How to Make the Thumbhole on Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless gloves are a great compromise between warmth and dexterity. But it doesn't matter how useful your fingers are if your lovely opposable thumb is squashed flat to your hand. Thankfully, there's more than one way to cut a thumb hole into a pair of fingerless gloves. Simply modify an extra pair of socks and head out fearlessly into the cold.
Things You'll Need
- A pair of socks, cut off just above the heel
- Scissors
- Needle
- Thread
- Sewing pins
Instructions
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The Easy Way
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Pull the modified sock onto your non-dominant hand -- if you're right-handed, pull the sock onto the left hand and vice-versa if you're left-handed. The finished end of the sock should face toward your hand.
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Position the top of the sock to the desired height. If you're interested in a warmer set of gloves, the top should reach the knuckles on your finger. For gloves that allow for more dexterity, but less warmth, position the top near the base of your fingers.
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Cut a very small hole at the base of your thumb on the outside of your hand - -the hole will widen. Slide your thumb through the hole and adjust it if necessary.
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Take off your glove and place it on top of the other one. Make sure they line up exactly. Cut the second glove to match the thumb hole on the first one.
For a More Finished Look
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Position the modified sock on your hand, inside out. Spread your thumb out to a comfortable distance from your hand.
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Pin the two layers of the sock together, fairly flush with the inside of the thumb, the bridge of the hand and the outside of the index finger. Cut off the excess material, leaving 1/4 inch for a hemline.
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Using a needle and thread, create a hem along the line of pins; remove pins. Repeat with the other sock, being careful to position the sock in the right direction if the front and back of your gloves will differ from each other.
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Tips & Warnings
To continue the finished look, sew a quick hemline along the bottom of the glove to hide the ragged end.
Use buttons, bead or fabric flowers to add a customized look.
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