Greetings, lovers of updating your wardrobe with your own hands!
Today I'll tell you how crochet a skirt or dress, which, as has been discussed more than once on the pages of the magazine site, is relevant in the summer of 2016.

I probably wouldn’t have paid such close attention to this trend if I hadn’t discovered several dresses and skirts in my wardrobe that suddenly turned out to be too short for me.

I won’t state it as the ultimate truth, but for myself I was definitely convinced that a “young woman” is separated from an “ageless woman”... by a few centimeters of skirt length! And there are no clear formulas like “at 35 years old you must cover your knees.” Christie Brinkley and at 62 years old, she looks great in skirts above the knee, but most women, including me, are better off covering their knees. And here, as if by order, decorated or crocheted clothes come back into fashion.

I went through my skirts and decided to lengthen the ones that I especially liked, tying them with linen or lace.

Was

and this is what I got

Canvas

Wrong side

So, to tie the hem of a skirt or dress we will need:

- dress or skirt
- threads
- Crochet hook

The beauty of crocheting lies primarily in the fact that you can knit absolutely any thread, from the thinnest to the very thick. The main thing is to choose the right hook size. If we are talking about tying a product, it is necessary to select the threads so that the knitted fabric is not thicker or denser than the fabric from which the skirt is made.
To do this, you need to knit a sample of the selected lace or fabric and compare it with the fabric of the skirt or dress. If the knitted fabric is approximately the same thickness as the fabric, then the threads are selected correctly, but if the lace fabric is too thick, it is better to choose thinner threads.

The most difficult part is creating the first row of stitches on the fabric.
Take your thinnest hook and poke a hole in the fabric just above the hem stitch.

Hook the thread and thread it through the hole. (Later, carefully secure the end of the thread to the fabric)

You end up with a loop like this.

Yarn over the hook.

and thread it through the loop on your hook. You have now completed your first stitch.

Continue knitting until you have completed the entire hem or neckline.

Tying result blue dress: How to lengthen a dress or skirt with crochet: master class with photos

My skirt

Advice. Watch the tension of the thread when pulling the loop so that the fabric does not shrink or twist, but lies flat.
If the fabric of a dress or skirt is too thick, you can pierce it with a thick needle and only then plunge the hook into the finished hole.

I decided to tie a pattern around my skirt.

In general, this ornament was proposed for tying napkins, but I removed the last row from the pattern and left the hem even, without scallops.

Immediately after the first row I knitted an additional row of single crochets.

I repeated the pattern three times, first with pistachio-colored threads, then pink and again pistachio. Each subsequent color row began and ended with a row of single crochets.

Advice. To calculate the number of ornament elements, count the number of loops in a segment, for example, 10 cm and multiply by the circumference of the hem. This approach has a small error, but it is much easier than counting the total number of loops.

Having knitted the required number of rows, all that remains is to fasten the end of the thread, carefully tuck in all the protruding threads (the tails of the ligaments when changing colors, etc.), wash the finished product, let it dry and iron it.

That's all!

Crocheting is such a broad art that even crocheting the edges of a wide variety of products allows you to choose from a variety of possible options. Moreover, such a detail as crocheted a border can give a simple thing, like the most ordinary dress or blouse, an elegant, sophisticated look, or, conversely, turn it into an absurd-looking item that you don’t want to wear, even if it turns out to be the only one in your wardrobe. Therefore, it is so important to learn how to combine crochet styles and successfully apply them to the details that play a role in shaping the style - the edges of the product, crocheted.

Tablecloths, handkerchiefs, napkins, towels, curtains, sleeves and the neck of any wardrobe component will look completely new if you choose the right pattern for crocheting the edges. By the way, this technique is also used if there is a need to “hide” the mistakes of the craftswoman, which can be easily seen with the naked eye on the edges of the products. And also the finishing of the edges is different knitted patterns capable of giving a second life to any old thing that you don’t want to part with.

Crocheting the edge of a product - diagrams and description

Choosing the right pattern on the border is already half the success. This issue has its own subtleties that are important to consider when choosing a pattern for the edge of the product:

• Narrow border (up to 1.5 cm) - suitable for light knitted items with openwork motifs, and also ideal for children's clothing;
• Border extending into the collar (5-8 cm or 15-20 cm) - goes with most knitted items.
• Wide trim pattern (1.5 - 4.5 cm) - looks good on products made from medium-thick yarn, namely on the edges of the sleeves and neck of jumpers and pullovers.

