Border with shell pattern with crochet extension. How to crochet the edges of the product beautifully? step from left to right

Crocheting is such a vast art that even tying the edges of a variety of products allows you to choose from many possible options. Moreover, such a detail as a crocheted border can give a simple thing, like the most ordinary dress or blouse, an elegant sophisticated look, or, conversely, turn into a ridiculous-looking product that you don’t want to wear, even if it turns out to be the only one in the wardrobe. Therefore, it is so important to learn how to combine crochet styles and successfully apply them in the details that play their role in shaping the style - the edges of the crochet product.

Tablecloths, handkerchiefs, napkins, towels, curtains, sleeves and the neck of any component of the wardrobe will look completely new if you choose the right pattern for crocheting the edge. By the way, this technique is also used if there is a need to “hide” the craftswoman’s mistakes, which can be easily seen with the naked eye on the edges of the products. And also finishing the edge with different knitted patterns that can give a second life to any old little thing that you don’t want to part with at all.

Crocheting the edge of the product - diagrams and description

Choosing the right pattern on the border is already half the battle. This issue has its own subtleties that are important to consider when choosing a pattern for the edge of the product:

• narrow border (up to 1.5 cm) - suitable for light knitted items with openwork motifs, and also ideal for children's clothing;
• Border that passes into the collar (5-8 cm or 15-20 cm) - goes with most knitwear.
• Wide trim pattern (1.5 - 4.5 cm) - looks good on products made of yarn of medium thickness, namely, on the edges of the sleeves and the neck of jumpers and pullovers.

A beautiful pattern along the edge can be knitted directly when creating the whole thing - then you don’t have to suffer by fitting the openwork ribbon to the product, but you can sew on the finished border by tying it in advance. Here the choice is quite simple.

But the options for patterns for tying the edges provide much more space. So, what are the possible options for finishing and decorating the edge of a knitted product with a hook do needlewomen have?

• crayfish step

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The most favorite crocheting option among beginner knitters is the crochet step, consisting of single crochets that are knitted from left to right: starting to the right of the working loop. This pattern allows you to maintain the original shape of the canvas, preventing the edge from stretching. This method of tying the edges also has its own varieties.

step from left to right

The hook is inserted into the first loop on the right and a single crochet is knitted. Insert the hook into the next loop on the right and knit a single crochet again. And so on to the end of the row.

step from right to left

This option of tying the edges is considered more complex, but also more familiar. With the working loop on the hook, insert the hook into the loop on the left and grab the working thread. Pull up the thread and with both loops on the hook, turn the nose of the hook counterclockwise (see diagram above). After twisting the loops on the hook, yarn over and pull it through both loops on the hook. With one working loop on the hook, insert the hook into the loop on the left (moving away from you) and grab the working thread. Pull out the loop. After twisting the loops on the hook again, yarn over and pull it through both loops on the hook. Continue in the same way. The resulting rad should look something like this.

• Pico

Crochet pico crochet patterns.

Pico tying consists in chains closed in a circle of several air loops - from three or more. These loops are ideal for tying cuffs and sleeves.

A row of pico is performed on the front side of the product. Chain 1, skip first single crochet, work 1 single crochet into next single crochet. Work a chain of 4 stitches, then single crochet into the first stitch of this chain to make a picot. Work 1 single crochet into each of the next 2 single crochets. Continue knitting picot and 2 single crochets around the edge of the product in the same way. There are also several other options for knitting pico (see diagram above).

• Arched harness or Shell

The pattern is obtained by knitting loops of different heights with the highest loop in the center. The shell can be done in a row, knitted with single crochet, half crochet and double crochet. The binding is performed on the front side of the product. Chain 1, single crochet 1 into the next stitch. Skip 1 st, work 1 half double crochet, 3 double crochets and 1 half double crochet - all in the next loop. Skip 1 st and single crochet 1 into the next st to secure the edge of the shell. Continue tying the edge of the product with shells in the same way.

