Citrus Grove Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves Free Crochet Pattern

Brighten Your Winter with Citrus Grove Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves

Are you ready to add a splash of sunshine to your accessory collection? These Citrus Grove Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves are the perfect project to chase away the winter blues. Crafted in a vibrant lemon yellow, these gloves feature a wonderfully textured lemon peel stitch that is not only eye-catching but also incredibly satisfying to create. This free crochet pattern is designed with beginners in mind, using simple stitches to produce a professional-looking, cozy result. Whether you're treating yourself or making a handmade gift, these gloves are a delightful and practical project that will keep your hands warm while leaving your fingers free for texting, crafting, or sipping a warm drink.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather your supplies. This project is portable and requires minimal materials, making it perfect for on-the-go crafting.

• Yarn: Worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn in a cheerful lemon yellow. You will need approximately 150-200 yards. Cotton is ideal as it provides excellent stitch definition and durability.
• Crochet Hook: US Size H/8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook. Ensure your hook is comfortable to hold for extended periods.
• Other Tools: A yarn needle for weaving in ends, and a pair of scissors.
• Optional Embellishments: A small button or crochet flower to add a personal touch to the wrist.

Gauge: 16 stitches x 20 rows = 4 inches in lemon peel stitch (sc, dc pattern). While gauge is important for sizing, this pattern is quite forgiving. If your gloves come out slightly larger or smaller, they will still fit comfortably.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these detailed instructions to create your own pair of sunny gloves. The pattern is worked in the round from the cuff up. We will make two identical gloves.

Abbreviations & Special Stitches

Abbreviations: ch = chain, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, st(s) = stitch(es), sl st = slip stitch, rnd = round, rep = repeat, sk = skip.

Special Stitch - Lemon Peel Stitch: This pattern is created by alternating single crochet and double crochet stitches. In the next round, you will work the opposite stitch into each stitch from the previous round (i.e., work a dc into a sc, and a sc into a dc). This offset creates the bumpy, textured "lemon peel" effect.

Glove (Make 2)

Part 1: The Ribbed Cuff

1. Foundation Chain: Chain 10. This will create a cuff that is approximately 2 inches wide. If you have a larger wrist, you can chain more stitches to increase the width.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from your hook and in each chain across. You should have 9 single crochet stitches. Chain 1 and turn your work.
3. Rows 2-24: For these rows, you will work in the back loops only. This is crucial for creating the stretchy, ribbed texture. Single crochet in each stitch across (9 stitches). Chain 1 and turn. Repeat this row until you have completed a total of 24 rows. The fabric will look like a series of horizontal ridges.
4. Forming the Tube: After completing Row 24, do not fasten off. Fold the cuff in half lengthwise so the short ends meet. Use a slip stitch to join the two short ends together, creating a tube. Turn the cuff right side out so the seam is on the inside.

Part 2: The Main Body

5. Round 1 (Foundation): Chain 1. Work 28 single crochet stitches evenly around the top edge of the cuff. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. You should now have 28 stitches in the round.
6. Round 2 (Pattern Start): Chain 1. *Single crochet in the next stitch, double crochet in the next stitch.* Repeat from * to * around the entire round. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. You will have 14 sc and 14 dc (28 total).
7. Round 3 (Pattern Offset): Chain 1. *Double crochet in the next stitch (this is a sc from the previous round), single crochet in the next stitch (this is a dc from the previous round).* Repeat from * to * around. Join with a slip stitch to the first double crochet. This offsetting is what creates the textured pattern.
8. Continue Pattern: Repeat Rounds 2 and 3 alternately. This means you will work a sc into a dc and a dc into a sc each round. Continue until the body of the glove measures approximately 4 inches from the top of the cuff. It is best to end with a Round 3 repeat (where you start with a dc).

Part 3: Creating the Thumb Opening

9. Round 9 (Thumb Hole): Chain 1. Work in the lemon peel pattern across the first 14 stitches. Now, chain 3. Skip the next 6 stitches (this gap will be the thumb hole). Continue working in the pattern across the remaining 8 stitches. Join with a slip stitch to the first stitch of the round. You will have 22 pattern stitches and a chain-3 gap.
10. Round 10 (Closing the Gap): Chain 1. Work in the lemon peel pattern across the first 14 stitches. For the chain-3 space, work 1 single crochet and 1 double crochet into each of the 3 chain stitches. Then, continue working in the pattern across the remaining 8 stitches. Join with a slip stitch to the first stitch. You should be back to 28 stitches total.

Part 4: The Top Band & Finishing

11. Rounds 11-13: Work even in the lemon peel stitch pattern for 3 more rounds. This will give the top of the glove a nice, finished length.
12. Final Round: Chain 1. Work 1 single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a slip stitch to the first single crochet. This creates a clean, neat edge.
13. Fasten Off: Cut your yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Pull the tail through the loop on your hook to secure. Weave in all loose ends with your yarn needle.

Finishing Touches

• Repeat all of the above steps to create the second glove.
• For an extra touch of charm, consider sewing a small button or a crocheted flower onto the wrist area of each glove.

And there you have it—a beautiful pair of Citrus Grove Lemon Peel Fingerless Gloves! These gloves are as fun to make as they are to wear. The textured stitch is a great way to practice your basic crochet skills while creating something truly special. Enjoy your new favorite accessory, and don't be surprised if you find yourself making a pair in every color!