single and double increases 1
Increase of more than 2 stitches at beginning of row 1 Insert nght needle into first stitch on left needle and make knit stitch keep old stitch in place and slide added stitch back onto left needle next to it. 2 Make knit stitch in this added stitch and slide it back onto left needle as before. Continue to add stitches to left needle in this way until you have desired number. 3 Increase of more than 2 stitches at end of row At end of row, wrap yarn around right thumb and index finger to form a...
quilted knits
Finishing a knitted garment with quilting adds a decorative touch and warmth by joining several layers to the original knitted piece. Quilting is good for jackets, coats, and other outdoor garments. 1 Block knitted pieces. Lay each piece on the lining fabric, right sides together. Pin layers together around edges. Following edge of pieces cut out fabric adding a 4-inch 1-cm seam allowance all around. 2 Using matching yarn if thin enough or thread, sew knitted edges of each piece to the lining...
closing the tubular stitch 1
4 Bring yarn needle back to front needle, entering from interior into front stitch dropped in step I, then enter next stitch on front needle from front to interior, sliding it off front needle. Continue repeating from ', weaving all stitches together. 3 Insert yarn needle into next stitch from back to interior and let it slide off back needle. 2 Return to back needle, entering first stitch on interior of work as if to knit and slide it off back needle. 1 insert threaded yarn needle as if to...
mittens 1
Work other hand section the same way. ICast on for wrist edge. Work kl.pl for ribbing. Work mitten in stockinette stitch, starting thumb shaping on first knit row by increasing 1 stitch in first stitch 2 thumb stitches . Continue, shaping thumb by increasing I stitch at beginning and end of thumb section every knit row, until thumb is needed width. Place thumb stitches on extra needle or holder. Then continue working on hand stitches up to shaped finger area. Divide hand into 2 sections place...
v neck
Like other neck openings, this one can be finished by knitting up or by sewing the edges. Both need to be done with great care so they lie flat without stretching. IOn first row of V-neck shaping, place center stitch on a safety pin to hold until needed. Work each side of neck separately with a separate ball of yarn. Decrease l stitch on each side every 2 or 4 rows, just before or after the edge stitches at each neck edge. When all decreases are completed, work even keeping same number of...
neck openings shoulders and sleeves
Round Armhole for a Vest or Sleeveless Sweater When you are knitting a sleeveless sweater with a finished edge, the armhole needs to be bigger to accommodate the armhole band. Rounded sleeves are traditional and widely used they can be adapted to many types of garments. Sometimes the armhole is bigger on front, but usually the front and back are equal. To calculate stitches you need to decrease for armholes, subtract stitches for shoulders and neck opening from total number of stitches on front...
knitting and purling
After having the knit stitch k Cast on the Hold the needle with the stitches in your left A hand, supporting it with the little finger and stitches, the first guiding it with the ring and middle fingers. Keep thumb lightly pressing on needle, guiding stitches to thing you need tip with index finger. 3 Pick up right-hand needle. As you knit, guiding with thumb, insert the needle tip into stitches on left-hand needle while index finger directs the movement of yarn. Keeping the yarn you are...
single and double decreases 1
4 Purl stitch with unworked stitch passed For decrease, purl stitch as usual, then slide new stitch back onto left needle. With tip of right needle, lift second unworked stitch on leli needle up and over first worked stitch and let it drop off needle. Slide first stitch back to right needle. 5 Double slip stitch passed over yarn over Slip 2 stitches onto right needle without knitting them, then make yarn over. Lift 2 slipped stitches up and over yarn over. Work as for knit row, but purl...
casting on 1
Use this type of casting on when you need a very firm edge, even if it is not elastic. Follow the same steps as when casting on with one needle but use a doubled strand of yarn. This method is useful for adding new stitches to a work already in progress. Form first stitch as shown on previous page, then pass the needle to left hand and hold second needle in right hand. Insert tip of right-hand needle into _L front loop of the stitch just made, as shown, and wrap yarn from ball around right...
fringes and pompons
2 Hold discs together and wrap yarn around them. Thread yarn needle with yarn, if you like, to make wrapping easier. Pompon fullness depends on amount of yarn wrapped. 3 Insert the tip of a pair of scissors in between cardboard discs and cut all strands around outer edge. help add a touch of elegance or fun to all sorts of things from hats, shawls, and afghans to baby ICut out 2 same-sized cardboard circles, the diameter a bit larger than desired size of pompon, to allow for center hole and...
