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- 13-10-2020
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Every handicraft mother can please her child with new knitted hats, scarves or mittens, but you can also give a boy or girl a beautiful, warm and comfortable crochet shirt in the child’s favorite color for the beginning of the cold weather season. The main advantage of shirtfronts over scarves and snoods is obvious, but undeniable - reliable protection of the neck from wind and frost. They fit very tightly to the body and stay on the neck due to their shape, which is very important for children.
Children's bibs not only warm the neck and neck, they also look very cute, and in order for the child to love this knitted product, it is better to make it with clasps or buttons. Then the procedure of putting on a shirt-front will become easier and more enjoyable.
Tools and accessories.
Hooks. Yarn manufacturers indicate the hook number recommended for a given yarn. This is what you should be guided by. In addition, you may need a larger number hook to make the chain. This little trick is necessary to ensure that the edge of the neckline remains stretchable, and the main part of it fits more tightly to the neck thanks to the use of a smaller hook.
Tape measure. It will be needed to measure the girth of the head, neck, neck width, as well as to measure a knitted sample in order to get an idea of the knitting density and the future size of the product. A small ruler is also suitable for measuring a sample.
Special knitting markers or safety pins. They can be useful for designating parts (sectors) in which it is necessary to withstand a certain number of loops.
Dickies for women
Women will definitely like the elegant openwork models in pleasant natural shades with a variety of patterns, with or without neck cuffs.
Bibs with a clasp are very suitable for ladies who want to maintain their hair and makeup when wearing this wardrobe item. They also look very beautiful due to the decorative buttons, as can be seen in the photo below.
Yarn selection
The main quality of yarn for a women's shirtfront is maximum comfort, soft fibers that do not cause irritation. Warm winter shirtfronts are best knitted from pure acrylic yarn, for example, SUFLE produced by Semenovskaya Yarn MSHF, or from blended yarn containing wool, polyamide, and acrylic.
You can also find on sale more expensive yarn with 50% merino, angora, and alpaca wool content. These types of yarn make the most delicate and warm products. If the task arises of knitting a beautiful openwork shirtfront in a vintage style, then you should pay attention to mercerized cotton, for example, ALIZE.
Sequence of knitting a shirt front
Knitting a neck with an elastic band
Using the example of knitting a women's shirt-front, let's look at the method of knitting a neckline with an elastic band using a hook.
You need to start knitting, as usual, by casting on a chain of loops.
The number of loops will depend on the circumference of the head, plus an increase in freedom of one centimeter. Crocheting a shirt front has its own peculiarity. The subtlety is to ensure elasticity, but also sufficient density of the neck fabric. For this purpose, knitting is done alternating the front and back embossed stitches. This is how an imitation of “elastic band” is obtained, which is knitted on knitting needles with purl and knit stitches.
To estimate the knitting density, you need to knit a sample for measurement - a small square about 10 cm. Using a small ruler, measure how many knitting elements (columns) are included in 10 cm. Thus, the knitting density is calculated and the number of loops in the set is determined.
Knitting with raised stitches can be done either according to the pattern of 1 knit stitch for 1 purl stitch, or 2 knit stitches for 2 purl stitches.
Below is a visual representation of how to knit an elastic band using embossed stitches.
When the row ends, the product is turned over and knitted in the other direction. If a fastener is provided, air loops are knitted along the edge.
The height of the neck depends on the wishes of the customer. You can make a low collar of 36-40 rows, or double the number of rows.
Knitting mantles or capes
There are many ways to knit a cape. To get an openwork beautiful mantle, you can use the proposed knitting patterns. Many of them resemble knitting patterns for collars and napkins.
The pattern consists of a certain number of rows, but you can knit fewer or more while maintaining the proportionality of adding loops. A flower or brooch will be a beautiful addition to the shirtfront.
Crochet shirtfronts for children and adults
Children's models
For mothers and beginners, the best way to express yourself is to knit something for your baby. In children's clothing, there are a number of points that are taken into account during the manufacturing process of the product:
- the presence of a clasp;
- close the neck;
- have a shoulder part.
Kids really don’t like to take things off over their heads, so you need to provide buttons or Velcro. And the product should not be short, since children are constantly spinning, it can come out, leaving the child’s neck in the open air. Therefore, the length should reach the waist.
For knitting, take the remnants of threads from other works; if there is not enough, you can combine them. A total of 50 grams is enough.
For the simplest children's shirtfront, 26 air loops are cast on for the elastic collar, the ends of the fabric are connected, and the edges are decorated with an openwork pattern.
A small thing gets done very quickly, so it’s a lot of fun.
Options for women and men
Women's styles are simple, elegant and ornate with openwork patterns and made of shiny and fluffy material with a wide cowl collar. The variations and imagination of designers continue to amaze.
The main chemisettes are divided into three categories:
- classic;
- raglan;
- openwork version, etc.
Using visual photographs of websites and manuals from magazines, you can create a convenient thing, since the entire process of work is described in detail and step by step. The knitting method is identical to the children's version, only with a large number of cast-on loops, the neck is first knitted, and then the shoulder part is expanded and made.
