Unlike singlecolor brioche stitch, both knit and purl brioche stitches are used in twocolor brioche. Two color brioche stitch with a selvedge edge the light color lc forms knit columns on light side ls of the work. I knit this two color swatch with deluxe worsted tweed superwash for two reasons. New adventures in reversible colorwork revised edition double knitting is the art of creating a knitted fabric with no wrong side, but thats only the beginning. Scenes of winter reversible double knit blanket pattern by gertraud. I note that hardcover copies can command quite a premium, and have recently. Youll find everything you need to hone your craft, whether you want to start with the basics or knit your own expertlevel goods. The technique can be used to form knitted tubes, selflining hats and mittens, doublesided blankets and scarves, or to impress knitting friends by working two socks at the same time. Melissa leapmanbestselling author of mastering color knitting. Not so for lynne barrs groundbreaking book reversible knitting.
Reversible twocolor knitting book by jane neighbors. Most of the book is actually a stitch library that gives directions for making specific two color stitch patterns that look good on both sides. Reversible cabled scarf pattern knit lion brand yarn. When you use the intarsia method, you are adding a pool of color as you knit and linking it on all sides with the adjoining colors. This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising. Twocolor double knitting tutorial purl soho youtube. Look at this spectacular double knit throw made in valley yarns northampton. The finished fabric is completely reversible, lending itself to colorwork, contrasting. Below are three reversible pattern stitches from ms.
Adding more colors to your knitted goods is a great way to add contrast, complements, interest, and personality to your work. I recently came across the concept of reversible cables, what a lovely and tidy thing, especially for a nice thick scarf that wont curl in on itself and you wont have to worry about having the correct side facing out. See more ideas about knitting, double knitting and knitting patterns. Jan 15, 2014 there are only two tricks to knitting multi rather than single color stockinette. Unlike single color brioche stitch, both knit and purl brioche stitches are used in two color brioche. Create the knitting projects of your dreams with interweave where youll find knitting kits, patterns, knitting yarn, tools and much more. Reversible twocolor knitting by jane neighbors, hardcover.
Double knitting reversible twocolor designs, knitting book. Twocolor brioche stitch with a selvedge edge the light color lc forms knit columns on light side ls of the work. This book is now out of print, but there is a revised edition available with updated charts, redesigned patterns, rewritten text, and a fresh layout. Reversible twocolour double knitting double knitting is a traditional technique that produces two layers in one piece of knitting. Buy a cheap copy of reversible two color knitting book by jane neighbors.
The fascinating technique of double knitting produces a twofaced, negativeimage fabric. Reversible twocolor knitting by neighbors, jane and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The vibrant shades of taiyo are showcased to great effect in this stunning doublesided scarf difficulty level. Barr takes the innovations and lessons from her first book, knitting new scarves and takes a huge leap forward with this new title. Today in this video we will learn a new design which will enhance the beauty of your sweater or cardigan and so on so lets learn.
As you can see, i havent gotten very far, but im doing a reversible pattern the b reads as a b on both sides, instead of a b and a backwards b, and im keeping the colors on the logo the same and just changing the color of the background. See more ideas about knitting, knitting stitches and knitting projects. Our directory links to free knitting patterns only. We have a variety of free knitting patterns for baby hats, including beanies, pixie hats, earflap hats, preemie hats, cute animal hats and more. Oct 07, 2009 palindrome, a reversible cable scarf i recently came across the concept of reversible cables, what a lovely and tidy thing, especially for a nice thick scarf that wont curl in on itself and you wont have to worry about having the correct side facing out. Reversible two color knitting by jane neighbors, 9780684176475, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Slipstitch color patterns 2nd, patterns that are not reversible. Double knitting reversible twocolor designs, knitting.
Our gorgeous new season alpaca gives this scarf the kind of coziness that feels so good against your neck, while our classic mulberry merino brings understated luster and smooth warmth. Not only is every one of the 50 stitch patterns completely new and never before seen, but each is also reversiblefor a total of 100 different looks. Knitted baby hats are an essential accessory, and most of them are quick and easy to make for knitters of any experience level. Paperback published in october 2008 by schoolhouse press. Obviously, not all patterns for these kinds of knitted items are double sided. However, it turns out that there are a number of techniques and pattern stitches to create colorwork fabrics which do, some of which are described in jane neighbors reversible two color knitting. Reversible twocolour double knitting ann kingstone. That idea sat on the back burner until elaine rowley asked me what i wanted to do to follow styles, and i answered a learntoknit series. Most of the stitch dictionaries on knitters shelves are remixes of familiar stitch patterns already published elsewhere. Easy twocolor knitting two rows at a time knitmuch. If you encounter a problem accessing any of the patterns, we urge you to report this to us. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This style of knitting has been simplified by the author to enable you to work both sides in a single pass.
