How to knit a pocket on a cardigan or jacket with knitting needles?

cardigan mustardFew people will be surprised by a simple knitted sweater these days. But exclusive jewelry for him is possible. Consider pockets as decoration for a knitted sweater. They are the ones who can change the idea of ​​work. Even if these things are against the backdrop of a boring facial surface, they change the product so much. Depending on the location and shape of the pocket, you can even make special accents on your figure. More details about two models of unusual pockets and a few words about materials later in the article.

Yarn and knitting needles

The product can be made from almost any yarn. But from any yarn that can complement the main work. Not every iris has the right to complement pekhorka, and vice versa.

Yarn

An exception could be, for example, this pocket with thin lace on pekhorka. It is important to match the color and pattern of the canvas. But absolutely a different approach for a child's pocket.

Here the master already pays attention to hypoallergenic composition, and the softness of the fabric. The tool for the job is knitting needles of the corresponding number for yarn. Depending on model knitting needles can be circular and straight knitting needles, stockings.
cardigan pink

How to knit pockets on a cardigan and sweater correctly?

To complete the product, the master always follows the guidelines. These are measurements; it is very important to estimate the size of the work. A very small pocket will highlight the canvas. And here too big will be inconvenient, and this is unnecessary attention. Next is a sample, which always helps to calculate by measurement how many loops, as well as the number of rows, the item will require from the craftsman. Then, according to the pattern of the main pattern, the fabric of the required shape is knitted, and after that the assembly stages begin.

Set of loops for 2 knitting needles

Set of loops for 2 knitting needles

Volume pocket in a semicircle

This work will surprise even the masters. Looking closely, we can assume that everything we see is simply connected in the shape of a small semicircle and then just a neat assembly. But actually it is not. Everything is much simpler. Just look at how the folds are laid out, and everything immediately falls into place. This is a strip folded in the shape of a semicircle, but the gathering is only the top edge.

cardigan model 1

For work use:

  • yarn for a sweater;
  • knitting needles according to the thickness of the thread;
  • buttons for decoration;
  • needles for working with knitted items.

Measurements

Using the model, estimate the required dimensions of the semicircle. Then draw a line that will divide the semicircle into two mirror halves. Half of the side is the height of the strip. That is, there will be the number of rows. But the line of the semicircle is the length and this is the number of loops in the cast on. It is this pocket that allows you to focus on your figure. Since this model can also be performed for adult models.

Important! If you want to emphasize the hips, place a voluminous pocket along the line below the waist.

knitted cardiganSample

Execute sample with canvas from the front surface. Believe me, it won't be so boring in this pocket. Knit a square and count for it how many rows there are in 10 cm and how many loops there are.

Rectangle

Knit a rectangular fabric according to known and calculated measurements.

Important! Follow the rule with edge loops. The first and last are the edge loops of the row. In any case, the first one is not knitted, but simply thrown onto the working needles, but the last one is purl only.

Assembly

To assemble, use a needle and a thread of yarn to gather along the upper edge, and pull the fabric together. Then distribute the pocket in the shape of a semicircle, straighten the folds well, and sew the pocket to the product. To decorate, sew a button in the center of the gather.

Two-color pocket for cardigan

A very unusual pocket for a cardigan. We tried combining two such bright yarns for one pocket. The model becomes very unusual with such decorations.

cardigan model 2

For work use:

  • yarn as for a cardigan in two colors;
  • knitting needles according to the thickness of the selected fiber.

Measurements

Estimate the dimensions of the element. These are the usual measurements for a rectangle: length and width.

prostitute cardigan 1

Sample

Tie with beautiful prostitutes small sample. Preferably with the help stockinette stitch also link such a sample. It will be easier to further connect two such halves for work; there will be no unnecessary assembly left. First calculate the knitting density for each square, and then determine the dimensions on each side.

stockinette stitch 10

Facial surface

Rectangle

Please note that the elastic band is made in the color of the inside of the pocket, and the inside is a continuation of it. It is advisable to use an inner rectangle 2 cm wider. Knit to the required height in rows and then sharply change the thread, and the continuation will be narrower confused and in a different color. The second part is its front side. It is knitted together with the shelf. But it is advisable to measure the sides with special markers for knitting.

cardigan stockinette markers

Then make side seams for the pocket, but use right side thread so that no stitches are visible on the outside.

Now the original element for the cardigan is ready. He looks simply amazing. These are the right tones and the perfect combination of patterns.

Advice! It would be nice to pair this cardigan with a pencil skirt with similar pockets. And so that the product does not look empty, you can also sew bows in the center of each pocket in the color of the inner thread of the pocket.

cardigan blue

These are the models you can make with your own hands and knitting needles. Making a beautiful thing is easy if you pay attention to its decoration. But the most important thing in knitting is that there is no rush. We just enjoy this craft.

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