A simplified method of knitting socks on 2 knitting needles. A craftswoman deftly knits socks on two knitting needles! So easy that even a beginner can do it! Openwork knitted socks with a pattern

The knitting pattern for the instep wedge is universal!

3, 5, 7 row: at the end of the row in front of the edge loop we knit 2 loops together with the front one tilted to the left;

4, 6, 8 row: at the end of the row in front of the edge loop we knit 2 loops together purlwise.

Thus, we reduced the loops on the instep wedge, knitting 2 loops together at the end of each row, and the estimated number of loops remained on the knitting needle - 25.

Note: if you have a high arch, you can knit 2 additional rows without decreases before two rows with decreases. This will give you more freedom in the arch of your foot. At the same time, the height of the rise can be adjusted: you can knit 2 additional rows only before the first decreases, before the first and second, or before all three.

Knitting pattern for a wedge for a high instep

1st row: raise the loops of the left side from the edge loops (11 loops). You can pick up the edge loops from both walls or from one wall facing the front side.

Row 2: knit with purl stitches. Raise the loops (11 loops) on the right side of the heel.

3, 7, 11 row: facial loops;

4, 8, 12 row: purl loops;

5, 9, 13 row: at the end of the row in front of the edge loop we knit 2 loops together with the front one tilted to the left;

6, 10, 14 row: at the end of the row in front of the edge loop we knit 2 loops together purlwise.

We continue to knit the middle lower part of the sock up to the toe. You can try on a sock and knit to the end of the little toe. It can be determined by calculation: the toe is approximately equal to the length of the heel cup. We subtract from the length of the foot (24) the length of the toe and the length of the cup (5 + 5 = 10), we find that the middle part is 14 cm or 44 rows.

Next we knit the toe. We decrease the loops in the same way as on the instep wedge, knitting 2 loops together in front of the edge loops at the end of each row. When 1/3 of the loops (9) remain on the knitting needle, lift the loops from the edge loops. In front rows we knit a front loop from the edge row, and in purl rows we knit a purl stitch. We pick up the wall of the edge loop facing the wrong side. We do not remove the first loop of the row, as usual, but knit the knit stitch in the front rows and the purl stitch in the purl rows. This first loop should be knitted tighter.

So we add loops until the estimated number of loops (25) remains on the knitting needle.

We also knit the upper middle part of the sock, lifting the loops from the edge loops, but so that the number of loops remains calculated, at the end of each row we decrease the loops in the same way as before, knitting 2 loops together at the end of each row.

Important : the corner loop should be knitted on both walls so that the hole does not turn out to be too large.

On the elastic section we knit the edge loops differently. Now we pick up the wall of the edge loop facing the front side and we will knit the edge loop together with the last loop of the row.

We knit the first loop of the row so that the elastic pattern continues - with a purl loop. We transfer the last loop of the row to the right knitting needle, pick up the edge loop with the left knitting needle and return the last loop of the row to the left knitting needle. We knit 2 loops together in accordance with the elastic pattern: knit or purl. Thus, we reduce the extra loop and the calculated number of loops always remains on the knitting needle. The second sock is knitted in the same way.

Knowing how to knit socks can help you out in many situations. Knit original gifts for your loved ones for the holiday, surprise your friends with a stylish new thing - you never know the reasons! Even if you have very little experience as a knitter, don’t despair. We will tell you step by step how to knit socks on two knitting needles in a simple way.

We knit socks on two knitting needles without a seam

Size: 39, for foot length 25cm.

We will need:

• yarn of any composition (in our case - 100% acrylic, density 50g per 200m) - only 100g (we have two colors - light green and sand);
• knitting needles from the sock set No. 2.5 - 2 pieces.

What patterns will we knit:

• elastic band 1 knit x 1 purl;
• persons satin stitch - when knitting in straight rows, all the loops are knit, in purl rows - purl. Before starting work, you must knit a sample and use it to calculate the knitting density and the required number of loops.

Density on faces. Ch.: 30p.=10cm.

Description

1st: dial 30p. light green threads.

2p.: 1 cr., elastic to the end of the row. We will knit this further, alternating color stripes.

From the 3rd to the 8th p.m. – continue the elastic band with light green color.

9th and 10th r. – change the color of the thread to sand.

11th and 12th rows: light green;

13th and 14th rows: sand;

15th and 16th rows: light green;

17th and 18th rows: sand;

From the 19th to the 26th: green.

29r.: 1p. remove, 28l., 1p. on the sp., we do not knit it.

30r.: 1p. filmed in previous r., 1p. remove, p27, 1p. on the sp., we do not knit it.

