Knitted scarves

The scarf is a rectangular piece of fabric that protects the neck and face from the wind and cold. As a piece of clothing, the scarf first appeared about two millennia ago in China. It was there that knitting, including scarves, was first born. In the Middle Ages, scarves were worn exclusively by the military as part of their uniforms. In the future, the scarf became a piece of clothing only for the elite, who could afford expensive scarves made of cashmere, silk, etc. The scarf entered mass fashion only in the twentieth century. The peak of its popularity began in the 50-60s. last century. In many ways, the popularization of the scarf was promoted by the hippie trend.

Knitted scarves have undergone various transformations in style, manufacturing methods, use of materials, colors, sizes.

Classic hand-knitted scarves remain relevant, different lengths and in different knitting techniques - English elastic, rib, rice knitting, openwork knitting, braids, patterns. Scarves are knitted, crocheted, on the hands, with a fork, on bobbins, on a knitting machine, etc.

Snood has become popular in recent years - a kind of scarf in the form of a figure eight or a circle wrapped around the neck. The advantage of the snood is its practicality - it can also be used as a headgear in the form of a hood.

Another variety is scarf scarfwhich is the upper part of the garment with sleeves. There are also scarves-hoods, scarves-collars.

Wide and long scarves - stoles came to modern from Eastern countries. Such stoles are distinguished by their bright and multicolored color, the use of fine materials containing wool, cashmere, and silk. Such scarves allow you to use them as a shawl, scarf, cape.

Cape Scarves have become an unusual alternative to a regular scarf in cool weather. Scarves with openwork knit look light and romantic.

In recent years, the fashion for chunky knit scarves, voluminous patterns... Such models favorably emphasize the sophistication of the image, fragility and originality.

The scarf has acquired the status of all-season thanks to the various materials from which it can be executed. In spring and autumn, knitted scarves are used from acrylic, cotton thread, viscose, or mixed threads with a small wool content.

Winter knitted scarves are made of denser yarn, often with wool - alpaca, merino, cashmere, llama.

Knitted scarves take a special place. from fur of mink, beaver, raccoon, polar fox. Such models are also popular with fashionistas. They are made in various knitted fur techniques.

There are no length limits in modern knitted scarves. Snoods are usually knitted of short length.enough for one or two turns around the neck.

Classic knitted scarves are short, in the position on the neck, the halves of the scarf can be up to the chest, to the waist, to the middle of the thigh.

Headscarves, scarves, hooded scarves, collar scarves are short or not very long.

The latest fashion trends have brought popularity to long and extra-long scarves.

Here you should also pay attention to the width of the scarf, which is also different. Long and narrow scarves, long and wide, are in fashion.

Knitted scarves with a large knit can be either long or short.

Knitted scarves are available in many wool yarns, acrylic, cotton, nylon. The thread thickness also varies. Fine yarn makes scarves with a small loop pitch. For coarse and textured knitting, a thicker thread is used.

The most common types of yarn for scarves can be called merino wool yarn containing wool of llama, angora, mohair, alpaca. These types of threads are found both in pure form and with the addition of acrylic, polyester, etc.

Melange thread is very popular, from which an unusual and beautiful pattern is obtained in the finished product. There are yarns with a gradient color, when knitted, interesting color transitions are obtained from it.

In addition to traditional yarn, scarves are knitted from pompons. - knitted, fur, large and small. These scarves are unusually beautiful and textured.

Knitted scarves made of grass yarn, which has a long pile, look unusual.

A knitted scarf can decorate not only the texture of the thread, color or decor, but also the way of knitting., pattern or drawing. The simplest and most laconic in appearance are scarves in garter stitching, an elastic band. More complex in execution and advantageous appearance there are scarves in English elastic band, openwork execution, with knitted patterns - braids, rhombuses, flowers, etc.

Knitting patterns are found in ethnic, geometric style. Knitted patterns in floral, animalistic style, patterns of letters and inscriptions are popular. Knitted scarves with flounces look interesting. Shuttlecocks can be delicate.

Scarves-stoles and scarves-capes also remain relevant, transforming in terms of decor, sophistication of patterns and color.

The most popular trend is the chunky knit scarf. Such scarves are made of a very thick thread and can even be knitted on the hands, using them as knitting needles.

Scarves are tied differently, wrapped around the neck, fastened using other methods (brooches, buttons, laces) - for every style and occasion, you can wear the same knitted scarf in a special way.

The color scheme of knitted scarves is varied: along with traditional colors - white, gray, black, blue, orange, red, green, sand, brown, there are multi-color scales, bright shades, gradient transitions.

The decor of scarves is widespread - brooches, fringes, pompons, tassels, lace, braid, ribbons, beads, sequins, decorative stones and buttons, zippers.

Embroidery, beading, inscriptions are also used as decor.

The main purpose of the scarf is to protect the neck and face from cold and wind. This scarf function is still relevant today. In winter and autumn, everyone's wardrobe cannot do without this item.

The scarf also serves as a spectacular accessory to the entire look. It can be selected in the main style of your image, match the color scheme, or it can become a bright and unusual accent, "highlight".

In the wardrobe of fashionistas there is not one scarf, but several at once - for all occasions and weather conditions.

Choosing a scarf is not difficult now. It all depends on the image, style and personal preference. Modern fashion offers many variations to suit all tastes.

• A beautiful knitted scarf of large knit oversized size will become an indispensable accessory for young fashionistas. Bright white accentuates this wardrobe detail. Chunky knit emphasizes the sophistication and fragility of the image. At the same time, such a scarf gives its owner independence and character, softness and femininity. The universal color makes it possible to combine in various looks and with different options for outerwear.

• A classic knit scarf in a universal color will suit any woman for everyday wear. The unusual way of fastening the scarf with the help of a volumetric button attracts attention. This option gives the image originality and femininity.

• A long and narrow scarf goes well with an evening dress. Openwork knitting, decoration with tassels gives this scarf airiness and lightness. One has only to pick up a scarf to match the outfit and your image of a fatal beauty, independent and confident, is completed perfectly. In the first case, a light openwork version of the scarf in a blue shade is presented, in the second case, the scarf is made of shiny threads. It is recommended to wear such scarves wrapped around the neck in one turn and thrown over the shoulder.