Knitting with Beads

I love to knit with beads! The simplest form and design turns to a piece of art through the pattern and the colours and luster of the beads.

Beaded wristlets are quite easy to make and are like a warming piece of jewelry. These in black are knitted in thin alpaca. It's my own design which I simply call 'Paisley'.

I made them a couple of years ago. I've used them a lot so they have lost some stretch.

It's time to knit a new pair with the same pattern. This time in burgundy with beads in purple and pink.
Each bead must be in the right place so the stringing demands some nicety work. It's done for the first wristlet!