Acantha was a minor character in Greek mythology, but one whose story is somewhat confused. In one version, Acantha was a woman who refused Apollo’s advances. In another version, Acantha was a man who returned Apollo’s advances. Either way, these cuffs, mitts, and mittens are great for all.

Worked from the cuff towards the fingers, this pattern can be used as wrist-warming cuffs, fingerless mitts, or full mittens. A large range of sizes will ensure well-fitting hand warmers for most of the family.

The Fresh Designs: Mittens and Gloves book

Sizes: S (M, L, 1X) (shown in size S)

Finished measurements (Hand/wrist circumference): 4.75 (6, 7.25, 8.5) inches

Yarn: Cephalopod Yarns Bugga! 80% merino wool, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 412yds/377m per 113g skein; color: Dragon Millipede

Needles: Set of US 2

Notions: Stitch markers, smooth waste yarn of same or smaller diameter in a contrasting color, yarn needle

Gauge: 30 sts/46 rows to 4 inches in stitch pattern

The standalone pattern
Everything listed above, plus two more sizes: XS and 2X, and laid out in the normal Fiber Dreams format.