Free Patterns for Crochet
Wrist Warmers and Fingerless Gloves

Market Mitts Crochet Pattern from Evelyn & Peter

These mittens work up so quickly that experienced crocheted will be able to make a pair in less than half an hour! The gloves are worked from the cuff up and are very easy to adjust if you need to alter the sizing. This pattern includes a video tutorial.

SIZE: Toddler, Child, and Adult Women’s.
YARN WEIGHT: #6 / Super Bulky / Roving weight yarn, e.g., Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 35-60 yards, depending on size (32-55 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 9 mm (M/N-13) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Single Crochet in the Back Loop Only.

Star Stitch Fingerless Gloves from Handmade by Raine

This free written pattern and accompanying video tutorial will teach you how to crochet these fingerless mittens. The mittens measure 7″ long and 4″ across at the widest part.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Classic Wool Roving from Patons North America.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 7 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, a yarn needle, and a stitch marker
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Star Stitch and Smooth Slip Stitch.

Julia Lace Mittens from Turquoise with Vanilla

The Julia Lace Mittens is a free crochet pattern; it includes written instructions and a chart. A video tutorial shows you how to do the lace stitch.

YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., Baby Merino from Ice Yarns.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 50 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cluster Stitch, Back Post Double Crochet, and Front Post Double Crochet.

Queen Bee Wrist Warmers from Day’s Crochet

Learn how to crochet these honeycomb-patterned wrist warmers with this free video tutorial. The crochet pattern is suited to intermediate-level crocheters.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., I Love This Yarn from Hobby Lobby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 100-150 yards (91-138 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Double Crochet, Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, Front Post Treble Two Together, Front Post Double Crochet, and Back Post Double Crochet.

Textured Crochet Fingerless Gloves from Blue Star Crochet

This is a quick, easy-to-follow crochet pattern in one size that should fit most people. The completed gloves have an approximate 9″ (23 cm) circumference and are 6¾”-7″ (17.5 cm) long from cuff to top.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special Aran.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Crochet Rice Stitch, Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, and Crab Stitch.

Cozy and Chunky Fingerless Mittens from A Box of Twine

These crochet mittens work up quickly in a chunky weight yarn. The ribbed cuff and the decorative section are worked separately and sewn together.

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: approximately 90 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back LoopOnly crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, and Front Post Double Crochet.

Plait n Post Mitts from The Crochet Fix

This is a free crochet wrist warmer pattern suitable for beginner to intermediate-level crocheters. Instructions are for one size fits most, and the completed gloves have a circumference of about 8″ (20 cm).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: work on a swatch to determine the hook size to meet the gauge.
NOTIONS: scissors and a darning needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Ony crochet, Braid Stitch, Chainless Foundation Single Crochet, Front Loop Only crochet, Front Post Double Crochet, and Front Post Single Crochet.

Matteo Fingerless Gloves from Christa Co Design

Sized for men and women, this free pattern is written for two adult sizes: small/medium to fit hand circumference of 8″-8½”, and medium/large to fit hand circumference of 8½”-9″.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Band.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 125 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, yarn needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Post Double Crochet, Front Post Double Crochet, and Foundation Single Crochet.

All My Exes Fingerless Mittens Pattern from Hooks & Sunshine

All My Exes is a free crochet fingerless mitten pattern in small, medium, large and extra-large sizes. The small size is made by going down one hook size.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 6 mm (J-10) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a stitch marker, scissors, and a needle for weaving in ends.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: X Stitch and Back Loop Only Crochet.

Malia Wrist Warmers from Yarn + Chai

A free crochet pattern featuring the puffy bean stitch. The finished gloves measure about 3.5″ wide by 7″ tall (9 cm x 18 cm).

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Rustic Romantic from Yarn Bee.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 120 yards in total. For two-toned gloves, you will need 80 yards of colour A and 40 yards of colour B.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) and 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: four small buttons, a yarn needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: working in 3rd Loop, working in Back Loop only, and Large Bean Stitch.

Mystical Mitts from Han Jan Crochet

Mystical Mitts is a free fingerless glove crochet pattern with a simple construction method and a beautiful textured stitch. The instructions are for sizes small, medium, and large and are easily adjustable.

YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., King Cole Merino Blend 4 ply.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Crochet in 3rd Loop Only, Back Loop Only crochet, and Crochet in the Front Loop Only.

Salt and Pepper Fingerless Gloves from Hobbii

The Salt and Pepper Fingerless Gloves pattern is a free crochet pattern designed by Catalina Ungureanu for Hobbii. The gloves feature a ribbed cuff and measure about 10 cm wide and 20 cm in length.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Hurricane from Hobbii.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 100 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a needle for weaving in ends.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Post Double Crochet and Front Post Double Crochet.