The same technique is used to change colors and join yarnswhen you add yarn f. Most of the book is actually a stitch library that gives directions for making specific twocolor stitch patterns that look good on both sides. Reversible two color designs by mlou baber patterns double knitting. While it is a traditional hardback book, i wasnt upset as i sat on the train absorbed in the clear photos, unique stitch organization for the 50 included designs, and the unique patterns barr and others have contributed to show the extreme flexibility and endless. Both right and wrong sides look identical with written instructions, knitting charts, and video tutorials. Paperback published in october 2011 by cooperative press. Double or nothing fallingblox designs alasdair postquinn. A new twist on reversible knitting by vicki twigg isbn. See more ideas about knitting patterns, knitting and knitting stitches. In an oppositesattract spirit, we used two very different purl soho yarns to knit up a new reversible stripes scarf. Double knitting is a fun way to produce a reversible colored fabric thats two layers thick.
Feb 16, 2017 today in this video we will learn a new design which will enhance the beauty of your sweater or cardigan and so on so lets learn. Most of the time, the kinds of patterns youll encounter that are reversible are either blankets, shawls, or scarves. Double knitting reversible twocolor designs by mlou baber the fascinating technique of double knitting produces a twofaced negative image fabric. With her husband, she coauthored sweaterscapes of the north country and sweaterscapes of the american west. Lynne barr is the author of knitting new scarves stc. If a pattern row has you knit two white stitches, then two black stitches and repeat that to the end of the row, you could literally knit the two white stitches, drop the yarn, pick up the black yarn and knit two stitches, drop it, etc. Jan 03, 2005 the book ends with some solid discussions of project planning, motif mathematics and placement, specialized bindoffs for reversible patterns, and the basics of designing your own reversibles. Sep 28, 2011 there are many ways to add color to your knitting. There is at least one black and white photograph of a swatch for each stitch pattern good book for knitters who want to use two or more colors to knit items with. Not only is every one of the 50 stitch patterns completely new and never before seen, but each is also reversible.
I used the free pattern palindrome, which is very easy, and added a pattern repeat. Colorwork patterns for firsttimers fringe association. Learn to knit double sided knits with two different color yarns. However, it turns out that there are a number of techniques and pattern stitches to create colorwork fabrics which do, some of which are described in jane neighbors reversible twocolor knitting. The technique can be used to form knitted tubes, selflining hats and mittens, doublesided blankets and scarves, or to impress knitting friends by working two socks at the same time on one set of needles. Our double knit blanket uses two colors and two yarns and is a great place to practice your new skills. Her designs and techniques habe been published in threads and interweave knits magazines, as well as in the books, great knits and sweaters from camp. But sometimes patterns that were available for free become paywalled later. Having finished the vest for master knitter level 2, both the knitting and i hope the writingup, i turned my attention to another one of the required projects. Flash doesnt appear to be installed on your computer.
In this section, you can find free reversible knitting patterns. The book ends with some solid discussions of project planning, motif mathematics and placement, specialized bindoffs for reversible patterns, and the basics of designing your own reversibles. A guide for those new to 2color knitting, as well as an excellent source of advanced techniques for experienced knitters, including methods developed by elizabeth zimmermann, meg swansen, amy. About 50% of the patterns, which the author refers to as reversible geometrics, are stitch patterns for a technique that is now often called double knitting. Schoolhouse press knitting with two colors schoolhouse. Posted in a second treasury of knitting patterns, 03. If youre not ready to jump into fair isle knitting or the intarsia technique, todays post will give you a chance to try some beautiful, easy twocolor knitting without even having to purl. Reversible scarf knitting patterns in the loop knitting. Mlous stunning designs for coats, jackets, and shawls are all easily accessible through detailed charts as well as written instructions. Knitting double, also known as double knitting, is a technique by which two fabrics are knitted simultaneously on one pair of needles to create a single, reversible piece of knitting. It looks like it would be reversible even if you only did one layer on the scarf because of the ribbed cable. The knitting experience, book 1, the knit stitch xrx, 2002 years before styles came out, my friend, lee andersen, had encouraged me to think about doing a series of small books. Buy a cheap copy of reversible twocolor knitting book by jane neighbors.
Reversible knit stitch patterns archives studio knit. There is at least one black and white photograph of a swatch for each stitch pattern good book for knitters who want to use two or more colors to knit items with no. Mastering the twocolor technique with over 30 reversible projects by anja belle and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. An extremely thorough and comprehensive reference book. For a 36line, two color pattern, this is a relatively easy stitch. Its just so satisfying to see your pattern emerge as you finish rows.
Double knitting reversible two color designs by mlou baber the fascinating technique of double knitting produces a twofaced negative image fabric. Color pdf a basicsandbeyond book for those who already know how to knit and purl. Reverse side is interesting, so could be reversible if desired. This is because these types of knit garments are the ones that are most likely to have two frontfacing sides. Reversible twocolor knitting by jane neighbors, 9780684176475, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Mlous stunning designs for coats, jackets, and shawls are all accessible through detailed charts as well as written out instructions. The vibrant shades of taiyo are showcased to great effect in this stunning doublesided scarf. Reversible two color knitting by neighbors jane abebooks. Matching beanie and scarf knit in 2 colors and what looks like ribbed cable.
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