Working with raglan will also not be a problem; for this, the required number of loops is cast on, and an elastic band equal to the width of the neck with an additional centimeter is knitted. At its end, along the edge, single crochets and several air loops are made, depending on the size of the buttons, these will be fasteners.
Then we make single crochets and knit the main part, dividing it into four halves and making air loops at their ends, so we get a square raglan, one half of which, where the fasteners with fittings will be, must first be divided. The size of the model should reach the top point of the shoulder, then it will be ready.
Men's scarves are not so diverse; the main emphasis is on classic options, designed in the same color scheme. Many resemble the shape of a snood, but are not as voluminous and consist only of an elastic collar. Or they are made with a large hook and have a freer shape.
Hand-made accessories that never go out of fashion allow you to create unique and original clothing items. And with a shirtfront that is experiencing a rebirth, the knitting of which is accessible to any beginner, you can not only protect yourself from hypothermia, but also create your own individual, unforgettable style.
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Dickies for men
Initially, shirtfronts were considered an item of men's wardrobe; modern men are also able to appreciate their ability to maintain warmth, ease of care and wear.
Nuances in choosing yarn
For men's bibs, a slightly coarser yarn with a high percentage of pure wool is often chosen, which gives “status” to the product. Choose a tighter knit in the round or raglan type to create a masculine set, for example, in combination with a hat. Models with buttons are also popular with men as they provide ease of putting on.
How to crochet a shirtfront for men?
Two beautiful men's shirtfronts, which are made of durable and rather coarse thread. A detailed description and high-quality diagrams will help do this work faster. The item will pleasantly warm and delight the eyes with its interesting patterns. Each model is unique in its own way, one is made in several directions and this is already amazing. The next one in the raglan technique, which is quite often transferred to similar products.
Gray men's bib in two directions crochet
A rather ordinary model at first glance.
But once you start doing it, it won’t be so ordinary anymore. Feel free to get creative with color schemes and decorate boring everyday life with bright colors. Or at least one, but bright stripe on a gray color, fortunately the scheme only contributes to this. To work you will need:
- medium thickness natural wool yarn;
- hook of the desired number.
Measurements
When making the product, you will first need to measure the neck circumference with a measuring tape. Next, determine how many cm the height of the elastic will be required, and how much will need to be knitted down from the elastic. Record all these three measurements at once.
Sample
Knit the main pattern and make a small square along it. Next, put a ruler on the square fabric and count how much knitting density is 10 cm horizontal in the fabric, and how many rows are formed vertically for the same 10 cm. Next, using the two numbers obtained, and this is called knitting density, the number of loops is determined for the initial set. The initial set in this case will be an elastic band. Since this thing is done from top to bottom and using the raglan technique.
Rubber
Rubber
The elastic is not knitted in a circle, but in straight and reverse rows. But this is not the most interesting thing about this creation. It all also lies in the fact that the elastic band is knitted across. It’s very interesting, especially since after this the knitting again switches to forward and reverse rows in the usual direction, but this will already be circular knitting. Knit the required fabric. The width is equal to the length of the required elastic band. The length of the canvas is the circumference of the neck. In the last row of the diagram you will need to connect the sides. Knit loops in pairs and this will create an even seam.
The basis
After connecting, the hook will be at the bottom of the elastic, and then the following pattern begins simply along the edge of the elastic. This is no longer a crochet elastic band, but a fabric made from single crochet stitches. So, immediately the fabric of the circle will need to be divided into 12 equal parts and then in each subsequent row, 12 additions will be made in every second row. Additions should be made along one line. This way you will get original and very beautiful stripes on the base of the canvas. Knit the required length and stop knitting.
Features of knitting a men's shirtfront from 12 sectors
Knitting the neck
This product produces a dense, even double crochet stitch. The neckline is also knitted from relief stitches (2 knits, 2 purls).
Knitting a cape
Expansion occurs due to the uniform addition of additional columns in each of the 12 sectors - 1 column per sector. Knitting must be evenly divided into 12 parts (you can use markers), knit the required number of stitches + 1 stitch. This results in a uniform expansion of the cape.
Crochet shirt front for boy
This simple shirt for a boy is suitable for those who have decided to crochet for the first time. For an experienced craftswoman, it will take no more than an hour to knit such a shirtfront.
We cast on 16-20 chain stitches and crochet the elastic band so that the child’s head fits without difficulty and at the same time the shirt-front fits tightly around the neck. We sew with a ring, we don’t break the thread, but we gather it up, we sing horizontally around the neckline for knitting preline. Please note that the cast-on loops must be divisible by 4. If not, you can add or reduce the required number of loops at the beginning and end of this row. Knitting will not change significantly from 1-2 loops.
Crochet shirt front for boy
Now we divide the knitting into 4 zones and place markers along the borders. We knit the next row with double crochets, and where there are markers from one loop we knit two. And we repeat this until the prelin covers the shoulders.