A beautiful pattern along the edge can be knitted directly when creating the whole thing - then you won’t have to worry about adjusting the openwork ribbon to the product, but you can sew on a finished border by knitting it in advance. The choice here is quite simple.

But the options for patterns for tying the edges provide much more space. So, what are they possible options finishing and edge decoration knitted product Do needlewomen crochet?

• Rachy step

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The most favorite option for crocheting edges among beginning knitters is the crochet step, consisting of single crochets, which are knitted from left to right: starting to the right of the working loop. This pattern allows you to maintain the original shape of the canvas, preventing the edge from stretching. This method of tying edges also has its own variations.

Walking step from left to right

The hook is inserted into the first loop on the right and a single crochet is knitted. Insert the hook into the next loop on the right and work a single crochet again. And so on until the end of the row.

Walking step from right to left

This option for tying the edges is considered more complex, but also more familiar. With the working loop on the hook, insert the hook into the loop on the left and grab the working thread. Pull the yarn through and with both loops on the hook, turn the nose of the hook counterclockwise (see diagram above). After twisting the loops on the hook, make a yarn over and pull it through both loops on the hook. With one working loop on the hook, insert the hook into the loop on the left (moving away from you) and grab the working thread. Pull out the loop. Twist the loops on the hook again, yarn over and pull it through both loops on the hook. Continue in the same manner. The resulting rad should look something like this.

• Pico

Pico crochet patterns.

Picot binding consists of chains of several air loops closed in a circle - from three or more. These loops are ideal for tying cuffs and sleeves.

A row of picots is made on the front side of the product. Make 1 chain stitch, skip the first single crochet, work 1 single crochet into the next single crochet. Work a chain of 4 chain stitches, then do a half double crochet in the first stitch of the chain to make a picot. Work 1 single crochet into each of the next 2 single crochets. Continue knitting a picot and 2 single crochets around the edge of the piece in the same way. There are also several other picot knitting options (see diagram above).

• Arched frame or Shell

The pattern is created by knitting loops of different heights with the highest loop in the center. The shell can be made in a row, connected with single crochets, half double crochets and double crochets. The binding is performed on the front side of the product. Make 1 chain stitch, work 1 single crochet into the next stitch. Skip 1 stitch, do 1 half double crochet, 3 double crochets and 1 half double crochet, all in the next stitch. Skip 1 stitch and work 1 single crochet into the next stitch to secure the edge of the shell. Continue tying the edge of the piece with shells in the same way.

• Border of decorative openwork patterns

Here the shape and all kinds of patterns are not limited by anything except the imagination and capabilities of the knitter. There are many options for crocheting an openwork border, from simpler ones to incredibly complex ones. Often they are crocheted separately from the entire product and then sewn to the desired edges. Let's look at several schemes and ways to use them on different things.

Neck strap

Very often, needlewomen are looking for ways to crochet the neck of a sweater or cardigan so as to hide the open sections of the product, and at the same time the item takes on a more interesting and special look. There are many ways to do this; you just need to choose from dozens of schemes the most suitable harness in style. Let's look at a few examples of how to beautifully crochet a neckline to improve the look of a knitted item and not ignore the principle of completeness.

• Quick neck tie

This step-by-step design option is suitable for beginners and those needlewomen who do not have time to perform more complex neck processing. It turns out beautiful and simple.

The knitted product can be decorated with a neck made in a circle, or the ends of the neck can be connected with a seam.

We take the finished fabric and, using a crochet hook from the wrong side of the working thread, pull out a loop to the front side.

In this way we put several loops on the hook. Important: the loops should not be cast on loosely.

Then these loops are transferred to the knitting needle, after which we continue to pick up loops using a hook. We pull out a loop with a crochet hook, throw it onto a knitting needle, etc.

The loops are cast on. Now we knit the first row in such a way that there are facial loops on the wrong side, and front row purl. If we knit the neckline in a circle, we knit purl loops. If with a seam - facial ones.

