Your knitting is getting wider because you added extra stitches. You may see a gentle slope on the edge of the knitting or small gaps in the middle of the fabric. Compare the number of “live” stitches on your needle to the number of stitches that you originally cast on.
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Why is the scarf I’m knitting getting wider?
If the sides of your knitting aren’t straight, but instead have little steps on either side, the knitting gets wider as you go along, or you have holes in your knitting, you are accidentally adding extra stitches. Do you have the same number of stitches as you cast on?
How do you decrease the width of a knitted scarf?
Simple decreasing is done by decreasing stitches at the beginning and/or end of the rows. This is done by knitting 2 stitches together, simply reducing 2 stitches to 1. This is the simplest form of shaping.
When knitting a scarf How wide should it be?
When it comes to the width of your knitted scarf, it’s a matter of preference. The average width of a knitted scarf can range from 4.5” (11 cm) wide to 8” (20 cm) wide. Any wider and you cross over into Lenny Kravitz land. For this easy scarf knitting pattern, I’ll stay within the 5-6 inch range.
How do you lay flat in knitting?
Let the wool soak for about 30 minutes, but don’t rub! After 30 minutes, rinse carefully and drain the excess water without wringing or twisting (you don’t want to risk felting your project), wrap it in a towel and squeeze gently. Next, lay your project out on a flat surface where you can pin it into the desired shape.
Which knitting stitch is best for a scarf?
DIAGONAL RIB STITCH. The Diagonal Rib Knit Stitch is a great way to create the depth of ribbing while allowing your piece to easily lie flat. This 8-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern would be perfect to knit up a pillow or an elegant scarf.
How wide should a woman’s scarf be?
Women’s scarves can be anywhere from 5 to 10 inches. Dress scarves are usually narrower, but scarves that can also be used as shawlettes may be as wide as 10 inches, or more. Skinny scarves that are about 3 to 5 inches wide can be worn in warmer weather, often as a fashion accessory.
What causes a hole in knitting?
One of the most common problems new knitters have is that their knitting doesn’t stay the same width as they work because they are inadvertently either adding or subtracting stitches as they go. This can result in unintentional holes appearing in their knitting pattern, which no one wants.
How wide should a man’s knitted scarf be?
6 to 14 inches
Scarf Width & Length – Width should be from 6 to 14 inches, length from 50 to 90 inches, although an average height man wants a scarf at least 60 inches and a larger man should look for one in the 70 inch range.
What size needles do you use to knit a scarf?
The larger the yarn and the lighter the color, the easier it will be to see your stitches. You will also need size 13 US (9 mm) knitting needles or whatever size creates the gauge you want.
How many rows of stitches do you need for a scarf?
To measure, place the knitting on a flat surface, place the measuring tape under the needle, and measure down to the cast-on edge. Work the 6 rows of the pattern stitch. These are the rows that form the ridges at each end of the scarf. Repeat rows 9 and 10 until the knitting measures 6 inches from the cast-on edge.
Is it better to knit loose or tight?
Never try to knit tighter (or looser, for that matter). Let the needle do the work for you. Relax your shoulders, loosen your grip, breathe. Your joints and neck will thank you for it.
Do tight knitters use more yarn?
Garments with a loose gauge:
Take less yarn to knit an item – stitches tightly packed together mean more yarn per inch than stitches spread out.
What happens if you knit too loose?
Too tight tension makes it tiresome to knit, puts a strain on your hands and wrists, and make the fabric too dense. Loose tension causes too big stitches and loose fabric, and it’s harder to knit when your stitches get tangled in one another.
Why does my scarf curl when I knit?
Knit stitches are a little bit shorter and narrower than purl stitches. When you’re working a pattern that has knits and purls on both sides, this difference in stitch size doesn’t matter, but when you’re working in stockinette stitch, where all the knit stitches are on one side of the work, the knitting tends to curl.
How do you keep a knitted scarf laying flat?
If you want a lacy effect that will also help the scarf lay flat, add 6 stitches to your scarf when you cast on. Knit the first stitch, wrap the yarn around your needle and use it to knit the next 2 stitches together. Work the pattern across the row until you get to the last 3 stitches. Then K2, yarn over, and K1.
How many balls of wool do you need for a scarf?
You may need approx. 5 or 6 50g balls of wool to make your scarf. You can choose any colour wool, even a multicolour wool.
How many skeins of yarn do I need for a scarf?
How much yarn do I need to make a ____?
| Yarn Weight 1 | Yarn Weight 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Hat | 250-325 Yards | 250-325 Yards |
| Scarf | 525-825 Yards | 450-625 Yards |
| Socks | 350-500 Yards | 300-450 Yards |
| Shawl | 550-850 Yards | 450-700 Yards |
How long should a scarf be for a woman?
about 60" long
Traditionally, a scarf goes tip to tip. To do this, try holding your arms out so that the scarf reaches from your left finger across to your right one. On average, this scarf will be about 60″ long. Most short scarves are 55″ long, medium scarves are roughly 70″ extended, and long scarves are about 82″ in length.
Does hot water shrink wool?
Wool expands slightly when you submerge it in water as the fiber absorbs the water. It will return to its original size as it dries as long as you don’t add heat or motion. Hot water can shrink wool, but only if you also agitate the wool.
Does wool shrink in cold water?
Wool shrinks under these combined conditions: heat, water, and agitation. Therefore, soak your wool sweater for a half day in a basin of cold water with a bit of very gentle soap, like Ivory. Gently squeeze the sweater with your hands, without twisting it. After you squeeze it, let it soak again for an hour or so.