Crochet edging. Knitting borders: patterns and detailed instructions. step from left to right

From time immemorial, the border has been considered the knitting element that gives any product true tenderness and sophistication. With its help, any crocheted items are decorated - from garments to kitchen accessories (napkins, tablecloths, towels, curtains and much more). Moreover, not only finished knitted products are tied with a decorative border. Openwork lace, knitted along the free edge of the fabric, can breathe new life into an old, long-forgotten thing from a women's or children's wardrobe.

There are a lot of ways to knit a border. It is knitted along and across, in one layer and with layering, using fillet, openwork, ribbon techniques, as well as in the form of a border or fringe. Each option for knitting a border has its own subtleties, therefore, if the craftswoman has just begun to learn the basics of crocheting, we recommend choosing the simplest tying patterns, subsequently gradually complicating the tasks of knitting.

Today we will talk about how to crochet a border. We offer needlewomen large collection schemes and step by step instructions crochet edges knitted products- from simple "picot" to super-complex knitted "butterflies".

Text abbreviations:

VP - air. the loop;
Runway - air. lifting loop;
Art. s / n - double crochet;
Art. b / n - single crochet;
Art. s / 2n - a double crochet;
pet. - the loop;
chain - chain;
РН - working thread;
PR - previous row;
SS - connecting column.

The simplest border for beginners based on "pico"

With the help of such a border, you can tie whatever you want: knitted napkins or ordinary fabric handkerchiefs. The binding is absolutely simple to perform, consists of four rows, so even a newly-made knitter can master it.

Knitting progress:

We tie the canvas circular method next to b / n columns. SS.
Following. we knit 6 VPs in a row (1 runway + 5 VPs), 1 tbsp. b / n in the 5th st. b / n PR, then we knit with rapports to the end of the row: “5 VP, 1 tbsp. b / n in the 5th st. b / n PR ". SS.
We knit the third row in the same way, only the b / n column should fall on the central loop of the arch from 5 VP PR.
We tie the fourth row. repeating knitted combination: “1 tbsp. b / n in the central. pet. arches from VP PR + 3 VP + 2 tbsp. s / n to the center. pet. track. arches of 5 VP PR, above and between them - by pico (3 VP + 1 SS in the first VP), between pico - 3 VP each, we complete the rapport with three VP and art. b / n to the center. pet. track. arches from 5 VP PR. SS. Kaima is ready!

Narrow openwork border

The most beautiful airy border can decorate women's blouses and children's tops; in its frame, both a wide variety of clothing items and all kinds of knitted accessories look equally good.

Work steps:

The border is knitted in a transverse way, openwork motifs.
We collect a chain. out of 11 VPs (7 VPs + 3 VPs + 1 VP).
Row number 1: 1 tbsp. s / n in the 7th VP chain. from the hook, 2 VP, 2 tbsp. s / n in the 4th VP of the base from the hook, between the columns - flail. from 3 VP.
Row number 2: 5 runways, 3 tbsp. s / n to the center. pet. arches from 3 VP PR, 1 VP, 3 tbsp. s / n in the same pet. arches, 2 VP, 1 tbsp. s / n in the next. Art. s / n PR, 1 VP., 1 tbsp. s / n to the 3rd runway PR.
Further, we continue the work according to the knitting pattern until the border reaches the desired length. Semicircular motifs in the course of knitting are tied with art. b / n with pico.
Treat the finished border with a solution of starch and iron to give the perfect shape.

Border "hearts" in loin knitting technique

A border made using fillet technique is one of the most popular types of crochet straps. Towels, napkins and tablecloths are decorated with a sirloin border, in addition, with its help you can decorate kitchen curtains and other home interior elements in an original way.
The scalloped heart border can be a bright accent to many knitted and fabric gizmos, take, for example, kitchen curtains, in which you want to bring a little variety.

Fillet pattern scheme:

The process of knitting a sirloin border is incredibly simple and similar to embroidery technology. It must be remembered that each cell of the pattern consists of three loops, an empty one is knitted “1 tbsp. s / n + 2 VP ”, filled -“ 3 tbsp. s / n.

For the border "hearts" we collect a flail. on 55 VP + 3 runways, and knit with empty and filled loin cells according to the above pattern.

Complex openwork border

Openwork border - the leader among the methods of crocheting the free edges of the product. Patterns of openwork strapping are in high demand among craftswomen, so there are plenty of options for them: scallops, "pineapples", shells, floral motifs, etc.
The openwork border is narrow and wide. The latter is ideal for framing towels and tablecloths. We offer needlewomen to stop their attention on the most beautiful wide pattern openwork border perfect for sprucing up tablecloths.
The process of crocheting such a border is not easy, but the results of the work will be appreciated, see for yourself!

