Monica Knits

The photo shows the interior of fingerless gloves knitted in 2 colors, using a stranding technique.

Click here to read Color Work - Stranding.

Click here to read the article: Basic Glove - Fingers.

Click here to read the article: Basic Fingerless Glove.

Chart illustrating position of thumb sts for the waste yarn method using two circular needles.

Traditionally, fingerless gloves were used by fishermen to provide dexterity for removing fish hooks, while providing warmth to the rest of the hand. Nowadays they are welcomed by keyboard users--allowing fingertip control, coupled with warmth. Just last weekend, I noticed that our favorite teller at the grocery store was wearing a beautiful pair of black and pink fingerless Valentine's day gloves. When I commented on them, she said that she needed them to keep her hands warm. Read more ... for fingerless glove knitting instructions.