Knitting - a hobby that never goes out of fashion. And for many still is a decent increase in their family budget, because knitting in the trend - literally for centuries.
The main tool by which are knitted exclusives - spokes. If they choose the right, creating perfect product is obtained, a relaxing pastime, but the thing itself - pleasant to the touch and comfortable to use. If the spokes are chosen incorrectly, except explicit disorders and many other torments, nothing good will happen.
We open section, which decided to call "The Alphabet for needlewomen". And today's topic - how to choose the right spokes. Now you're ready!
The first thing to do before buying a spokes - to determine the product type. Of course, every one of the spokes are designed to perform the same function, and for what to know any difference if you can choose at random one pair and use it consistently. But - no. Some needles are specific and are only suitable for a particular knitting style (for example, the knitting in a circle), but on the other it is really possible to link a number of different products.
What are the spokes
In the conventional form one end of the spokes - working, they knit new loops, on the other - cap, which prevents the removal of the hinges.
closed spokes (Also known as direct spokes) are used in a pair of knitting a flat sheet.
circular needles - two straight spokes connected a flexible plastic cord of varying lengths (typically from 30 to 150 cm, measured from the tip of a needle to the tip of the second). These needles are used, for knitting a flat sheet, and for circular knitting.
In the latter case, as a rule, used needles slightly smaller circumference than the product.
hosiery needles They have two working end and has traditionally sold a set of four or five spokes. They are used for knitting of seamless circular items such as socks.
auxiliary spokes There are two types - very short and curly. On the line number corresponding minor spokes may be left open loop, e.g., to enter the pocket. Curly needles used in systems cross stitches for the pattern of the "braid". Intersecting loops leave the minor spokes before operation or at work. Bend the spoke prevents slipping spokes of a knitted fabric.
Factors correct choice of spokes
Diameter. The thickness of the spokes determines the final size of the product and how it will look. The thicker spokes, the more the loop, and thus more flexible and less dense web. When knitting needles thin loop will be smaller and the web is usually tighter and thicker.
There are several different systems for measuring the thickness of the spokes. To understand what kind of need size, use the size chart of conformity.
Length. Large products usually require a decent length of spokes or the connecting cord. Small flat products can be knit in any length, but a small circular product require small circular spokes, the spokes hosiery or knitting technique, which implies very long spokes connecting cord or on long circular spokes. Furthermore, the value is selected for the product yarn: for example, a thicker less assumes loops fit on one spoke. Most direct spokes have a length of 25-40 cm., Circular needles ranging from 30 to 150 cm.
The material of which the spokes
Bamboo needles. Material is warm to the touch, durable and generally lighter than aluminum. Since bamboo has a small roughness associated loops remain in place and this makes bamboo needles essential for beginning knitters. The material is also recommended for people with diseased joints of hands. Spokes made of bamboo are great for all types of yarn, especially for smooth and easy.
metal needles - heavy, but more durable, they are not so easy to bend. At the touch of the cold and slippery. Experienced knitters sometimes prefer to only use them as a loop on the spokes move quickly. This is not the best for teaching knitting needles because of slippery needles loops can easily come off. These needles are well suited for all kinds of beaches and weight, especially for wool, cotton and acrylic. The most common aluminum, steel and nickel-plated needles.
plastic needles - the most affordable, flexible, smooth, easy to slip the loop over them. Perfect for any type of yarn and any weight of yarn.
wooden spokes - smooth, but not slippery, which makes them attractive for beginning knitters.
square spokes - perfect for beginners and people with diseased joints of hands, as made for tighter loops and require less voltage to hold hands in the correct position during knitting time.
A few tips before you buy
• Feel the spokes, before buying them, and think about the yarn you want to use to determine which needles you fit best. If the yarn a lot of texture, perhaps better to stop the choice on smooth spokes. If the yarn is smooth or slippery - choose a rough spokes.
• When purchasing be sure to check the working ends of the spokes - they should not be broken or bent.
• Store needles in a certain place. The best option - to twist the stamp-album. Straight spokes can be stored in a decorative bucket or stand for pencils. Circular knitting needles, it's best to store in the package in which they are sold.
• To keep safe pair of spokes on storage bundle them with yarn, rope or bundle the conventional thin rubber for money.
