i call these cheats' gloves because they're so easy - no circular knitting or finishing required.
materials:
3.5 mm straight needles
DK weight wool
size: one size fits most. CO 8 extra sts if you have larger wrists.
CO 40 sts. k2 p2 rib for 2", switch to stocking st and knit a further 2.5", switch to k1 p1 rib and finish with 0.5" ribbing. BO in pattern. seam the edge with mattress st, leaving a 1" gap halfway down for your thumb.