• Border of decorative openwork patterns

Here, the form and all kinds of schemes are not limited by anything but the imagination and capabilities of the knitter. There are so many options for crocheting an openwork border, from the simplest to the incredibly complex. Often they are crocheted separately from the entire product and then sewn to the desired edges. Consider several schemes and how to use them on different things.

Neck strapping

Very often, needlewomen are looking for ways to crochet the neck of a sweater or sweater so as to hide the open cuts of the product, and at the same time, the thing has acquired a more interesting and special look. There are many ways to do this, you just have to choose from dozens of schemes the most appropriate strapping style. Consider a few examples of how to beautifully crochet a neck to improve the look of a knitted thing and not ignore the principle of completeness.

• Quick neck tying

This step-by-step design option is suitable for beginners and those needlewomen who do not have time to perform more complex neck processing. It turns out beautiful and simple.

A knitted product can be decorated with a neck made in a circle, or the ends of the neck can be joined with a seam.

We take the finished fabric and crochet from the wrong side of the working thread, pull the loop to the front side.

Thus, we collect several loops on the hook. Important: the loops must not be cast on loosely.

Then these loops are thrown onto the knitting needle, after which we continue to dial loops with the hook. We pull the loop with a hook, transfer it to the knitting needle, etc.

Loops are set. Now we knit the first row in such a way that there are front loops from the inside, and purl loops in the front row. If we knit the neck in a circle - we knit the wrong loops. If with a seam - facial.

If you want to achieve a “factory effect” of connecting the collar with the product, we knit the first row with knitting needles as follows: on the wrong side of the product, the first row is knitted with facial loops (the loops will be purl on the front side), and then the first row on the front side looks like the collar is pinned needle.

According to the first knitting option of the first row, the following result is obtained:

Then we knit the neck of the desired length. If this is a loop lapel, close it with knitting needles or crochet, if desired. If it is a stand-up collar, it is better to close the loops with a needle.

• Nice neck finish

This is also a simple crochet option for a beautiful edge, in which the most difficult and important thing is to correctly calculate the rapport of the pattern.

The height of the rapport is the width of the bar. The width of the rapport is the number of loops by which the number of loops of the entire length of the neck is divided without a remainder. For example: plank height 16 rows. 16/2=8. Rapport cannot be less than 8 loops. On 8 loops we will have an openwork decker.

In this case, the neck is 180 loops. The rapport of 12 loops 180:12=15 was determined by the selection method. 15 repetitions of rapport.

It is better to have 2 additional loops for stitching the strap. In my case, this is not the case, but the difference in the neck pattern on the shoulder line is not noticeable.

You need to knit according to the following scheme, in which only odd rows are indicated:

• floral pattern

The pattern for tying is a bush of a chain in three air loops and two double crochets. It is knitted from one point - the base of the chain. The bushes are fixed with a half-column at a certain distance from each other (for example, in two loops of the fixing row of the neck). At the beginning of the row, make one air loop for lifting. Follow the pattern.

Nice sleeve finish

Often, the sleeves are crocheted in the same pattern as the neckline - in this way, the thing is designed in the same style, which means it looks harmonious. Let's try to knit a few simple patterns.

• Sleeve scallops

First of all, dial a chain of 5 air loops.

Insert the hook under the cast on chain, grab the working thread and pull up the loop.

Grab the working thread again and knit the elongated loop. This is how the first single crochet was obtained, knitted from under the chain, and 2 loops remained on the hook.

Knit the elongated loop, another loop will be added to the hook.

When there are 11 loops on the hook, grab the working thread and knit through all the loops from the hook.

Now secure the scallop by single crochet, stepping back 3 loops from the beginning of the scallop. Scallop to end of row following step by step photo.

It is necessary to work according to the following scheme:

• Large lace border

At the beginning of the row, knit an air loop. Insert the hook under the nearest braid of the edge to be tied. Knit a single crochet. Knit the air loop again.

