Continuously on the lookout for well-fitting mittens that don't let snow up your sleeve? This is the answer, and even advanced beginners to knitting will find it entirely doable.

These mittens are knit in the round with 100% wool. You'll appreciate the longer cuffs -- they're easier to tuck inside coat sleeves and keep snow and ice away from your sensitive skin. Quick to knit up for gifts, these mittens should please just about everybody! Complete instructions with tutorials on thumb gussett and circular knitting make this pattern comprehensive and fun.

Supplies needed: 1 skein of 100% wool yarn, size 5 and size 7 double pointed needles.