It's no secret that mohair is the favorite yarn of many knitters. After all, products made from it look feminine and elegant. And besides, they knit quickly and with pleasure.
Reference!
Mohair is made from the finest wool of Angora goats. This natural fiber is very strong and durable. And the clothes it makes are warm, comfortable and light.
How to knit a mohair pullover
First of all, you need to choose a model. Preferably with a detailed description and pattern diagrams. For beginners, a simple and loose silhouette made with stockinette stitch is suitable.
It is very important to choose the right size and good quality knitting needles. And most importantly, buy good yarn.
Selecting threads
When choosing threads, be guided by your taste and available budget. Pay attention to the label. It indicates the composition, as well as the approximate number of skeins for the finished item. In the description of the model they always write how much yarn is needed.
Advice!
Buy yarn with a reserve (50–100 g).An unpleasant “surprise” at the end of knitting can be the search for the missing skein and an unfinished product. The color of threads from another batch of the same manufacturer may differ significantly. And the leftovers can always be used somewhere.
On the modern market, mohair is presented in a huge range of colors - from pastel tones to rich bright ones. When purchasing threads, make sure the color you choose matches your wardrobe. Natural shades are always relevant, and bright and rich colors create a joyful mood.
The process requires good knitting needles
Products made from mohair are usually knitted with thick knitting needles. Such a canvas turns out to be free and weightless. Both straight (length 25–40 cm) and circular on a fishing line (30–150 cm) are suitable for work.
Reference!
The knitting needle number corresponds to its diameter in millimeters.
The material from which they are made is of great importance. Experienced knitters prefer metal knitting needles. They are durable and last a long time. The loops slide through them easily and quickly. Excellent knitting with plastic or bamboo products.
On a note!
A very interesting “striped” effect is obtained if you knit with different numbers of needles. For example, one row is No. 3.5, and the next is No. 9. This does not affect the width of the part, the height of the row changes.
From a huge assortment, choose those knitting needles that are convenient and pleasant for you to work with.
Knitted mohair pullover: diagrams and description
Various clothing models are knitted from mohair. It could be a classic jumper or an openwork sweater, a stylish jacket or a romantic tunic. An incredibly light and airy stole or shawl will decorate your wardrobe. A cardigan will keep you warm in cold weather.
We offer you several models with detailed descriptions and pattern diagrams.
We knit a simple red mohair pullover with knitting needles
We offer a diagram of a simple mohair pullover. It is suitable for beginner needlewomen, as well as for professionals who want something simple. See the description of the process and the diagram in the photo.
DIY gray mohair cardigan
Please note that the front of the cardigan consists of two parts: the left and right front. They should be knitted symmetrically (mirror). To avoid getting confused in the process, make a description in advance and follow it.
How to make a pullover from kid mohair with knitting needles
World designers use very thin and silky fiber – kid mohair – to make clothes. Soft and delicate wool is obtained from kids (up to six months old) at the first shearing. Polyamide, silk or nylon are added to the yarn composition.
We offer you instructions on how to knit a blue pullover from kid mohair.
Useful tips for needlewomen: how to knit a mohair pullover
Take into account some of the tricks of skilled needlewomen.
- Do you want to knit the perfect size item? Make a sample in your chosen pattern. Wash it. And then, on an area of 10 × 10 cm, count the number of loops and rows. Make calculations according to your measurements. In descriptions of models and on skeins of yarn, the knitting density is always written. But each needlewoman has her own style of work (knitting can be “loose” or very tight). If the instructions require more loops, then take thicker knitting needles or knit looser. If a smaller number of stitches is indicated, then use thinner knitting needles (½ number less) or knit more tightly.
- Before starting work, make sure that the dimensions given in the description match yours.. This is easy to check on a finished model from your wardrobe.
- If you have little experience and this is your first model, start with something simpler.
- When knitting complex patterns, use a row counter. This handy thing makes your work process easier and allows you to keep count. The device is put on the knitting needles and the drum is turned at the end of the row.
- Using a hook is very convenient for hiding the “tails” from the threads.
- Knit the sleeves simultaneously from separate balls on the same knitting needles. This way they are guaranteed to be the same.
- Cast on the stitches of the initial row with a thicker chain. You will get a smooth and elastic bottom of the product.
We hope these tips help you create a mohair pullover.
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