Knitting pattern:

Knitting order:

We knit the beginning and end of the border according to the scheme of the first motive, then alternately according to the schemes of the second and first motives until the border reaches the desired length.
The first motive: we start with a flail closed in a ring. for 5 VP.
Row number 1: 4 runways, 6 tbsp. with 2 / n in the next. 2 VP rings.
Row number 2: 4 runways, 1 tbsp. with 2 / n in the next. Art. with 2 / n PR, 2 tbsp. with 2 / n in the next. Art. s 2 / n PR, 3 VP, 2 unfinished. Art. with 2 / n with one vertex, in the first VP chain. out of 3 VPs, 3 are unfinished. Art. with 2/n with one vertex, in the next. Art. s 2 / n PR, 3 VP, 2 unfinished. Art. with 2 / n with one vertex, in the 1st VP chain. from 3 VP, 2 tbsp. with 2 / n in the next. Art. with 2 / n PR, 2 tbsp. with 2 / n in the next. Art. with 2 / n PR.
Rows No. 3-4: we knit according to the scheme of the first motive.

The second motive: we collect the chain. on 13 VPs (7 VPs, 4 runways, 2 VPs).
Row number 1: 4 runway, 1 SS between the fourth and third row of the first motive, 2 VP, 8 st. from 2 / n to the ninth VP chain., 3 VP, 1 SS between the fourth and third row of the first motive on the opposite side of the chain.
Rows No. 2-4: knit according to the scheme.
Warp: knit straight and back according to the warp knitting pattern (rows No. 1-8).
Strapping: we tie the border in a circular way according to the strapping pattern. Ready!

Dense border "funny hearts"

A bright decoration made of contrasting threads will appeal not only to adults, but also to children. With the help of such a border, you can decorate the shelves for toys in the children's bedroom, as well as decorate clothes and accessories.

Knitting pattern:

Knitting steps:

We knit seven hearts from 5 VPs with pink yarn, close them in a circle with one SS. We knit according to scheme A two circular rows.
Then we make a chain with light green yarn. 120 VP + 1 runway and knit next. way:
Rows No. 1-2: Art. b / n;
Row number 3: 6 tbsp. b / n, 6 rapports: “in the next. pet. we knit the basics 1 tbsp. b / n, 2 VP, 1 tbsp. s / 2n, 2 VP and 1 tbsp. b / n, in parallel with the help of a column s / 2n we grab the first half of the heart (marked with arrows in the diagram), next. 4 pet. we knit the basics according to the 1st st. b / n, next. base loop - 1 tbsp. b / n, 2 VP, 1 tbsp. s / 2n, 2 VP and 1 tbsp. b / n, while grabbing the second half of the heart, 11 tbsp. w/n. After the last we knit a heart with 6 ordinary st. b/n. Kaima is ready!

Original border with pom-poms

Step by step knitting:

We collect a chain. for 6 VP.
We collect 3 tbsp. s / n in the 3rd VP from the hook. In total - 4 pet. on hook.
We make a crochet of the pH, stretch it through all the loops on the hook.
Again we collect 3 VP.
In the last pet. the previous group of 3 tbsp. s / n again knit 3 tbsp. s / n and repeat all the steps. We get another "cluster".
We knit the SS in the pet., With which the first "cluster" began. We do it so that 1 tbsp. s / n remained behind, and two - in front. This order also applies to the first cluster.
Again we collect 3 VP. We attach them to the SS in the place of attachment to the main canvas.
Repeat steps 1-7 as many times as needed until the entire canvas is tied with a border of miniature pom-poms.

Exclusive border with butterflies

The border of amazing beauty with butterflies fluttering over it captivates many needlewomen. By the way, her knitting is not extra-heavy, so not only professional craftswomen, but also beginners in crochet needlework can practice knitting such an openwork border.
The knitted border is knitted with cross knitting. Openwork butterflies are knitted along the edge of the fillet net. After the main part of the border is ready, you need to knit laces from the VP, with which the chains of air loops inside the butterflies are subsequently tied, thereby forming a clearly defined body and antennae of the butterfly.

For knitting such a border, it is best to use the finest cotton threads, then the work will look extremely gentle and airy.

