will be a good choice for crochet baby mitts. Superwash yarns are machine washable and will be the best choice if you need a fuss-free accessory.
Essential Tools for the Job
Gather your crochet essentials – a well-fitted crochet hook and a trusty pair of scissors. Ensuring your tools match the yarn weight is key to achieving the desired coziness in the final product. Tapestry needle, called yarn needle may come in handy for weaving in ends.
Basic Stitches, Beautiful Results
Even for beginners, crocheting baby mittens is a breeze. Master basic stitches like single crochet and double crochet. These stitches lay the groundwork for your petite creations, providing warmth and style.
how to crochet baby mittens
These steps show the basic processes behind creating baby mittens. You will find crochet patterns to follow further down the article.
- Begin by crocheting a snug cuff, typically using single crochet ribbing. This ensures a secure fit on your baby’s wrist.
- Work your way up to the hand section, adjusting the stitch count as needed. A straightforward increase pattern creates a gently curved shape for optimal comfort.
- Crochet a separate section for the thumb, seamlessly integrating it into the mitten. This design ensures easy movement for those tiny hands.
- Complete your crochet baby mittens by securing the yarn, weaving in ends, and adding embellishments for a charming finish.
Most baby mittens crochet patterns prioritize simplicity, making it ideal for beginners. Craft these adorable mittens to keep your baby warm and fashionable, creating cherished keepsakes with every stitch. Ready to embark on this cozy journey? Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s crochet comfort for your little bundle of joy!
crochet baby mittens without thumb – Free Patterns
1. Newborn Mittens
Tiny baby fingers don’t need a special thumb section in the mitt. That’s why these newborn gloves are so easy and quick to make. They will keep the smallest hands warm and cozy during winter strolls. As you can see in the photos, Aunt B’s project has a lovely bow on each mitt, but it’s optional.
Level: beginner Author: Aunt B’s Loops and Stitches
photo by Aunt B’s Loops and Stitches / auntbsloopsnstitches.com
Find this pattern on auntbsloopsnstitches.com.
2. Cute & Cosy Baby Mittens Crochet Pattern
If you’re familiar with crochet moss stitch, you’ll be happy to try this project. Ling Ryan designed a pair of mitts that use spiked moss stitch – a variation of this classic technique. As you can see in the photos, these cute accessories look very professional, especially if you go for a different color for the cuffs.
Level: beginner Author: Ling Ryan
photo by Ling Ryan / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on hookedonpatterns.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
3. Crochet Baby Mittens Pattern
Surprising expecting parents with handmade baby accessories is not that hard, and you don’t need much skill to start with. Crochet baby mittens are stupidly easy to make, and all you need to make them look special is some ribbon. Follow Lisa’s free pattern and make some this weekend.
Level: beginner Author: Lisa Hooper
photo by Lisa Hooper / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on cutecrochetmakes.wixsite.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
4. Cutie Baby Mitts
Color blocking is a well-known method for making projects more interesting, and the crocheter behind Crochet ‘n’ Create knows it well. Her simple newborn crochet mittens are finished with shell stitches that create a scalloped edging.
Level: beginner Author: Crochet ‘n’ Create
photo by Crochet ‘n’ Create / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on crochetncreate.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
5. No Seam Thumbless Baby Mittens
Practice crocheting in the round with this free baby mitten pattern from Katie Cooks and Crafts. There’s nothing easier than just going round after round and making single crochet stitches. You won’t even notice when you’re done – that’s how quickly these mitts work up!
Level: beginner Author: Katie Cooks and Crafts
photo by Katie Cooks and Crafts / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on katiecooksandcrafts.blogspot.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
6. Velvet Baby Mittens
If you’ve never worked with velvet yarn before, this is your sign to try it. This super soft alternative to wool has a unique texture, that will be perfect for your baby’s little hands. The crocheter from The Turtle Trunk adorned her mitts with a delicate velvet ribbon in a contrasting color.
Level: beginner Author: The Turtle Trunk
photo by The Turtle Trunk / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on theturtletrunk.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
7. Crochet Baby Mittens – Winter snowflake
Keep your baby warm and cozy this winter with adorable striped mitts from Doroteja. Her pattern uses quite thick yarn and features classic red and white stripes. What makes this pair stand out, however, is the addition of wooden buttons and a string to join the two mitts together.
Level: beginner Author: Croby Patterns – Doroteja
photo by Croby Patterns – Doroteja / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on ravelry.com.
8. Baby Mittens
Sometimes simplicity is the key, and staying in the territory of neutral shades is what you need. Jamey’s project starts just like any other, but it features a lovely little detail at the cuff. It looks especially great when you use contrasting yarn, so try out some color combinations.
Level: beginner Author: Jamey from Dabbles & Babbles
photo by Jamey from Dabbles & Babbles / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on dabblesandbabbles.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
9. Bobble Crochet Baby Mittens
Make baby mittens fun again with this pattern from Maisie and Ruth! The simplest mitt shape is adorned with bobble stitches and features vibrant colors. See if you’re instantly cheered up just by looking at the photos below – I definitely am!
Level: beginner Author: Maisie and Ruth
photo by Maisie and Ruth / maisieandruth.com
Find this pattern on maisieandruth.com.
10. Baby Mittens in Alpaca Yarn
Alpaca yarn is among the most delicate wools on the market, characterized by its lovely sheen and softness. The designer behind Diving Ducks Crochet created an easy-to-follow crochet pattern for baby mitts. The classic shape and ribbed cuffs are all achieved with basic stitches.
Level: beginner Author: Diving Ducks Crochet
photo by Diving Ducks Crochet / instagram.com
Find this pattern on youtube.com.
