Knitted Home decor: 75 photo ideas made with their own hands

In one version of the first to come up with knitting Arabs. Crusaders during his famous expedition assembled subtleties of craft and brought this knowledge to Spain. In another version, it is believed that the Old World technique of knitting brought Coptic monks, clothes that stand out against the background of roughly woven things Europeans. For sure find out who scored the first loop on the needle, most likely it will not be possible. Age knitting technique also varies greatly, from 5-6 hundred years before the Millennium. Now things are made and crochet, still remain valid. Some seamstresses create flush toilets with hats, gloves, skirts, sweaters and handbags made of threads. Knitted Home decor adds a feeling of warmth and coziness. In addition, these things are easy to do yourself, you just cut out the window in the schedule for needlework. This article will talk about the techniques of knitting and home decoration options cute little thing made by hand.

Interesting facts about knitting

Now knitting is considered a purely feminine hobby, but it was not always. In the XVII century in France and the Czech Republic joined the men in a fierce struggle with the fairer sex for the monopoly in knitting stockings. Women are forced out of the craft in all possible ways. special agreement concluded between leading Chulochnikov in which they pledged not to hire young ladies to work. A century earlier, when the knitted things were still a novelty, the Swedish king was for 30 pairs of socks made on the spokes. The cost of each was equal to the annual salary of the monarch valet. Since over time the thread to perish, scientists for a long time could not find the ancient samples of garments knitted pieces, but once they were lucky. The most "old" with the toe is considered a godsend in a tomb of Egyptian pharaoh. an item of clothing had a symbolic pattern that was to protect the wearer from bad luck and tricks "harmful" deities, and its age is more than a thousand years. In African tribes, instead of needles used special wooden frames, which, incidentally, is also used for more than a century. The first knitting machine was invented in 1589 by an English monk. Prices for "stamped" goods have declined since their production has become less expensive, but the craft of knitting by hand is not sunk into oblivion. On the contrary, those parts of clothing and décor began valued several times higher, because they are unique. The common name of the material, which is created on the machines - jersey. The yarn used is thinner that allows you to do things with graceful neat patterns. Unlike tissue where yarns intertwine two systems, knitted fabrics are created by connecting loops. Unofficial nickname "Queen of Knitwear" in the world of haute couture had Sonia Rykiel. Its designer sweaters worn by Audrey Hepburn and Françoise Hardy. Now in different corners of the globe held a number of competitions in speed knitting. Absolute record holder is currently considered Dutchwoman Miriam Tegels. It connects in 1 minute 118 loops. But in another competition distinguished man who is a little less than 6 hours produced the scarf is three meters long. Knitting was a type of needlework, which in addition to painting and embroidery polls engaged girls from well-off families in the Middle Ages. Many little things become true works of art, because the ladies had a lot of free time.

knitting ways

At the moment there are two main types of knitting:

• The spokes;
• Hook.

Although there are still a number of less popular techniques with a fork or hook. Spokes can be knit in English and European (continental) way. The difference in them is only that in the first case with the thread of the coil is applied to the index finger of his right hand, and the second - the left. European equipment is popular in Japan, but in China's favor US. In the most

Britain and the United States use both. Although no significant difference in them do not, many people choose to tying for lefties and righties. If you have to work with needles, there are two main types of loops:

• facial;
• Purl.

Hinges are interrelated, since the face with the back side look like a purl or vice versa. They are used in any mating. For complex patterns (bumps, braids, mesh) is added into the web crossed, elongated, edge, double, air, and additional hinges sc. Among the types of knitted hosiery mark (normal and elastic), handkerchief, Scandinavian two-tone, rice, enterlak, patchwork, quilt, and "domino". Also popular so-called "gum". It is classified in English, convex, hollow, double, displaced or crossed loops. If the mistress prefers crochet, then for the most commonly used two techniques:

• Tunisian crochet;
• Irish lace.

