Bactus on a knitting machine: diagram and description

The range of knitted items created by the craftsmen is amazing. And over time, any accessory accumulates a lot of different variations. so it happened with the scarf. Especially popular with modern fashionistas is her original variation, which is called bactus. You can make it on knitting needles or crochet. But the least time-consuming will be the manufacture of a knitting machine. Let's look at how this is done.

What is necessary for knitting bactus on a machine

Despite the external simplicity of the model, it is necessary to carefully prepare for this work. To do this, follow these steps.

  • Choose the appropriate shape : narrow model, isosceles triangle, asymmetry, semicircle and so on.
  • Decide on the direction of knitting the fabric. It can be made from the wide side to the corner, from the corner to the wide side, from one corner to another or diagonally.
  • The selection of the pattern, which is carried out in accordance with the taste and preferences of the future owner.
  • Sample making . As in the manual method, the machine version requires a detailed calculation, which is carried out according to the pattern and pattern.

Important! The sample must be subjected to wet-heat treatment. In this case, subsequent calculations will be more accurate. And also hidden defects of the material will appear (stretching, shrinkage), if any.

In addition, special attention is required to the source material for the manufacture . It is best to use special yarn for machine knitting. But if this is not available, you can apply the option for hand knitting medium and low density with parameters of 400-600 m / 100 g.

How to tie a bactus on a knitting machine

To understand the creation process itself, we will consider step-by-step the creation of a diagonal scarf.

For the embodiment you will need a plain blended yarn (wool / acrylic) with parameters of 500 m / 100 g .

Work description

  • To knit on a knitting machine a sample of a pattern that is formed due to yarn.

Attention! In machine knitting, you can use two methods of knitting increases. First: looping a neighboring knitting needle next to the outer loop. Second: the offset using the decker of the two extreme loops through one position.

  • Calculate the increases and decreases according to the sample and your size. In the diagonal process, increases and decreases are performed on both sides of the canvas simultaneously.
  • Collect the estimated number of loops to start knitting and knit six rows with the wrong side of the stitch.
  • Next, execute a series of crochet patterns.
  • Then knit a stitch imitating a stalk. To do this, knit as follows: 2 p.
  • Knit a crochet pattern in mirror image.
  • Continue the canvas according to the pattern: 10 rows of wrong side, row with hemstitch.
  • Perform until the product reaches the desired height.
  • Close the loop.

A product created with your own hands can not only be worn, transforming your appearance, but also used as a present for loved ones or colleagues. Enjoy your creative work and smooth loops!