I’d worn mittens for 120 days in a row. Well, close to it, anyway. This was late February, y’all, and it was time for a bright new pair. I’d also been dying to make them again. I’d only sewn mittens once and that was last winter.
So I set out to try again. I’d lost track of the pattern I’d used, so the web search began. I found a handful of tutorials and set to work. Guess what I discovered? Making mittens is a snap, but only after you’re done and know what you’re doing.
Unless you have YouTube Sandy, that is. If you want to upcycle a pair of mittens, let me save you some time: You need Sandy in your life. Here she is, dutifully showing each step in her video, “Make Mittens from Old Sweaters – Fast and Easy.”
As usual, my journey began with a trip to the thrift shop. Never underestimate the fun of this step! If you want to join me, here’s your mission: Find three sweaters that combine in a way that makes you smile. In the end, I rejected my “blue on blue on blue” idea and chose three bright heathers. They were practically made for each other, I determined.
So, what do you think: Did I make the right choice? If you were crafting mittens, what colors would make you happy on (yet another) subzero day?
I love the choices you made – but also the blue on blue on blue (but I have a thing for blue!). Thx for sharing the genius of YouTube Sandy – a good tutorial should not be overlooked. I’ve slogged through enough sub-par ones to know!
Yes, Fynnandcade, I cannot say enough good things about her video. She gets to the point, describes the tricky parts in simple terms, shows every step, and provides her own pattern! And now you’ve got me thinking blue-blue-blue!
Those are so cute (as is everything you make), and I’m definitely going to check out YouTube Sandy.
I appreciate this so much, Jess. You’ll enjoy her video! It saved me for sure.
Hi! Miss you and those are the cutest darned mittens! I am calling my re-cycle feature from the archives “Up-Cycle Tuesday” in honor of you. lily
Nice! What a cool connection between our blogs, Lilypup!
Love them! and warm too!!
Those are super cute and sure to brighten up this eternal winter. Thanks for the tip on the tutorial!
Enjoy Sandy, Sandee! Thanks for your kind words. 🙂