A scarf-collar is a universal accessory. It will not only warm you up during the cold season, but will also become the main element in a stylish and fashionable look. The shape and appearance of this practical wardrobe item has given it several names. A scarf-collar is also called a snood or a pipe.
The length of a wide scarf closed in a ring depends on how many times it is planned to be wrapped and how it is worn. Even a novice needlewoman can knit this trendy piece of outerwear. The main thing is to find a few free evenings, choose the right yarn and be patient.
Benefits of a scarf-collar
The snood scarf is good for its universal use. It can be transformed into various cozy accessories. For example, wear it as a single scarf-hat or throw it instead of a bolero in a cool room. If you wear a collar over a hat instead of a hood, it will provide additional protection from wind and cold.
The versatility of a scarf-collar also lies in the fact that it can be used to create an image for a woman, a man and a child. Snood is especially convenient for children because it does not need to be tied and then untied. Not every child can cope with this successfully, especially at kindergarten age.
Simple, but so cute scarf on 2 knitting needles
If you have a coat with an open neck, then it must be protected from wind and cold. A small light scarf is perfect for this.
Small winter scarf knitted
For knitting it, Lanoso Kulvar threads in shade 5508, with a composition of 25% wool and 75% acrylic, 80 m per 100 g, are best suited. The main knitting motif is cobweb or large rice, and garter stitch is located along the edges. Scarf dimensions: 108 cm by 19 cm.
Large rice knitting - diagram
The action plan is as follows. Cast on 22 loops and knit 4 rows with knit stitches, and knit the last edge loop with a purl loop. Next, the web drawing begins.
Pattern - garter stitch
Remove the first loop, knit 2 knit stitches and knit in a pattern (alternate 2 purl stitches with 2 knit stitches), then knit 2 stitches again and a purl edge stitch at the end. Then knit purl stitches in place of the knit stitches and vice versa. There are no changes in the edge and adjacent loops. Knit 2 rows and mix up the stitches again. Knit the end of the scarf with 4 rows of garter stitch and bind off the loops.
Interesting : Stylish knitted items for fall 2019
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Fashion models 2020/2021
Stylists recommend choosing a scarf-collar with all seriousness, because it can radically change and refresh even the most boring and familiar look. This is such a versatile accessory that it looks stylish and advantageous both in a light look with a jacket or sweater, and in a thick combination with a warm coat or down jacket.
In the winter of 2020/2021, the following models will be at the peak of popularity:
- volumetric models. They can be knitted with the simplest garter stitch or a simple pattern, such as rice or pearl. A wide, large handmade scarf made with large knitting has not lost its relevance for several seasons. Universal options without active prints in a neutral color spectrum of pastel tones look advantageous. For example, cream, brown, soft green, pearl;
- models with arans and braids. These two types of patterns have been popular in knitted fashion for several seasons. Craftswomen and leading designers do not refuse them, as such snoods look very stylish and impressive. For an autumn-winter look, yarns not only of restrained shades, but also of rich tones, such as malachite, marsala, emerald, fuchsia, are perfect;
- snoods made of textured yarn. A scarf-collar made of textured yarn can be knitted not only with knitting needles, but also with your hands. The thread consists of ready-made loops that can simply be inserted into each other according to the diagram. The trend colors of this season are vanilla, pistachio, dusty pink, and powdery. Some manufacturers have interesting options for melange yarn and threads with an ombre effect.
How to calculate the size of a future scarf
Before you start knitting, you need to determine what size the future scarf-collar will be. Its parameters depend on the length of the neck girth and its height, as well as on how many turns the snood is supposed to be wrapped.
To determine the length and width of the snood, you need to take two measurements:
- neck height. It is necessary to measure the distance from the dimple on the collarbone to the chin. The result obtained must be multiplied by 2.5. The final figure will be the optimal width of the scarf;
- distance between outstretched arms. The child or adult for whom the scarf-collar is knitted must place his arms to the side. The measurement must be taken between the tips of your fingers. The resulting measurement will be the minimum length of the scarf-collar that can be worn in 2 turns.