Insert your hook into the front loop of the upper braid of the single crochet knitted earlier and then insert the hook into the left side loop of the same single crochet. Insert the hook under the nearest braid of the edge to be tied. Pull out the loop. Pick up the thread and knit a single crochet. You need to repeat from 4 to 8 points. The result is such a binding of the edge, which, due to its elasticity, will not tighten the bottom of the product.

Product bottom

You can crochet the bottom of the product in a variety of ways, but we will consider one of the easiest options, and a more complex and beautiful tying method, suitable not only for knitted items, but also for towels, tablecloths and other material products.

• Binding the bottom of the Pico item

Along the edge of the product, start knitting with two single crochets.
Next, chain 3 stitches and guide the hook into the base of the single crochet as shown in the photo. Then double crochet again and 3 chain stitches after them.

• floral border

A row with a floral motif is knitted as follows: ch 3. lifting, 3 CCH in the first arch from the vp, 1 CCH in the next arch. We begin to knit a flower: ch 3, 3 unfinished dc on one loop of the base, knit all loops on the hook = 1st petal. Ch 4, remove the hook from knitting, insert into the upper part of the connected group of columns from right to left, grab the last loop of the chain and pull it through all the loops = ringlet.

Next petal: *ch3, dc 2 in ring, ch3, sc in ring* (= 2nd petal), repeat from * to * 2 more times. Last petal: ch 3, 3 unfinished dc, work through all loops on the hook (= 5th petal). The flower is ready.

3 CCH through one arch of the previous row, 1 CCH into the next arch, and we begin to knit the next flower.

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Decorating the edges of knitted products with a crochet is not an easy task, because first you need to pick up a beautiful pattern, then knit it correctly and without unnecessary broaches, and then sew it on so that it looks perfect, and most importantly, in its place. It may be difficult for beginner craftswomen to cope with this task at first, but do not despair. You can always "peep" the secrets of this craft from more experienced craftswomen.

Crochet the edge of the product video:

Crocheting the edge of the product is, although the last, but a very important stage in working on the thing. Sloppy tying can ruin an otherwise flawless work, and vice versa, a beautifully tied edge can become the highlight of a banal creation.

Crocheting the edge of a product can be performed to solve various problems:

1. Giving a finished look to things connected not only with a hook, but also with knitting needles, or on a typewriter.

2. Preventing the twisting of knitted fabric, ensuring the rigidity of the edge and preventing its deformation.

3. Updates of obsolete or annoying things.

Popular and practical ways to tie products

When you crochet things, you will probably come across the term "crawl step". This pattern is most often used for edging products because it looks spectacular and does not allow the edge to stretch. But they can also cover up an ugly seam or add texture to overhead decorative elements.

How to tie the edge of the product with a crochet pattern? Insert your hook into the first stitch on the right and work single crochet, but not as usual, but in the direction from left to right (see picture below). Therefore, this pattern has such a fancy name.

Tying with a simple single crochet will look spectacular if you take a contrasting yarn. It is perfect for functional items, such as potholders, where the strength of the product is important. This pattern is performed simply: a hook is inserted into each edge loop and a column is knitted. At the corners, 3 columns should be made in one loop so that they do not pull together and do not wrap inward.

A simple option for decorative crochet edges

Of course, these are air loop arches, the easiest of all possible ways to crochet the edge of a product, and at the same time very gentle and attractive. The binding with arches of round napkins looks especially impressive.

The pattern is done as follows: on the base loop we make a single crochet, knit the desired number of air loops (3-10), skip a few loops of the base (2-3 less than air ones), then we knit a single crochet. And so we continue to knit further.

In order for the arches to lay down beautifully, they cannot be strongly stretched over the edge, or vice versa, strongly compressed. They should form a smooth semicircle.

Patterns for processing the border

A modest and compact crocheting of the edge of the product using the Pico pattern is often appropriate.