This should look like this:

31r.: 1 p. left, 1 dc., 26 p., 2 p. remaining;

32r: 2 p. left, 1 dc, 25 p., 2 p. remaining;

33r.: 3 p. left., 1dc., 24l., 3p. remaining;

34r.: 3 sts left, 1dc. p., 23l., 3p. remaining;

35 rubles: 3 p. left, 1 dc. p., 22l., 4p. left;

36r.: 4 p. left, 1 dc. p., 21l., 4p. left;

37r.: 4 sts left, 1dc. p., 20l., 5p. left;

38r.: 5 sts left, 1dc. p., 19l., 5p. left;

39r.: 5 sts left, 1 dc. p., 18l., 6p. left;

40 rubles: 6 p. left, 1 dc, 17 l., 6 p. left;

41r.: 6 p. left, 1 sn.p., 16l., 7p. left;

42r.: 7 p. left 1 st.p., 15l., 7p. left;

43r.: 7 p. left 1 st.p., 14l., 8p. left;

44r.: 8 sts., 1 st.p., 13l., 8p. ost;

45r.: 8 sts., 1 st.p., 12l., 9p. abandoned;

46r.: 9 p. ost-ykh, 1 sn.p., 11l., 9p. abandoned;

From the next R. we increase the number of knitted stitches due to the previously left ones. They will need to be knitted at the end of the r. 1 p.

47.: 1p. dn., 12 l., 8 p. left;

48r.: 8p. ost-ykh, 1p. sn., 13 p., 8 p. ost;

49r.: 8p. ost-ykh, 1p. sc., purl 14, 7 p. ost;

50r.: 7p. abandoned, 1p. sc., purl 15, 7 p. abandoned;

51r.: 7p. abandoned, 1p. sn., 16 p., 6 p. abandoned;

52r.: 6p. abandoned, 1p. sc., purl 17, 6p. abandoned;

53r.: 6p. abandoned, 1p. sc., purl 18, 5 p. abandoned;

54 rubles: 5 p. remaining, 1 p. sc., purl 19, 5p. the rest.;

55r.: 5p. the rest, 1p. sc., 20 p., 4 p. the rest;

56r.: 4p. the rest, 1p. sc., purl 21, 4 p. the rest;

57r.: 4p. the rest, 1p. sc., purl 22, p. 3. the rest;

58r.: 3p. the rest, 1p. sn., 23p., 2p. rest;

59 rubles: 3 p. left, 1 p. sn., 24p., 2p. rest;

60 rub.: 2p.rest., 1p. sc., purl 25, 2p. rest;

61r.: 2p.rest., 1p. sn., 26 p., 1p. rest;

62r.: 1p.rest., 1p. sn., purl 27, 1p. rest;

63r.: 1p.rest., 1p. sn., purl 28;

64r.: 1. p.s., 29 p.

The heel is ready.

View from the other side.

Its depth is 5cm, the toe needs to be knitted to the same depth – 5cm. The calculated depth of the flat surface area: 25cm-5cm-5cm=15cm.

From the 65th to the 120th ruble: exactly green.

From the 125th to the 160th row: knit the toe, repeating from the 29th to the 64th row.

161r.: knitting the instep. Again we alternate the color stripes every two rows. At the same time we will connect the upper and lower parts. The method for this is very simple, accessible for beginners: we knit the outer loops of 2 parts together.

Raise the outermost st with the right knitting needle.

Then on it - remove the 1st stitch from the left sp.

Knit 29 faces.

162 rub.: raise 1 p. on the foot.

Remove from the left sp. on the right 1st st.

Knit 28 knits, two outer ones - in 1 p.

From 163 to 220 rubles: Remove 1 p. bottom, 1p. from above, 28p. - according to the pattern, 2p. in 1p.

221 rub. and 222 rub.: chul. Ch. light green yarn.

From 223r. for 228 rub.: light green color. an elastic band. Don't forget to connect both parts of the sock without a seam.

229 rub. and 230 rub.: sand;

231 rub. and 232 rub.: light green;

233 rub. and 234 rubles: sand;

235 rub. and 236 rub.: light green;

237 rub. and 238 rub.: sand;

from 239 rub. 245 rubles each: salads.

We close the row. We use the usual method. For beginner knitters - see explanation and photo:

Knit 2p. in 1p.

Return this st to left sp.

Again 2p. knit in 1 p.

Repeat again - return st to left sp. Repeat the procedure up to 1 step.

Break the thread, fasten it, and carefully tuck the end in.

Knit the second sock without a seam using the same method.

A simple way to knit socks from the toe: video tutorial

Knitting socks with two knitting needles: the easiest way

Even a schoolgirl can knit socks on two knitting needles using this method without any problems. First you need to take measurements: ankle volume, instep length (for part a), foot length (for part b), heel height (for part c). After selecting the yarn and number of knitting needles, knit a sample and count the required number of stitches from it.

Description

For clarity, the direction of knitting - see photo.

We start knitting socks from part “a”. We cast on the required number of loops - half the volume of the ankle and knit the elastic band. Determine its height for yourself, on average it is 8-10 cm. After that, we switch to stocking stitch. If you want to knit not just warm, but also very beautiful socks, then choose any pattern you like for this area of ​​work. The main thing is that it fits proportionally to the dimensions you need.

We knit part “a” to a height that covers the little finger. Now we make 1 stitch decreases on both sides. until there are 6-10 loops left on the working needle. And then – the reverse process – mirror increases. Returning to the original number of loops, we proceed to the sole - section “b”. Let's knit it equal to the length of the foot. You can try it on to be sure.