Crochet shirtfront for a boy: side view
Since boys don’t like to button their jackets tightly, we added two more rows of double crochets along the front, so it will wrinkle naturally and won’t roll up. Tighten the last loop and hide the thread.
Raglan shirt for a boy
Unlike a scarf, a baby shirt is a more convenient item of clothing that can be worn through the neck or have a clasp. This is very important for children, since when playing outdoors they will not encounter such problems as a scarf that has come loose or untied. That is, the child’s throat will be protected from the cold all the time.
The shirt-front shown in the photo is suitable for absolutely everyone, regardless of gender and age. Models for women and children can be decorated with an openwork edge made of contrasting thread. For men, choose the appropriate yarn. In this case, a sample of a shirtfront made of wool blend yarn is presented.
Recommendations for knitting a shirtfront
Knitting the neck
The neckline is knitted using the usual ribbed method. We cast on 15-20 air loops with a hook larger than the main one, and crochet the elastic band so that the shirtfront can be easily put on. The number of stitches cast on must be a multiple of 4.
Knitting a cape
Knitting is divided into 4 zones using markers. Rows are knitted with double crochets, and where the markers are, two double crochets are knitted in one loop. The front and back of the shirtfront can be lengthened using 1-2 additional rows of double crochets, which is clearly visible in the photo. The edge of the product should be tied with one row of single crochets or decorated with openwork.
Model variety of shirtfronts for girls
A shirtfront for a girl can be knitted using any of the methods discussed above. In this case, there are no restrictions in design, choice of patterns or yarn color. The main thing to pay attention to is the quality of the yarn, which should be as comfortable as possible, soft, wear-resistant, not lose quality after washing, and have a beautiful color. Children's yarn "Pekhorka" is suitable.
It is in shirtfronts for girls that various types of decor are acceptable: bows, brooches, beads, rhinestones. Interesting color combinations based on contrast are allowed. The shirtfront can be fastened with buttons or tied with a ribbon or lace.
Thus, having mastered a simple method of knitting the neck of a shirtfront with embossed stitches imitating an “elastic band”, as well as options for knitting capes that cover the chest and shoulders either with a beautiful openwork knitting or “armor” of dense stitches with crochets, you can provide yourself and your loved ones with useful and a beautiful winter wardrobe item. The shirt front gives a special feeling of comfort and care during the cold season, so it will be a wonderful handmade gift for your family.
A practical accessory
To make the shirt front, light gray yarn was chosen. Depending on the color scheme of the autumn or winter set of clothes, the item can be made from yarn of the desired color.
To work you will need:
- soft yarn;
- several hooks of different sizes (1.5; 2; 2.5).
Before starting work, you should measure the child's head. The size of the proposed product in the collar is 50-52 cm.
Using the smallest hook, a chain of 130 loops is knitted, after which it closes in a circle.
After a single chain stitch, a series of double crochets is performed.
The next line begins with a trio of air loops. The thread is thrown on, the hook is inserted under the column of the previous row and catches the thread, pulling out the loop.
The loops are knitted. In this way, a front relief column is created.
After the next yarn over, the hook passes from the wrong side of the work through the post and pulls out the loop.
The loops on the hook are brought together into one. The result is a reverse relief column. Alternate knitting of front and back embossed stitches continues throughout the entire line.
This is how the elastic band of the product is formed.
The elastic band is knitted 15 rows wide.
Next, the work continues with single crochets, which should also be completed in 15 lines.
Next, you need to cast on three air loops and knit a line with double crochets, expanding it with 15 loops. The next part of the work includes drawing. To perform it correctly, a diagram of further knitting is attached.
The pattern uses hooks of different thicknesses. The first three rows of the pattern are made with the crochet hook that was used to knit the neck of the shirtfront. The next three lines are made with a larger hook.
In this case, single double crochets and double crochets alternate in a single loop. After five stitches, a fan is made, where four double crochets are knitted into one loop.
The next four loops alternate between single and double stitches. Then 2 single columns are produced. The work returns to alternately knitting double and single stitches into one loop. After four loops comes a fan.
The pattern continues as follows:
The size of the hook increases again, and the next three rows of the product are produced, shown schematically. This technique should be used until the desired length of the shirtfront is achieved. The most comfortable version of the product to wear is with a length slightly below the shoulder, so that the child does not feel constrained.
If you want to make an openwork version, then the lower part of the product can be replaced. To do this, you should select the appropriate scheme.
The shirt front looks interesting when, instead of circular knitting, knitting is done with linen, and the front part of the product is connected with buttons.
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In this case, the product is made in two parts, where the elastic is knitted separately, and for the shoulder part, your favorite crocheted lace pattern is selected. This type of shirtfront can be worn over a coat.
Before deciding on the method of making the product, it is recommended to take into account the child’s individual preferences in wearing clothes.
Since children's clothes should create comfort, when creating a shirtfront, you should take into account the girl's age. Preschool children do not always skillfully handle buttons; putting on a product can be difficult.
Whereas girls of primary school age do not like to spoil their hair, and a one-piece shirt-front worn over the head will be an unwanted gift for a little fashionista.
