In addition to the wardrobe items themselves, you can knit for the baby, for example, a light blanket. It is very simple to complete a children's plaid crochet. The scheme, description and explanations for the work are presented in this article in two versions. The first model provides for the assembly of the product from multi-colored square motifs (photo No. 1). The second plaid is knitted in the form of strips of yarn in two contrasting or combining shades.
The choice of ornaments and patterns
Many needlework magazines provide descriptions of how to crochet baby rugs (with patterns and detailed instructions). Therefore, to find a suitable option and do it yourself with an original thing is not difficult for a child. It is enough to master the basic simple knitting techniques and stock up on patience. As a rule, for newborns, soft rugs are knitted from natural materials - cotton and wool. When choosing a color scheme for kids, it is best to dwell on pastel colors. For older children, fun ornaments of floral, marine themes are suitable. The plaids made using images of fairy-tale heroes are also good. Experienced needlewomen select complex patterns for this, which is associated with knitting a whole canvas. It is also possible to decorate products with embroidery, applique and a combination of several needlework techniques. The main fabric can be knitted, for example, with knitting needles, and the edging can be done with crochet or macrame knots. We will analyze two simple ways that even beginner craftswomen will be able to do.
Basic conventions when working with circuits
Before you start learning the basic techniques of knitting, you need to familiarize yourself with how a particular symbol usually looks. Consider the basic notation.
- The air loop is usually drawn on the diagrams as a small oval or circle.
- Single crochet - a small (short) vertical stick or cross.
- The double crochet looks different. It all depends on the number of threads thrown onto the hook. The vertical stick should be higher than when designating a simple column. Nakides are drawn on it in the perpendicular direction or placed obliquely. One sketch - one stick, two - two sticks, etc. Very often the character is limited to a small dotted line on top, so it becomes like the letter "T".
This simple knowledge will be enough to crochet a children's plaid. The circuit (first and second) in this article does not contain any other elements. Therefore, you can begin to work.
Crochet a children's plaid: a pattern for performing a square motif (photo No. 2)
There are several options for knitting this ornament. But at the heart of any are certain rules. Consider phasing with a description of the rows.
- First. Dial a chain of 5-6 air loops. Wrap her in a circle.
- Second. Make 3 lifting loops (this action is repeated at the beginning of each next row). Then, in the resulting ring, knit four times, alternating, 3 columns with 1 simple crochet and 2 air loops.
- Third. Alternate 2 air loops with 7 posts.
- Fourth. The number of air loops is the same, columns - 11.
- Fifth. Similarly, 2 stitches and 15 double crochets are alternately performed.
- Sixth. The last row of the square consists of a repeating pattern of 2 loops and 19 columns.
Product assembly
As you can see, it is very simple to crochet a children's plaid. The schemes can be somewhat complicated by using elongated loops (marked in red in photo No. 2) with a combination of two different colors. Thanks to this, a small flower will visually appear in the middle of the square. After the required number of parts is manufactured, you can connect them together. Usually, and even easier, do this with crochet. To do this, take two blanks and fold them together with the front side out. Then, threading through the loops on both parts, knit a row with single crochet posts. Without breaking the thread, continue to connect the squares and further - until you get the tape of the desired length. Make some of these strips. Then put them all together in a single fabric, continuing to knit in the other direction. Fill the edge with several rows of finishes.
Striped children's plaid crochet: diagram and description of the pattern (photo No. 3)
The striped coverlet also looks very original. Crochet a children's plaid (pattern 4) in rows as follows:
- First. Tie a chain of ordinary air loops.
- Second. At the beginning of the row, make one single crochet. Then skip on the base of 5 loops. In the next hole, knit at the same time 9 columns with 2 crochets. After skipping 5 stitches again, do 1 single crochet. Alternate the pattern to the end of the row.
- Third. In the groove between the fans, knit 9 columns with 2 crochets, connecting them at the top together. Alternate this pattern with chains of 5 simple air loops.
Continue repeating the rows according to the proposed pattern, while changing the color of the yarn. At the end of the work, decorate the edge of the canvas with fans from the columns.
Such simple and at the same time original patterns will help to easily create a bright and useful thing for your baby.