This Latvian mitten pattern comes from the district of Latgale, Krustpils and features a cuff with a knitted braid and fringe. The model mitten was knit in white, yellow, red, and blue. The author writes that, “Many believe the designs and colors from this part of Latvia show the truest Latvian qualities with the fewest foreign influences.”

Latvian mittens were knit originally on needles varying in size from 0-0000 (2-1.25 mm, 13-16 English). The yarn was usually a fine 2-ply homespun similar to an 8/2 weaving yarn or as fine as a “fingering yarn”. The pattern asks that you find your own gauge with your own needles and yarn and then adjust the graph based on a sizing chart at the back of the book.