DOCSLIB.ORG

Ribbing Increases by Vanessa Montileone

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Ribbing Increases by Vanessa Montileone swatch a swatch b swatch c ON YOUR WAY TO THE MASTERS Ribbing Increases by vanessa montileone swatch d swatch e swatch f 66 Cast On • February – April 2007 Increasing is an integral part of knitting location to hide an increase. Masters whether used for shaping or decoration. Program level 1 requires swatches of single There is a plethora of written information and double rib with increases on the last concerning the various increase techniques row. The increases are to be unobtrusive and “Never accept but little is written concerning the use of evenly spaced. There are many formulas increases in ribbing. Level 1 of the TKGA for figuring how to space increases and a the WORD Master Hand Knitting Program asks general rule of thumb is not to increase in that increases be placed in the last row of an edge stitch. Increases placed at the edge of any expert ribbing and that they be unobtrusive. In form a jagged line that is visible and makes other words the increases should blend seaming difficult. What increase would without first into the ribbing pattern. Knitters must first work best? The make 1, although one of the checking it out have knowledge of the various increases least visible in stockinette, does not work and their characteristics before they can well in ribbing. It creates an open area for yourself.” chose which increase is best suited for the under the strand in which the increase is pattern stitch being knitted. made. That open area can be visible in the ribbing. The lifted increase is the second – Maggie Righetti A brief review of four commonly used best increase in ribbing. The lifted increase increases includes: bar, lifted, make 1 and is done by knitting into the head of the yarn over. Some of the increases share stitch below and placing the new loop on common characteristics. The lifted and the right needle then knitting the stitch make 1 can slant right or left depending on normally. The lifted increase resembles a how they are executed. This makes them a V formation and if not done properly can the stitch. It is best to make increases in good choice when shaping an armhole or leave an open area that is visible. one type of stitch, either knit or purl stitch neckline. The lifted and the make 1 are less increases for continuity. This is especially visible and work well in stockinette stitch. The bar increase is usually one of the first true if you have difficulty maintaining The yarn over is an open increase and increases a knitter learns; it is visible in tension when changing from a knit to a produces a hole. It is wonderful when used stockinette but the best choice in ribbing. purl. Proper tension is always important, in decorative patterns of lace and eyelet. The bar increase is done by knitting into especially when working different stitches The bar increase is visible and produces the front and then the back of one stitch in a row. a bump to the side of the stitch in which creating two stitches from one. When the it is made. Planning is the first step to a back of the stitch is knit into, it forms a Many times the TKGA Masters Program beautiful handmade item, and knowing bump much like a purl and it hides itself committee members who review Masters which increase to use will yield the best in the transition between the knit and purl. submissions see inconsistent tension in finished result. It is best to place the increase in the knit ribbing. Loose stitches in the transition stitch of single rib and in the second knit from knit to purl are sure to be noticed. Breaking down the Stitches! stitch of double rib. By placing the bar in Using the bar or lifted increase should Ribbing is a pattern stitch that uses knits a knit, the bump that is created will blend provide good results with the proper and purls to form smooth and bumpy into the transition from knit to purl. The tension. To help alleviate tension problems vertical lines. The purl stitch naturally yarn should be pulled tightly so that no it is best to bring the yarn forward tightly recedes behind the knit stitch and together holes are visible and the knit stitch is not and give a “tug” when changing from knit they give elasticity to the fabric. The allowed to gather any extra yarn from other to purl. If pulling the yarn tightly does not