If it is not possible to take measurements, for example when knitting as a gift or to order, then you can use tables from the Internet. They give generally accepted average indicators.
Step-by-step description of knitting a scarf-collar on straight knitting needles
Even a novice needlewoman who is familiar with purl and knit stitches can handle knitting a simple scarf-collar. If you are knitting a scarf for the first time, classic garter stitch is perfect. It is easy to make and looks impressive, especially if you choose a stylish shade of yarn.
The optimal materials for knitting a winter scarf-collar will be yarn with a thread thickness of 110 meters per 100 grams and 2 long knitting needles No. 6.
In the cast-on row you need to cast on as many stitches as necessary for the width of the product. In each row you just need to knit all the stitches. Knitting must be continued until the desired snood length is achieved.
If a different pattern is chosen for knitting an accessory, it is recommended to knit a test sample of 10*10 centimeters. You need to measure it and calculate how many loops you get in 1 centimeter. Then we multiply the required width of the clamp by the resulting figure, add two edge loops and get the optimal number of loops for casting.
Scarf with English rib knitting for beginners
An English ribbed scarf always looks stylish and cozy. It is suitable for both men and women. It is easy to knit and gives great pleasure in the process due to its appearance and softness. See and read the detailed MK with a description of the progress of work below.
Scarf with English elastic knitting - video:
Progress:
How many loops do you need for a scarf using an English elastic band? To cast the correct number of stitches, you first need to knit a small sample on the knitting needles on which the main product will be knitted (5-7 cm high). For a knitted fabric, measure the width in centimeters. The number of loops from which this sample will be knitted is divided by this value. For example, a sample is knitted from 10 loops + 2 edge loops, 7 cm high. Its width is conditionally equal to 5 cm. This means 10: 5 = 2 loops. It turns out that there are 2 loops in 1 cm. If you need a scarf 20 cm, then cast on 40 loops + edge stitches.
Edge loops. Particular attention is paid to the edge loops so that the edge of the scarf is smooth without elongated loops. To do this, add 4 edge loops to the number of cast-on loops. On each side of the scarf, the hem will be formed from 2 loops.
Beginning of knitting, edge loops: The first loop is removed - the thread is wound behind the loop on the left: the second loop is knitted. Completion of knitting, edge loops: the penultimate loop is not knitted, removed - thread BEFORE work; The last stitch is knitted.
Knitting a scarf. English elastic repeat: 2 loops; 1 row. The required number of loops (multiples of 2) + 4 edge loops is cast, and the knitting of the scarf itself begins: In the pattern, pattern repeat is indicated *___*.
- 1 ROW after cast-on: The first loop is removed - the thread is wound behind the loop on the left: the second loop is knitted; *1 person; yarn over FROM YOURSELF; purl does not knit - is removed*. The row ends: the penultimate loop is not knitted, it is removed - the thread BEFORE work; The last stitch is knitted.
- ROW 2 and all the following rows (if the number of loops was cast on in multiples of 2): The first loop is removed - the thread is wound behind the loop on the left: the second loop is knitted; *a pair of knit and yarn over is knitted with a knit stitch; yarn over; purl does not knit - is removed*. The row ends: the penultimate loop is not knitted, it is removed - the thread BEFORE work; The last stitch is knitted.
How to close the loops of an English elastic band in a scarf? To do this, the last row is knitted with a regular 1x1 elastic band. A pair of knit and yarn over stitches is knitted with a knit stitch, and a purl stitch is knitted with a purl stitch.
It is more correct to close the loops in the English elastic band of a scarf in the following order: two loops are knitted; The next two loops are knitted with a purl loop. And so on until the end of the row, alternating between purl and knit. This method of closing the braid forms straight, without shifting to the left or right.
