Gemstone wristers are worked seamlessly in the round with two different yarns (one is merino, the other is silk) in a slip stitch pattern that adds textural interest as well as color and creating a luxurious, fascinating and warm fabric.
The fabric is inspired by the complex woven fabrics of Chanel jackets/suits including multiple yarns made from different fibers and materials. This particular color combination makes me think of bright precious sparkly gems (paparadscha sapphires-- Sri Lankan sapphires the color of pink lotus flowers mixed with sunset?) and bleached beach stones.
The custom bright coral-peach-fuschia color way, dyed for me by Iris of Art Yarn in the 100% silk yarn, imparts a bright, glowy sheen; the merino wool provides softness, durability, warmth and flexibility. This color way, now named “gemstone” will be released soon and available from Art Yarns distributers.

Seamless in the round wristers
Slip stitch pattern (only one strand worked per round)

81 yards supermerino; 55 yards Regal Silk