vertical purl rows are often referred to as stitches that might increase its size. Extra give the proper effect another solution is to the purl “ditch”. We can also think of the yarn in the knit stitch disrupts the tension purl stitches as being in a closet away from leaving the ribbing looking sloppy. The bar the public. The transition from knit to increase can be done in a purl stitch also purl stitches provides the perfect “closet” by purling into the front and the back of continued on page 68 www.TKGA.com 67 continued from page 67 Worsted weight on size 8us/5mm needle. Lampe, Jean “Increasing: More of a Good All increases were done on the last row Thing Part I” Interweave Knits, Fall 2001 wrap the purl stitch from underneath and of ribbing per the Masters Program p.86-88. “Increasing: More of a Good over the top (wrapping clockwise). It must instructions. Thing Part II” Interweave Knits, Winter then be knit through the back loop on the 01/02 p.62-63. next row to prevent twisting. This is a last Swatch A: Single Rib –Bar Increase Melville, Sally, The Purl Stitch, XRX, Inc, resort as it is easy to forget the last step and Swatch B: Double Rib – Bar Increase 2003. end up with twisted stitches. Swatch C: Single Rib – Lifted Increase Vogue Knitting Editors. Vogue Knitting. Swatch D: Double Rib – Lifted Increase Pantheon Books, 1989. The best result for an unobtrusive increase Swatch E: Single Rib – Make 1 left slant Wiseman, Nancie, The Knitter’s Book will depend on how you knit. Plan spacing Swatch F: Single Rib – Inconsistent Ribbing of Finishing Techniques. Martingale & carefully, the bar increase should produce tension with Bar Increase Company 2002. wonderful results with the lifted increase following closely. An increase done properly Resources: and paired with poor tension will be like Buss, Katharina, Big Book of Knitting. the “Leaning tower of Pisa” – A great work Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 1999. of art with a unstable base! Fisher, Margaret, “On Your Way to the Masters-Hand” Cast On, Winter 1999 Swatch Explanation Hiatt, June Hemmons, The Principles of All Swatches were made using Lamb’s Pride Knitting. Simon & Schuster. 1988. EXCLUSIVE FOR TKGA GUILDS! Rent one for your next guild meeting. Encourage Members to Bring their Friends! Provide Valued Instruction for Experienced and Beginning Knitters Alike! Just right for a guild program. Choose one of 12 for your first rental. Each of the 12 kits showcases one basic knitting stitch pattern, along with stitch combinations and decorative variations utilizing that pattern. Detailed instructions, how-to photos and several knitted swatches using Lion Brand Yarn’s newest and most popular yarns in the latest colors are included. The knitted swatches exemplify how different the same stitch pattern looks when stitched with different yarns and illustrate which colors and types of yarns work best with certain stitch patterns, and which ones don’t. Visit www.TKGA.com for further details! 68 Cast On • February – April 2007.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Knitting Technique Used: Knit Stitch, Ribbing 1X1 RIGHT FRONT PIECE: 1
    FRONT AND BACK SIDE 13 LEFT SLEEVE RIGHT SLEEVE 30 30 2 2 17 34 11 3 13 36 13 38 14 13 3 3 3 20 49 20 Knitting Technique Used: Knit Stitch, Ribbing 1x1 RIGHT FRONT PIECE: 1. Cast on 56 stitches with Angora Gold mink. Rib 1x1 for 3 cm. 2.Change to knit stitch and knit for 3 cm. 3. When the knit measures 5 cm, knit 13 stitches with mink. Apply the schematic with brown yarn and knit 13 stitches. 4. Knit for 3 cm among them and apply the schematic with green and red yarn, respectively. 5.When the knit measures 32 cm, decrease 3+2+1 stitches on single side for the armhole. 6.When the knit measures 38 cm, decrease 8+3+3+2 stitches in the front middle part for the neckline. 7.When the knit measures 49 cm, bind off shoulder. LEFT FRONT SIDE: 1. Cast on 56 stitches with Angora Gold mink. Rib 1x1 for 3 cm. 2. Change to knit stitch. After knitting for 13 cm, knit 2 rows with brown yarn, knit 6 rows with mink yarn, knit 2 rows with green yarn, knit 6 rows with mink yarn and knit 2 rows with red yarn. 3. Repeat the same procedure with 3 colors of yarn. 4. When the knit measures 29 cm, knit with mink yarn until the knit measures 32 cm. Decrease 3+2+1 stitches on single side for the armhole. 5. Knit the neckline as it is in the right front side and bind off shoulder.