If you want to achieve a “factory effect” of connecting the collar to the product, we knit the first row with knitting needles like this: on the wrong side of the product, the first row is knitted facial loops(on the front side the loops will be purl), and then the first row on the front side looks as if the collar is stitched with a needle.

According to the first option of knitting the first row, the following result is obtained:

Then we knit a neckline of the required length. If this is a loop lapel, we close it with knitting needles or crochet, as desired. If it is a stand-up collar, it is better to close the loops with a needle.

• Beautiful neck finish

This is also an easy crochet option. beautiful region, in which the most difficult and important thing is to correctly calculate the pattern’s repeat.

The height of the rapport is the width of the bar. The width of the repeat is the number of loops by which the number of loops of the entire length of the neck is divided without remainder. For example: the height of the bar is 16 rows. 16/2=8. Rapport cannot be less than 8 loops. On 8 loops we will have an openwork decker.

In this case, the neckline is 180 stitches. The selection method was used to determine the repeat of 12 loops 180:12=15. 15 repetitions of rapport.

It is better to have 2 additional loops for sewing the strip. In my case this is not the case, but the difference in the neckline pattern at the shoulder line is not noticeable.

You need to knit according to the following pattern, which shows only odd rows:

• Floral pattern

The pattern for tying is a bush made from a chain of three chain loops and two double crochets. It is knitted from one point - the base of the chain. The bushes are secured with a half-column at a certain distance from each other (for example, in two loops of the securing row of the neck). At the beginning of the row, you should make one air loop for lifting. Follow the pattern.

Beautiful sleeve treatment

Often, crocheting a sleeve is done in the same pattern as the neckline - this way the item is designed in the same style, which means it looks harmonious. Let's try to knit several easy-to-make patterns.

• Scallops for sleeves

First of all, cast on a chain of 5 chain stitches.

Insert the hook under the cast-on chain, grab the working thread and pull out the loop.

Grab the working thread again and knit the elongated loop. This is how the first single crochet is obtained, connected from under the chain, and there are 2 loops left on the hook.

Knit the elongated loop, adding another loop to the hook.

When there are 11 loops on the hook, grab the working thread and knit all the loops from the hook.

Now secure the scallop by knitting a single crochet, leaving 3 stitches from the beginning of the scallop. Knit scallops to the end of the row, following the step-by-step photo.

It is necessary to work according to the following scheme:

• Large lace border

At the beginning of the row, tie a chain stitch. Insert the hook under the nearest braid of the edge to be tied. Knit a single crochet. Knit the air loop again.

Insert the hook into the front loop of the top braid of the single crochet crocheted earlier and then insert the hook into the left side loop of the same single crochet. Insert the hook under the nearest braid of the edge to be tied. Pull out the loop. Pick up the thread and knit a single crochet. You need to repeat from points 4 to 8. The result is a binding around the edge that, due to its elasticity, will not tighten the bottom of the product.

Bottom of the product

You can crochet the bottom of the product in the most different ways, but we will consider one of the easiest options, and more complex and beautiful way bindings, suitable not only for knitted items, but also for towels, tablecloths and other products made of material.

• Trimming the bottom of a Pico item

Along the edge of the product, start knitting with two single crochets.
Next, make 3 air loops and point the hook at the base of the single crochet stitch as shown in the photo. Then again perform two single crochets and 3 chain stitches after them.

• Floral border

The row with the floral motif is knitted as follows: 3 ch. lifting, 3 dc in the first arch from vp, 1 dc in the next arch. We begin to knit a flower: 3 ch, 3 unfinished dc on one base loop, knit all the loops on the hook = 1st petal. 4 ch, remove the hook from the knitting, insert it into the upper part of the connected group of stitches from right to left, grab the last loop of the chain and pull it through all the loops = ring.

Next petal: *3 ch, 2 dc in a ring, 3 ch, sc in a ring* (= 2nd petal), repeat from * to * 2 more times. Last petal: ch 3, 3 unfinished dc, knit all loops on hook (= 5th petal). The flower is ready.

