Italian cast on stitch - description of knitting in different ways

Italian cast on stitch - description of knitting in different ways

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Among the main knitting techniques are:knitting needle cast-on stitch options. This is one of the ways to decorate, make more elastic or strengthen the edge of a product. There are many options for original design. One of the most popular is the Italian cast-on stitch. This method allows you to make an elastic and beautiful edge of a product, which is very similar to machine knitting. If you need to perfectly process a cuff or a placket, this is an excellent choice. Let's consider this topic in more detail in our article.






Ways to recruit

The Italian way of dialing loops can be performed:

  • With an additional thread;
  • Without its application.

There is no particular difference in the technique of the set, but forThe first option will need an additional thread. When it is required that the elastic band 1x1, 2x2 or double look neat and aesthetic, an Italian set of loops is used. It provides one more important characteristic - the resulting edge will be very elastic, will not pull the cuffs or the bottom of the product. Suitable for knitting on two spokes, as well as on circular knitting. In the second case, you need to carefully monitor what kind of loop you are knitting, front or back. With circular knitting there are no turns of the fabric. This must be taken into account. The method is also used when it is necessary to close the loops neatly.
Set without additional thread
This cast-on option is done with one needle.Its diameter can be a full size smaller than for the main knitting. This technique will ensure greater accuracy of the edge of the product. It is made with knitting needles according to the description, but taking into account some nuances:

  • The first loop (hereinafter referred to as the AP) is performed by the classical method;
  • The latter is tied with a facial.

The process takes place using a spoke and two strands that go from the thumb and index finger. In this case, depending on the variant of their crossing, either a front or a backplate is obtained.
Once they are cast on, knittingcontinue identically to the hollow (double) elastic. Two rows are performed, removing the purl ones with a yarn over (the main thing is to make sure that the thread remains in front of the work), and the front ones are knitted in the "granny" way (for the back wall).
The transition to knitting a regular 1x1 elastic band is verysimple. Continue knitting alternately one purl and one front P. To switch to a 2x2 pattern, you will need to perform some manipulations with the P. They are rearranged to get the desired pattern. A video tutorial can demonstrate the entire process more clearly.
Video: How to Cast on Stitches with an Elastic Edge

Option with additional thread
This method differs from the previous one by the presenceadditional thread, the shade of which may differ significantly. This does not matter, because after finishing the work, it can be pulled out (removed). Some craftswomen use an elastic thread. It is also either removed or left. In the second case, the end is pulled up and secured.
The first stitch is cast on with the main thread in the classical way.It is placed on the index finger. The auxiliary thread is placed on the thumb. The process of Italian cast-on continues as in the previous version, but using two colors. Having cast on the required number of sts, check that only sts of the main color are on the needle. The auxiliary thread should go under the needle, simultaneously wrapping around the cast-on sts. If it is easily removed at the end of the work, then the entire process of Italian cast-on with knitting needles is done correctly. Video to help knitters.
Video: Learning to cast on stitches with an extra thread

Original type of gum


Italian elastic looks great and fresh on knitted items. Some knitters also want to study this variety. It is made on the basis of two familiar patterns:

  • Ordinary gum, which is knitted using the 2x2 method;
  • Crossing P.

To perform the pattern begin with the third row. Before that, knitting the first two rows is performed as for the usual (2x2). Then, in the third, the inferior P. knit without change, and the facial crosses - first the second facial knit, and then the first one. Turn the canvas and on the purl (4th) row continue: two facial as usual, purl cross. The third and fourth rows are repeated to the desired height. The Italian rubber band looks very original both on children's things and on models for adults.
The Italian method will help you close the P. neatly.hollow elastic or 1x1 on the collar. In order to close the P. in the Italian way, you will need a needle and attention when connecting the P. It is good to watch a video on this topic.

Video: Close the loops in Italian

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