Knitting pattern:

Knitting progress:

We collect a chain. on 33 VP. From the 9th VP from the hook, we begin to knit with a sirloin net (st. s / n + 2 VP), skip 2 sts between the columns. In total, you need to tie such 5 tbsp. s / n.
After the fifth art. s / n we collect 2 VP, we skip two pet. on the chain and knit st. b/n.
We collect 2 more VP, skip two pet. on the chain., knit st. s / n.
Cast on 2 ch, skip 2 sts. To the end of the row we knit according to Art. s / n in each pet.
We knit according to Art. s / n in the next. 3 art. s / n PR.
We collect 2 VP, we knit st. s / n in the next. Art. s / n PR.
We collect 5 VP, we knit st. s / n in the next. Art. s / n and then 4 more cells with fillet knitting.
In the last loin cage PR - we knit 3 tbsp. s / n.
We collect 4 VP, we unfold knitting.
In an empty sirloin cage (after the cage with PR columns), we knit 3 tbsp. s / n.
Next, we knit with sirloin cells to an arch of five VPs (i.e. 3 sirloin cells).
We collect 2 VP, we knit st. b / n in the third pet. on an arch of five VPs.
We collect 2 more VPs, finish the row: 1 tbsp. s / n + 2 VP + 4 tbsp. s / n.
We start all rows on this side with the same knitted combination: 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, art. s / n. Then - an arch of 5 VPs.
We knit 2 loin cells: art. s / n + 2 VP + art. s / n + 2 VP + art. s / n.
Above the trail loin cell PR knit 3 tbsp. s / n. We collect 4 VP, we unfold knitting.
We knit 3 tbsp. s / n in the first empty loin cell PR + 1 tbsp. s / n in the next. Art. s / n PR.
We collect 2 VP, we knit st. s / n in the next. Art. All rows on this side of knitting finish the next. knitted combination: 2 VP, art. b / n in the arch, 2 VP, art. s / n in a column, 2 VP, 4 tbsp. s / n.
We collect 3 VP, we unfold knitting.
We knit according to the scheme (st. s / n, loin cell, arch of 5 VP, st. s / n in st. PR), then we collect 2 VP, we knit st. s / n in the next. Art. ETC.
We collect 2 more VPs, in the corner arch of knitting - 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, 3 tbsp. s / n.
We collect 8 VP, we knit 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, 3 tbsp. s / n into another arch from the VP located below. We collect 3 VP, we unfold knitting.
We knit 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, 3 tbsp. s / n into the central loop of the arch from the two loops of the previous step.
We collect 10 VP, we knit 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, 3 tbsp. s / n in the arch of 2 VP step No. 23.
We collect 2 VP, we knit st. s / n in after. Art. filled cell. We knit a row according to the scheme (with loin cells, an arch of 5 VPs, 4 st. s / n).
We collect 3 VP, unfold knitting, knit a row according to a familiar pattern.
After 3 connected fillet cells, we collect 2 VP, we knit 3 tbsp. s / n + 2 VP + 3 tbsp. s / n into a nearby corner arch of 2 VPs (this will be the right butterfly wing).
We collect 12 VP, we knit 3 tbsp. s / n + 2 VP + 3 tbsp. s / n into the underlying arch of 2 VPs (left wing of the butterfly).
We collect 3 VP, a knitting turn.
We knit the last. a row of butterflies: shells - into shells, between them - a flail. for 14 VP.
Next, we knit a row according to a well-known pattern. We collect 3 VP, unfold knitting again.
We knit 3 tbsp. s / n, 2 VP, art. s / n, arch for 5 VP, 5 sirloin cells. Rise 3 VP, knit as the very first row. Repeat the pattern until the border reaches the desired length.
Let's start with the antennae of the butterfly. We collect a chain. at 25-30 VP, we carefully hide the tails of the threads inside. We tie all 4 arches from the VP with a chain (you can use a regular knot). We get a well-defined butterfly. To decorate a butterfly, its larger wing can be tied with a picot. Ready!

A selection of knitting patterns for your creative inspiration

Video master classes on the topic "Crochet edging"

For those who find it more convenient to work with video tutorials, we provide detailed master classes for knitting all kinds of borders:

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, details such as crochet a 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 your 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.

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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

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

A number of pico perform on front side products. 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 from 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 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 with the most different ways, but we will consider one of the easiest options, and more complex and beautiful way strapping, 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

Row with floral motif knits 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.

Video lesson

Decorating the edges of crocheted knitwear is not an easy task, because first you need to pick up beautiful pattern, then tie 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:

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, old thing will take on a completely new look. This fairly simple task can be done different 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 such large things 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 item. 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 impressive. 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.

