Forest for the Trees Fingerless Gloves by Hook Mountain Handmade

The Forest for the Trees Fingerless Gloves by Hook Mountain Handmade is a stunning knitting pattern that balances practicality with natural beauty. Featuring a charming tree motif worked in stranded colorwork, these gloves are a cozy, stylish accessory perfect for colder weather.

I had the pleasure of being a test knitter for this pattern, and many others by Hook Mountain Handmade. Her patterns are easy to follow and very intuitive to knit. Highly recommend.

Forest For The Trees Fingerless Gloves

The Forest for the Trees Fingerless Gloves is an enchanting pattern that combines elegance and functionality. Whether you’re knitting them as a gift or for yourself, these gloves offer warmth, style, and a touch of the forest’s magic. With options for customization and approachable techniques, it’s a rewarding project for knitters looking to create something truly unique.

Pattern Name: Forest for the Trees Fingerless Gloves
Designer: Hook Mountain Handmade
Craft: Knitting
Project Type: Fingerless Gloves/Mitts
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Suggested Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted

Design and Construction

The gloves are knit in the round. Beginning with the cuff and progressing to a gusseted thumb, thay have a comfortable and well-fitted design. The standout feature is the intricate tree motif, which creates a woodland-inspired aesthetic. The pattern includes options for both longer and shorter cuffs, as well as choices between ribbed or plain finishes. This allows for customization based on personal preferences.

Sizing

Available in three sizes—Small, Medium, and Large—the pattern is designed to fit most adult hands. The flexibility in cuff and top edge styles, along with adjustable lengths, which enables knitters to tailor the gloves to individual tastes and ensure a comfortable fit.

Materials and Yarn

The pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn which makes it accessible to a wide range of yarns. Hook Mountain Handmade suggests Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted. You’ll need 135–195 yards depending on the size, making it a great stash-busting project. Choosing yarn with good contrast is essential for the stranded colorwork to shine, ensuring the tree design stands out beautifully.

Skill Level and Techniques

This pattern is ideal for intermediate knitters comfortable with knitting stockinette in the round and stranded colorwork. The tree motif adds a fun and engaging challenge for those new to colorwork, while the clear instructions and size options make it manageable for those with experience.

Availability

The Forest for the Trees Fingerless Gloves pattern is available for purchase on Ravelry as a downloadable PDF. The instructions are well-organized, with detailed charts and notes to guide you through the colorwork and customization options.