embroidery
IDraw desired embroidery motif on paper. Use transfer paper dressmaker's carbon to trace design onto a piece of needlework canvas special fabric with non-interlocked meshes, allowing fibers to be removed . Pin fabric with design to knitted piece and baste it in place. how to embroider with special needlework canvas 2 Cut a piece of muslin bigger than embroidery hoops cut center opening to expose design. Place muslin on knitted unit, with opening over design baste it in place around opening....
baby booties
Illegin working from ankle. Cast on needed stitches and ' work in stockinette stitch for about 1' inches 3 cm , ending with knit row. Work eyelet row k2tog, yarn over , purl next row repeat from ' once more. 2 Continue in stockinette stitch for3 inch 2 cm more cuff . Divide stitches in 3 parts, placing each side section on a holder. 3 Continue on center stitches only for about 2 4 inches 7 cm then decrease I stitch on each side every other row twice top of foot . 4 Use crochet hook to pick up...
beading 1
w orking with beads is a fun way of personalizing a garment. It is simple and fast, requiring no extra hassle after finishing your work. Instead, the beading grows as you knit and is done at the same time your garment is done. B P o o m K gt v . r o c n co - c c i- IYou can follow printed designs, or make your own on graph paper, with each square representing a knit stitch use colored pencils to indicate the desired colors. If beads are used in a solid pattern, use small beads, such as seed...
gloves
Knitting gloves with double-pointed needles makes the job easier and gives a better result than working on two needles. It eliminates bulky seams. 2 Work in stockinette stitch for -V-t inch 2 cm . Then begin shaping thumb as you continue, working thumb at beginning of rounds rnds . 3 To shape thumb, increase 1 stitch base of thumb at beginning of rnd knit 1 rnd then increase I stitch each side of thumb base continue increasing 1 stitch every other rnd at each side of thumb section. IWith a...
neck openings shoulders and sleeves Arb
Work front and back armholes like regular armholes until 1-1inches 2'' -4 cm shorter than normal length to shoulder top of shoulder is covered by upper part of saddle sleeve. Top of sleeve is shaped in usual rounded manner until only enough stitches measuring 2 to 3 inches 5 to 7' i cm across remain to fill out omitted shoulder sections of front and back. Mark last row worked with safety pin. Continue working these stitches until piece measures from marker the same as shoulder edge of front or...
before getting started
Knitting is easy, relaxing, and fun. You do not need many tools to start. The Needles are the basic instruments in knitting. They can be made from metal, plastic, or wood. They come with a single point for executing all the flat surfaces , or with a double point usually in a set of four or five called a double-pointed needle set for knitting articles, such as socks, in a circular manner , or circular made from two needle points joined by a flexible strand for knitting an article without having...
v neck 1
I'lace 2 center stitches on a holder. To work neckband, pick up stitches and work k2, p2 ribbing as follows Transfer center stitches to a dp needle. On right side rows, knit stitch before first center stitch and first center stitch together as one. For assembled garment, pick up stitches around entire neck edge with circular needle, starting and ending at V. If only front is being worked, work each neck edge separately from V to shoulder. Work back and forth in k1, p1 ribbing no decreases for...
symmetrical
These decrease stitches are widely used for shaping raglan sleeves or corners or on a border when you make decreases on both sides of a central stitch. On each decrease row, always work same number of stitches at edge before or after 2-stitch decrease is made to give uniform and symmetric edge. Work decrease on 2 stitches as follows slip 1 stitch, knit I stitch, pass slip stitch over knit 1 and drop it. Keeping uniform edges, decrease by purling 2 stitches together as one. Keeping uniform...
round rieck
Work shaping for round neck as described on previous page. Then determine number of stitches needed for border to fit neck opening. Make border by starting it with tubular stitch, then working stitches in k1, p1 ribbing for desired width. Finish with several added rows of stockinette stitch worked in contrasting color yarn. 2 Pin border in place around neck opening with colored edge just overlapping garment. With matching yarn and yarn needle, neatly sew border to neck edge, sewing stitch by...
single and double increases
To increase means to add one or more stitches to your work. The increases can be divided between internal, within the current edges of the piece, and external, which are made at the edges of the work, either at the beginning or at the end of a row. Knit same stitch twice, first through front loop as usual, then with stitch still on left needle reach behind work to knit into back loop of same stitch working 2 stitches in I slide old stitch from left needle. You can also increase purl stitches by...