To design the heel, we repeat the decrease and increase according to the previous description. To strengthen the heel in the area of ​​increase, you can add another thread to the work, preferably synthetic - this way the socks will last longer. When knitting section “c”, pay attention that the elastic should be the same length and width as in section “a”.

Assembly

First sew the heel: parts “b” and “c”; then them - with part “a”.
The undoubted advantages of this method include the possibility of easy restoration of the worn heel of the sock: the seams are trimmed and the heel is bandaged.

Seamless socks

Very easy to knit. The only drawback is that the heel wears out quickly. But if you choose the right yarn, then this problem ceases to be such a problem. The calculation is made for foot size 40-41.

To knit socks without a seam, we will need for work:

• mixed yarn (100g per 260m) - about 110g;
• knitting needles No. 2.5.

What patterns will we knit:

• elastic band 2 knits x 2 purls;
• braid of 6 loops - see diagram:

Description

We dial 50p. and knit according to the pattern. Odd rows - according to the picture.

Having knitted 38p, we dial another 20p. Rotate the work. Knit according to the pattern, then cast on 20 stitches. In total there are 90p in work. They are distributed over 40p. elastic bands, 10 p. – braid with 2 – purl. p. on each side, 40 p. elastic. We knit the pattern in the center unchanged, and we make decreases along the edges: we knit 1 p. along with the edge. We continue until there are 10p left in the work.

Dial alternately on sp. additional dialed p. 39 r. We get 20p.+10p.+20p=50p.

For a free sleep cast on edge stitches from 1st to 37th r. - only 18p. Use it to knit 10 stitches. drawing.

What woman doesn’t dream of pleasing her loved ones with warm, comfortable things associated with love?

And if only experienced needlewomen can knit jumpers with intricate patterns, then simple knitted socks are an ideal option for beginning craftswomen.

To knit socks you will need:

1. Stocking needles. For thin yarn (100 g/350-400 m) No. 2-2.5 are suitable, for thicker yarn (100 g/250-300 m) - No. 3-3.5. It should be remembered that detailed information about the knitting needles suitable for the selected type of yarn is indicated on the skein label.
2. Scissors.
3. to complete the work and assemble the product parts.

Determination of size, calculation of cast-on loops

To determine the number of stitches you need to cast on to create a sock with knitting needles, use the knitting table:

Size	22/23	24/25	26/27	28/29	30/31	32/33	34/35	36/37	38/39	40/41	42/43	44/45	46/47
Foot length(cm)	14,5	16	17,5	18,5	20	21,5	22,5	24	25,5	26,5	28	29,5	30,5
Number of loops	44	48		52		56		60		64		68	72

Knitting socks on two knitting needles for beginners - step by step

Knitting socks using two knitting needles is very simple. Even those who are about to start working on their first product can do this. Detailed instructions are provided below.

Scheme for knitting socks with knitting needles - description of a simple method:

1. We cast on 1/2 of the required number of loops (see table).
2. We knit an elastic band 5 cm high. Choose the type of elastic to your taste: 1*1 (knit stitches/purl stitches), 2*2 (2 knit stitches/2 purl stitches).
3. We continue to knit another 5 cm in stockinette stitch.
4. Forming the heel. To do this, in each front row we knit 2 loops together before the edge ones. We knit the purl rows in accordance with the pattern. When 1/2 of the +2 cast-on loops remain in the work, we begin to make additions in the front rows, knitting additional loops from the edge loops of the previous row. Work on the heel can be considered complete when the original number of loops is restored.
5. We knit the sole straight using stockinette stitch.
6. Starting from the little finger, we form the sock using the same method as for knitting the heel.
7. We knit the upper part of the sock, simultaneously connecting it along the edges with the lower part.

Knitting heels with knitting needles step by step in the photo:

The sock is ready! The second one is knitted similarly.

Circular knitting on 4 knitting needles, video:

Knitting on 5 needles - master class

To knit socks correctly on 5 knitting needles, you need to follow the instructions step by step.

1. We cast on the required number of loops (see table), distribute them evenly onto 4 knitting needles. We knit 5 cm with 1*1 rib, then continue with stockinette stitch.
2. Having knitted another 5 cm in height (if these rows are not knitted, you will get half-socks), set aside the loops from the 2nd and 3rd needles, and continue to knit the straight part of the heel on the 1st and 4th. We knit as many rows in height as there are loops together on the 1st and 4th knitting needles.
3. Let's start forming the heel (cap). Let's look at how to knit a heel step by step. To do this, divide all the loops of the straight part of the heel into 3 equal parts. It turns out two sides and a middle. We continue to knit the central part without changes, and on the side parts in each front row we decrease one loop, knitting them together with the outer loops of the central knitting needle. The formation of the heel will be completed when all the loops on the side knitting needles are finished.
4. We pick up loops from the sides, restoring their original number, and continue knitting in the round. In this way we knit up to the little finger.
5. From the little finger we form a sock, knitting two loops together at the beginning of the 1st and at the end of the 2nd, at the beginning of the 3rd and at the end of the 4th needle. We pull the working thread through the last 2 loops and fasten it on the wrong side.

