Pigeon Themed DK Weight Knitted Arm Warmers

Stay cozy and stylish with these pigeon themed arm warmers! This pattern uses DK weight yarn for a comfortable fit. Whether you're a pigeon enthusiast or just love unique accessories, these arm warmers are perfect for you!

Materials Needed:

• DK weight yarn (approximately 200 yards)
• US 6 (4 mm) knitting needles
• Tapestry needle

Gauge:

22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Size:

One size fits most adult hands

Abbreviations:

• k: knit
• p: purl
• st(s): stitch(es)
• pm: place marker
• sm: slip marker
• k2tog: knit two stitches together
• ssk: slip, slip, knit

Instructions:

Note: Work both arm warmers the same way.

Ribbing:

1. Cast on 36 stitches.
2. Row 1: *K2, p2* to the end of the row, ending with k2.
3. Repeat Row 1 until the ribbing measures approximately 2 inches from the cast on edge.

Main Body:

Switch to stockinette stitch.

1. Row 1: Knit all stitches.
2. Row 2: Purl all stitches.
3. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until the arm warmer measures approximately 8 inches from the cast on edge, or desired length.

Thumb Hole:

1. Next row (Right Side): K2, pm, k5, pm, knit to the end of the row.
2. Next row (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches.
3. Repeat the last 2 rows for 1 inch.

Decrease for Thumb:

Continue in stockinette stitch.

1. Row 1: Knit to 2 stitches before the marker, k2tog, sm, k5, sm, ssk, knit to the end of the row.
2. Row 2: Purl all stitches.
3. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until 16 stitches remain.

Ribbing:

1. Switch to ribbing.
2. Repeat Ribbing section (Row 1) for approximately 1 inch.
3. Bind off all stitches in ribbing pattern.

Finishing:

Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle. Block the arm warmers if desired.

Enjoy your pigeon themed arm warmers!