A knitted scarf can be called an ideal first product for girls and women who have just learned how to knit. The classic scarf model is a long rectangular ribbon. However, in search of diversity, designers are increasingly experimenting with the shape of these accessories. As a result, scarfs-snoods appeared, which are also called clamps or “pipes”.
Next, we will offer scarf models that differ from each other in cut, level of difficulty and purpose.
Classic yarn knit scarf
The photo proposed in the article shows a very voluminous and large scarf. As a rule, such accessories are worn in the winter. Due to its size, the scarf will be a great addition to a fur coat or warm coat.
For such a product, it is best to choose a material that is 50% wool and 50% acrylic. Although fully wool yarn is much warmer, it is too heavy. And wearing heavy accessories is very inconvenient, they can cause fatigue and discomfort. Acrylic is an artificial fiber, but a scarf knitted from a blended material is practical.
This model will require at least 500 g of very thick yarn (about 50 m / 100 g). The work is carried out with knitting needles No. 12. In the case when the craftswoman knits tight, she should pick up an even larger tool.
Such a scarf, knitted with an elementary scarf, gets an additional relief due to the pattern. The scheme is not required here, since all the loops in all rows are made front.
How to knit a scarf with triangular edges
In general, the work is extremely simple, but the formation of the triangular ends of the product can be difficult for beginners. First, knit three stitches on the knitting needles. Next, each first loop (P) should be transferred to the right knitting needle without knitting.
The order of work for each row:
- Remove the edge P, form a new P from the broach between the first and second P and knit it with the front one (L). Knit the second P also L, raise P from the broach between the second and third P and knit it L.
- Perform all P face.
- It is carried out in the same way as the first P, but in the center instead of one P there will be three.
- It fits in the same way as the second.
The sequence is repeated until the scarf has the desired width. With this thread thickness, 20 loops are enough. Due to the fact that two Ps are added in every second P, the canvas gradually expands.
After the triangular edge is formed, the fabric is knitted without any increase to the desired height.
To complete the work, give the second edge a triangular shape. To this end, abbreviations are performed in each front row: the second and third P, as well as the two penultimate, are knitted together. So continue until there is only one P. Then the thread is cut.
Such a scarf, knitted with a simple pattern, is decorated with pompons or tassels. Any decorative elements will be appropriate here.
How to knit a scarf snood
Snood is a scarf closed in a ring. That is, it does not have a beginning and an end, since its typesetting edge is sewn with the last row. An alternative to crosslinking is circular knitting. If the work is initially carried out in a circle, it is even easier to knit a snood-clamp, a circular scarf or a “pipe”.
The photo in the article depicts an openwork scarf made in circular rows. For work, yarn of medium thickness was used. This accessory is simply worn over the head and loosely fits the neck.
First you need to dial on the knitting needles loops for the first row. Their number needs to be determined in advance by knitting a control sample.
The scarf depicted in the photo, knitted from wool mixture on knitting needles No. 5, includes 12 pattern repeats. Each rapport has 10 P, therefore, for the typesetting edge, 122 P was required (120 per ornament and 2 P edge).
Knitting an openwork pattern
The first few P should be tied with a garter pattern to form the neat edges of the product. Then you need to start performing the first row of the pattern. The diagram perfectly illustrates the operating procedure. It uses the following conventions:
- An empty cell is the facial loop (LP).
- A symbol resembling a keg is the yarn (H).
- A line tilted to the left - two drugs tied with a tilt to the left.
- A line tilted to the right - two drugs tied with one drug with an inclination to the right.
- Black triangle - three loops knitted together.
After the rapport of the pattern is repeated the required number of times and the knitted scarf snood is the right height, several rows of scarf should be knitted again.
At the final stage, all the loops are not tightly closed. Snood should not be steamed, as it may become too soft or completely lose its shape.
Scarf expanding down
The following model has a rather unusual, but extremely interesting shape. The scarf, knitted round, at the bottom is slightly wider than at the top. Due to this feature, the product looks great and does not create excess volume around the neck.
The model fits relatively easily, but it requires considerable attention.
First, it is worth performing a control sample to find out the density of the canvas.
Then the craftswoman should calculate the amount of P for the first row. The scarf in the photo is knitted with a thread of medium thickness on knitting needles No. 5. The circumference of the product along the bottom line was 100 cm, and at the top 75 cm.
To achieve this effect, you should work according to the scheme below. Consistently following the instructions, the craftswoman will receive the canvas of the desired shape.
The easiest scarf
The following pattern is great for beginners.
It allows you to quickly create a beautiful, openwork pattern:
- The first P: all P knit facial.
- The second P: remove the edge, make H, the next two P knit L. Then again, N and again two P knit L. The sequence is repeated until the end of the row.
- The third and all other P are repetitions of the second.
This ornament is two-sided, that is, it does not have a pronounced front or back side, so it is great for classic long scarves. However, this does not mean that this ornament cannot be used for other types of accessories.
The specifics of working with an openwork pattern
How to knit a scarf snood? For starters, there are a few tips:
- The first few P should be tied with a garter stitch to give the product a neat, finished look.
- It is necessary to carefully monitor the correct implementation of all elements. Any missing yarn or knit loops will be very noticeable.
- The finished canvas will turn out to be very light and openwork, therefore, such ornaments are used to make autumn scarves. For winter accessories, you should choose a denser pattern.
- If the knitter wants to give a little stiffness to the edges of the scarf, she can crochet them. Several rows made with single crochet will become an openwork pattern as a kind of frame.
The finished product should not be steamed. Wet-heat treatment consists of washing in warm water and gentle drying. Steaming the product or even ironing it through a damp cloth is possible only when there is silk in the thread. Then, after steaming, the scarf will become very soft and will lay down in beautiful folds.