Aran knitting is a special Irish technique that allows you to create voluminous relief patterns with braids and crossing loops. It was previously used to create warm clothing for sailors who fished in the harsh weather conditions of Ireland. Now beautiful and practical patterns are widely used by needlewomen not only to create traditional sweaters, but also hats, mittens, and scarves. Descriptions and diagrams of hats with aran knitting needles will help you create a unique accessory with your own hands.
The fabric is one-sided, dense and warm
History of the origin of the style
In cold Ireland and Scotland, where poor fishermen live, clothing was created by hand by women. The severity of the terrain and climate left a significant imprint on the formation of the style. It was here that a sweater was first created, which was called a fisherman's sweater.
According to ancient chronicles, the pattern was created on clothing in the form of a secret painting that could only be deciphered by members of one clan.
Fishing is a dangerous profession, especially in the old days. Many people who went to sea did not return, and the bodies washed ashore could only be identified by their clothes.
To arrange a worthy farewell, women knitters came up with special ornaments. Most symbols are passed down from generation to generation purely narratively. No manuscripts were found.
Processing of the finished product.
So, the hat is ready. I won’t lie, I didn’t do much with the wet-heat treatment. I just washed it using a special mild detergent for items containing wool.
Next weekend, I went for a walk in this warm set of blueberry snood and hat. We have such a wonderful place in the Southern Urals where lovers of skis, snowboards and clean mountain air relax. It's called "Sunny Valley".
I wish you all good luck and creative success from the bottom of my heart! Write your reviews about the site and master classes. I will definitely answer your questions.
My contact details are on the website...
Creating simple patterns
The aran knitting pattern is not complicated if you use some common elements:
Scythe. To create a weave, knit and purl rows are used. Odd numbers are counted from the right side, even numbers from the left. The standard braid width is 12 loops. Repeat after row 8.
Patterned braid. It is created by the same analogy as the previous version. The standard width is 9 loops, and the repetition is carried out after the sixth row.
Celtic rhombus. Knitting a sweater with arans of this form is more difficult than the previous ones. The width of the pattern is 36 loops. Repeat after 38 rows. When finished, the ornament looks very beautiful.
Openwork patterns
Unlike knitting arans on a bias, the openwork version is much more difficult to perform. However, such patterns add a truly fabulous style to sweaters and scarves.
Experienced knitters prefer openwork weaves, as they are more interesting to perform.
The most popular options are:
- openwork braids;
- openwork diamonds;
- eastern braids.
It is possible to make such a drawing qualitatively only according to the diagram.
Making a Sweater
Arana braid knitting is often used to create men's and women's sweaters, pullovers, and vests. For many years, these patterns have encouraged needlewomen to create similar products for their families.
An unusual weave on a jumper lifts your spirits in bad weather and surprises passers-by. Sweaters like these never go out of style. Therefore, learning how to make such clothes yourself is necessary if knitting is your passion.
Irish knitting is considered one of the most beautiful solutions. The sketch for the pattern describes the creation of a repeat consisting of 24 loops and 2 edge loops.
Purl rows must be performed strictly according to the sketch. The repeat is repeated after every 16 rows.
NOTE!
- Hangers - what are they?
History of women's dresses.
Lego constructors. Story.
Autumn braids created on sweaters can not only brighten up the dull rainy weather for the people around them, but also for the owner himself. Videos of aran knitting in this style are replete with almost every handicraft website. The pattern repeat is 22 loops wide and repeated after 40 rows. Without a correctly drawn up sketch, it is problematic to complete the work.
You can improve your New Year's mood with hand-knitted jumpers for the whole family. For this occasion, a modern pattern is used that resembles a herringbone. To complete this style of knitting, it is recommended to get an exact pattern.
Hats
Aranas are often used to create hats. This is not just a hat with a beautiful pattern, but also a thing that will warm you not only in autumn or spring, but also in severe winter frosts.
Such products can be used not only by children and women, but also by men. The patterns can be so varied that it is impossible to count them all.
For example, a hat with ears, with arans or a patterned one would be an excellent option for the whole family.
NOTE!
What should you pay attention to when choosing a toy for your child?- Glass beads.
How to crochet a flower to decorate clothes: diagrams with explanations and photo ideas of flowers for clothes (80+ photos)
Model with wide lapel
This hat is knitted with stocking or circular needles No. 4,5 and 5.
Pastel colors go well with Aran ornaments
Calculations are given for a head circumference of 55-56 cm with a height of 22 cm. The yarn used in this work is 150 m/100 g thick. The step-by-step sequence is as follows:
- Cast on 80 stitches on smaller needles and close into a ring.
- Knit about 14 cm with 1x1 rib.
- Slip the stitches onto large knitting needles and knit according to the attached pattern No. 1.
Scheme No. 1
- When all 30 rows of the first pattern are completed, slip the stitches again onto smaller needles.
- Continue working according to scheme No. 2, which contains a description of the decreases.
Scheme No. 2
- When pattern No. 2 is completed, cut the thread and pull it through the loops remaining after decreasing.
- Carefully hide the tip of the thread from the wrong side of the hat.
In addition to the headdress, you can knit a scarf from the same yarn.
General Tips
Not a single aran pattern can be made without basic knitting skills. At the same time, it is worth knowing how to choose yarn for clothing and what type of knitting needles to choose.
Professionals say that high-quality material must have thin, long and elastic fiber. Its surface should be silky to the touch.
It is recommended to buy yarn in balls or skeins. The product label must contain information about the purpose of the product - hand or machine knitting. In this case, only the first yarn option is suitable for creating arans.
Knitting needles are made from a variety of materials - wood, metal, plastic. There are two product options - with open and closed ends. The first products can be used on both sides. And the second has only one working end. A perfectly smooth surface is considered a prerequisite for quality knitting needles.
Product description.
Good day, dear needlewomen! It is with great pleasure that I welcome everyone to the “Irena Handmade” website page!
I present to your attention another master class. In the previous one, we knitted a wonderful snood with the Blueberry aran pattern. Today I will tell you how such an interesting hat was created to go with it. So to speak, a farewell gesture after the passing winter. But, using the proposed instructions, you can knit a hat for the spring season.
This is beanie. It would not be out of place to say that this model is universal and very convenient.
I also wanted it to be able to be worn not only with a pompom, but also without it.
I decided to move away from traditional pom-poms made of natural fur, making it from the remaining yarn from the hat and snood.
I hasten to reassure you that knitting such a pattern may seem difficult only at first glance. And if you have already knitted a snood with a similar pattern, then making this hat will not be difficult. And another product with braids is a good opportunity to test your knitting skills and endurance!