Master class on knitting a sock on 5 knitting needles on video:

Options for knitting socks with photos, videos and patterns

Based on the above descriptions of knitting socks, you can create beautiful and original models, experimenting with all kinds of patterns, colors and textures during the knitting process.

Men's

It must be remembered that for the stronger half of humanity, the convenience and comfort of clothing is more important than originality and sophistication. Therefore, when knitting socks for men and boys, you should give preference to denser types of yarn that retain heat well.

From the patterns, it is best to choose the front surface, or one of the options presented below:

• strip;
• ornament;
• discreet pattern on the front.

What makes a thing unique is not so much the pattern as the texture and method of dyeing the yarn.

Women's

The main thing in women's socks is their uniqueness and originality. These qualities will give the product airy openwork patterns, among which the most common are triangular, spiral and floral motifs.

Openwork knitting

The main element used in openwork knitting is the yarn over. The greater the number of yarn overs provided in the pattern, the more openwork the socks turn out to be.

When casting on the required number of loops according to the table, take into account the pattern repeat. It is allowed to reduce or increase their number by 2.3. Do not choose an overly complex openwork pattern with large repeats; it will be more difficult to work with.

Knitting patterns for socks in the photo:

With ornament

The ornament will be useful to those craftswomen who do not want to sacrifice warmth for the sake of beauty. As a rule, the sock cuff is knitted with a pattern. The star pattern is especially popular, as it is quite simple to make.

Knitting socks with ornaments and patterns, step-by-step patterns for beginners:

Video tutorial:

Enterlac style

Unusual ways of knitting socks include the enterlac style. Let's look at it in more detail.

Enterlak is a type of patchwork (), which has recently become quite popular among craftswomen. Any knitted items made using this knitting technique look original and attract attention.

The essence of the technique is alternating multi-colored square or rectangular sectors.

Only experienced craftswomen can work in this style.

In order to knit socks without heels in the enterlac style, in addition to the tools listed above, you will need pins. They will be useful for removed loops. You need to take multi-colored yarn of the same thickness.

Sequencing:

1. We put 5 stitches on the knitting needles with thread of color 1, knit 10 rows in stockinette stitch, remove all open loops onto a pin.
2. Along the edge of the resulting square, cast on 5 stitches in color 2, knit 10 rows, and again remove the loops onto a pin.
3. We knit the third square (color 1) similarly to the second.
4. We knit the fourth square (color 2) and connect its side with the cast-on edge of the first square.
5. We tie the resulting central element with squares of color 3 in a checkerboard pattern in a circle.
6. Enter the 4th color.
7. In circular rows, alternating the colors used, without expanding the work, we knit a sock of the required length. Then you need to finish knitting the sock. Close all loops.
8. We carefully crochet the last, top row.

We knit the second sock in the same way.

Video tutorial:

Booties

Since booties are knitted for small children, there are certain nuances that need to be taken into account when starting work:

1. Booties should not be too tight for the baby. It is better to immediately connect them with a small reserve. Then the child’s foot will be comfortable in them.
2. You need to choose soft, non-prickly yarn.
3. The finished product should not have internal seams. Otherwise, damage to delicate skin may occur.

We offer a quick and easy way to knit booties.

Loop calculation:

1. We knit a 10*10 sample with the selected yarn. We count the number of loops and rows in the sample.
2. We measure the length of the baby's foot and multiply it by the number of rows in 1 cm = the number of rows in the sole.
3. Divide the resulting figure in half, round to an even whole number, divide it in half and multiply by 3 = the required number of cast-on loops.

Simple children's socks with knitting needles step by step:

1. We cast on the loops and distribute them onto 4 knitting needles.
2. We knit a cuff. It consists of 12 rows of 1*1 elastic.
3. At 1 p.m. we knit holes for the ribbon. To do this, first knit two loops together, then make a yarn over. So until the end of the row. We continue according to the picture.
4. Next we knit 2 rows using stockinette stitch. Then we again distribute the stitches onto 4 knitting needles and begin to knit the upper part of the booties on one of them in garter stitch. You need to complete 18 rows.
5. We cast on additional loops along the perimeter of the knitted part and knit 10 rows in a circle with the same pattern.
6. We knit the sole in a straight line, like the toe, starting from the toe, and after knitting each row we fasten it to the sides.
7. Having tied it to the end, carefully tie the sole to the back wall of the bootie.
8. We stretch a bright ribbon through the previously knitted holes.

Cool knitted booties are ready!

Patterns of knitted booties in the photo:

Knitted boots

To knit interesting boots with knitting needles you will need:

• thick yarn,
• braid/tape,
• finished sole,
• thick yarn,
• knitting needles No. 5.

Procedure:

1. We put 15 loops on the knitting needles and knit using pattern 1. At the same time, we add after the edge stitches in every 4th row. 3*1 p., then in every 2nd p. 3* 1 p. and 6 p. In the end you should get 39 p., we knit the added loops. satin stitch
2. We knit straight 10 cm for the heel, then add it on both sides after the hem. every 3 cm 6 * 1 p. Total - 51 p.
3. 20 cm from the heel, after the report is completely completed, we knit holes for the ribbon: knit 2 sts together, 1 yarn over, and knit until the end of the p.
4. Next another 6 rubles. elastic band 1*1. After this we close the loops.
5. Using an awl, we make holes at equal distances in the insoles and sew them to the knitted parts.
6. We thread the tape through the holes. If desired, you can decorate the product with pompoms.