elastic band edges
2 Position elastic band, on wrong side, around waist edge, and pin it, evenly distributing it. ICut elastic to desired measurement, adding an extra inch 2 ft cm for overlapping ends to form circle stitch ends securely together. 3 Using thick embroidery yarn in same shade as garment, insert needle from right to left, picking up 2 stitches just above elastic band. Move needle down and to the right to pick up 2 stitches below elastic band. 5 Continue in this manner, inserting needle below, then...
the yarn 1
Shetland sheep Weight light Usage sports garments Shetland sheep Weight light Usage sports garments mixed wool Weight light Usage sweaters, scarves, stockings, gloves, hats Description hair of Angora goats, usually mixed with other fibers Weight extremely light Usage warm but light . garments, shawls fibers, 4 ply Weight medium Usage sweaters, heavy jack fibers, 4 ply Weight medium Usage sweaters, heavy jack Description yarn made of cotton or synthetic fabrics with short and interlaced Weight...
Embroidery Motifs
Simple to do, this stitch is widely used for making stylized tlower petals and leaves. You can use tracing paper or needlework canvas see page 131 to work designs. The sample shows work moving in counterclockwise direction vou can work in other direction as well. 1 Anchor yarn on wrong side and bring needle up at base of petal. Form a loop, holding it with left thumb and exit at same base, bringing needle up again just below tip of petal. Draw yarn through, making petal loop. With Needle...
aran isle sweater
2 When turtleneck is about 5 inches 12 cm long, if you are not already using dp needles, divide stitches into 4 equal parts and place them on separate holders. 3 Continue on one side only and work simple cables for a length equal to width of one shoulder place these stitches on holder and work other shoulder, on opposite side of turtleneck, to correspond to first shoulder. A traditional Aran Isle sweater is knitted in one unit with double-pointed needles or a circular needle, and requires no...
symmetrical decreases
double decreases with central rib stitch Work decrease in center of piece on 3 stitches by knitting 3 stitches together through back of stitches decrease will form a twisted stitch. Insert right needle, starting with third stitch on left needle, then second and first stitches, to knit them together as 1 stitch. 3 Pass slip stitch over decrease on knit rows Decrease on 3 stitches by slipping I stitch to right needle without working it, knit next 2 stitches together as one k2tog then with left...
neck openings shoulders and sleeves Rar
Armholes on front and back are worked as classic raglan on lower half as follows Bind off desired number of stitches once on each side, then decrease I stitch on each side every 2 or 4 rows, leaving desired number of edge stitches before and after decreases work until armhole is half desired length to shoulder. Now work even without decreases to shoulders. Shape shoulders, binding off in several steps. On sleeves, work armhole decreases same as for front and back, then bind off all remaining...
yarn
This stitch is used in lace patterns or to increase number of stitches by adding a loop that is worked as a stitch on next row. The loop makes a hole or eyelet in work. 3 Yarn over between knit and purl. After knitting stitch, bring yarn to front of work, then wrap it over right needle and bring it forward again to purl next stitch. 4 Yarn over between purl and knit. After purling stitch, leave yarn in front and knit next stitch. Yarn will automatically wrap over needle to back and form yarn...
socks
The classic sock is knitted around starting from the top edge. The ankle can be worked with any pattern or colored design you like, but in this example the sock is worked with two simple cables on a background of purls. Now work in desired pattern until piece is 12 inches 30 cm from beginning for a short sock . IWith double pointed dp needles, cast on needed stitches for top ankle edge see page 63 work in rounds rnds in kl, pi ribbing for about an inch 2' 2 cm . 3 To shape heel, divide stitches...
motifs to embroider
With a little bit of imagination, you can transform the appearance of a sweater or other knitted garment. Add a simple figure embroidered in duplicate stitch or cross stitch, for example, surrounded by small delicate beads. Choose the monogram desired and determine its position on the garment Then embroider it in duplicate stitch or cross stitch. Following the chart, note that each square on chart represents I knitted stitch in width and 2 rows in length.
continental knitting 1
2 Lower right index finger to bring yarn forward over right needle as shown. IWrap yarn twice around left index finger as shown, holding yarn at back of work. Insert right-hand needle into front loop of first stitch. 3 Draw right needle tip forward, bringing new stitch through old. Slide old stitch off needle. Repeat for each stitch. With yarn wrapped on left index finger, hold yarn at front of work. 2 Insert right needle back to front Wrap yarn over needle as shown and through front loop of...
