Fabulous, 45 Row, Circular or Flat, Beaded or Not, Wrist Dickey

Fabulous, 45 Row, Circular or Flat, Beaded or Not, Wrist Dickey by Sharon Mooney

What is Being Made

This is a wrist dickey pattern designed by Sharon Mooney, a versatile accessory that fits wrist circumferences up to 7 inches for the small size or up to 8.5 inches for the large size. A wrist dickey is a decorative knitted cuff or band worn around the wrist, offering both style and warmth. This particular design spans 45 rows and provides multiple construction options to suit different knitter preferences and skill levels.

Construction Methods and Techniques

The Fabulous Wrist Dickey offers exceptional flexibility in how it can be constructed. Knitters may choose to work the piece in the round using circular needles or double-pointed needles, or alternatively knit flat using single-pointed or circular needles. This dual-method approach accommodates various knitting preferences and available equipment. The pattern spans exactly 45 rows, providing a defined length that creates a substantial cuff.

An optional beading technique is incorporated into the design. For knitters who wish to add embellishment, glass seed beads can be integrated into the knitted fabric. The beading process utilizes a size 11/12 steel crochet hook to hook beads onto the yarn before knitting them into the piece, a traditional method for adding beaded details to knitted garments.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern is worked primarily in stockinette stitch, the fundamental knit stitch pattern that creates the smooth, classic appearance characteristic of many knitted accessories. The gauge is established at 7 stitches and 8 rows per 1 inch when working stockinette stitch, whether knitting in the round or flat. This gauge measurement is essential for achieving the correct finished wrist circumference.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The pattern accommodates two different yarn options, both professional-grade superwash blends suitable for wearable accessories:

• Small Size Option: One skein of Cascade Yarns Heritage Sock Yarn (75% Merino Superwash, 25% Nylon, 437 yards, 3.5 ounces), color 5602
• Large Size Option: One skein of Schoppel Wolle Crazy Zauberball (75% Virgin Wool Superwash, 25% Nylon, 420 meters, 3.5 grams), color Kleiner Fuchs

Both yarns are classified as 3-ply weight, making them ideal for creating refined, delicate knitwear with excellent stitch definition. The superwash treatment on both options ensures durability and easy care for a frequently-worn wrist accessory.

Needles and Tools Required

The needle requirements vary depending on the chosen construction method. For knitting in the round, knitters will need a set of four size US 4 double-pointed needles. For knitting flat, either size US 4 circular needles or size US 4 single-pointed needles are appropriate. Regardless of construction method, one size US 7 knitting needle is required exclusively for binding off, allowing for a slightly looser, more elastic finished edge.

Additional tools include a yarn needle or large embroidery needle for weaving in ends, and one removable stitch marker for tracking pattern repeats. For the optional beaded version, 90 beads are needed for the small size or 100 beads for the large size, specified as size 6/0 hematite color glass seed beads, along with a size 11/12 steel crochet hook for the beading process.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to explore construction variations and optional embellishment techniques. The choice between circular, flat, and beaded options allows knitters to select a version matching their current skill level and interests.

Designer and Format

This pattern was created by Sharon Mooney and is protected by copyright ©2010. The design is provided as a downloadable PDF format, allowing immediate access and the ability to print or reference the pattern while working. The pattern document spans 4 pages and includes detailed abbreviations and instructions for successful completion of either size.