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Unraveling the Mystery of Variegated Yarns
Part 2
Variegated VAIR-ee-uh-gay-tid, adjective:
1. Having marks or patches of different colors; as, "variegated leaves or yarns."
2. Varied; distinguished or characterized by variety; diversified.
One of the biggest " yarns " for knitters, is how to use variegated yarns. The definition of variegated makes one think that this yarn is special, has character and will create a distinguished piece of knitting.
Knitting Variegated Yarns
A study of Lace Stitches
As you saw with the Feather & Fan Lace Ensemble and the two eyelet patterns in Part 1, lace stitches can be accentuated by variegated yarns for interesting effects.
Lace that is knitted is characterized by openings or holes in the fabric in a pattern. The type of yarn does not necessarily denote the type of lace. In the 1800's fine lace patterns were the mode for ladies apparel and home accessories. The Victorian Era, named for Queen Victoria of England is known as the era of Shetland lace. Queen Victoria is known to have brought the art of knitting lace forefront across the world.
In this century, lace patterns come from Japan, Germany, England , America and basically allover knitters are knitting a type of lace.
There are many types of Knitted Lace:
Eyelet: A sturdier fabric of well designed "holes "creating a pattern surrounded by solid fabric. Not as " lacy" and airy as bobbin or needle lace or fine gauge yarn knitted lace. Great for scarves, hats, garments, socks, home accessories.
Lace Knit: A term used for lace stitch combinations that have a right and wrong side. Not as open or airy as Knitted or Shetland lace which have less stitches between "holes" in pattern. Does not denote a denier of yarn used. Lace knit can be found in all types of knitted items from clothing to baby items and home accessories.
Lace Insert or Panel:A term used for sections of lace in an item. Used in apparel, home accessories and baby items. A small section of lace knit surrounded by stable fabric can be created in vertical or horizontal stripes.
Knitted Lace: Pattern stitches on both sides, creating a reversible pattern. Knitted lace denotes cobweb, fine thread or lace so fine it is called " Wedding Ring" Lace for a knitted lace shawl could slide through a woman's wedding band. Shetland Lace is one of the monikers used to denote fine lace knitting patterns, developed in Europe during Queen Victoria's reign. Shetland lace is classified into categories: Centers, Borders and Edgings.
Lace Edgings: Denotes a knitted trim. Some are knitted onto the garment after seaming, some are sewn or applied to the item. Lace edgings are a great way to learn the art of knitted lace without creating a large item and concentrating on the technique. Lace edgings can be patterned on both sides as " knitted lace" or one sided as " lace knit" in any weight of yarn. It is a great addition to purchased apparel and home accessories.
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There are some knitting techniques that variegated yarns can enhance and show details well. In the next few months we will be exploring some of these techniques.
Part 2
Variegated VAIR-ee-uh-gay-tid, adjective:
1. Having marks or patches of different colors; as, "variegated leaves or yarns."
2. Varied; distinguished or characterized by variety; diversified.
One of the biggest " yarns " for knitters, is how to use variegated yarns. The definition of variegated makes one think that this yarn is special, has character and will create a distinguished piece of knitting.
Knitting Variegated Yarns
A study of Lace Stitches
As you saw with the Feather & Fan Lace Ensemble and the two eyelet patterns in Part 1, lace stitches can be accentuated by variegated yarns for interesting effects.
Lace that is knitted is characterized by openings or holes in the fabric in a pattern. The type of yarn does not necessarily denote the type of lace. In the 1800's fine lace patterns were the mode for ladies apparel and home accessories. The Victorian Era, named for Queen Victoria of England is known as the era of Shetland lace. Queen Victoria is known to have brought the art of knitting lace forefront across the world.
In this century, lace patterns come from Japan, Germany, England , America and basically allover knitters are knitting a type of lace.
There are many types of Knitted Lace:
Lace Knit: A term used for lace stitch combinations that have a right and wrong side. Not as open or airy as Knitted or Shetland lace which have less stitches between "holes" in pattern. Does not denote a denier of yarn used. Lace knit can be found in all types of knitted items from clothing to baby items and home accessories.
Lace Insert or Panel:A term used for sections of lace in an item. Used in apparel, home accessories and baby items. A small section of lace knit surrounded by stable fabric can be created in vertical or horizontal stripes.
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Their selection of coordinated solids and variegated in threads, yarns surpasses other companies selection. Shop their online store for the full selection of over 130 colors of Peaches & Creme™ 100% Cotton Yarn in worsted and double worsted weight. Check out their Article 940 Country Cotton Cable a mercerized cotton yarn size 5.
from
Pisgah Yarn & Dyeing Co., Inc.
Their selection of coordinated solids and variegated in threads, yarns surpasses other companies selection. Shop their online store for the full selection of over 130 colors of Peaches & Creme™ 100% Cotton Yarn in worsted and double worsted weight. Check out their Article 940 Country Cotton Cable a mercerized cotton yarn size 5.
Home of Peaches & Creme™
Click on the Logo to go to their online store
http://peaches-creme.com/
Check out Free Patterns using their products!
Coming Soon:
There are some knitting techniques that variegated yarns can enhance and show details well. In the next few months we will be exploring some of these techniques.
- Mitred Squares and Rectangles:Mitred squares are a great way to use variegated yarns. Add matching plain colors to break up the variegated yarns, or work each square with different colors that are also in your variegated yarn.
- Entrelac: used with variegated and solids make interesting fabrics.
- Cables: Thought of as taboo for variegated, can be teamed with solids to accentuate the cable stitches
- Mosiac Knitting: Ideal for variegated, creates motion and stitch excitement. We will explore mixing solids with variegated yarns for dimensional effects.
- Patch Work : Patchwork knitting is a creative exploration in itself. Use variegated yarns in single motifs, or in every motif in your garment. Try motifs that change directions within themselves or knit many different motifs and join them together with the rows of knitting running in different directions.Log Cabin pattern is considered a patchwork pattern and variegated yarns can add depth and variety to your square.
- Bias or Short Row Patterns and More!
- Process of dying variegated yarns, photos of a mill tour.
- Different color run styles of variegated yarns
- Tips on checking the look of the variegated color flow prior to knitting