Beaded Wrist Warmers by Donna Druchunas

Beaded Wrist Warmers

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Knitting
DK (11 wpi) ?
English
Discontinued. This digital pattern is no longer available online.

These wrist warmers are inspired by Lithuanian beaded wristers that I saw on BritKnitCast website, hosted by Carrie Anne Dennison, who attended Woolfest last year. When I designed them, I was not sure if they were a traditional Lithuanian design, but I have since found out that these are part of the traditional Lithaunian national costume. They are called riešinės (wristbands) in Lithuanian. They are often made in garter stitch with beaded patterns, but are also made in circular knitting with colorwork, lace, and cable patterns.