{"product_id":"amber-in-the-snow-fingerless-gloves-knitting-kit-copy","title":"Frost Flower Wristwarmers – Knitting Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by traditional Latvian knitting patterns and the delicate beauty of winter frost, these wristwarmers combine bold geometric colourwork with a simple, practical design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorn around the wrists, they provide an extra layer of warmth without covering your hands, making them comfortable to wear indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Knitting Kit Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% natural wool yarn in black, white and burgundy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed knitting instructions in English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-colour knitting chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step guidance for special techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize and Measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One size\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCircumference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 19 cm (7½ inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 11 cm (4⅜ inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe size can be adjusted by changing the needle size. Use larger needles for a looser fit or smaller needles for a snugger fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2–2.5 mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles suitable for the magic loop method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTapestry needle for weaving in ends and adding decorative burgundy stitches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can use either DPNs or circular needles, whichever you find more comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnitting needles are not included in the kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 stitches and 18 rounds = 5 × 5 cm using 2 mm needles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you knit loosely, I recommend using 2 mm needles. If you tend to knit more tightly, 2.5 mm needles may be more suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit includes enough yarn to knit a tension swatch before starting, allowing you to check your tension and choose the most suitable needle size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnitting Skills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis project is best suited to knitters with some experience of knitting in the round and stranded colourwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the floats relaxed and maintaining an even tension will help achieve a smooth, comfortable fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BalticKnits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58177663467900,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/6263\/8657\/files\/1_L_e2ae02d2-268c-4184-a8b4-6a15eaf16cad.jpg?v=1794345357","url":"https:\/\/balticknits.co.uk\/products\/amber-in-the-snow-fingerless-gloves-knitting-kit-copy","provider":"BalticKnits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}