Regular knitted socks! Such a simple and at the same time necessary product that you can knit yourself. What is the preferred model for this? And what type of elastic should you choose for knitting socks so that it looks beautiful and lasts a long time? The elastic band is not the same, but you want its aesthetic appearance to be preserved without losing its original shape.
It is necessary
Yarn, set of 5 knitting needles
Instructions
Step 1
To choose a pattern and start knitting an elastic band on socks, you will need yarn of any color and a wide variety of textures. You also need a set of knitting needles in the amount of 5 pieces.
Step 2
Knitting of a sock just starts with an elastic band, and therefore there is an opportunity to experiment with the selected pattern and, in case of failure, tie it up. You can knit elastic on socks in different ways.
Step 3
Elastic band 1x1. Cast on 56 loops, start knitting, evenly distributing the total number of loops. Thus, you get 14 loops on each knitting needle. Knit according to the pattern: * 1 front loop, 1 purl loop *. Follow this pattern throughout the entire elastic knitting process. If at first it looks like a not very perfect knit, do not worry, because after washing the product, the rows will become even. In terms of its consumer qualities, this type of elastic is the most convenient, as it tightly fits the ankle and stretches less.
Step 4
Elastic band 2x2. Cast on also 56 loops (depending on the size of the socks) and in the process of knitting the first row, evenly distribute them on 4 knitting needles, that is, 14 loops. Knit according to the pattern: * 2 front loops, 2 purl loops *.
Continue knitting according to the pattern, that is, knit the front loops with the front loops, and the purl ones with the purl loops. Such an elastic band tends to stretch faster, although for some time the leg fits well.
Step 5
Elastic band 1x1 (modified). Also cast on 56 stitches, distribute them over 4 knitting needles. Then knit according to the scheme: * 1 front loop, 1 purl loop *. The only difference from the usual knitting method is that the front loop is not knitted into the loop of the previous row, but under it. In this case, the odd row will have a pattern: * 1 front (under the loop), 1 purl (normal) *. Knit an even row according to the scheme: * 1 front loop (regular), 1 purl loop (with the capture of the loop under it) *. This type of elastic is more suitable as a decorative ornament, because it looks exceptionally even, even with the most "clumsy" knitting. In addition, it does not have a sufficient degree of density, but it is excellent for knitting socks and booties specifically for young children.