Well, are you thinking that it would be nice to knit warm, cozy socks, but the classic five-knitting method scares you? Smart tips recommend learning a simple and quick way to knit socks on 2 knitting needles. First, we will tell you about the process itself in principle. And if you use your imagination, your socks will delight not only you, but all your loved ones with the result.

Read in this article:

Threads, knitting needles, measurements, samples

Before you start our simple, but such an exciting activity, take the yarn from which you are going to do the work, knitting needles and knit a sample of 10 by 10 cm. Knitting on the front side with knit stitches, on the wrong side with purls, the so-called stockinette stitch, or stockinette stitch. Call it what you want. Many people neglect this point, and then, when they finish the work almost to the end, or at least half, they realize that they made a mistake with the calculations.

Flatten the resulting square, slightly stretching it along the diagonals and aligning it on the sides. Attach a ruler and determine how many loops there are per 1 cm and how many rows. Write it down so you don't forget.

Now measure your foot. We will need measurements:

• half ankle circumference;
• foot length;
• cuff height.

Set of loops

To knit socks on 2 knitting needles, we must cast on a number of stitches equal to half the circumference of the shin.

For example, if the circumference of the leg is 20 cm, half is 10 cm. We multiply 10 by the number of loops in 1 cm, determined from the sample. If there are 2 loops in 1 cm, then this is 20 loops. For a tight fit, knead 2 loops. It will turn out to be 18. Therefore, according to my calculations, I need to cast on 18 loops, which is what I do.

Pattern and principle of knitting a sock on 2 knitting needles

1. Beginning of knitting, elastic band.
2. Back of sock to heel
3. Heel.
4. Sole.
5. Toe.
6. The front of the sock.
7. Rib, end of knitting.

If you are knitting for the first time, use colored threads to separate the heel and toe, as in our case in the diagram.

Sock assembly

First, the heel and toe are sewn from the wrong side, and then the entire sock along the side seams.

Description of work

1. Rows 1 - 4: back of cuff with rib 1 x 1

2. Back of the sock
Row 5: Knit all stitches
Line 6: all stitches purl
Rows 7 - 34: repeat as 5 and 6

3. Heel
color change (optional)
Row 35: 1 edge is removed, knit 2 together behind the back walls, knit 14, knit 2 together behind the front walls, 1 edge and purl.
Row 36 and all even: purl all stitches.
Row 37 and we do all the odd ones at the beginning and at the end, decreasing by 2 together, as in row 35, until 2 loops remain in the center, a total of 6 loops on the needle.

43 row - we start at the beginning and at the end of the row by adding 1 loop. In the front rows we knit after the edge and before the edge at the end of 1 loop 2, without making a yarn over so that there are no holes. To do this, knit the loop behind the back wall and, without removing it from the left knitting needle, knit it again behind the front wall.

44 and purl all even rows.

We knit the heel until the original number of loops is on the knitting needle. (20)

4. Sole.

Change color (optional) knit exactly to the little finger using stockinette stitch.
For us this part takes 40 rows.

5. Toe, part for fingers.
Change color (optional)
We knit exactly like the heel.

6. Front of the leg
Change color (optional)
We knit straight to the cuff using stockinette stitch. This is approximately 60 rows.

7. Front cuff
Change color (optional)
Rubber band 1 by 1 for 4 rows and close off the loops.

Attention. All calculations are approximate. They depend on the size of the leg, the thickness of the yarn, the number of knitting needles and the individual handwriting of the knitter. In each specific case, adjust to your data.

Do not sew the sock until you have knitted the second one. This will make it easier to navigate.

Hand-knitted items are always in fashion. They are very durable to wear, and the quality is significantly superior to store-bought ones. Even an inexperienced needlewoman can easily understand how to learn how to knit simple things that are accessible to beginners.

Step-by-step instructions for knitting scarves, socks, and booties for newborns on 2 knitting needles will help you learn new skills and add useful needlework techniques to your creative treasury.

Types of yarn

Depending on the raw material, knitting yarn can be natural or artificial. In the production of natural yarn, animal wool or plant fibers are used - viscose, wool, silk, linen.

Artificial yarn is made from synthetic threads - acetate, polyester, polyvinyl chloride, polyamide, acrylic. In addition, there are various types of blended yarns, using both natural and artificial raw materials.

The most popular wool yarn:

• Regular wool– it is spun from sheep’s wool; this yarn is considered the cheapest and most accessible of all natural types. It is coarser than other types of yarn, but at the same time lends itself well to dyeing, including natural dyes. The price is always affordable.
• Alpaca- This is llama alpaca wool, which is bred in the mountains of South America. Alpaca has only 22 natural shades from white to black and is not usually dyed. It is very warm, soft and very expensive.
• Angora– the fur of the Angora rabbit is soft, fluffy, shiny, and lends itself well to dyeing in a variety of colors. When knitting and wearing, you need to take into account that short angora fibers can “crawl out” from the threads. Therefore, if handled incorrectly, the angora quickly loses its edge. This is a very expensive type of wool.
• Mohair– wool of Angora goats. These are long-haired animals with a very beautiful wavy coat. Mohair is a very light, fluffy and unusually warm material for knitting. Mohair fibers are very slippery and long; artificial thread or cotton thread is usually used to secure them. Therefore, mohair is never 100%.