Pico is a chain of 3-7 air loops closed in a circle. It knits like this: after two single crochets, we make 3-7 air loops, insert the hook into the base of the single crochet and close the loop. Pico can be of different sizes and frequencies, which allows you to play with the appearance of the border. Often beads are tied into it. The scheme is below.

The Shells hem pattern is good in its simplest design and in more intricate versions that include different combinations of subsequent rows of shells or combinations with other knitting techniques (see diagram below).

Crocheting the edge of the product with a “Shell” pattern is done according to this principle: several double crochets are made in one loop. It turns out a beautiful rounded shape. Before and after the shell, we skip such a number of loops that the number of loops added by the columns is equal to the number of loops missed. For example, if there are five double crochets in the shell, then we skip two air loops to the left and right of it. Then the knitted fabric is even and neat. For taller shells, columns can be made with two crochets. Sometimes, for the convenience of making subsequent rows of the pattern, an air loop is added in the middle of the shell.

The Lush Columns pattern looks intricate, but is simple and quick. It looks better on thick yarn, keep in mind that the thread consumption will be large. The pattern is performed as follows: we make a rise from the air loops, yarn over, insert the hook into the wall of the base loop and pull out a long loop. Without knitting it, we repeat the yarn over and a long loop, achieving the desired splendor of the column. Then we make a crochet and we knit all the loops of one.

Multi-row openwork borders

You can radically transform the appearance of a thing if you intricately crochet the edge of the product. Schemes of such patterns will require certain knowledge and skills from the needlewoman, but most often at first glance they look more complicated than they really are. Combinations of simple elements allow you to create a variety of borders. For example:

If you are going to ennoble the look of towels or kitchen napkins, you can knit the border separately, and only then sew or tie it to the edge. So, if the towel loses its attractive appearance, you can replace the lace with a new one.

How to crochet the edge of the product neatly and beautifully

Before getting down to work, you need to knit a small sample of the border separately - to see how a particular pattern looks, where it can pull the fabric together or, conversely, lie wavy.

Consider the dimensions of the binding surfaces - for example, if you are working with a rectangle, select a pattern with so many loops in rapport that the pattern is complete on both the short and long sides.

It is better to tie the product with a thinner thread than the warp. Such an edge will look neater and lighter.

Crocheting the edge of the product using beads, sequins, beads gives the item elegance.

Thin napkins and handkerchiefs are bound with a thin thread using a small hook. The edges of the product are tucked, pierced with a crochet and a row-base is made. This is followed by a series of single crochets, and then work begins on the selected pattern.

Fantasy yarn - how to make a simple thing original

A variety of fantasy yarns have appeared in specialized stores, from a glance at which the hands of the craftswomen reach for the coveted hank. Still, because the thread can be multi-colored, shiny, combine different textures, include ribbons, accessories and even pieces of fur. But how to crochet the edge of the product with fancy yarn in order to prevent bad taste? Choose plain products of simple shapes to pair with such a thread. It can decorate the neck, sleeves and hem of clothes, the valves of handbags, the ends of scarves and the cuffs of gloves. For throws, decorative pillows, chair seat covers and napkins, some types of yarn also work just fine.

Many needlewomen master the art of crocheting a border. Believe me, this will be very useful to you in everyday life. With the help of a border, you can decorate napkins and towels, process the edge of clothes, decorate interior items, curtains and much more. There are many different ways to knit a border. If you are just learning crochet skills, then choose the simplest patterns, subsequently complicating the task. In our article we will talk about how to crochet a border. Schemes and a description of the knitting process will help you create real masterpieces.

What are the types of borders?

The crocheted border, first of all, differs in width. In addition, the border can be made in an openwork style or with strict adherence to lines. Experienced needlewomen distinguish the following types of borders:

Crochet lace border: diagrams and description

If you want to knit an openwork border for finishing towels, napkins or a towel, then a zigzag pattern is quite suitable. Even a beginner can do this openwork pattern. The main advantage of knitting such a border is that the product is knitted in length, that is, you do not need to calculate the number of loops in advance. You can try on the border to the finished product in the knitting process.

