Cozy Ribbed Wrist Warmers

These wrist warmers are perfect for a beginner crocheter or knitter! They are made in a soft yarn that creates a beautiful ribbed texture and are designed to keep your wrists warm without sacrificing finger mobility.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: 100g of medium weight (5) yarn, in your choice of colors.
• Needles: Size 5 mm (US 8) knitting needles or H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook.
• Stitch marker (optional).
• Scissors.
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Gauge:

For knitting: 14 stitches x 20 rows = 4 inches in rib pattern.

For crochet: 12 stitches in the foundation chain + 12 rows = 4 inches in rib pattern.

Abbreviations:

• k - knit
• p - purl
• st(s) - stitch(es)
• BO - bind off
• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• bl - back loop
• sl st - slip stitch

Instructions:

For Knitting:

1. Cast on 36 stitches.
2. Row 1: *K2, P2* repeat from * to * across the row.
3. Row 2: *P2, K2* repeat from * to * across the row.
4. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until the piece measures 8 inches long.
5. Continue until piece measures approximately 8 inches from the cast on edge.
6. Bind off all stitches loosely.
7. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave in the ends.

For Crochet:

1. Chain 38 stitches, plus 1 for turning.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in the back loop only across the chain (38 sc).
3. Row 2: Chain 1, turn; single crochet in the back loops across (38 sc).
4. Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures about 8 inches long.
5. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail, and fasten off. Weave in ends.

Finishing Touch:

Fold the finished piece in half, then either sew or slip stitch the sides together, leaving an opening for the thumb (about 2 inches from the bottom). Weave in all loose ends. Optionally, you can add a decorative edge or make a matching set for the other hand!

Enjoy your beautiful, handmade wrist warmers!