Frost Flower Wristwarmers – Knitting Kit

Inspired by traditional Latvian knitting patterns and the delicate beauty of winter frost, these wristwarmers combine bold geometric colourwork with a simple, practical design.

The striking contrast of black and white is complemented by small burgundy details, creating an elegant pattern with a distinctly Baltic character. Their compact size makes them a lovely project for knitters who enjoy stranded colourwork, as well as a thoughtful handmade gift.

Worn around the wrists, they provide an extra layer of warmth without covering your hands, making them comfortable to wear indoors or outdoors.

The Knitting Kit Includes:

• 100% natural wool yarn in black, white and burgundy
• Detailed knitting instructions in English
• Full-colour knitting chart
• Step-by-step guidance for special techniques

Size and Measurements

• Size: One size
• Circumference: Approximately 19 cm (7½ inches)
• Length: Approximately 11 cm (4⅜ inches)

The size can be adjusted by changing the needle size. Use larger needles for a looser fit or smaller needles for a snugger fit.

Tools Required

• 2–2.5 mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles suitable for the magic loop method
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and adding decorative burgundy stitches

You can use either DPNs or circular needles, whichever you find more comfortable.Knitting needles are not included in the kit.

Tension

• 16 stitches and 18 rounds = 5 × 5 cm using 2 mm needles.
• If you knit loosely, I recommend using 2 mm needles. If you tend to knit more tightly, 2.5 mm needles may be more suitable.
• The kit includes enough yarn to knit a tension swatch before starting, allowing you to check your tension and choose the most suitable needle size.

Knitting Skills

This project is best suited to knitters with some experience of knitting in the round and stranded colourwork.

The main pattern is worked using just two colours per round, while the small burgundy details are added afterwards with a tapestry needle. Decorative purl ridges at the top and bottom create a neat finish.

Keeping the floats relaxed and maintaining an even tension will help achieve a smooth, comfortable fit.