These easy crochet fingerless gloves are made from two rectangles, which keeps shaping simple for beginners. After checking each rectangle around the hand, you seam the side while leaving a comfortable opening for the thumb.
The ribbed stitch stretches across different hand widths, making this a useful handmade gift when you can compare the project with the recipient’s measurements.
Quick pattern details
- Skill level: beginner
- Construction: two flat rectangles
- Suggested length: 7–8 in (18–20 cm)
- Make two identical pieces
Materials
- 140–190 yd (128–174 m) soft DK or worsted yarn
- 4–5 mm hook suited to the yarn
- Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape, and four markers
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- hdc: half double crochet
- BLO: back loop only
- st(s): stitch(es)
Before you begin
Measure from the wrist to the base of the fingers for length and around the widest part of the hand for circumference. The rectangle should wrap with gentle stretch.
Step-by-step instructions
Set the glove length
Chain until the foundation reaches from the wrist to the base of the fingers, usually 7–8 inches. Hdc in the second chain and across.
Crochet the ribbed fabric
Chain 1 and turn. Hdc BLO across every row until the rectangle wraps around the hand with light stretch.
Mark the thumb opening
Wrap the rectangle around the hand. Mark the beginning and end of a 1.5–2 inch opening centered beside the thumb joint.
Seam below the thumb
With right sides together, sew from the wrist edge to the first marker. Fasten this section securely.
Seam above the thumb
Begin again at the second marker and sew to the finger edge. Reinforce both ends of the opening without making a tight knot against the skin.
Repeat and finish
Make the second glove to the same row count. Turn both right side out, weave tails deeply into the ribs, and block as a pair.
Troubleshooting and useful tips
- Write down the chain and row counts from the first glove.
- The thumb opening should be large enough to move but not so large that the side gaps.
- Avoid fuzzy yarn for the first pair because clear stitches make matching easier.
- Try the glove on before trimming the seam tails.
Ways to customize it
- Add two contrast rows at each wrist.
- Extend the foundation for longer wrist warmers.
- Sew a small crochet flower to the back of each glove, keeping decorations away from the palm.
Frequently asked questions
Are these left- and right-handed?
No. The rectangle design makes the two gloves identical.
Can I use single crochet?
Yes, but single crochet has less vertical stretch and will require more rows.
How do I make a tighter wrist?
Use a smaller hook for the last inch of rows or thread elastic carefully through the inside wrist edge.
Keep learning
If your rectangle changes width, use the straight-edge checklist. See hook sizing explained before changing yarn weight.
Photo: Edo / Unsplash.