Summer knitting yarn consists of plant fibers. The cheapest and most common is cotton. It is hygroscopic, lightweight, and lends itself well to coloring. Linen is a smooth, even yarn with a characteristic shine, more elastic and heavier than cotton.

In the production of silk yarn, defective silk cocoons, tangled and short fibers are used. After appropriate processing, silk yarn acquires a magnificent appearance, the threads are shiny, even, very tensile and elastic.

There is no pure silk yarn; cotton is usually used as the basis for spinning threads. Products made from silk yarn are easy to wash and do not wrinkle.

Artificial yarn is extremely diverse both in its quality and appearance. Particularly attractive are synthetic threads with various fancy additions - bumps, thickenings, painted in different colors, boucle, long fluffy threads, shiny lurex.

In general, yarn can be twisted from several threads, or it can consist of one. In some types of yarn, the fibers can be laid very tightly and tightly twisted. In others, on the contrary, the thread is lighter and looser. Yarn varies in thickness and length of pile.

Spoke sizes

The sizes of the spokes are determined by their diameter. There are standard spoke numbers from 1 to 10, which correspond to their thickness from 1 mm to 10 mm.

You can determine the size of the knitting needles yourself using improvised means. If you attach a knitting needle to a centimeter ruler, you can measure its diameter by eye and determine the corresponding number.

For knitting thin, smooth yarn, small-diameter knitting needles are chosen. For fluffy yarn such as mohair, use at least number 5 knitting needles.

It all depends on what task the knitter sets for herself. If you plan to create a product with a dense knitting, then even for a thick thread you can take knitting needles one size smaller. When knitting an openwork, loose pattern, thicker knitting needles are used.

Determining which number of knitting needles will suit the selected yarn is easy. The thickness of the thread for normal knitting density should be at least twice as thin as the knitting needle.

Knitting for beginners on 2 needles

How to learn to knit - clear step-by-step instructions for beginners. You first need to master this type of needlework on 2 knitting needles. You should choose medium-sized knitting needles and a smooth thread of appropriate thickness.

Before you start creating a product, you need to master basic knitting techniques. Therefore, first of all, you need to try to knit a sample measuring 10 by 10 centimeters.

This way it will be clear what density the knitted fabric is, how smoothly the loops lie.

Set of loops

The thread should be placed on the left hand, stretched between the index and thumb. Hold it carefully with three others.

The knitting needles need to be folded together, and then insert their ends under the thread from the side of the palm and slightly pull it towards you. The result will be a loop on the thumb. Now you need to insert the ends of both knitting needles inside the resulting loop. Then pick up the thread from your index finger and pull it through.

Release your thumb and tighten the knot formed on the knitting needles. When casting on at the beginning of a row, there are always two loops on the knitting needles at once.

So, repeating these steps, cast on the required number of loops, as indicated in the diagram or by measuring the width of the future product using a centimeter ruler. Upon completion of the set, one needle is carefully pulled out. All resulting loops remain on the left knitting needle. Now you can knit the first row.

Face loop

The free knitting needle that is in your right hand must be inserted into the loop from the front. Hook the thread and pull it onto the right needle. This knitting technique is called classic.

Another technique is to insert the needle into the loop from the back. It's called "grandmother's face." When knitting with knit stitches, you need to make sure that they do not twist in the fabric.

Purl loop

The thread is placed on top of the left knitting needle. Then you need to insert an empty knitting needle under it and push it into the loop. Then pull out the thread, which lies in a new loop on the knitting needle, which is in your right hand.

Yarn over

You just need to throw the thread onto the right knitting needle without knitting. In the next row, the yarn over is knitted as a regular knit or purl yarnover, depending on the pattern or design.

Yarn overs always increase the number of stitches on the needle. Therefore, the knitting fabric becomes wider.

How to complete the product?

They complete the work with a special non-blooming row. The first loop is removed onto a free knitting needle. The second one is simply passed through it, without tying. The entire canvas is processed in the same way. When the last loop is on the knitting needle, the thread must be cut with scissors and pulled through it, tightening the knot.

English gum

English elastic is more elastic than regular elastic, so it is used in products that require greater elasticity.

First, you should knit two rows with a regular elastic band, alternating two purl and one front loops along the front side of the product.

1. In the first row, all the purl stitches are knitted according to the pattern, and the knit stitches are simply removed onto the right needle unknitted. In this case, the working thread is left, without tightening too much, behind the front loop.
2. The second row is knitted according to the pattern, all knit stitches are knitted, and purl stitches are purled.

Openwork technique

Openwork knitting is always done according to a special pattern. Its peculiarity is that there are small holes in the knitted fabric.

