Beautiful Ruby Mittens Free Crochet Pattern For Children

These Ruby Mittens are a beautiful crochet project featuring the timeless Mosaic Crochet technique. Designed in a small size to fit children ages 8–10, this pattern combines warmth, comfort, and eye-catching detail.

Crochet Ruby Mittens

The ribbed cuff ensures a snug fit around the wrist, while the mosaic design creates a stunning textured finish in two contrasting colors. With clear step-by-step instructions, these mittens are both practical for chilly weather and stylish enough to make a thoughtful handmade gift. They can easily be customized in different colors, making them a versatile addition to any crochet collection.

Materials

Sport weight yarn in two contrasting colors (Color A and Color B)
3.5 mm crochet hook
Scissors, yarn needle

Stitches Used

Chain (ch)
Slip Stitch (sl st)
Single Crochet (sc)
Double Crochet (dc)
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
Single Crochet in Back Loop Only (sc BLO)
Double Crochet in Front Loop of Stitch Two Rounds Down (dc FLC)

The Ribbing (Cuff)

With Color A, chain 13.
Row 1: Sc in the second ch from hook and in each ch across. (12 sc)
Rows 2–36: Ch 1, turn. Sc BLO in each st across. (12 sc BLO)
Join ribbing by folding and working sl st through one loop of the first side and the back loop of the second side. (12 sl st)

Mitten Body (Setup and Mosaic Pattern)

Round 1 (Color A): Ch 1, sc evenly around edge of ribbing, 2 sc per ridge. Join. (36)
Round 2 (Color B): Ch 1, sc BLO in each st. Join with Color A. (36)
Round 3 (Color A): Ch 1, sc BLO in each st. Join with Color B. (36)
Round 4 (Color B): Ch 1, sc BLO in next 3 sts, dc FLC two rounds below. Repeat. (48)
Round 5 (Color A): Ch 1, dc FLC in middle st two rounds below, sc BLO in next 3 sts. Repeat. (48)
Round 6 (Color B): Ch 1, dc FLC, sc BLO. Repeat. (48)
Round 7 (Color A): Ch 1, dc FLC, sc BLO in next 3 sts. Repeat. (48)
Round 8 (Color B): Ch 1, sc BLO, dc FLC, sc BLO in next 2 sts. Repeat. (48)
Round 9 (Color A): Ch 1, sc BLO in 2 sts, dc FLC, sc BLO. Repeat. (48)
Round 10 (Color B): Ch 1, sc BLO, dc FLC. Repeat. (48)
Rounds 11–18: Repeat rounds 7–10 twice. (48)

The Thumb Hole

Round 19 (Color B): Ch 1. Work pattern repeat 3 times, skip 12 sts for thumb hole, sc BLO in 13th st, continue pattern. Join. (36)
Rounds 20–33: Continue repeating rounds 7–10 until mitten reaches pinky finger length. (36)

Mitten Closure

Round 34 (Color A): Dc decrease round, skipping dc FLC sts. (27)
Round 35 (Color A): Dc in each st around. (27)
Round 36 (Color A): Dc2tog around. (14)
Round 37 (Color A): Sc in each st in spiral. (~14)
Round 38 (Color A): Skip 1 st, sc in next. Repeat. (~7)
Round 39 (Color A): Skip 1 st, sl st in next. Repeat to close hole.

The Thumb

Round 1: Join Color A. Hdc into 12 skipped sts, add 2–3 extra hdc at joint. (~14–15)
Rounds 2–6: Hdc around in spiral.
Decrease: Skip 1 st, hdc in next. Repeat until 4–6 sts remain.
Final Closure: Skip 1 st, sl st in next. Repeat until hole closes.