The fewer seams on knitwear, the better. However, the shape of the parts can be quite complex. Sometimes it becomes necessary to dramatically increase the number of loops. Having learned how to get the loops, you can knit sweaters or even dresses with one piece of fabric from the bottom or from the cuff. This skill is also useful for those who would like to update an old knitted item.
It is necessary
- - unrelated product;
- - old jersey;
- - yarn;
- - knitting needles for the thickness of the yarn;
- - blade.
Instructions
Step 1
Tie the product to the place where you need to get the loops. If you are knitting a sweater from the bottom edge of the shelf or back, on the part itself, increase the number of loops along the pattern, adding 1-2 loops in accordance with the diagram through several rows. This is done with yarns, which are not offset by the stitches tied together. On an openwork fabric, make straight yarns, on a dense one - reverse ones so that there are no holes. In the purl rows, knit the added loops according to the pattern.
Step 2
Add a large number of loops at the end of the row. Will this row be facial or purl - does not play a special role. Knit the end edge loop. On the fingers of your left hand, throw the thread from the ball in the same way as you usually do when making the loops. In the initial row, you always have a free end of the string that goes over the thumb under the palm of your hand. You hold it with the middle, ring and little fingers of your left hand. When you add loops, instead of the end of the thread, you will have a piece of the product. Make sure that it does not slip off the spoke. Take the first loop and try to place it as close to knitting as possible. If the thread between it and the part is too long, pull it up in the next row. Draw the rest of the loops in the usual way. The only difference is that you type them not on two knitting needles, but on one. Knit the next row only with the front or only the purl loops, and then go to the main figure.
Step 3
Unfold the last row if you need to update an old jersey. If it is very shabby and has knots, loosen the product to the end of the last shabby row. It is better to type loops on knitting needles with fishing line. You can go to straight lines after. Pull the knitting needle through all the loops of the row, being careful not to miss a single one. If, nevertheless, the loop has slipped, lift it with a hook, carefully observing the pattern. Circular knitting needles in this situation are convenient because they can be pulled through the loops in any direction. Start inserting a straight knitting needle from the end of the row.
Step 4
It may also happen that it is necessary to update the edge from which the product once began to knit. There is no point in dissolving it completely. Trim the frayed edge neatly. Try to keep the cuts on the same row of loops. Better to do it with a blade. Pull out the thread cuttings. You will have a regular row of stitches. Cast on circular knitting needles and finish off.
Step 5
With the help of knitted details, you can also update a fabric product. In this case, you will also need to pick up the loops. Sew the cuff or neckline with hand or machine stitching to match the fabric. Secure the end of the thread from the ball on the wrong side of the garment. Insert a knitting needle under the first stitch and pull out the loop. Pull the next buttonhole from under the second stitch. In the same way, cast on the loops around the entire seam. Check the tension. The part should not be too tight. If the stitches are too large and the knitting thread is thin, pull from each 2 stitches.