    [Show full text]
  • 220 Superwash® Kangaroo Sweater
    W185 220 Superwash® Kangaroo Sweater Designed by Amy Bahrt © 2013 Cascade Yarns® - All Rights Reserved. 220 Superwash® Kangaroo Sweater Designed by Amy Bahrt Skill Level: Intermediate Size: 2 (4, 6) Materials: Cascade Yarns® 220 Superwash® 100% Superwash Wool 100 g (3.5 oz) / 220 yds (200 m) A - 2 skeins of color #813 (Blue Velvet) B - 2 skeins of color #821 (Daffodil) C - 1 skein of color #864 (Christmas Green) D - 1 skein of color #822 (Pumpkin) US 5 & 7 knitting needles Crochet Hook G/6 Stitch Holders Yarn Needle 1 – 3/8” 4-hole Button Finished Measurements: Chest: 26 (28, 31)" Body Length 14 (15½, 17)" Sleeve Length 11½ (12, 12½)" Armhole Depth 5¾ (6¼, 6¾)" Gauge: 20 sts x 26 rows = 4" Abbreviations: BO = Bind Off CO = Cast On K = Knit P = Purl RS = Right Side St(s) = Stitch(es) WS = Wrong Side Stripe pattern: *(2 rows B, 2 rows D); repeat from* (4 rows) Back: With smaller needles and A CO 64 (70, 78)sts. Work in (K1, P1) Rib Pattern for 8 rows. Change to larger needles continue in Stockinette stitch until piece measures 14 (15½, 17)" from beginning. On WS, BO 19 (21, 25) sts for shoulder, work across 26 (28, 28) sts and place on holder, BO remaining sts for shoulder. © 2013 Cascade Yarns® - All Rights Reserved. Front: Work as back until piece measures 2¾ (4¼, 5¾)" from beginning. On RS and A, work 21(24, 28) sts, join B and work 22 sts of Kangaroo chart pattern row #1, end 21 (24, 28) sts A.
    [Show full text]
  • KNIT-A-BIT, LLC 16925 S. Beckman Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045-9366 (503) 631-4596
    KNIT-A-BIT, LLC 16925 S. Beckman Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045-9366 (503) 631-4596 Adaptation of Gene Bailey's "WONDER DRESS" by Pat Groves Machine: standard gauge with ribber Yarn: 2 pounds of Krinklespun, 2 strands for skirt and collar (tuck pattern) 3 strands for ribbing and stocking stitch Stitch size (tension) on the Passap: 5 for stocking stitch 2 1/2 for the ribbing 3 1/4 for the tuck. Dress is knit straight from hem to neck (except for neck shaping and if desired armhole shaping) using three different stitch patterns. Skirt is a double bed tuck pattern which changes to 1:1 rib 3" below the waist, has a casing for elastic at the waist, changes to stocking stitch for the bodice. Neckline is your choice, the model was a slight scoop. The sleeves are stocking stitch with 1:1 rib at the wrist. The collar is the same pattern as the skirt or you could knit the sleeves in the same tuck pattern as the skirt. You can change the sleeve to the lace pattern and also change the collar to stockinette – it’s your choice, just make the necessary adjustments to the pattern. Knit three swatches and calculate the following gauges: (Passap knitters: You may want to do the stocking stitch swatch on the back bed - see the note under Bodice). Stocking stitch --- stitches/inch - A = . rows/inch - B = . 1:1 rib rows/inch - C = . Tuck stitch rows/inch - D = . The tuck pattern is a double bed pattern with needles tucking on the main bed and knitting on the other bed.
    [Show full text]
  • 217Aw-16 Men's Hana Herringbone
    217aw-16 Men's Hana Herringbone Suggested yarn: • Pierrot Yarns Hana Merino [100% merino wool; 104 yds/95m per 1.41 oz./40g skein]; color #10 Charcoal Gray, 14 skeins [530g] Tools/Notions: • 3.6mm (approx. US 5) and 4.2mm (approx. US 6) knitting needles or sizes necessary to achieve gauge • cable needle Finished measurements: • chest 101cm/39.76" • center back neck-to-cuff 79cm/31.10" • back length 63cm/24.80" Gauge (10cm/4" square): • stockinette stitch: 21 sts and 29 rows • pattern stitch: 29 sts and 29 rows Gauge may vary according to individual knitting style. Change needle size if necessary to achieve gauge. Alternatively, rework pattern with your own gauge measurements. Summary Back: Cast on with long-tail cast-on method. Work in k1p1 ribbing, then continue in st st. Shape raglan seam by working fully fashioned decreases (1 stitch in from the edge). Front: Cast on with long-tail cast-on method. Work in k1p1 ribbing, then continue in pattern st. Shape raglan seam by working fully fashioned decreases (1 stitch in from the edge). Sleeve (make 2): Cast on with long-tail cast-on method. Work in k1p1 ribbing, then continue in st st. Shape raglan seam by working fully fashioned decreases (1 stitch in from the edge). Finishing: Seam raglan edges with mattress stitch. Seam underarm gusset with Kitchener stitch. Seam sleeve and side with one continuous mattress stitch seam (1 per side of garment). Pick up stitches around neckline; work collar in k1p1 ribbing in the round. Bind off in pattern. Abbreviations: BO = bind off CO = cast on k = knit p = purl PU = pick up RE = row(s) even st st = stockinette stitch #-#-# = rows-stitches-times © 2017 Pierrot Yarns (Gosyo Co., Ltd.).
