Knitted Mittens with Heart Patterns and Braided Edges

A pair of winter mittens is drawn at a slight angle, one in the upper right and one in the lower left. Each has a wide ribbed cuff with a knit stitch texture, a braided edge that runs around the hand, and a thumb filled with small teardrop shapes. On the front of each mitten is a symmetrical folk-style design with a large empty teardrop in the center, curling swirls on both sides, a small heart near the bottom, and a fan of petals and drops across the top. The big teardrop shapes are left blank, so they work well for a bold accent color. Try picking two or three main colors for the patterns, then use a softer shade for the cuffs so the stitches stay easy to see. Fine-tip pencils or gel pens will help with the small sections. This page is printable and makes a calm, focused activity for older kids and adults.