Tying 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 the knitted thing with a strapping, but to decorate them 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 it over any knitted item 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 simple and interesting way how 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 received by the most in a simple way knitting, 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 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.

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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. It will add grace and airiness to any pattern of the main fabric, harmonizing perfectly with any base knitting pattern. The border has a wave width of three loops, is not too conspicuous and serves as a modest decoration.

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Choosing a pattern for knitting a plaid is usually not difficult. On this site, and on the Internet as a whole, there are hundreds of schemes and descriptions for every taste and color. The question of choosing a pattern for crocheting a plaid is more acute. The fact is that the pattern of the plaid and the strapping options you like often do not fit together, so choosing a pattern becomes a headache for the needlewoman.

In this material, we will try to make it easier for you to choose a border pattern for crocheting a plaid. Let's sort the possible strapping options by category and write which harness fits which blanket.

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Binding for a plaid from grandmother's squares

To tie a blanket from grandmother's squares, you need to choose simple border consisting of several rows. Complex schemes are extremely rare here, since the pattern itself is extremely simple. Below are several options for such strapping.

In this version, the green row is the last row of the grandmother's square. The harness starts with a red row (middle) and consists of only two rows.

A simple option for tying a plaid from grandmother's squares

No less simple tying option. Please note that the finished plaid of grandmother's squares must first be tied with single crochets. The diagram shows three such rows. You can knit them either more or less.

Border scheme for a plaid of grandmother's squares

Harness "Pineapples" for a blanket

It is used not only as an independent pattern, but also as a border. This option is suitable for blankets connected light pattern. It should be borne in mind that the pineapple border is quite voluminous - at least 10 centimeters in height (depending on the yarn). This must be taken into account when planning to knit a blanket of strictly defined sizes. An example is in the photo below.

Throw with pineapple piping

Crochet "Pineapple" border - diagram

Crochet pineapple pattern

Harness for an openwork plaid

To tie an openwork plaid, you need to choose a light pattern. By the way, as a strapping, you can take the same “Pineapples” pattern, which was discussed above. Let's consider other options.

The lower elements of this scheme outwardly resemble pineapples. Between them passes an element resembling an expanding fan.

Scheme for tying an openwork plaid with an extension

The strapping scheme with roundings, inside each semicircle - flowers. This strapping option for openwork blankets is close to universal. However, you need to pay attention to the rapport of the pattern, since not every blanket will eventually contain a suitable number of loops.

Another simple strapping (in Spanish legend). Triangles on the diagram- pico.

Strapping for a plaid with bumps

A border in the form of bumps is not a universal option for decorating a plaid. But it is worth considering, since the blankets connected dense patterns, are fairly common. It is for them that such a harness is suitable.

Below is one of the simplest and most beautiful options. Please note that in the sample in the photo, fewer rows are knitted with single crochets. The number of such rows is determined independently, to your taste.

Tying for a blanket "Bubbles" is simple

The bumps may not go perpendicular (vertically), but parallel (horizontally) with respect to the side of the plaid. A video tutorial on tying a blanket for the second of these options is below.

Trim for a plaid with flowers

Floral piping is suitable for plaids with a less interesting main pattern. Against the background of openwork patterns, the strapping in the form of flowers seems like an excess. There are also several options for making flowers.

The simplest option is flowers, almost entirely consisting of air loops. Such a border is suitable for blankets with both a dense and openwork pattern.

Simple crochet flower border

Wider version of the border. Here the flowers are "hidden" under each semicircle - an incredibly interesting pattern.

Wide border with flowers - scheme

This video tutorial presents the most popular version of the border in the form of flowers. The knitting process is a little specific, because there are no rows above the flowers, but they are knitted without interruption. That is why it is better to watch the master class.

Binding for a baby blanket

Children's blankets, as a rule, do not differ in the complexity of knitting. Their main feature is a simple pattern combined with pastel-colored yarn. Therefore, the strapping should be as simple as possible, but at the same time not form corners and rough elements. You can take patterns for tying blankets from grandmother's squares (see above).

Below are two of the simplest strapping options that are suitable for more or less dense patterns.

Strapping scheme baby blanket

Border with arches for tying a baby blanket

This border more suitable for an openwork plaid, although the diagram shows a grandmother's square.

Harness for a baby blanket with "paths"

Not all strapping schemes are presented above, but this is a decent selection. It presents more or less classic options for harnesses and borders for blankets. Remember that you can experiment. Perhaps a modification of any of these schemes will give an amazing result.