11. The Easy-On, No Scratch Baby Mitten
When working on baby accessories, it’s very important to choose the right yarn. Baby’s skin is very delicate, so you have to choose the yarn with special certificates. Oombawka’s mitten design ensures it’s easy to put on a baby’s hands, and it has an adjustable strap on the wrist.
Level: beginner Author: Oombawka Design
photo by Oombawka Design / oombawkadesigncrochet.com
Find this pattern on oombawkadesigncrochet.com.
12. Ribbed Baby Mittens
Crocheter behind Krazy Kabbage came up with a cute idea for a baby mitten – she combined basic stitches and ribbing. Take a look at the photos below and tell me, don’t these mitts look like little fish? No matter what color combination you choose, they will be super cute!
Level: beginner Author: Krazy Kabbage
photo by Krazy Kabbage / krazykabbage.com
Find this pattern on krazykabbage.com.
13. Crochet Newborn Mittens
You’ll be amazed how quickly you can crochet newborn mittens. If you go for a striped look, you can use up any leftover yarn you’ve got in your stash. It’s a good idea to use color combinations tried in baby blankets – this way you can make a lovely set as a baby gift.
Level: beginner Author: Daisy Farm Crafts
photo by Daisy Farm Crafts / daisyfarmcrafts.com
Find this pattern on daisyfarmcrafts.com.
14. Pom-Pom Crochet Baby Mittens
If simple designs are too plain for you, all you need to do is to add a pom-pom. Seriously, pom-poms make everything better, especially baby accessories. The crocheter behind Croby Patterns went for a classic combination of yellow and beige, but you can exercise your imagination to come up with vibrant ideas.
Level: beginner Author: Croby Patterns
photo by Croby Patterns / crobypatterns.com
Find this pattern on crobypatterns.com.
15. Christmas Baby Mittens
Are you looking for Instagram-worthy seasonal baby accessories? With a little bit of yarn, a crochet hook and a free afternoon, you’ll easily make them yourself! Jo’s baby mitten pattern is easy to follow, so use it to make an unforgettable gift for expecting parents.
Level: beginner Author: Jo to the World Creations
photo by Jo to the World Creations / jototheworld.com
Find this pattern on jototheworld.com.
16. Warm Crochet Baby Mittens
Have you ever seen cuter crochet newborn mitts? The shape is as straightforward as any other pattern of this kind, but the details are everything. The addition of the furry yarn and tiny bows turn these winter accessories into super-stylish pieces.
Level: beginner Author: Maisie and Ruth
photo by Maisie and Ruth / maisieandruth.com
Find this pattern on maisieandruth.com.
Free crochet patterns for baby mittens
1. Santa Helper Mittens
Is there a better way to celebrate winter festivities than with special seasonal accessories? Erangi Udeshika went for a classic Santa motif – white and red stripes with green detail. Her crochet baby mitten pattern has a classic shape and will fit kids of all ages.
Level: beginner Author: Erangi Udeshika
photo by Erangi Udeshika / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on crochetforyoublog.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
2. Basic Kids Mittens
Crocheting baby mitts can be very relaxing – after one pair it will be a no-brainer for you. Gather leftover yarn ends and turn them into little works of art. Not only will they be cute, but, most importantly, cozy and versatile. Erangi’s simple project can be easily adjusted to the size you need.
Level: beginner Author: Erangi Udeshika
photo by Erangi Udeshika / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on crochetforyoublog.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
3. Crochet Knit-Look Mittens
Some of us prefer a knitted look over a crocheted one, but it’s possible to achieve it without knitting needles. Briana’s pattern for mittens uses a crochet technique that produces very knit-like stitches. Use her project to make mittens for the whole family.
Level: beginner Author: Briana K Designs
photo by Briana K Designs / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on brianakdesigns.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
4. Fuzzy and Simple Crochet Mittens
Juli Anne’s bubblegum pink mitts stand out thanks to the combination of two lightweight yarns from Hobbii. One is a strand of kid-silk mohair, and the other – extra fine merino. The use of natural yarns ensures the warmth and sophisticated look – below you’ll find the proof.
Level: beginner Author: Juli Anne
photo by Juli Anne / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on onceuponacheerio.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
5. Harley Herringbone Mittens
I’m a big fan of the herringbone stitch, especially since I’ve found out that it’s very easy to learn. Lakeside Loops’ baby mittens are one of my favorites because they combine texture with a classic fit. Just take a look at the adorable thumb section – darling!
Level: beginner Author: Lakeside Loops
photo by Lakeside Loops / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on lakesideloops.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
6. Easy Crochet Mittens Free Pattern
This crochet mitten pattern by Jennifer Renaud can be easily worked up into any size. If you’re looking to make a cozy winter accessory for your baby, follow the instructions left by the designer to create stylish little mitts perfect for a toddler. The design is so versatile, however, that you might be tempted to make a pair for each family member!
Level: upper beginner Author: Jennifer Renaud
photo by Jennifer Renaud / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on acrochetedsimplicity.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
7. Gingerbread Man Mittens
Add a sweet festive touch to your baby’s wardrobe with Erangi Udeshika’s mitten pattern. The gloves feature a cheerful gingerbread man design that will bring joy to both the wearer and everyone around. If you are on the hunt for a fun Christmas gift idea, these crochet baby mittens should land on your list!
Level: upper beginner Author: Erangi Udeshika
photo by Erangi Udeshika / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on crochetforyoublog.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
8. Sugarloaf Mittens
Looking for an easy crochet mitten pattern to make cozy accessories for the whole family? Sonya Blackstone provides instructions for three glove sizes, so you can easily create a pair for yourself and your baby. The mittens require no sewing and offer multiple colorway combinations to explore!
Level: upper beginner Author: Sonya Blackstone
photo by Sonya Blackstone / ravelry.com
Find this pattern on blackstone-designs.com, or read more on ravelry.com.