    [Show full text]
  • Free Knitting Pattern: Lion® Bouclé Cozy Slipper Socks
    Free Knitting Pattern Lion Brand® Lion® Bouclé Cozy Slipper Socks Pattern Number: 50642 Short, cozy socks are knit in the round from the cuff down using double-pointed needles. Free Knitting Pattern from Lion Brand Yarn Lion Brand® Lion® Bouclé Cozy Slipper Socks Pattern Number: 50642 SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate SIZE: One Size Circumference 8" [20.5 cm] CORRECTIONS: (applied Jun 27, 2013) HEEL FLAP With WS facing, work K1, P1 Rib across 6 sts of first needle and 6 sts of 2nd next needle using 1 needle. MATERIALS • 930-212 Lion Brand Lion *Lion® Boucle (Article #930). 79% Acrylic, 20% mohair, Boucle Yarn: Popsicle 1% nylon; package size: 2.50oz/70.00 gr. (57yds/52m) 2 Balls pull skeins • Lion Brand Double- Pointed Needles - Size 8 • Lion Brand Split Ring Stitch Markers • Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6) GAUGE: 12 sts = 4” [10 cm] in St st (k every rnd). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles. STITCH EXPLANATION: STITCH EXPLANATIONS skp (slip, knit, pass) Sl 1 st as if to knit, k 1, pass slipped st over. Kitchener Stitch (Grafting) Holding the 2 needles parallel with wrong sides of fabric together, thread a large-eyed blunt needle with one of the yarn ends and work as follows: Insert needle as if to purl into first stitch on front piece.
    [Show full text]
  • Pilling Performance and Abrasion Characteristics of Selected Basic Weft Knitted Fabrics
    Muhammet Akaydin, Yahya Can Pilling Performance and Abrasion Characteristics of Selected Basic Weft Knitted Fabrics Pamukkale University, Abstract Denizli Vocational Scholl, The aim of this study was the determination of the effects of dyeing, knit construction and Denizli, Turkey the thread yarn production type on the abrasion resistance and pilling performance of E-mail: [email protected] selected basic weft knitted fabrics. For this aim jersey and interlock fabrics were produced from 100% cotton ring and compact yarns. Some of the fabrics produced were dyed. The abrasion resistance and pilling performance of raw and dyed fabrics were measured. The results obtained were classified according to the knit construction, whether the fabric was raw or dyed, and the properties of the yarn from which the fabric was produced. According to the results obtained, the abrasion resistance and pilling performance of interlock fabrics were found to be higher than those of jersey fabrics, those of dyed fabrics higher than those of raw fabrics, and those of fabrics produced from compact yarns were higher than those fabrics produced from ring yarns. Key words: abrasion resistance, compact yarn, pilling, weft knitted fabric. Abrasion resistance and pilling perform- ported that 100 % cotton samples knitted ance are two of the most important me- from ring spun yarns tend to have lower chanical characteristics of fabrics. The pilling rates than those constructed from resistance of a fabric against the force of 100 % cotton open-end spun yarns [9]. friction is known as the abrasion resist- ance. In general, pilling is a fabric defect Akaydin studied basic knitted fabrics observed as small fiber balls or a group from ring combed and compact yarns and consisting of intervened fibers that are determined that the abrasion resistance attached to the fabric surface by one or and pilling performance of supreme fab- more fibers [1].