Instructions for knitting a collar on circular knitting needles
The advantage of knitting a scarf-collar on circular knitting needles is that the product is obtained without a seam. It will look neater, and you won’t need to waste time sewing its parts together.
To knit a standard collar 120 cm long and 30 cm wide, yarn with a thickness of 125 meters per 100 grams and knitting needles No. 5 are suitable. In this case, the length of the fishing line should be approximately 80 cm.
For circular knitting, a simple “rice” pattern is suitable. In the first row, knit and purl stitches alternate. In the second row, instead of the front one, the purl one is knitted, and vice versa. Two rows must be repeated until the desired height of the product is reached.
The scarf-collar is recognized by many stylists as a vintage accessory, stylized to suit the needs of modern fashion. It was at the peak of its popularity back in the 1980s. And for several seasons now, snoods have been winning the hearts of needlewomen. Every modern craftswoman simply must knit a cowl scarf and use this warm and stylish accessory in her wardrobe. Moreover, it is easy to knit even for a beginning knitter.
How to knit a snood in two turns with knitting needles
Before you start making a scarf-collar, you need to choose a model. The descriptions of the two-turn snood offered below will help with this. Beginners should choose a product with a seam, as knitting in the round is a little more difficult. Also take into account:
- Pattern for drawing. The choice is individual, but it is more rational to focus on a simple technique with a clear diagram and description.
- Yarn. For the first time, it is better to take a mixture of medium thickness. Consumption depends on the chosen pattern and size, but on average, such a product takes at least 250 g, so you need to buy 3 skeins.
- Knitting needles. It is better to prepare not only the recommended number, but also adjacent ones; each needlewoman has an individual density of fabric.
Snood with zigzag elastic band
An interesting accessory model with an elastic band pattern is knitted on straight needles in rotating rows and sewn with a needle. A simple but original knitting pattern for a two-turn snood will be easier to complete with the help of a video tutorial:
To knit a scarf collar, you will need:
- 350 g of soft yarn (220-280 m in 100 g);
- knitting needles 3 mm;
- scissors;
- big needle.
Work algorithm:
- Calculate the number of loops based on the width of the product, add two edge loops. Cast them on the knitting needles.
- Knit the fabric with a zigzag or French rib according to the pattern with the description:
- Alternate 4 rows until the fabric reaches a height equal to the length of the scarf.
- Close the loops in the classic way.
- Cut the thread, leaving an end of 20-25 cm.
- Gather the product with a needle using a blind stitch.
Cowl scarf with honeycomb pattern
A model of a circular scarf made with a small honeycomb pattern looks impressive.
A simple technique and a detailed description will help you connect the model very quickly
For a scarf-collar with dimensions 27x130 cm you will need:
- 200 g of mixed yarn (wool with acrylic), 100 g should contain about 390 m of yarn;
- knitting needles No. 3;
- needle for assembling the product.
The fabric can be knitted in two ways, using patterns, descriptions or videos.
For those who find it difficult to work according to the description, video tutorials from an experienced craftswoman can help:
small honeycomb pattern made in a circle
turning rows
Another version of this pattern for large products:
And a video tutorial for beginners:
Algorithm:
- Cast on 46 stitches on straight needles.
- Knit a small honeycomb pattern according to the description or video tutorial in rotating rows until the fabric reaches a height of 130 cm.
- Close the loops in the classic way.
- Cut the thread, leave 20-25 cm.
- Connect the edges of the scarf using a needle. How to do this correctly is shown in the figure:
Snood in two turns, knitted with a small honeycomb pattern according to the pattern with knitting needles, is ready
Two-color snood
If you want an unusual model, you can knit a scarf-collar using the master class:
It is easy to choose the colors yourself and, if desired, you can use more shades.
Combination tips will help you combine them correctly
The right side of each picture shows the main color, the left side shows the shades that go with it.
If you use colors next to each other in the hint, you will get a beautiful transition, if the first and last are an effective contrast.
White and black colors can be combined with any shade, you can safely experiment.
