"Take a bit of fingering-weight yarn, add beads and a vintage button or two," tempts Alfke, "and voila! The knitter's perfect accessory, in one of two widths: slim for discreet elegance, or wide for a bit of 'bling'!" We can see this becoming a secret sign of knitterdom, like the Masonic pins or rings. As a teaching exercise, it's terrific; the beaded tweed stitch pattern used here is straightforward, and as usual Alfke's pattern is rife with tips for a professional finished look. Great for using up 8 - 16 yards of fingering weight yarn, and makes perfect gifts. From 2008.
