One of the most convenient and practical ornaments is the Zigzag knitting pattern. It is perfect for knitting a variety of wardrobe items or decorative details for the interior.
Knit the “Zigzag” pattern with knitting needles (it patterns may vary and include a different number of rows and loops) for making hats, cardigans, dresses, skirts and other clothes.
He also adorns various plaids, bedspreads and pillowcases for cushions.
How to knit a zigzag pattern with knitting needles: patterns, features, the main principle
The named ornament is formed by the sequential addition and reduction of loops. And due to the balance between the new elements and those that have been reduced, the total number of loops in the row does not change.
Each rapport is an openwork triangle made up of yarn and loops knitted together. The sequence of formation of the ornament:
- The first row (P) is performed by facial loops (P).
- The second P should be tied with purl. Further, all even rows will need to be performed according to the pattern. In all odd P loops are only facial.
- Third P: after the first P, yarn is crocheted and the next two P are knitted together (cut one P). Then again the yarn and again the reduction of P, the next seven Ps, then the reduction of one P and the yarn, again the reduction and again the yarn.
- In the fifth P, the combination “yarn, reduction, yarn, reduction” is shifted: at the beginning, two P are knitted, then a combination, then five P and again a combination, complete P with one P.
- Seventh P: three P, combination, three P, combination, two P.
- Ninth P: four P, combination, one P, combination, three P.
- In the eleventh P, an acute angle is formed in the center of the pattern: five P, yarn, reduction of one P, yarn, three P knit together (reduce two P), yarn, reduction of one P, yarn, four P.
- Thirteenth P: six P, yarn, reduction of one P, one P, reduction of one P, yarn, five P.
- The fifteenth row completes the formation of the pattern: here, after seven P, double crochet, reduction of two P, double crochet and the last six P.
The figure posted in the article shows the basic pattern with the zigzag knitting needles. It is intended for the manufacture of a flat canvas that does not expand and does not narrow.
Modified pattern
To get a hat of the correct shape (narrowed to the top edge), the scheme proposed above will no longer be suitable. In extreme cases, it can be used to knit the lower, even part. But for the site with a reduction in loops, you will have to apply stocking.
However, modern designers come to the rescue of all who love knitting. The Zigzag pattern is easily amenable to change, as can be clearly seen in the diagram below.
The developers of the scheme suggest using an ornament for the manufacture of caps according to scheme A.1. Depending on the thickness of the chosen yarn and the length of the product, a repeat of the repeat may be required. For example, a zigzag knitting pattern is repeated twice. In this case, it is necessary to ensure that the rapports are placed strictly one above the other and there is no displacement.
To tighten the cap, one rapport should be connected over each repeat of scheme A.1 according to scheme A.2. Here the balance between the addition and reduction of elements is broken. Reduced much more P than added. For this reason, the web will taper smoothly.
Using a fragment of a pattern
Thanks to the clear geometric structure of the ornament, it can be divided into separate components. It is quite convenient to use not a broken line from several openwork triangles, but each element separately.
A great example is the mittens in the next photo.
In this case, the description of the Zigzag pattern given at the beginning of the article will be relevant. The first rapport is knitted with knitting needles on the back of the mittens immediately after the end of the cuff. And the second is placed strictly above the first. If desired, you can apply a larger number of rapports: three or four. If the craftswoman uses thin yarn, then the number of loops in the canvas will be quite large, and the openwork triangles will be small.
Knitting poncho
A loose cloak is knitted according to several patterns. Work is performed from top to bottom. After a set of the required quantity P has been applied, the pattern with knitting needles “Zigzag” is applied according to scheme A.1. If necessary, it should be repeated twice (if the craftswoman plans to increase the length of the collar).
Then you need to go to scheme A.3. Here the number of abbreviated P is much less than the number added, so the canvas expands.
Then you need to use scheme A.4. It also provides for an increase in the number of P. This allows you to give the cloak the desired shape. The last section of the openwork pattern is performed according to scheme A.5, which is designed to form a smooth canvas.
Next, the poncho is knitted with a front smooth surface or other pattern selected by the craftswoman.
Conclusion
The ornament described in the article looks great not only on warm products. Being made of cotton or linen materials, it is able to decorate any summer dress, sundress or top.
Extremely convenient pattern in the manufacture of children's products. The report can be reduced if you start not from the first, but from the third or fifth row.