Patterns of braids are diverse! Depending on the number of typed loops, there are symmetrical and asymmetric weaves, braids, braids and wide volume braids. Each drawing has its own purpose. Typically, such ornaments are used for winter things: sweaters, cardigans, hats, scarves. A classic pattern called "volumetric braid" with knitting needles is the basis of a warm knit outfit.
Bit of theory
Before picking up the knitting needles, you need to decide what else will be needed. The fact is that weaving patterns are created by a special technique. Volumetric braid with knitting needles is no exception.
The pattern is done using an extra knitting needle. In the process of knitting, loops of the pattern are transferred to it. A special tool can be replaced with a hairpin or a large pin.
Crossing the picture is performed in two ways. In the first, the loops removed on an additional knitting needle remain in front of the canvas, in the second - behind it. Complex ornaments are formed by several interweaving in one row.
Description
Volumetric braid with knitting needles is easy, the main thing is to understand the principle. The base consists of an even number of loops. The example below shows a pattern of 12 loops. The rapport height is eight rows; crossings are performed in every fourth:
- 4th row: 4 front, symmetrical crossing of 8 loops (additional knitting needle behind the canvas);
- 8th row: symmetrical crossing of 8 loops (additional knitting needle in front of the canvas), 4 front.
What will the pattern look like after knitting? Sumptuously! It is necessary to draw it on the left and right with the wrong surface. In a cap, braids follow each other without separation.
Winter braid
After the drawing is mastered, you can begin to translate it into wardrobe items. A hat with volumetric braids with knitting needles is performed in a standard way.
Step 1. Calculation and set of loops.
After measuring the head circumference and tying the sample, the number of loops is calculated. It is better if the example of the pattern is knitted not by one rapport, but by two or three. This will increase the accuracy of the calculations. It should be noted that the cap begins with an elastic band, so this pattern should also be knitted and taken into account.
Step 2. Start.
The first five centimeters of the product are made with an elastic band. The number of alternating front and back loops is chosen equal to two. The elastic is knitted with needles half a size smaller than for the main pattern.
Step 3. Volumetric braid with knitting needles.
Next, the headdress continues to be knitted with a pattern of crossings until the hat reaches the required height.
Step 4. Decrease.
After 4-5 cm of the figure, they begin to make a smooth decrease. As a result, there should be 6 loops that are pulled together on one thread.
So, the stylish and fashionable wardrobe item is finished. The finished product is stitched (if straight knitting needles were used).
Final tips
Knitted hat with knitting needles, the volumetric braid of which forms the basis of the picture, looks original. In conclusion, accept some recommendations regarding its decoration:
- a pompom made of fur or wool will bring playfulness - it will be appreciated by children and adolescents;
- Gradient color transition of the fabric will make the knitted product elegant and feminine.