In addition they are also used surface, nuking, loin, Bavarian relief and knitting. In the paintings of knitters will meet air loop (base in crochet work), relief, connecting bars and polustolbiki with one (two, three, four) sc or without him, "rachy step "pico. With the help of yarn and hook you can own hands to create an original, beautiful decoration for the interior of the house. Masters knit cushion covers for pillows, blankets, towels, pot holders, coasters under hot and covers for sofas, dishes, bottles.

In recent years, gaining popularity hands knitting machines without any special tools, ie the loop gain toes. For this method will suit any yarn. You can buy a special thick, fluffy yarn from which the bulky items, or use a regular for openwork products.

Pillows, blankets - the warmth and comfort in the interior

Pillows and blankets are a major house-decoration for upholstered furniture and a great way to learn the simple art of knitting for beginners. Pillow cases are manufactured according to the same principle as with blankets, but followed by fixing or crosslinking the lock of the rear seat, which will form a pocket. Although hand-knitting is not as perfect as machines, after the first wash the loop rows on the products, usually aligned. four techniques are used for the manufacture of rugs:

Straight	Is no different from the usual knitting, as the transitions occur from row to row.
Bias or diagonal	In this case, you need to move from the corner to the middle of a set of loops and then again to the corner of their decrease.
circular	Blankets knitted so rarely, as equipment is mainly used for the manufacture of the mat. At the same time move from the track center to the edges.
modular	First plaid associated parts, which are subsequently stitched together. Technique is similar to the patchwork.

For pillows are analogous except for the circular knit, which is not used because of the special shape of the finished product. Especially interesting knitted patchwork. Individual modules can be connected after the manufacturing or process. Sew them together with a needle - the easiest option. Connect with a hook will create a delicate gaps between the modules that will add elegance plaid. To work needed multicolored yarn and knitting needles. The modules can have the classic square shape or be circular, triangular, as asterisks or rhombuses.

Miniature Children Baby Soft can be used instead of envelopes for babies, if a child needs to walk or visit a clinic.

Knitted covers for furniture

Covers for furniture needed in the first place to protect the surface from wear and beauty goes by the wayside. So many people think, but functional is not always mediocre. With the help of needles or hooks can tie a large part of the furniture and decorate the house cozy and soft hendmeydom. Also warm "protection" will help to change the style in the interior or mask unusable trim. When knitting covers for chairs and sofas typically combine two techniques. The main part of the web in contact with the human body is performed without patterns and relief elements, which may cause some discomfort when sitting or lying down. But hanging part covering the lower part of the sofa and armrests, can already be created with pigtails, knobs and flowers. To make these patterns require circuitry that can be found on the Internet or special journals on needlework.

knitted ottomans

Ottomans become convenient and easy to replace cumbersome seats and hard chairs. They are mobile, soft and perfectly to your body shape, allowing you to take any posture while sitting. Ottomans have a small height, so convenient in cases when a person is doing something for the coffee table or on the floor. The absence of the back is useful for the spine. Sitting on pufe like training with fitball, when a person has to be a balance and find a balance, thereby passively connecting different muscle groups. If necessary, this furniture can be used instead of tables. Puffs organically combined with modern style and are considered the best option for small apartments, where there is no place for a massive furniture. To create a simple frameless element required:

• 700 grams of thick yarn;
• The spokes (15 mm);
• Foam filling;
• Thread and needle or hook for sewing.

To make an ottoman width and height of 50 cm, will need to dial 40-50 loops. Knit have about 140-150 series. Instead of laborious counting is commonly used method of measurement "by eye". The length of the first dialed a number and height will be the future ottoman, and the width of mating will be his "circle". Once the canvas is ready, his "short" are sewn edge. Sidewall pull together and also secured from the inside by filling with foam.

