Raise a toast to cozy creativity with the Beer Mug Crochet Gloves, a project that’s as playful as it is practical! 🍺🧶 Designed to closely match the reference photo, these gloves feature deep vertical ribbing that mimics the look of a frosty mug, a rounded handle detail, and a dense fluffy “foam” trim at the wrist. Their fingerless design makes them both comfortable and functional, while the structured shape adds a fun novelty twist.
Perfect for quirky winter accessories, Oktoberfest outfits, or as a unique handmade gift, these gloves are sure to spark smiles and conversations. Fun to stitch and even more fun to wear, the Beer Mug Crochet Gloves are a joyful way to crochet warmth, humor, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! ✨🍻🧵
🍺 Beer Mug Crochet Gloves Pattern
These playful beer mug gloves are carefully designed to match the reference photo, featuring bold vertical ribbing, a slightly tapered but roomy fit, a thick three-dimensional handle, and an extra-dense, tall foamy cuff with a rounded, bubbly texture. The gloves are fingerless for comfort while still capturing the unmistakable beer mug look.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate — includes post stitches, shaping, bobble stitches, and tubular construction.
📏 Finished Size
Adult medium (relaxed fit)
Approx. 7.5 in (19 cm) from wrist to finger opening
🧶 Materials
Worsted weight yarn
- Mustard / beer gold – approx. 110 g
- White – approx. 45 g (foam trim)
Tools
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- 3.5 mm crochet hook (foam trim)
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
FPdc – front post double crochet
BPdc – back post double crochet
bob – bobble stitch (5 dc together)
dec – decrease
FO – fasten off
All rounds are worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
🧤 Glove Body (Beer Mug)
Ribbed Mug Body (Worked in Rounds)
Using mustard yarn, ch 36.
Join to first chain with a sl st, being careful not to twist.
Round 1: ch 2, dc in each ch around (36)
Round 2: ch 2, FPdc around next st, BPdc around next st repeat around (36)
Rounds 3–20: repeat Round 2
This creates deep, pronounced vertical ribbing that closely matches the strong texture seen in the photo.
Hand Opening Edge
Round 21: sc around (36)
FO.
The opening remains comfortably wide, matching the relaxed wrist fit in the image.
👍 Thumb Opening
Lay the glove flat and identify the side seam.
Mark 6 stitches for the thumb opening.
Attach yarn at the first marker.
Round 22: sc to marker, ch 6, skip 6 sts, sc to end of round
Round 23: sc around, working 6 sc into the chain space
FO.
🍺 Mug Handle (Thick & Tubular)
Using mustard yarn:
Ch 6, join with sl st to form a ring.
Round 1: sc around (6)
Rounds 2–20: sc around (6)
Lightly stuff as you go to maintain a firm, rounded shape.
FO, leaving a long tail.
Handle placement:
Position the handle approximately 2 inches (5 cm) below the finger opening, centered on the side opposite the thumb opening. Sew securely at both ends, shaping into a gentle curve.
☁️ Foam Trim (White – Extra Dense & Tall)
Attach white yarn to the wrist edge using a 3.5 mm hook.
Foam Round 1 (Full Coverage)
Round 1: bob in each stitch around
Push bobbles forward as you work.
Foam Round 2 (Extra Height)
Round 2: bob in each stitch around again, working between the previous bobbles to build height and density.
Foam Stabilizing Round
Round 3: sl st loosely behind the bobbles around
FO.
The result is a thick, upright, pom-pom-like foam cuff with the same dense, rounded appearance seen in the reference photo.
✋ Second Glove
Repeat all instructions, mirroring the handle placement so each glove has its handle on the outer side of the hand.
🪡 Finishing
- Weave in all ends securely
- Shape ribbing gently by hand
- Do not steam or flatten the foam trim
🍻 Finished Beer Mug Gloves
Your beer mug gloves are now complete, featuring bold vertical ribbing, a roomy yet shaped fit, a thick three-dimensional handle, and an extra-dense, tall foamy cuff that closely matches the reference photo. These gloves are cozy, whimsical, and perfect for novelty gifts, winter festivals, or Oktoberfest-inspired outfits.
Happy crocheting! 🧶🍺
