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: a covering for the hand and wrist having a separate section for the thumb only
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These mittens are a cute homage to the state in the Great Lakes region, and feature a map of the upper and lower peninsulas on each hand.
$25 at Michigan Mittens
Honorable mention: Michigan Bee gift set
Minnesota
Buffalo plaid is a classic winter pattern in the North Star State.
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Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Jan. 2023
In addition to clothing, the site features baby accessories (bibs, hats, mittens, etc.), baby gear, and toys.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024
There is still a need for mittens in children's and adult sizes.
—Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 22 Oct. 2023
The newborn was swaddled in a heart-print blanket with matching mittens covering her tiny hands.
—Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
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Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Jan. 2023
In addition to clothing, the site features baby accessories (bibs, hats, mittens, etc.), baby gear, and toys.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024
There is still a need for mittens in children's and adult sizes.
—Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 22 Oct. 2023
The newborn was swaddled in a heart-print blanket with matching mittens covering her tiny hands.
—Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
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“Mitten.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mitten. Accessed 16 Jun. 2024.
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