Beorn is a Northman, a Shape-shifter, Skinchanger, and the last of his kind. He has the ability to change his form between that of large man and large bear. He was held in captivity (as were most of his kind), enslaved by Azog The Defiler, escaped, and continues to wear a chain on his wrist as a reminder of that time.
Knit the chain cable and join the two ends, then pick up stitches for the hand. It is a slightly more complex cable than a simple crossover.

This pattern includes instructions for both fingerless mitts and full mittens and is a companion to the Beorn Hat. Both the hat and mitts are available written for DK as well.