{"product_id":"art-nouveau-garden-long-fingerless-gloves-knitting-kit-copy","title":"Amber in the Snow – Fingerless Gloves Knitting Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the beauty of Baltic winters and the warm glow of amber, these fingerless gloves bring together traditional Latvian knitting craftsmanship and a striking contemporary colour palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber has held a special place in Latvian culture for centuries, symbolising warmth, sunlight and a deep connection to the Baltic Sea. This design reflects that heritage, combining delicate dark blue snowflakes on a soft cream background with bold amber-orange and burgundy geometric patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern offers two cuff options: a decorative traditional Latvian braid or simpler purl ridges. You can choose whichever technique you prefer, making this an enjoyable project for knitters with some experience of stranded colourwork.\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 four colours: cream, dark blue, amber-orange 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 charts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructions for two cuff options: traditional Latvian braid or simple purl ridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep-by-step guidance for special techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll neatly packed in an eco-friendly cardboard box\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003eSpare yarn or thread for holding thumb 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\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you tend to knit loosely, I recommend starting with 2 mm needles. If you knit more tightly, 2.5 mm needles may be a better choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is enough yarn included in the kit to knit a tension swatch before you begin, allowing you to check your tension and choose the needle size that gives you the best fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is enough yarn included in the kit to knit a tension swatch before you begin, allowing you to check your tension and choose the needle size that gives you the best fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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 design uses no more than two colours per round. The traditional Latvian braid adds a decorative detail, while the alternative purl-ridge cuff offers a simpler option.\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will also receive ongoing online support from the designer and shop owner if you need help along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BalticKnits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58177654784380,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/6263\/8657\/files\/cimdi_uz_galda.jpg?v=1794345058","url":"https:\/\/balticknits.co.uk\/products\/art-nouveau-garden-long-fingerless-gloves-knitting-kit-copy","provider":"BalticKnits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}