Necessary materials:

• threads (iris, cotton or synthetic with lurex);
• hook;
• needle.

Step by step description of the process:

Crochet wide border: diagrams and description

A wide border can be used to trim children's clothing or women's skirts. Depending on the chosen yarn, such a border can be a wonderful decoration for home textiles.

Necessary materials:

• yarn;
• hook;
• needle.

Step by step description of the process:

Crocheting the edge: patterns

To lengthen a child's thing, sometimes you need to crochet the edge. Very often, needlewomen tie the edges of their knitted sweaters, vests, so that they do not wrap up and constantly keep their shape. Let's see how to do it. Basically, for tying the product, the “Shell” border is chosen.

Necessary materials:

• yarn;
• hook.

Step by step description of the process:

Knitwear is always in fashion, especially handmade ones. If you want to make your clothes or home textiles original, then tie them with an openwork or wide border. There is nothing difficult in this. You will see, you are sure to give many things a second life.

To give the newly knitted thing a complete look, you need to carefully tie its edge. At the same time, the knitted fabric will stop twisting, since its edges will become rigid, the old thing will take on a completely new look. This fairly simple job can be done in a variety of ways.

We bring to your attention video tutorials that tell you how to properly tie the edges of knitted products in various ways. It is not difficult to master them, and soon you will be able to give your work the beautiful look that they get after tying.

Very simple edge binding, quite understandable for beginners. The first row is knitted with single crochets, a French mesh is formed in the second and third rows, and fans are arranged on the fourth row, consisting of eight double crochets. This row is the most beautiful. The result is a border with a pattern composed of semicircular elements, the basis of which are connected fans.

For any fabric, it is enough to knit the first initial row, and then you can form a pattern. It makes a good edging for the collars of robes. It is simply sewn to the base material.

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The edge tied in this way becomes even and dense, resembling a pigtail. This method is used to tie armholes and necklines, the edges of the sides of knitted clothing, created with knitting needles or crocheted. This seam strengthens the edges of pockets and scarves. The method got its name because it is not formed in the usual direction from right to left, but vice versa, as if moving backwards.

You can use the same thread for tying with which the thing itself was knitted, but this thread can also be taken in a different color: the colored edging looks neat on any knitted thing, decorating its overall design with an unexpected frame.

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This beautiful finish consists of small pom-poms, each of which is attached to the edge of the material with two posts. It turns out a zigzag pattern, where a neat pompom is located at the top of each zigzag. The pattern looks very nice and smart. It can be used to decorate large items such as knitted blankets, shawls or pillows.

The use of "pompoms" creates a design that complements and highlights the knitted pattern that was used on the base piece. For all the apparent complexity of the pattern, it is created very simply and quite accessible even for beginners.

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This method of tying the edge of knitted items is extremely simple, but looks spectacular. Of the four columns without a crochet, a small bead is formed, dense and neat. A number of such beads, located close to each other, can decorate tightly knitted products, but they can also be suitable for patterned blankets or shawls.

Strapping is not necessarily done along a straight edge, you can also tie curved surfaces, and even wavy edges. The resulting volumetric edge trim looks very nice if it is made in a different color, contrasting with the color of the main knitting thread.

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If there is a desire not only to strengthen the edges of a knitted item with a strapping, but to decorate them with an interesting pattern, try this knitting option. Their interlacing is formed with simple columns, and a pattern is obtained with arches and openings, repeated in two tiers.

For all the complexity of the pattern, getting it is quite simple - you just need not to get confused in the alternation of loops and in the arrangement of repeating columns. The pattern can be based on a completely arbitrary type of knitted loops, you can turn over any knitted thing with it, regardless of whether it was crocheted or knitted. It will still turn out beautiful.

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Five columns with one crochet, knitted in the same loop, form a small neat shell in which the loops make up the edge, and the columns form fan-shaped waves, as in a real shell. This is a simple and fun way to crochet the edge of a product, giving the edge of any knitted item an interesting look.

