Thanks to my wonderful test knitters, I'm quite pleased to be able to offer this pattern for sale. As with any of my patterns, please contact me with any questions: elizabeth@countingsheepstudio.com
These gauntlets were inspired by my husband’s love of medieval armor, in particular, a design by James Gillaspie, in a style that was popular in the 15th century. Though real armor gauntlets were made of steel and worn with a leather glove underneath, I thought this knitted version might be more practical in today’s world.
This is an intermediate pattern, you will need to know the basics of knitting, there will be increasing, decreasing and picking up of sts. There are no cables in this pattern; the chain mail look on the bottom is achieved with slipped sts.
The gauntlets are knitted in the round, at a smaller gauge than suggested for a denser fabric. There is subtle shaping throughout the pattern for a fitted, detailed look.
Size is achieved by using a lighter yarn for the women’s version.
Men’s Gauntlet – 11” long (27.9 cm), 11” at base, 8 ½” at top
Women’s Gauntlet – 10 ½” long (26.7 cm),10” at base, 7 ¼” at top
Materials
Men’s version 1 ball (219 yds) Ella Rae Classic yarn – 100% worsted weight wool
Women’s version 3 balls (110 yds each) Louisa Harding Grace Silk & Wool yarn – dk weight 50% merino, 50% silk (you will need approx. 260 yds)
Upon receiving payment, you will be e-mailed a PDF copy of the 8 pages of detailed instructions for making your own gauntlets.
To purchase, please visit my website, Counting Sheep Studio.
5 comments:
Wow! Those are really, really cool! Now all you need for the picture is my son's handforged sword--smithing is his hobby.
Wow, that is exactly what my husband is learning to do as well! He says he's going to make me a cool battle ax, though who know if I'll actually be able to lift the thing! Thanks for your compliment!
I'm totally going to make these. They would look great in a few shades of gray. :) Thanks for the link.
What happens if you can't knit but want a pair..? I wouldn't be able to follow a pattern if my life depended on it. They are so amazing!! Do you sell them ready made? And what great winter gifts they would make indeed! Please advise. Cheers.
How do I buy this pattern? Found it on Ravelry but I don't see how I can buy it. Please answere me!
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