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| − | + | Have you ever heard the expression "fits like a glove"? Have you ever tried to follow a glove or [[Sew Fur Lined Mittens|mitten]] pattern and ended up with something that wouldn't fit anybody you know? The size of a crocheted piece depends on a lot of things: exactly what yarn and [[Hold a Crochet Hook|hook]] you use, and how you crochet. | |
This article explains the basic shape and construction of these hand warmers, but it also explains how to make your own adjustments so they're the right size for the hands that will wear them, no matter what yarn and hook you use. You can use a similar approach to adjust the fit of almost any glove, mitten, hand warmer, or slipper pattern. | This article explains the basic shape and construction of these hand warmers, but it also explains how to make your own adjustments so they're the right size for the hands that will wear them, no matter what yarn and hook you use. You can use a similar approach to adjust the fit of almost any glove, mitten, hand warmer, or slipper pattern. | ||
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# '''Optional, for open-fingered hand warmers:''' stop crocheting around in a tube just under the knuckles. Crochet a few rows back and forth on the back of the hand only to keep this part warm while allowing the fingers to bend freely. | # '''Optional, for open-fingered hand warmers:''' stop crocheting around in a tube just under the knuckles. Crochet a few rows back and forth on the back of the hand only to keep this part warm while allowing the fingers to bend freely. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