beading
Beads are often used to turn knitted garments into elegant wear or playful clothes for children. There are beads, sequins, and jewels in many styles, shapes, sizes, and colors available on the market. how to use beads 1. Slide beads onto yarn before beginning work in order to determined how many you will need. If beads have a big hole, thread them directly onto yarn with a needle. IUse beads on a stockinette stitch garment to add texture. To work a bead, on right side row, insert right needle...
single and double decreases
Decreases, used for shaping the sweater, can be internal within a row or external at the edges . They can be used to shape side seams, armholes, sleeves, and neck opening. These can he done at any point during the work. However, decreasing within a row does not alter the selvage edge it may require adjustments to keep continuity of a fancy pattern stitch. 1 Decrease 2 knit stitches together k2tog Insert right needle into first 2 stitches on left needle and knit stitches together as one. This...
shoulder pads
2 Work until piece is 2 inches 7 cm from beginning work even for A inch 2 cm more, then decrease I stitch at each end of every row. Sometimes a knitted garment requires shoulder pads. It is possible to buy a pair, or you can make them with the same yarn you used for the garment. IUse the same yarn as for the garment and needles at least I size larger. Cast on 3 stitches. Knit in garter stitch, increasing 1 stitch at beginning and end of each row. When there are only 3 stitches left, bind them...
edgings
The edgings are an extension of a knitted work they create decorative finishes and help to keep a garment in shape. They can be sewn or knitted, with one or two layers. Edge with slip stitches Worked on a multiple of 5 stitches, plus 2. Work as follows 1st row right side Knit 2 stitches, bring yarn forward, slip 3 stitches as if to knit, return yarn to back, knit 2 repeat from across. 2nd and all wrong-side rows Purl across. Repeat these 2 rows. Edge with stitches that stand out Worked on a...
continental knitting
In some European countries, people knit with their hands and yarn held in a different position from the one more commonly used in the United States. Some people may find it more comfortable to use this technique because you can keep the work close to your body, maintaining a more erect position. Try it to see which method works best for you. Either method should give good results, if followed correctly. IForm the first stitch with a running knot placed on needle so that ball of yarn is on...
closing the tubular stitch
requires a particular stitch for closing the work, known as the weaving stitch or the kitchner stitch. You will need a blunt-tipped yarn needle to do it. 1 Notice that the front needle holds outer knit stitches and the other needle holds inner purl stitches as they face you . 2 Thread long yarn end in yarn needle. Insert yarn needle as if to knit into first stitch on front needle and slide stitch off needle. When the last row of tubular knitting is done, cut yarn, leaving an end long enough for...
mending reinforcing patching
Even a hand-knit garment can be damaged or have a hole at some point. Th is is why it is essential to know the best way to repair the damage before it gets worse. Holes in stockinette stitch can be repaired with invisible mending that reconstructs the stitches. 2 Secure yarn ends on wrong side, weaving hem into stitches with yarn needle. Pin work area with hole to piece of cardboard to keep it stretched. 1 Enlarge hole by undoing a few rows and a few stitches to form a square. 3 With yarn, work...
finishing with a crochet hook
Crocheted trims are easy and fast to make. They can be used for completing a garment in a decorative manner or for finishing uneven edges. In both cases, you can use contrasting color yarn. IThis trim is worked in only 1 row, from right to left, as follows Work single crochet sc stitch, working into lirst stitch along edge, then make 3 chain ch stitches, crochet sc into first beginning stitch ol'chain-3, skip 1 or 2 stitches along edge, crochet another sc in next edge stitch. Work right to left...
slip stitch and passing slip stitch over
There are several ways to vary the basic knit and purl stitches for decorative purposes. These variations include slip stitch, passing slipped stitch over, yarn over, long stitch, and crossed stitch. This variation of knit and purl slipped stitches is used to decrease number of stitches. The method may differ from slip stitches above in how stitch is slipped onto right needle. When you knit, your yarn stays in back of the work when you purl, it stays in front. 2 Pass slip stitch over double...
hems 1
IWith smaller needles, cast on stitches with contrasting color yarn. Change to main color. Work hem in stockinette stitch to desired depth. On next right-side row, work eyelet row as follows ' Knit 2 stitches together as one k2tog , yarn over yo repeat from across row, ending with knit stitch. Change to larger needles you plan to use for garment. Work yo loops as stitches on next row. 2 When work is completed, use yarn needle to undo colored stitches of beginning row and transfer them to...