You can make such a hole using a yarn over. At the same time, so that the number of loops on the knitting needles does not increase, the next or previous (before the yarn over) two loops are knitted together with a front or back loop, according to the pattern.

The next row is knitted according to the pattern, including the yarn over; it acts as an independent loop. A hole in the fabric appears where the yarn over was made. It can be done anywhere on the row, regardless of where two stitches are knitted together.

It is imperative to ensure that the number of loops in a row does not increase due to yarn overs.

If you need to make a large hole, then make a double yarn over, wrapping the thread around the right knitting needle twice. In the next row, one turn is knitted around the needle, and the second is simply discarded.

Circuit designations

Patterns are always read from the bottom, the bottom row is knitted first. The designation of even rows goes from right to left, and odd rows on the contrary, from left to right. In some patterns there are no odd rows or purl rows. Because they are knitted according to the pattern.

In one pattern, only one repeat can be presented to create a pattern. This means that it needs to be done several times either along the height of the product or across the width. As a rule, the explanation of the icons is indicated next to the diagram of the picture.

If no explanation is provided:

• An empty square means no loop.
• Facial - indicated by a small vertical line.
• Purl - horizontal line.
• Yarn over - usually represented in the diagram by a circle.
• The triangle directed to the right side is two loops knitted in front.
• Triangle directed to the left side - two knit stitches at the back.
• An oblique line passing through several empty squares at once indicates that it is necessary to cross the loops among themselves. The number of loops is the number of squares. The top end of the line indicates the direction of the crossing.

Beginner knitters should avoid using fancy yarn and mohair, as they easily tangle when knitting. To learn how to knit an even fabric, you will have to unravel the knitted section of the product several times and do it again.

This is the only way to develop the necessary skills. It is almost impossible to safely unravel a fabric with tangled mohair fibers.

You should also avoid yarn that consists of several twisted threads. Because it is not always possible to pull out the loop correctly while keeping all the thin threads on the knitting needle.

The result is a tangle that will also be very difficult to dissolve, and it will also look ugly in the product.

You cannot take on a complex drawing or large work. You need to start your creative journey as a knitter with small and very easy-to-make things.

The most suitable option for a person who is just mastering knitting needles is to knit the simplest scarf.

In the process of making it, all the necessary skills will be developed, your fingers will get used to holding the knitting needles correctly, the loops will begin to turn out smooth and neat. The speed will gradually increase.

How to knit a children's scarf

This is the simplest project, a completely inexperienced knitter can handle it. To knit a scarf, it is better to take smooth yarn of medium thickness and select the appropriate knitting needles for it. The width of the scarf should not be too large, 10 cm is enough. Length is optional.

The number of loops cast on depends on the thickness of the thread. You can knit a children's scarf using garter stitch. All rows, both from the front and from the back, are knitted with facial loops.

You can decorate the ends of scarves with fringes. To do this, cut the threads 10 cm long and pull each one through the loop in the outer row. Fold the thread in half and tie it in a knot.

Classic men's scarf

It’s clear how to knit a men’s scarf for beginners. The basis is the previous step-by-step instructions for knitting a children's scarf on 2 knitting needles. You just need to increase its length and width. A classic men's scarf should be at least a meter long.

A scarf is a double-sided product, which means that the design on both the front and back sides should look the same. Therefore, it is best to knit it in garter stitch. The elastic band also looks good. It is performed by alternating two knit stitches and two purl stitches in an even row, and in an odd row it is knitted according to the pattern.

You can also decorate the ends of a man's scarf with fringe.

Snood scarf for beginners

The snood scarf is made both on two separate knitting needles and on circular knitting needles.

You need to knit a rectangle on two separate knitting needles, 50 cm high and a length equal to the circumference of your head or a little more. Then sew its side parts together.

It is most convenient to knit such a product on circular knitting needles. Before knitting the second row, you need to pull out the plastic wire between the loops in the middle. Then close the circle by knitting the last stitch of the first row.

In this case, the entire snood scarf is knitted on the front side, which should be taken into account when creating the pattern.

Knitting socks for beginners

How to knit for beginners step by step on 2 knitting needles - the simplest and most accessible technology. Work begins with 22 stitches to knit the cuff for the back half of the sock. A 1x1 elastic band with a width of 4 cm is knitted. Next, the work is done in stockinette stitch to the same height.

Begin to form the heel, decreasing 2 stitches in each row. In this case, two loops are knitted together in front of the edge loops with an inward slope. After 12 loops remain on the knitting needles, begin to expand the fabric.

Loops are added in each row by 2. New loops are knitted through the edge loops in the previous row. The result should be 22 loops on the knitting needles. The heel is ready, it's time to start making the sole.

How to knit for beginners step by step on 2 knitting needles a simple sock

The length of the sole depends on the size of the foot. For leg size 37 you need to knit 8 cm in stockinette stitch. Next, knit the sock. This stage of work is very similar to the previous one, when the heel was formed. You need to decrease the fabric until there are 12 loops left, and then the expansion begins again.

Now you need to make the top half of the sock. The length of this part is equal to the length of the sole.