3 DC through one arch of the previous row, 1 DC into the next arch, and begin to knit the next flower.

Video lesson

Decorating the edges of crocheted items is not an easy task, because first you need to choose a beautiful pattern, then knit it correctly and without unnecessary broaches, and then sew it so that it looks perfect, and most importantly, in its place. It may be difficult for novice craftswomen to cope with this task at first, but do not despair. You can always “peep” the secrets of this craft from more experienced craftswomen.

Crocheting the edge of a product video:

Tying a thing is only half the battle. Without beautifully designed edges, the product will have an untidy and unfinished appearance. At the same time, giving beautiful shape edge of the product, you can transform and decorate a not-so-bright item. Or donate new life old, tying it with a beautiful bright border. Regardless of how the product was knitted? knitted, crocheted or by machine, the edge of the product, decorated with crochet, can be varied, beautiful and stylish.

It is impossible to obtain openwork edges either with knitting needles or by machine. This can only be done with crochet. You can tie any edges: necks, sleeves, tablecloths, hats, and so on.

The simplest and interesting schemes posted below.

The most common crocheting patterns for edges

There is a huge amount different types crocheting the edges of the product, but the most common ones are the following.

Rachy step

This type of binding is called so because it is performed from left to right, that is, in reverse side regular knitting. Its essence lies in the fact that single crochets are not knitted as usual - in the loop located to the left of the working one, but in the loop on the right. Thus, it turns out very simply beautiful harness the edges.

If the edge of the product has a non-uniform shape, then before tying the edge “crawfish step” with a contrasting thread, it is better to make a row of single crochets with a thread of the same color as the main fabric. And then finish processing the edge of the product with contrasting yarn using this type of binding. The “crawly step” is considered the simplest type of edge binding.

Pico

Using pico makes the edge more beautiful and interesting. It is most suitable for processing the edges of hats and sleeves.

Pico is knitted like this: a single crochet is made, then 3 or more chain stitches are knitted. The number of loops depends on the thickness of the yarn, as well as on the desired size of the final picot. On average this is 3 air loops. Next, a connecting stitch or single crochet is knitted into the same loop from which the first stitch was knitted. Thus, it turns out to be a jagged edge of the product.

Openwork

There are a great many varieties of openwork today. It all depends on the style of the product, on the imagination and taste of the knitter.

The openwork consists of a combination of different double crochets, picots, and air loops. This is the most complex type of product tying. However, even a beginning knitter can cope with this task, precisely following the pattern of the chosen pattern.

In some cases, crocheting the edge helps secure the end of the product. That is, if the main fabric begins to curl at the edges, then by tying its edges this can be avoided.

Also, using, for example, openwork binding, you can update the tablecloth on the table. Using openwork binding, dull napkins or coasters for hot cups will sparkle with new colors. This can be an expensive gift for family and friends. So, to tie the edge you will need:

• The yarn is either the same as the main fabric was knitted, or in a contrasting color;
• Hook of the appropriate size;
• Scissors;
• Scheme.

Before proceeding to the binding, the edge of the product should be prepared. To do this, first, using the same yarn that the product was knitted, crochet a row of single crochets. This way the binding will look neater. The binding should be done so as not to pull the edge of the product. To do this, the columns must be knitted into each edge link, without missing a single one, but at the same time, without adding extra loops.

Video on the topic of the article

Various products have been popular for quite some time. Remember grandma's bedspreads with an openwork edge, collars from school uniform and elegant table napkins. There are many techniques and patterns for crocheting edges.

Currently, this type of decorative finishing has again begun to gain popularity and has found application in very unusual places. Many needlewomen decorate purchased items in this way, give them individuality and make their own unique changes to the familiar appearance of ordinary things.

Let's look at a simple example that is becoming more common. Children's dresses made from jeans of any style look quite laconic and not flashy. If you crochet the edge of a dress or any other product made from this fabric, the whole look will immediately change. Handmade, undoubtedly, can decorate absolutely any unsightly product.

Tying fabric products

To tie the jeans, you must first mark the edge so that the holes at the base are located from each other at a distance equal to the size of the selected pattern.

This will create a smooth edge without ruffles or gathers. If you want to create a richer outfit, then you should choose a pattern for knitting a ruffled skirt.

Fabric napkins, collars, and various interior items are tied in a similar manner. Floor lamps made using this technique look great. If you make several products with the same pattern, then the style and image of the room will certainly be appreciated by even the most demanding masters of design art.

