This Interlocking Stripes Hat is a wonderful introduction to fair isle or stranded knitting without the stress. Working with only two colors at a time, you can start to learn the process of holding and tensioning two yarns simultaneously.

Cool weather is not the only reason for protecting your hands. Cold cubicles, doctor’s offices, and class rooms will numb your fingers just as quickly, but still require the use of all your digits. Fingerless gloves are the perfect solution to keeping you warm yet mobile.

Fingerless gloves are the ultimate in comfortable and smart accessories. They keep your hands warm during cooler weather, but leave your fingers free to tap on smartphone, use keys, or gesture rudely in traffic. This pattern mixes simplicity with a defined stitch for a wardrobe staple or a quick gift.