Nepped Fingerless Mitts
Regular price $29.95Story
A cozy and wonderfully distinctive Irish accessory, these Nepped Fingerless Mitts combine the warmth of pure new wool with the unmistakable character of Donegal Tweed.
The simple plain-knit design lets the colorful nepps in the yarn take center stage, creating a beautiful tweed-like texture with a subtle pop of color. A generous 1x1 rib cuff hugs the wrist for a snug, comfortable fit, while the fingerless design keeps your hands warm without limiting your ability to use your fingers.
Knitted in 3-gauge nepped Donegal Tweed 100% pure new wool, these mitts are an easy and versatile way to add warmth and Irish character to your winter wardrobe.
A cozy pair of fingerless mitts knitted in pure Donegal Tweed wool, with colorful nepps creating a rich tweed-like texture and a generous ribbed cuff for extra warmth.
Why You'll Love It
These mitts are wonderfully practical for everyday winter wear. The fingerless design keeps your palms and wrists warm while leaving your fingers free for using your phone, carrying keys, or handling everyday tasks.
The colorful nepps woven throughout the Donegal Tweed yarn give each pair a lively, textured appearance, adding a beautiful pop of color without overwhelming the classic design.
For an especially stylish layered look, they can also be worn over a classic full-finger leather glove.
Available in Green and Magenta, they make a thoughtful Irish gift that is both beautiful and genuinely useful.
Irish Heritage
Donegal Tweed is one of Ireland's most celebrated textile traditions. Associated with County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland, Donegal Tweed is known for its distinctive flecks, or "nepps," of contrasting color scattered throughout the wool.
These colorful nepps give Donegal Tweed its characteristic speckled appearance and make each fabric especially distinctive. The tradition grew from the practical woolen textiles of Donegal, where local wool and traditional weaving became an important part of the region's craft heritage.
These fingerless mitts showcase that character beautifully, allowing the colorful Donegal nepps to become part of the design itself.
Product Details
• Made in Ireland
• Crafted by Aran Woollen Mills
• 100% pure new wool
• 3-gauge knit
• Nepped Donegal Tweed
• Plain knit hand
• Colorful nepps create a tweed-like texture
• Generous 1x1 rib cuff
• Snug wrist fit
• Fingerless mitten design
• Available in Green and Magenta
• Can be layered over full-finger leather gloves
• $29.95
The Carrick Mór Touch
At Carrick Mór, we believe every Irish gift carries a story. From the hands of talented makers to the places and traditions that inspire them, each piece celebrates the beauty, craftsmanship, and enduring heritage of Ireland.
Made By
Aran Woollen Mills has been creating authentic Irish knitwear since 1965. Rooted in County Mayo, the company combines traditional Irish knitting techniques with contemporary design to create warm, comfortable pieces inspired by Ireland's rich textile heritage.
From classic Aran sweaters to beautifully crafted gloves, mitts, scarves, hats, and other accessories, Aran Woollen Mills continues a tradition of Irish craftsmanship while celebrating the natural warmth, softness, and character of wool.
Discover the story of Aran Woollen Mills →
From County Donegal
County Donegal occupies Ireland's rugged northwest, a place of dramatic mountains, windswept coastlines, remote beaches, and a deeply rooted tradition of wool and textile craftsmanship.
Donegal Tweed reflects that landscape beautifully, with its distinctive colorful nepps adding warmth and character to the natural wool. These mitts bring a little of that Donegal tradition into an easy-to-wear winter accessory.