Types of rubber bands, patterns. Knitting of English and hollow erasers

How to process the edge of a knitted fabric? The most common option is an elastic band. Depending on the choice of the thickness of the thread and the combination of loops, it can be completely different. Let's consider what kinds of rubber bands there are. The diagrams given in this article will help you easily master the basic techniques of creating the simplest patterns. Have enough patience and get started.

The main types of rubber bands

The fabric is corrugated due to a certain alternation of loops. Let's consider, how the basic kinds of elastic bands happen ( they are not difficult to connect with their spokes ).

1. Simple. The front and back loops are sewn in turn , on the reverse side - according to the figure.
2. Grouped. The principle of operation is similar to the previous one. But the main difference is that the same loops alternate, for example, two face loops and two purlins.
3. Transversal. Hens on the canvas are not in the vertical direction, but in the horizontal direction. There is an alternation of not different loops, but rows.
4. English. Technology is improved by using a cape in the ornament.
5. Volumetric. Its peculiarity is in the distinctive features of the canvas execution from the front and the underside.
6. Hollow. Used for finishing the edge of the product and neck. It can be two-color on both sides of the cloth due to the peculiarities of the binding.

How does a simple elastic band fit?

Very often this way begins or ends almost any knitting with knitting needles. Types of rubber bands can alternate with each other. Usually the simple passes into English and vice versa (photo 1). With sufficiently tight knitting, it may seem that the fabric consists only of the face hinges. And in fact, it's worth it to stretch it a little bit to the sides, and the purl loops will appear. Let's take a closer look at how to perform the simplest gum, guided by the scheme (photo 2). Type on the spokes an odd number of loops, considering the total number and edge. Start the series with the back loop and finish with it. Edge only at the end of the row, and in the beginning, simply remove it from the knitting needle. Alternate the facial loops with the purlins. The reverse side is made according to the figure. Other types of rubber bands, knitting needles according to the description, will allow to get a little different in appearance ornaments. Familiarize yourself with some of them, starting with the simplest ones.

Transverse "goffers"

Knitting with rubber bands in this way gives a slightly different result. The transverse elastic band, as a rule, is not used for decoration, for example, the hem of sleeves of sweaters or sweaters. Most often such an ornament knit scarves, hats or skirts. Run it even easier than a regular gum. To do this, tie an even number of rows with a face smoothness - two or four. Then change the pattern to the purl. Similarly, tie the same number of rows, obtaining an equal length of the width of the canvas. On the finished sample, the front rows will be inside the "wave", as if hiding beneath it. To finish knitting it is necessary after the completion of the next facial interval. Do this with a hook, so that there is no embossed hem. This ornament is very simple in execution. During operation, an additional circuit will not be required. Quite original looks the product, the manufacture of which uses a transverse elastic band, bound in two colors, which alternate when the front ornament is changed to the wrong one and vice versa.

English rubber band

This knitting is very popular, because in appearance it reminds much of the neat elements on the "purchased" knitwear. The second distinctive feature of the ornament is the same appearance both on the front side of the product and on the wrong side. How is knitting an English gum knitted? As a basis, take the principle of performing ordinary mating. When working, add extra capers, overlaying them on the back of the removed loops. On the reverse side of the canvas, then this combination is tied together with facial. Wrong elements are the same as on the front side. There are some options for doing English gum, in which the work is somewhat simplified. For example, you can get the canvas on the front side is the same, and from the inside it will be another knit, without crochet. Other loops are knitted according to the pattern. You can decorate the product with other ornaments, performing them according to descriptions or diagrams.

Elastic band "Zigzag"

Try to make a canvas using technology similar to knitting simple gum (photo 3). To do this, type the number of loops that is a multiple of two (not counting the edges). Similarly, other similar types of rubber bands are performed with spokes. Among them - a very original binding "Zigzag" (photo 4). The total number of loops should be divided into three. Wavy gum is obtained by shifting the loops alternately left and right. Relying on the proposed scheme, it is very easy to perform work (photo 5). All the loops on the reverse side of the canvas are knitted according to the scheme: over the purlins - the purlins, the facial ones - the facial ones. In the event that the displacement is performed on the other hand, the pattern will be clearer, and the zigzags will not be as elongated. With this method it is more expedient to tie in the first row an alternation of four to five loops. To determine which pattern fits more to your product, you need to make a small sample, and then on it to calculate the required number of loops.

How to process the edge

If you make a product on a ready-made pattern and in addition have photos of models, you can not think about the problem of registration at the end of knitting. With improvisation, everything is quite different. Therefore, you need to know some secrets. Let's talk about the main of them - a combination of different matings with each other. When changing from one pattern, the density can change significantly. For example, the canvas with the front surface, "transformed" into a dense elastic with loops removed, narrows almost a quarter in width. It may be the opposite situation - to obtain a sample with multiple braids and weaves, more loops are needed than with conventional denticles. Knitting an English rubber band with knitting needles, as a rule, extends the canvas. This means that to create a beautiful transition to an elastic band, you must always make a sample. One of the often used options for decorating the edge is a hollow (double) elastic band.

How does the hollow gum fit with knitting needles (photo 6)?

What is the main feature of the work? If you understand, in fact, not just an entire gum is obtained, but two canvases with a common ground and free sides from each other inside the work. Type the number of loops that is a multiple of two, and execute the first row as an ordinary gum. The second and the following are knitted in the following way: fence the front, and remove the purlin by stretching the thread in front of it. Having reached the end, beautifully decorate the edge. Note that the edge loop at the beginning of the row is not tied. Thanks to this the edge turns out neat. In fact, two canvases simultaneously knit together. Using this property, you can draw, for example, the bar on the blouse is very original. Knit on the front side of the yarn one color, and on the wrong side - the other. Then the hem will turn out hollow not only inside, but also from the edges. In this improvised belt you can put on a cake. Often, the necks and edges of hoods are formed, especially on children's products.

Features of the work in a circle

In another way, double knitting with rubber bands will look like if the neck is peeled off, for example. In this case, it is important not to confuse the order of actions. For this purpose, mark the place of joining the rows with a pin or a contrasting thread. When you make the first circle, make all the loops face, and the others, alternating, remove the knitting needle. After reaching the mark, go to the second wall of the gum and perform the purl series. When removing the loop, always take the thread inside the work. After engaging the required distance (usually 1.5-2 cm), close all the loops alternately - front, back, etc. Using the properties of hollow gum, you can not only make out the edge of the product, but also specially make the beki for processing pockets and other parts. For example, try to associate this technology with a narrow (4-5 cm), but a long (10-12 cm) canvas. You will get an excellent case for the phone. As you can see, traditional ornaments can be used quite differently, getting practical and original things!