Knitted accessories for the dining room

With the help of yarn and needles or hook, you can create not only normal tissues, but covers for cups, glasses, pot holders, decorative towels or stand under a hot. For the manufacture of caps, or caps on teapots used woolen thread. They have been known to retain heat well and allow to save it for much longer. A similar situation with covers for cups and coasters. Wool "odyozhki" will help stretch the warm tea and savoring will protect your hands from burns. To use a tack acrylic or cotton threads. Synthetics, in contact with the hot melt baking. Pot holders and the substrate under hot will be nice and cozy decoration in the kitchen. Crochet knit fishnet festive tablecloth that will blend in with the rustic and ethnic style, Provence. If the kitchen a little space, then from the placemat can be safely discarded in favor of hinged "pockets." Their knitting needles, and then fastened directly on the wall. Of course, pre-dry the utensils you need to accumulate in pockets no moisture.

floor mats

Mats and tracks are very popular even in modern interiors. It is a cozy addition to make a strict environment is softer and more lively. Rugs can have very different shape from classic squares and circles and to asymmetric options. The last run in knitted patchwork technique. From small rugs spread round the entire "track" on the floor along the main "highway" of the room. these products are not suitable for the bathroom, because they retain moisture and eventually begin to exude an unpleasant smell. But out there in this situation, because you can use plastic bags instead of yarn. Of these, twisted strands, which replaces the filament. Knit these mats, crocheting nepromokayki better.

Make mats can not only from yarn or packages. The course will corrupt nylon tights, ribbon for bows and even old T-shirts, cut into strips.

Openwork covers candlesticks, vases and other containers

Covers for jars, candlesticks, bottles and boxes have long since become a classic. They are perfectly combined with Provence and retro. Easy bank become beautiful decoration element, if it is to decorate knitted "clothes" with a folding collar at the neck. Original look composition of packagings of different sizes with covers made in several techniques. Candlesticks the night, thanks to the knitting will exude a soft, diffused light, which will be a welcome addition to the romantic setting. Decorating the covers can not only container, but the very candles. Their "dress" to "sweater" with buckles and buttons. It looks great, such compositions under the Christmas tree, near Easter cake and basket with eggs.

Christmas decorations

The New Year always want something special. Besides the standard set of garlands, rain and beads decorate Christmas tree knitted snowflakes, figures of animals and hearts. Yarn made warm "pockets" in which placed miniature pine cones and gifts. If not the most Christmas tree, then it is made of threads. A miniature version of green beauty, of course, does not replace the original pine, but will help to create a sense of celebration. From knitted wool balls and glomeruli were collected wreaths, which further decorate sequins, beads, buttons, ribbons and cones. Bells with flirty satin bows made spokes, decorate box, Christmas tree and candles on the table. Bearded Santa Claus, too, are made from yarns with a hook. These miniatures decorate any surface and complement other decorations.

Crocheted pillowcases for pillows is provided with pockets. On New Year's Eve they put spangled spruce twigs.

Knitted toys - and not only amigurumi

Amigurumi - knitting machines beast and humanized items (muffins, rolls, fruit, hats), which appeared in Japan. Description of the method is easy to find on the Internet. The word "amigurumi" from Japanese translates as "wrapped, knitted". Perhaps the technique could have remained popular only in Japan, if at the end of the last century, the world has not embraced the fashion for all the "kawaii", that is, causing tenderness, lovely. One of the symbols of that culture was the baby Hello Kitty, which the Japanese vyvyazyvayut active in all sorts of colors and clothes. The technique creates amigurumi calves, cats, dogs, bears, fish, octopus. The main thing that turned a touching toy. Dimensions classical amigurumi not exceed 10 cm. Now there is a tendency of growth of toys, some models can reach 50 cm in height. Amigurumi used instead keychain or bags, but some collected by the entire collection on the shelves at home. Knit and crochet baby animals. The Japanese also like to produce in a similar technique heroes anime and manga: Pikachu (and other Pokemon), Ponyo, Totoro.

conclusion

Knitting - employment, perfectly calm nerves and produces patience. This type of needlework develops fine motor skills of hands, which is useful for both adults and children. The decor created or crocheted, will be an original, sweet and just a beautiful addition to home comfort.