In all of the above cases, patterns of any complexity are applicable. The main thing is the combination of fabric and knitting.

Tying knitted items

Crocheting the edges of products is used not only in the execution of complex patterns. To give clear shapes and additional volume, skirt ruffles along the edge are often done in a different color from the base. This gives the product additional volume and sophistication.

Often, crocheting is done along the edge of knitted items. A fairly convenient technique that allows you to make the edge clearer and smoother. This finishing option is especially relevant in products in which it is necessary to insert a zipper.

Harness “Rachy Step”

The simplest edge tying “crawfish step” is often used to give the edge of the product additional elasticity. This is most often used on hats.

If you need to tie the edge of the product with a thread color different from the base, then attach it from the edge.

Perform one air loop for lifting.

The walking step is performed in the opposite, unusual direction. Therefore, we pass the hook into the loop located to the right of it.

Next, proceed as shown in the photo. Grab the thread and pull it through as shown. This results in 2 loops on the hook. Then pick up the thread again and knit these two stitches together. Continue tying the edge until complete.

Tying of Pico products

Pico is a popular crochet technique. The varying complexity of such binding allows you to decorate completely different products.

Let's look at an example of simple option Pico tying.

Along the edge of the product, start knitting with two single crochets.

Then again perform two single crochets and 3 chain stitches after them.

Edge binding knitted The canvas ensures that the edge will not curl and will be smooth.

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The final step in crocheting products is tying their sides. This is the final touch in needlework, giving clothes or linen an attractive look, smoothing out minor flaws. Experienced craftswomen do the finishing to get beautiful napkins, towels, bedding.

How to crochet the edge of a product

Beginning needlewomen will be interested in learning how to beautifully crochet the edge of a knitted item. Popular techniques used in the final stage of finishing include the crayfish step, picot technique and openwork patterns. Each of them will look stylish and sophisticated, and the products will be sophisticated and complemented. Making the necessary techniques is not difficult due to the secrets used.

There are 2 ways of tying:

• directly on things - allows you to avoid wasting time on carefully sewing on individual parts, the item turns out to be in a romantic, vintage or ethno style;
• knitting the details of the border and ruffles separately and then stitching them together gives things a retro look.

Finishing the sides of things helps:

• impart a new style;
• save appearance products made from loose soft yarn, which can stretch and deform over time;
• decorate;
• hide flaws.

Crawfish step tying

Well-known on the Internet is crocheting the edge of a product using the crayfish step method, used to secure the shape of the item. The knitting is based on single crochets, made in the opposite direction - from left to right. During knitting, the thread crosses in a special way and the pattern looks voluminous, beautiful, at the same time fixes the shape and does not allow the fabric to stretch. It is used for children's sweaters, scarves, and shawls for adults.

To complete this, you need to tie the sides with single crochets around the entire perimeter. After this, the thing does not need to be turned over, but on the same side, insert the tool into the loop to the right of it, pull out and tie the air lifting element. Then you need to insert the hook into the right loop again, grab the thread and knit 2 loops together. Repeat until the whole thing is tied.

How to crochet an edge using the picot technique

Not only clothes, but also shoes can be crocheted using the picot technique. It looks airy and playful due to its small size. Pico or pique is a chain of several air loops closed in a ring. There are 2 types of this pattern:

• classic - the hook is inserted into the beginning of the fabric, 3 air loops are cast on, the tool is returned to the beginning of the knitting, the elements are knitted together.
• trefoil - cast on 3 air loops, make a circle using a SS (connecting stitch), knit 3 more air elements, insert the tool at the beginning of the second leaf, knit a third leaf, collect them together with a SS.

Crochet openwork edge

No less attractive is the openwork crocheting of the edge, which will require more time and perseverance. You will need hook number 1 for the density of the pattern. First, let's look at the notations that appear in the diagrams:

• VP, GP – air loop;
• С1Н, СН – column with 1 throw;
• C + number (C3, C4) – a chain of a certain number of VPs;
• BN, SBN - column without throwing.