    [Show full text]
  • Free Knitting Pattern Lion Brand® Romance Spring Fresh Shrug Pattern Number: 50947
    Free Knitting Pattern Lion Brand® Romance Spring Fresh Shrug Pattern Number: 50947 Page 1 of 3 Free Knitting Pattern from Lion Brand Yarn Lion Brand® Romance Spring Fresh Shrug Pattern Number: 50947 SKILL LEVEL: Easy SIZE: One Size 18 x 62½ in. [46 x 159 cm] CORRECTIONS: None MATERIALS • 440-193 Lion Brand Romance: Leaf 1 Skeins • Lion Brand Size 15 [10 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Needles • Lion Brand Size 17 [13 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Needles • Lion Brand Size 19 [15 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Needles • Lion Brand Stitch Markers • Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6) GAUGE: 8 sts + 16 rows = 4” (10cm) in garter st (knit every row) on smallest needle. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. STITCH EXPLANATION: M1 (make 1) An increase worked by lifting horizontal thread lying between needles and placing it onto left needle. Knit this new stitch through the back loop. K 2, P 2 Ribbing Row 1 *K 2, p 2; rep from *. Row 2 K the k sts, p the p sts. SHRUG With smallest needle, cast on 36 sts. Working back and forth on circular needle, work in k 2, p 2 ribbing for 12 rows. Next Row (Dec Row): K 2, *k2tog, k 2; repeat from *, end k 2 – 28 sts. Work even in Garter st for 15 rows. Next Row (Inc Row): K 1, m1, k to last 2 sts, m1, k 1 – 30 sts. Work even in Garter st for 9 rows. Next Row (Inc Row): K 1, m1, k to last 2 sts, m1, k 1 – 32 sts.
    [Show full text]
  • Free Pattern: Beginner Socks for Magic Loop, TOE-UP Or TOP-DOWN by Liat Gat of Knitfreedom
    Free Pattern: Beginner Socks for Magic Loop, TOE-UP or TOP-DOWN by Liat Gat of KNITFreedom Materials Yarn: 150-400 yds fingering-weight yarn (amount of yarn needed depends on length of cuff). If working two socks at one time, separate yarn into two balls of equal yardage. Gauge: 7 sts/in in St st. Needles: 1 or 2 40-inch circular needle(s) OR set of DPNs, in whatever size required for YOU to obtain gauge. I used US #2. What kind of needles you require depends on how you prefer to knit in the round. I prefer magic loop, which requires one circular needle. Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors. Sizes: S, M, L Finished Measurements: Foot circumference: 7[8,9] inches, unstretched Length: customizable to exact foot size Abbreviations/Terms: (all links go to KNITFreedom videos) CO: cast on PM: place marker BOR: beginning of round M1L: make one left M1R: make one right K2tog: knit 2 together P2tog: purl 2 together SSK: slip, slip, knit instep: the part of the sock opposite the heel (front of ankle). Beginner Socks for Magic Loop, TOE-UP VERSION Want to watch a complete KNITFreedom Video Course showing every step of this project, including how to knit these socks two-at-a-time? Click Here To Learn More! Pattern Notes: Sock is worked in the round from toe to cuff. The heel shaping is taken directly from Fleegle's blog and is famously known as the Fleegle Heel. Pattern Instructions: Toe Using Judy's Magic Cast-On, CO 12(16,20) sts, 6(8,10) on each needle.
    [Show full text]
  • Basic Fair Isle Hat
    BASIC FAIR ISLE HAT This is a new pattern for my Basic Hats collection. The heart-shaped stitches of contrasting color make this hat look so joyful! They are accomplished with the use of the fair isle technique, which might seem a bit scary and complex from the first glance. But if you start learning it from something easy - like this hat - you’ll fall in love! Chunky yarn makes this knit really fast, and two-colored design gives endless possibilities for color combination. You can adjust the pattern to another yarn, change the size or length of the finished garment, add a pompom or skip this step (if someone can actually do that!). The pattern contains links to the video tutorial that makes the process more easy to understand. YARN NOTIONS ➔ Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick&Quick (80% ➔ 1 stitch marker acrylic+20% wool, 6 oz./170g, 106 yds/97 m). ➔ Tapestry needle ➔ Main color: light pink (Blossom) 3oz./85g; ➔ Pompom maker (optional) Contrast color: natural white (Fisherman) ➔ Scissors 0.7oz./20g + 1oz./28g pompom ➔ Possible yarn substitutions: KnitPicks Biggo, GAUGE Cascade Yarns Lana Grande, Loops&Threads Cozy Wool, Nako Spaghetti, ➔ 10 sts and 14 rows in 4”/10cm in Stockinette YarnArt Alpine stitch worked in rounds. NEEDLES FINISHED SIZE ➔ US 10 ½ (6.5mm) circular needles for ribbing, ➔ 11”/28cm high with the brim down, length with the cord 16”/40cm 8.7”/22cm high with the folded brim (can ➔ US 11 (8mm) circular needles, length with the be changed to any desired) cord 16”/40cm ➔ Covers all the circumferences from ➔ You might need to use the needles of one 15”/37cm to 24”/60cm depending on how size up/down in order to obtain the same much stretched gauge.