It is especially impressive if the shells are knitted from a thread of a different color than the main product, the resulting contrasting pattern perfectly frames any knitting. Even if the product is obtained by the simplest knitting method, its edging in a similar way gives it an interesting unusual look.

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It is proposed to tie the edge with a crochet hook for napkins or handkerchiefs in several versions. Napkins can be any, linen or silk, depending on the thickness of the fabric and the thickness of the thread used for edging. It is quite possible to use bobbin thread number 20-30 to match the tone of the napkin or in a contrasting color.

The handkerchief is cut out of the fabric strictly in the direction of the threads. One centimeter from each edge, one thread is pulled out, and for the resulting grooves we begin to make the strapping. A chain of loops is created along the edge of the napkin, which become the basis of the pattern created from the threads.

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Periodically turning the knitting over and using the instructions for creating the pattern, we get a fairly thick cord along the edge of the knitted item, resembling a caterpillar in appearance. A method of knitting such a pattern is also proposed without turning over the entire work, with intercepting the hook, which is convenient if an overall shawl or bedspread is knitted, which are inconvenient to turn over.

It tells in detail how to get a "caterpillar" on indirect, rounded knit edges, both convex and concave. In this way, sleeves, collars, the lower edge of the product and even the edges of caps are tied. It turns out a very decorative pattern.

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A small pattern is knitted from half-columns, fixed on every third loop of the row, and two loops are skipped. The result is a border of repeating small semicircles, following one after another. This border can also be knitted in a circle, detailed instructions are also given for this.

A large border will not come in handy for every thing, but still I want to somehow improve the appearance. In this case, a small border turns out to be ideal, which can be knitted from the same thread as the thing itself, or from yarn in a contrasting color. It is quite possible to decorate even a patterned knitted thing with such a border.

Video lesson:

We offer a master class on knitting borders. In every third loop of the thing being tied, a set of columns is made, which forms small neat semicircles. It turns out a simple, but very nice edging with a pattern of small semicircles.

This pattern can edging both solid and patterned knits, organize the edges of plaids and shawls, sweaters and cardigans. He will add grace and airiness to any pattern of the main fabric, in perfect harmony with any base knitting pattern. The border has a wave width of three loops, is not too conspicuous and serves as a modest decoration.

Video lesson:

Many needlewomen master the art of crocheting a border. Believe me, this will be very useful to you in everyday life. With the help of a border, you can decorate napkins and towels, process the edge of clothes, decorate interior items, curtains and much more. There are many different ways to knit a border. If you are just learning crochet skills, then choose the simplest patterns, subsequently complicating the task. In our article we will talk about how to crochet a border. Schemes and a description of the knitting process will help you create real masterpieces.

The crocheted border, first of all, differs in width. In addition, the border can be made in an openwork style or with strict adherence to lines. Experienced needlewomen distinguish the following types of borders:

If you want to knit an openwork border for finishing towels, napkins or a towel, then a zigzag pattern is quite suitable. Even a beginner can do this openwork pattern. The main advantage of knitting such a border is that the product is knitted in length, that is, you do not need to calculate the number of loops in advance. You can try on the border to the finished product in the knitting process.

Necessary materials:

• threads (iris, cotton or synthetic with lurex);
• hook;
• needle.

Step by step description of the process:

We knit a wide border

A wide border can be used to trim children's clothing or women's skirts. Depending on the chosen yarn, such a border can be a wonderful decoration for home textiles.

Necessary materials:

• yarn;
• hook;
• needle.

Step by step description of the process:

Crocheting the edge: a master class with patterns

To lengthen a child's thing, sometimes you need to crochet the edge. Very often, needlewomen tie the edges of their knitted sweaters, vests, so that they do not wrap up and constantly keep their shape. Let's see how to do it. Basically, for tying the product, the “Shell” border is chosen.