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In an image that has now gone viral, Senator Bernie Sanders sat bundled up in a beige parka with his arms and legs crossed at President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ inauguration. Everyone was captivated by not only his mood in the photo as he sat socially distanced, but by his cozy looking knitted mittens that he was wearing. Crafted by Jen Ellis, a Vermont second grade teacher, they are made from a recycled old sweater and lined with fleece.
Who knew that it would be Bernie’s mittens that would unite us all during this unprecedented time in our history? To capture the moment and mood of the Bern, crocheters and knitters alike have written up some pretty cool patterns to commemorate his iconic status and mittens.
The Bernie Sanders Crochet doll above was created by Tobey King within hours of the photo going all around on social media. She astonished everyone with her ability to create a doll of Bernie that captures the moment perfectly so quickly. You can buy the pattern on Etsy here.
If you’re looking for a crochet pattern for Bernie Sanders Mittens, Tatiana has made a pattern for them and it’s available in her Etsy store here.
This hat was designed by Michelle and it coordinates with the crocheted Bernie Sanders’ mittens above perfectly. You can purchase the pattern for this hat in her Etsy store here.