Knitting the pattern in rows:

1. All stitches are knitted in BN.
2. 3 VOP, repeat from CH, Ts2, CH, Ts7, skip the loop. To knit the angle Ts13, the last element is connected to the first CH.
3. Repeat: BN in Ts2, Ts4, BN in the middle of Ts7, Ts4. In the corners in the middle of Ts13, 2 BN are knitted, with 3 Ts5 between them.
4. Similar to the second one.
5. Similar to the third, in the corners 3 C6.
6. Similar to the second, in the corners of Ts15.
7. The same as the third one, in the corners 3 Ts7.
8. 3 VP, repeat: CH, Ts2, CH, Ts8. Ts17 is knitted in the corners between the dcs.
9. Repeat: all Ts8 are tied with 4 BN, picot clove, 4 BN. Ts19 in the corners are tied: 3 BN, picot clove, 3 BN, picot clove, 3 BN, picot clove, 3 BN.

Patterns for crocheting the edge of a product

There are simple and complex descriptions and patterns for crocheting the finished product. It is better for beginning craftswomen to start from the basics, gradually complicating the patterns. Experienced needlewomen can try complex, but beautiful patterns, which will decorate the thing and make it more attractive. You can find it on the Internet ready-made diagrams with descriptions, photos, master classes, video tutorials - all this will help you understand the issue and put one of the tying methods into practice.

Shawl border

There are several options for crocheting the edge of a shawl:

• the finished item is tied with a row of single crochets, turned to make arches: repeat of 3 air loops, 2 passes, 1 single crochet;
• you can simply tie a shawl using any technique (crawfish step, picot) and make a lush fringe - to do this, cut the threads to the required length, fold 3-4 pieces in half, pass through narrow holes along with the braid;
• a border made of 2 rows will be beautiful: in the first, a repeat of 2 yarn overs, an increase in a loop, a yarn over with 2 loops knitted together, 1 yarn over, 1 skip, knitted 4 times with 2 loops each, 1 VP, 1 dc; in the second row - rapport of 3 BN, 5 GP.

Jacket neckline

To create a tight crochet edge, it will be useful for novice craftsmen to know simple techniques and descriptions of finishing the armhole:

• determine the wrong side of the item, lay a VP chain (chain stitch) along the front side - pierce the outer stitches in the middle, knit 2 loops from a double crochet stitch, 1 without it;
• turn the item inside out towards you, knit a strip - from BN or without it, of any openwork pattern.

Crochet border for tablecloth

Cute festoons will become stylish decoration edges for the corners of the tablecloth. There is a description for their execution, following which you can get a three-dimensional dense pattern:

• knit the first row with single crochets;
• in the second row repeat: 1 BN, skip 2 loops, 4 DC in the next loop (2 VP are knitted between the columns), skip 2 loops;
• The row ends with a connecting thread.

For a beautiful patterned border, below is the following diagram, which will be simple even for beginners:

• knit the first row with VP;
• second - BN;
• third - 1 BN, 2 skips, from 1 loop knit 4 CH and 4 VP, repeat.

Crocheting the edge of a blanket

A cozy, warm blanket can become even brighter thanks to the trim of a lace border, knitted by hand. It can be knitted separately and attached to the item, or you can also knit a blanket separately - then the product will be finished with the same or a contrasting thread. The first processing option is called shells:

• 3 VP, a chain of VP in a multiple of 6;
• wrong side: 1 sc from 2 loops, then 1 sc from each element;
• 3 VP, skip, 1 CH, repeat – 1VP, skip, 2С1Н, turn;
• 5VP, 1 RLS, rapport - 4 VP, 1 RLS, last 2 - 2 VP, 1 SC;
• VP, RLS, rapport - BN, increase, SN, increase, RLS.

The fringe from the border for the towel will be obtained by making a spring pattern:

• the VP base is knitted with 2 rows of BN;
• VP, BN, rapport - BN, 15 VP, turn, skip, 2 BN from each VP, half double crochet in BN at the base.

The net border is knitted crosswise in short rows, description for it:

• 1 C1H in loop 6, alternating - VP, skip, C1H;
• 4 VP, skip, S1H, VP, S1H, alternating 3 times – VP, skip, S1H, alternating three times – VP, S1H.

crochet granny square - patterns and step by step description you will find them in the presented master classes.

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