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These charming Victorian-style crochet fingerless gloves combine classic elegance with modern functionality.
Featuring a delicate pink lace ruffle and cozy gray ribbed cuffs with a plenty of ways to customize and add your personal touch.
Now you can keep your hands warm without wearing chubby gloves which let’s be honest, usually ruin your whole style.
so grab your hook and let’s get started.
What You’ll Need
Materials:
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn in gray.
- Cotton lace in pink (both colors and yarn weight are optional)
- Crochet hook: Size H/8 (5.0mm) for the ribbed cuff and 1.90 mm for the lace ruffle.
- 2 pearl buttons
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
- sewing needle and thread.
Sizing:
The final dimension will differ greatly from one person to another, so I’m not going to write them down but you will need to measure your piece as you go to check if it fits you.
Skill Level
Easy – This pattern uses basic crochet stitches and is suitable for adventurous beginners who know how to chain, single crochet, and half double crochet.
Special Stitches & Abbreviations
- Ch = Chain
- Sc = Single crochet
- hdc = Half Double crochet
- St = Stitch
- BLO = Back loop only (insert hook through back loop of stitch only)
- Sp = Space
- Rep = Repeat
Fan Stitch (Shell Stitch):
Work 5 double crochet stitches into the same stitch or space to create a fan/shell shape.
Pattern Instructions
Part 1: Ribbed Cuff (Gray)
The ribbed cuff creates a stretchy, comfortable fit around your wrist.
Tip: don’t make it fit exactly even if you stretched it out it will still be loose later, so make it 1-2 rows less than your exact hands diameter.
Foundation:
- With gray yarn, chain 25 this is the length not the width.
- Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook and in each chain across (24 sc). Ch 1, turn.
Ribbing Rows:
Rows 2-20 more or less depends on your yarn weight : Sc in BLO (back loop only) across, Ch 1, turn. (24 sc)
- Note: Working in the back loop only creates the ribbed texture
- Continue until the ribbed piece barely wraps around your wrist with max stretch
- remember you can make ribbed cuff with any stitch as long as your work in blo.
Joining the Cuff: Fold the ribbed rectangle so the long edges meet.
slip stitch the ends together to form a tube, do not complete the row, stop after half to two thirds of the total length and fasten off to make this beautiful division.
Part 2: Lace Ruffle Edge (Pink)
This beautiful fan stitch creates the Victorian-style lace trim.
One way to start is by working directly on the ribbed cuff, but I do not recommend it.
With the cuff seam at the back, attach pink yarn to one edge of the ribbed cuff. You’ll be working along the inner edge of the ribbed rectangle.
The other way is by working separately and then join by sewing them together which I will cover here.
Foundation Row:
Ch 49 (or wrap the chain loosely around your wrist – must be a multiple of 7)
Note: This will later be attached to the cuffed rip and only cover the top part of your hand.
If you want a loose ruffled lace all around your hand, then make this piece 1.5 -2 this size.
Row 1 (Fan Row): Skip first 2 chains, Work (5 dc in the 3rd chain, skip 4 chains).
Repeat this pattern 10 times.
dc in the last chain, Ch 3, turn.
Total: You should have 10 fan/shell clusters plus 1 dc at the end
Row 2 (Chain Loop Row):
Sc in the first stitch (the dc from previous row).
(Ch 5, sc in the space between fans) – the “space” is the gap between each 5-dc cluster.
Repeat across, Ch 3, turn.
You should have a row of chain-5 loops creating arches.
Row 3 (Final Fan Row):
dc 5 in the middle chain (3rd chain) of the previous ch-5 loop.
Repeat this pattern: (5 dc in middle of ch-5 loop).
At the end of the row, sc in the ch-3 space, then ch 3 and turn
Keep repeating R2 and R3 until you reach your desired height.
If you choose to make it full loose wrap around your hands then Fasten off and Weave in all ends securely, if only covering half of your hand then do not attach the two ends.
Pro Tip : If you want the last row to be pointy instead of scalloped then make ( 3dc, ch2, 3dc ) instead of 5dc, Repeat.
Part 3: Assembly & Button Attachment
Attaching the Ruffle:
Sew the lace ruffle to the inner side of the ribbed cuff just below the divider part and to the sides equally.
If your first side is sewed 3 rows on the left, you should match that on the right, but make sure you leave a slightly extra in the middle to make the lace a bit wrinkly which give it a more elegant look.
Sew these wrinkles so they stay in place just like the arrow pointed in the image above.
If you choose to make a full rounded ruffle, you only need to sew it as a circle, the sides do not need to be tied up.
Adding the Pearl Button:
- Position the pearl button at the top center of the ribbed cuff, where the ruffle meets the ribbing
- Sew securely through both the button holes and through the cuff layers
- Make sure the button goes through both the cuff and catches the ruffle base for a decorative accent
Make the Second Mitten: 4. Repeat all steps to create a matching pair!
Tips for Success
Tension Tips:
- Keep your tension loose when working the fan stitches so the ruffle has nice drape
- The ribbed cuff should be worked at normal tension to maintain stretch
Color Combinations:
- Classic: Cream and dusty rose
- Modern: Charcoal and burgundy
- Romantic: Lavender and white
- Bold: Navy and coral
Sizing Adjustments:
- For larger hands: Add more rows to the ribbed cuff and more chains to the lace ruffle.
- For longer mittens: Work additional chains of ribbing before adding the ruffle
Styling Suggestions
These Victorian-style fingerless mittens are incredibly versatile:
- Pair with a coat and scarf for outdoor winter activities
- Buy the ruffle and just make the ribbed cuff, that will give you plenty of options.
- Make a really long cuff, Perfect with dresses for outdoor fall weddings or tea parties
- Use sparkly yarn for the ruffle for evening wear
- Layer under regular gloves for extra warmth
Why This Pattern Works
The genius of this crochet fingerless mittens pattern lies in its construction:
- The ribbed cuff creates natural stretch and a comfortable fit without elastic
- Back loop only stitching creates professional-looking ribbing with just single crochet
- The fan stitch looks intricate but uses only basic double crochet stitches
- The pearl button serves as both decoration and a way to secure the layers, you can add your own touch with any brooch, pin or even a crochet flower or a butterfly.
This design bridges the gap between historical Victorian elegance and modern practicality, making it a timeless accessory.
Pattern at a Glance
Ribbed Cuff:
- Foundation: Ch 25
- Work sc in BLO for 20-26 rows
- Seam into tube
Lace Ruffle:
- Row 1: Ch 49, skip 2, (5dc in 3rd st, skip 4) 10 times, dc in last
- Row 2: Ch 3, turn, sc in first, (ch 5, sc in space) across
- Row 3: Ch 3, turn, sc in first, (5dc in middle of ch-5) across
- Repeat.
Assembly:
- Attach ruffle to cuff edge
- Sew pearl button at center top
- Weave in ends
This Victorian-style crochet fingerless mittens pattern combines elegance with practicality, creating a beautiful accessory that’s as functional as it is fashionable. The delicate lace ruffle adds a romantic touch while the ribbed cuff ensures a comfortable, secure fit.
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