Free Easy Crochet Fingerless Gloves Pattern (1-Hour Project!)
As the weather cools down and we transition into autumn, it is time to start thinking about cozy accessories! If you have been looking for quick and practical fall crochet ideas, this Free Crochet Fingerless Gloves Pattern (also known as handwarmers or wrist warmers) is the perfect weekend project.
Why do we love fingerless gloves? They keep your wrists and palms toasty warm, but leave your fingers completely free to type on your computer, scroll on your phone, or hold your favorite pumpkin spice latte!
This is the ultimate beginner crochet project. If you know how to crochet a flat rectangle, you can make these gloves. There is no complicated shaping, no increasing, and no decreasing! We simply crochet a textured rectangle, fold it in half, and seam the side—leaving a small gap for the thumb. Let’s get started!
The “Knit-Look” Ribbing Technique
To make these gloves look like they were bought in a cozy boutique, we will use the Half Double Crochet in the Back Loop Only (HDC BLO) stitch.
Working in the back loop pushes the front loop forward, creating a deep, stretchy ridge that looks exactly like a knitted ribbing. Because it is so stretchy, these gloves will hug your hands perfectly!
Materials You Will Need
This is a fantastic stash-buster project because a pair of gloves uses less than one skein of yarn!
- Yarn: 1 skein (approx. 100-120 yards) of Medium Worsted Weight (Size 4) yarn. Acrylic, wool, or a wool-blend are best for warmth.
- Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H) hook.
- Tools: A measuring tape, a large-eye tapestry needle, and scissors.
Sizing and Measurements (Adult Woman)
This pattern is designed to fit an average adult woman’s hand.
- Length: 7.5 inches long (from the wrist to the knuckles).
- Width: 7 inches wide (this is the circumference around the palm. It will stretch to fit snugly!).
Customizing the size is easy! To make them longer (further up your arm), simply add more chains to your foundation row. To make them wider or tighter, just crochet more or fewer rows before seaming.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch: chain
- hdc: half double crochet
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- sl st: slip stitch
- st(s): stitch(es)
The Free Fingerless Gloves Pattern
Note: Make 2 identical rectangles. There is no “left” or “right” glove until you put them on!
Step 1: Crocheting the Flat Rectangle
Foundation Row: Leave a 10-inch yarn tail before making your slip knot. Chain 26 (or until your chain measures exactly 7.5 inches).
Row 1: Hdc in the 2nd chain from the hook, and hdc in each chain across. (25 sts).
Row 2: Ch 1, turn your work. Hdc in the Back Loop Only (BLO) of the very first stitch, and in the BLO of each stitch across. (25 sts).
Rows 3 to 18: Repeat Row 2 until your rectangle measures 7 inches wide when laid flat and unstretched. (Depending on your tension, this usually takes between 16 and 19 rows).
Do not fasten off!
Step 2: Seaming the Glove & Creating the Thumb Hole
Now, fold your rectangle in half so the two long edges meet. We are going to seam the edges together using slip stitches, leaving a hole in the middle for your thumb.
- Seam the bottom (Wrist): Ch 1. Insert your hook through the stitch closest to you and the corresponding stitch on the starting chain edge. Sl st them together. Continue slip stitching down the edge for 2.5 inches.
- The Thumb Hole: We need to leave a gap! Fasten off your yarn here securely. Take your tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail up the edge of one side only for about 1.5 inches, and reattach your yarn. (Alternatively, you can just cut the yarn, skip 1.5 inches, and re-join your yarn!).
- Seam the top (Knuckles): Once you have skipped your 1.5-inch thumb hole, continue slip stitching the two edges together for the remaining 3.5 inches until you reach the top.
Fasten off and leave a tail for weaving in.
Step 3: Finishing Touches
Turn your glove inside out to hide the slip-stitch seam on the inside.
Thread your tapestry needle and weave in all your loose ends securely.
Now, repeat the exact same process to make your second glove!
These crochet handwarmers make incredible quick gifts for teachers, friends, or yourself! If you loved this free crochet pattern, be sure to Save it to your Pinterest boards so you can make them all winter long.
Happy Crocheting! 🍂🧶