    [Show full text]
  • LION BRAND® WOOLSPUN® EASY BULKY CARDIGAN Pattern Number: M20292 WS
    Free Crochet Pattern LION BRAND® WOOLSPUN® EASY BULKY CARDIGAN Pattern Number: M20292 WS ©2020 Lion Brand Yarn Company, all rights reserved. LION BRAND® WOOLSPUN® EASY BULKY CARDIGAN Pattern Number: M20292 WS SKILL LEVEL – EASY SIZES XS (S, M, L, 1X) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) Finished Bust About 35 (38, 43, 48, 51) (56, 62, 66, 70) in. (89 (96.5, 109, 122, 129.5) (142, 157.5, 167.5, 178) cm) Finished Length About 20 1/2 (21 1/2, 22 1/2, 23, 23) (24 1/2, 25 1/2, 26, 27) in. (52 (54.5, 57, 58.5, 58.5) (62, 65, 66, 68.5) cm) Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning. MATERIALS • LION BRAND® WOOLSPUN® (Art. #669) #152 Charcoal 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) (7, 8, 8, 9) balls (A) #150 Oxford Grey 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) (3, 3, 4, 4) balls (B) • LION BRAND® crochet hook size K-10.5 (6.5 mm) • LION BRAND® large-eyed blunt needle GAUGE 10 dc + 6 rows = about 4 in. (10 cm). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. STITCH EXPLANATIONS BPdc (Back Post double crochet) Yarn over, insert hook from back to front then to back, going around post of indicated st, draw up a loop, (yarn over and draw through 2 loops on hook) twice. Skip top of st in front of the BPdc.
    [Show full text]
  • 4JE-02PO: Let's Learn to Knit with Increase and Decrease
    4JE-02PO COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY—COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE Unit 2 Let’s Learn to Knit with Increase and Decrease Linda Heaton, Textiles and Clothing Specialist 18 U. S. C. 707 Agriculture & Natural Resources • Family & Consumer Sciences • 4-H/Youth Development • Community & Economic Development This publication was originally prepared by Jo Ann S. Hilliker, former state Extension specialist in clothing and textiles. Special appreciation is extended to the committee who inspired this project and who worked long hours to make it a reality. Many thanks to: Thelma Smith, Shelby County Leader Mrs. Glenn Riggs, Fayette County Leader Katherine Hixson, Harrison County Leader Jane Bailey, former Shelby County Extension Agent for Home Economics Karen Hill, former Extension Program Specialist for 4-H Mention or display of a trademark, proprietary product, or firm in text or figures does not constitute an endorsement and does not imply approval to the exclusion of other suitable products or firms. Contents Your Guide for the Project .......................4 Gauge ....................................................12 You Will Learn ..................................................4 Check the Gauge .......................................... 12 Articles You Will Make ....................................4 Care of Synthetic Yarns .........................13 Exhibit Your Work ............................................4 Machine Washing and Drying .................. 13 Add to Your Record Book ...............................5
    [Show full text]
  • Top-Down Raglan Pullover Lesson.Pdf
    About Top-Down Raglan Pullovers the underarm is complete and the raglan piece joined to be worked in the round. The top-down raglan design is of "sea ms" are decreased to the neckline. From Continue increasing every other row until comparatively recent origin in terms of the top-down, the sleeve/body stitches are the piece is long/large enough to meet at swea ter design. Raglan construction was increased to the underarms and then th e the underarms. The sleeves/front/back arc created as a supplement to or replacement sleeves, front and back stitches separated separated at this point. Some designers have of the saddle shoulder sweater. See Suzanne and wo rked to the edgings as three separate the knitter work the sleeves first so they are Bryan's article "Raglan Sleeved Sweaters tubes. worked down to the wrist and finished off. from the Bottom Up" on page 46 for more Others instruct the knitter to work the body discussion o n the history of this design. Construct ion first and then the sleeves. In that instance, The hallmark of the raglan is the diagonal A top-down raglan is essentially a seamless the body is worked as a tube to the desired shaping lines moving from the top of the rectangular yoke. Once the math for gauge length and finished. Regardless of which neckline, to the underarm. Thus, the sleeve is complete, cast o n placing markers at is done first, some additional stitches may top is integrated into the neckline. This the four points dividing the back/sleeve/ be cast on for the underarms to reach the design eliminates the problem of excess front/sleeve (see Swatch 1) .
    [Show full text]