Horizon Fingerless Gloves from Little Golden Nook

The Horizon Fingerless Gloves pattern features fun contrasting bobbles and single crochet in the back-loop-only ribbed cuff.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about 110 yards of yarn (100 m) for the main colour and 11 yards (10 m) each for the contrasting bobbles.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bobble Stitch and Back Loop Only Crochet.

Easy Crochet Fingerless Gloves Pattern from Emma Leith

These easy mittens are perfect for the confident beginner. The instructions are clear, and there are lots of photos to guide you through. The pattern is written in UK crochet terms.

SIZE: One size only.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Creative Melange Chunky.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 50 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors and a yarn needle.

Quick Fingerless Mittens Crochet Pattern from Han Jan Crochet

The Pink Puff Stitch Mittens Pattern is a quick make, rated intermediate, but they’re easy once you’ve got the hang of the puff stitch.

SIZE: The mittens are designed to fit average-sized adult hands and have a lot of stretch. The finished measurements are 7″ x 3½” (18 cm x 9 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Bowland DK from Eden Cottage Yarns.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: One 100 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, yarn needle, tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED:

Afrodite Crochet Wrist Warmers: Free Pattern from Hobbii

Designed by Sys Fredens, this free crochet pattern is worked with two strands of yarn held together – a DK-weight wool and a lace-weight mohair yarn.

SIZE: S/M and L/XL.
YARN WEIGHT: #0 / Thread / Lace / Light Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Diablo from Hobbii and #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Hobbi’s Highland Wool.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: One skein each.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Double-stranded crochet.

Crochet Cable Wrist Warmers from The Little Treasures

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Papatya Batik from Woolly and Warmy.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Approximately 50 g.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, Crossted Front Post Treble, and Crossed Back Post Treble.

Margo Fingerless Gloves from Poppy Shop

The Margo Fingerless Gloves pattern is suitable for intermediate crocheters; it features a beautiful braided design with a fun bean stitch cuff. Instructions are for sizes small, medium, and large. UPDATE: Unfortunately this pattern is no longer free; I have updated the link below to the Etsy listing.

YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 150 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Large Bean Stitch and Crocheting into the Third Loop.

Hygge Embroidered Wristies from Haak Maar Raak

The Hygge Wristies are a colourful crochet wristwarmer pattern featuring cross stitch on crochet embellishments. The finished measurements of the mittens are 6.3″ high and 7.9″ in circumference (16 cm x 20 cm).

YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Stone Washed XL from Scheepjes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and an embroidery needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cross Stitch on Crochet and Back Loop Only Crochet.

Acorn Mittens from Leire Villar

The Acorn Mittens is a free crochet fingerless glove pattern featuring the tapestry crochet technique.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Wool4future from Schachenmayr.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Tapestry Crochet. You will be working from a chart in this pattern.

Cozy Wristwarmers from In The Yarn Garden

This free crochet pattern is an easy project that is worked flat in all single crochet and then embroidered with cross stitch.

YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., Alpacka Solo from Järbo.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 50 g skein of the base colour and a small amount of contrasting yarn for the cross stitch detail.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cross Stitch Embroidery.

Crochet Cactus Fingerless Mittens: Free Pattern from Briana K Designs

These cactus-themed crochet gloves feature beautiful colourwork and are rated suitable for intermediate/advanced skill levels. The pattern includes a chart and written instructions.

SIZE: One size – Adult.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Palette from WeCrochet.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: One 50 g ball in the Camel Twist colourway and one in Edamame.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, stitch markers, a yarn needle,
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Colourwork and Split Single Crochet.

Granny Square Fingerless Gloves from Willow Yarns

These granny square mitts are a quick and easy pattern perfect for beginners. They have a simple construction method – each mitten is made from two granny squares with an added cuff.

SIZE: 7¾” x 5¾” (19.5 cm x 14.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Wash Worsted from Willow Yarns.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors and a yarn needle.

Rainbow Burst Mitts from Cute Crochet Makes

This free pattern uses starburst circle motifs and a continuous join method to make these colourful fingerless gloves. These would make a great stash-buster project.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special DK.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cluster Stitch. You will be crocheting with two strands of yarn held together in this pattern and working a continuous join.

Granny Square Fingerless Mitts from Lullaby Lodge

This crochet fingerless mitts pattern is free and includes a video tutorial to show you how to make them step-by-step.

YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm and 3.5 mm (E-4) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: scissors and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Single Crochet in Back Loop Only Ribbing.