wristbands Igz
wristband with a straight border Prepare opening Cast on a third of the stitches needed for first sleeve row, cast on 2 more stitches for opening edge with separate ball of yarn, cast on 2 stitches, then remaining two-thirds of stitches. Work each part separately for about 2 inches 3 cm . On next row, join sections, binding off the 2 added stitches at each opening edge and working across remaining stitches with same yarn. Complete sleeve, sew sleeve seam, then turn under opening edges and sew...
symmetrical decreases Leo
IMake left slant by knitting a uniform number of stitches 2 or 3, as shown at edge, then knit 3 stitches together in a twisted manner through back . 2 Make right slant by knitting to within 3 stitches of edge stitches, then knit through front 3 stitches together as one knit edge stitches. ICnitting is generally finished by binding off the stitches following the pattern of the piece knit stitches are knitted and purl stitches are purled and working just loosely enough to keep the elasticity of...
long stitch and crossed stitch 1
IStitch crossed to right on knit rows. Work to spot for crossover, skip first stitch on left needle and reach pass it to knit second stitch on left needle, then knit skipped stitch, sliding both worked stitches off left needle. 2 Stitch crossed to left on knit rows. Skip first stitch on left needle and reach behind it to knit back loop of next stitch, then knit into front of skipped stitch slide both stitches off left needle. 4 St itch Crossed to left on purl row. Skip first stitch and,...
embroidery 1
1 Bullion stitch, simple and decorative, is quite suitable for feminine garments. It can enhance plain stockinette stitch pieces as well as those with multicolored designs. Bring needle up at the spot you want to begin stitch. Then insert needle a short distance away where stitch will end and bring tip up in same place as before. Before drawing needle through, wrap yarn around tip a few times. 2 Holding wraps firmly in place with left thumb and index finger, draw needle and yarn through the...
knitting cables
patterns. They are made with a cable needle or a Most cables arc worked on the right side on a background of reversed stockinette stitch purl side to makes the cables stand out. changing width number of stitches used and distance between twists crossovers . A classic cable is formed with an equal width and length between crossings luit this is not a hard and fast rule. There is a general rule that cables should be worked on an even number of stitches so you can divide the stitches in half. A...
edgings 1
Picked up edges are used along curved edges, or when you want to knit edging in the opposite direction from the one in which the garment is worked. Use a crochet hook and or knitting needle to pick up stitches along the edge being finished. pick up edge stitches 1 stitch for every 2 rows along garment edge. Knit edging in garter stitch and as you work, on every other row, knit together last stitch of edging and corresponding picked-up stitch of selvage. Pick up needed stitches along edge and...
knitted patchwork
triangle at right edge and first square piecing. Use the technique to make garments, afghans, and pillows. The example shown is worked on a multiple of 6 stitches. With color A yarn, cast on desired number of stitches and work as follows PI, turn work around kl, turn work pi, then p next stitch from starting row, turn work continue in stockinette stitch until you have used the first 6 stitches. Put these 6 stitches on a holder and work across row, making a triangle on each group of 6 stitches,...
polo neck 1
On wrong side, neatly sew bottom of solid button border on top of first one. 6 To add collar, use crochet hook to pick up stitches around neck edge and transfer to double-pointed needles or circular one , leaving stitches of 2 borders free. 7 Work collar inkl.pl ribbing for width desired. Bind off loosely, or knit last 4 rows in tubular stitch, as shown, closing stitches with yarn needle.
polo neck
3 Work stitches in kl.pl ribbing until bonier width is about half the width of panel opening. Make 3 evenly-spaced buttonholes on next row as follows Yarn over yo needle, work next 2 stitches together as one. On next row, work yo as a stitch, continuing to rib as established until border is same width as opening. Rind off. 4 Work other opening edge to correspond, omitting buttonholes. Hind off. With yarn and yarn needle, neatly sew buttonhole border to bottom edge of opening with backstitch....
symmetrical decreases 1
decorative symmetrical decreases 1 Crossed with right slanting edge on knit rows Keeping a uniform number of stitches usually 2 or 3 at edge, decrease on 3 stitches as follows skip first stitch and, with right needle, reach behind work to knit second and third stitches together as one stitches are twisted , then knit first skipped stitch as usual. Slide worked stitches off left needle. One stitch has been decreased. 2 Crossed with left slanting edge worked on purl rows Keeping uniform edge,...