The peculiarity is to pick up with knitting needles and knit the edge loops of the sole so that they do not need to be sewn.

Slippers for beginners

How to knit slippers for beginners using the easiest pattern. This step-by-step master class allows you to make slippers on 2 knitting needles very quickly, in a couple of hours.

The pattern for the slipper is a rectangle, one of the corners of which is cut out so that the slipper does not look like a gnome's shoe with a pointed toe. The slippers are sewn together along the sole.

For size thirty-seven, you need to cast on the knitting needles such a number of loops that it will correspond to 44 cm. Next, the fabric is knitted in stocking stitch with a height of 7 cm.

After that, a number of loops corresponding to 3 cm are closed on one edge. This is where the toe of the slipper will be. After which another three centimeters in height is knitted. The blank for the slipper is ready.

Now it needs to be sewn correctly. First we make the sock - the cut out corner is folded in half and stitched.

Accordingly, the triangular part of the finished canvas is bent. We align it along the bottom edge of the side of the rectangle where the tip of the sock was sewn.

From the opposite end, where the heel will be located, towards the toe we bend 17 cm of knitted fabric. The entire slipper is sewn together along the sole with one seam. There remains one more small seam that connects the bow and side.

Turn the slippers right side out. You can put a braid along the edge and the bias seam on the front or beautifully crochet it.

We knit footwear step by step

When knitting leotards, you need to adhere to the following steps:

Poncho for beginners

How to knit a poncho for beginners with knitting needles, because this product is voluminous. The step-by-step principle of making it on 2 knitting needles is very simple.

You need to knit two large rectangles, each measuring 40x80 cm. You can choose any thickness of yarn and knitting needles, any pattern. Even a simple stockinette stitch is suitable for inexperienced craftswomen.

The main secret is in stitching the two resulting canvases. Each one needs to be folded in half. The shoulders will be in the fold area. Then attach the narrow side of one rectangle to the wide side of the other so that you get a nice angle at the bottom of the poncho, and sew a seam.

We do the same on the other side.

Now you can work on the neckline by casting on loops along the edge. A collar with a large lapel, like a sweater, knitted in the round, would be perfect for this poncho.

Knitted booties for newborns

These booties are designed for a baby's foot length of 8 cm. They are made in garter stitch using needles number 3.

Knitting starts from the part that is above the ankle and wraps around the shin. Then the toe is knitted, after which the middle part is knitted, connecting the sole and the top, then the sole itself and the back of the booties.

Progress:

1. Cast on 27 loops and knit 12 rows. The last edge in each row is made purl.
2. The next step is to make holes for the lace. The next 2 rows are knitted in stockinette stitch. Fifteenth row: 2 together, 1 yarn over, at the end of the row - 1 front and edge. The sixteenth row goes all purl.
3. We knit a sock, divide the fabric into 3 parts of 9 loops. Knit 17 stitches. The eighteenth loop is made purl, after which the product must be turned over. And now only the middle part of 9 loops is knitted separately for 16 rows.
4. Let's move on to the side part, here you need to lift the loops from the sock fabric. First of all, we do this on the left side. Therefore, we knit the row to the end, and insert the left knitting needle into the edge of the previous row, pull out the thread and purl it. Then we cast on 7 more loops in this way until the end of the fabric. Next comes the left side of the canvas, which is done with knit stitches. We turn the product inside out and do everything according to the drawing. Now we cast on 8 loops with knit stitches along the right edge. After which the remaining loops on the knitting needle are knitted according to the pattern. There are 43 stitches left, which are then knitted in garter stitch for 12 rows.
5. We make the sole. In this case, only the middle part of 9 loops is knitted with the sides gradually attached. First, knit 25 stitches. Then the 26th loop with the 27th is performed together with the front one. We turn the product over, knit 8, the 9th goes with the 10th and purl together. The work is turned on the face, and the sole is knitted further using the same technique. The loops that are knitted together follow the pattern. At the end of the sole, 9 loops remain.
6. Then the backdrop is knitted. The edge loops of the remaining parts are connected. After the first row of the backdrop, slip the last stitch onto the knitting needle, which is in your right hand. Then we pick up an additional stitch from the edge stitch, slip the last stitch from the right needle to the left one and knit them together. We turn the product, purl the row to the end. We remove the last unknitted loop onto the right knitting needle, insert the left knitting needle under the edge of the side part. Then drop a loose loop from the right knitting needle to the left one, and purl 2 stitches together. We continue to do this until we come to the place where we need to make holes for the lace. In the next front row, we alternate yarn overs and knit 2 together, while simultaneously lifting the loops on the side parts of the product. Next, we knit according to the pattern until the end of the product, until all the sides are attached to the back of the booties. We close the loops.

This step-by-step pattern for knitting booties on 2 knitting needles for beginners, as experience shows, is universal. On its basis, you can knit booties of different models, adding new details. You just have to show your creative imagination.

You can decorate hand-knitted items using embroidery with multi-colored woolen threads, beads, and braid. Some craftswomen use natural materials - buttons made from pieces of wood, stoppers for ties made from walnut shells, leather straps. Bold imagination allows even inexperienced needlewomen to create impressive, exclusive items.

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