Knitted yarn bags have become incredibly popular lately. No fashionista can do without such an accessory today. Moreover, it is not necessary to give a lot of money for a bag from a popular ribbon; you can do it yourself without practically any effort.
Features and varieties of knitted yarn
Knitted yarn appeared in ancient times, when with the help of just such threads they created both ordinary clothes and rugs for warming homes, and, of course, convenient and reliable bags. Then our grandmothers tore the remains of fabrics and old things into strips and knitted original gizmos from them. Considering the cyclical nature of historical events and fashion trends, a hand-made knit yarn is currently at the peak of popularity.
These types of threads are especially attractive because almost no experience is needed to work with them; the knitting technique from knitted threads is very simple and straightforward.
As the name implies, knitted yarn is made from a special knitted fabric made from pure cotton. This material is quite pleasant to the touch, besides it does not cause allergic reactions. Knitted fabric is cut by a special machine into uniform strips 2-3 cm wide, then it is slightly stretched and twisted from the edges to the center, forming at the same time strong and soft uniform tube-flagella about 5-7 mm thick. Hundred-meter factory hanks do not have a single bundle along their entire length.
It is worth mentioning that high-quality yarn is never made from factory residues, on the contrary, only the best materials of the most fashionable shades are used for its manufacture. Knitted yarn has many different names: T-yarn, spaghetti, noodles, macaroons, ribbon, lace, serpentine, football or just cotton yarn.
Knitting from polyester and polyester threads, for example, cord or macrame, is also gaining popularity.
The main difference between different types of knitted yarn is their thickness and density. The thickness of the threads usually varies from half a centimeter to a centimeter and depends on the thickness of the fabric from which the yarn is made.
The density of the threads affects the wear resistance of knitted products, as well as the ability to keep the shape ready. An important parameter of ribbon yarn is its weight. If for rugs and home decorative baskets it almost does not matter, then for clothes and handbags this indicator can be extremely important.
Few will be comfortable wearing a bag that weighs more than two kilograms even when unfilled.
If the store yarn seems unsuitable for weight, density, color or cost, then you can make it yourself. To do this, you need a knitted fabric of the selected color or just boring T-shirts-shirts. To get an unbroken cord from a whole product intended for the manufacture of yarns, proceed as follows - cut a T-shirt folded in half with scissors, not reaching the seams of a couple of centimeters.
Then, having deployed the workpiece, we cut it diagonally so that the first strip passes into the second, the second into the third and so on to the very end. To give the yarn the final “marketable" look, it should be slightly stretched in length - the edges will be carefully wrapped inward and the threads will look really neat.
Popular models and shapes of bags
Using your own or purchased yarn, you can knit almost any model of a handbag you like with knitting needles or a hook. It can be a miniature cosmetic bag, an elegant clutch bag, a flirty backpack, a practical cover for a tablet or laptop, a comfortable cross-body, an A4 business bag, a classic bag, a youth ethnic bag-bag, a sports “loaf”, a voluminous shopping shopper or roomy bag for access to the beach.
Such products are very practical and original.
Bags can be made one-color, and you can combine several different colors in your product.
Bags made from thick yarn are made more rigid and dense, and from a thin one - soft and elastic. Knitted handbags are rectangular, square, oval and round in shape.
Inside the bag you can sew a lining, it will give the product a finished look, and also make the bag more durable. To give additional rigidity to the walls of a business bag, you can use a special frame enclosed inside, then you can be sure of the safety of important documents.
The zipper sewn into the finished product is a rather practical solution. In addition, magnetic buttons are also very convenient in bags made of knitted yarn. A button with a buttonhole can also be used as a fastener. For elegant wallets and cosmetics in handicraft shops, factory clasps can be purchased.
If a clutch bag or tablet case does not need a pen, then the rest of the bags will need them. It is possible to make pens or webbing with the help of knitting, three-dimensional weaving-macramé, or simply weaving a braid of 3-4 “strands”. As an evening version of a long handle, yarn woven into a large chain looks interesting. You can attach the handles to the handbag using special furniture rings or half rings.
The slots in the upper part of the bag can also serve as handles.But the most original solution will be to complement the bag with ready-made bent bamboo handles.
The decor gives bags of knitted yarn a special charm: embroidery with the same knitted thread, but using different shades, ribbons, braid, sequins, beads, beads, buttons, brooches, key rings, appliques, leather cords, chains, fringe, pompons, brushes, fur, buckles, knitted and artificial flowers - the flight of fantasy is simply unlimited.
How to knit?
Having barely learned to hold knitting needles or a hook in her hands, any beginner needlewoman will be able to treat herself with a new thing from knitted yarn. Such bags do not require special skills and knitting intricate patterns.
Ordinary shawl knitting is ideal for making bags of ribbon yarn. You can crochet with simple crochet simple crochet. This knitting is quite dense and does not require additional lining, while a handbag made using lace knitting, although beautiful, needs an additional lining layer.
A workshop on knitting a bag of knitted ribbon in the next video.
An ordinary bag-bag, with which it is convenient to go to the store, is knitted from one long or two identical square or rectangular parts from one-color or combined yarn. Side seams are sewn with a hook (from the wrong side or “face”) or with a special plastic needle. If the bag is made of two parts, then the lower seam should be further strengthened by repeated flashing, since it is this place that accounts for the largest weight load of objects and things.
A casual bag of ribbon strips can be knitted with a simple smooth knit from the bottom up, starting from the initial chain of the required length, knitting to the desired height, according to the following master class:
Another interesting MK everyday bag with a round bottom, crocheted from "football" yarn, is shown in the diagram below.
The bag, knitted on the knitting needles with a “braid” pattern, looks quite original, when groups of several loops knit alternately with a slope to the right or left.
The tilt to the left on this model is obtained by moving the loops on the right. Loops that do not need to be knit should be removed on an additional knitting needle, while the working thread remains on the front side. Loops from the inside should be removed without using an auxiliary knitting needle. When tilted to the right, the loops are transferred to the left. An extra spoke should be placed before work, and a working thread behind it.
The pattern clearly shows the pattern of knitting crossings:
A round ribbon bag can be crocheted in a circle, starting from the center, or using special circular knitting needles. Such products are now at the peak of popularity, this is literally a must-have of this season.
The following workshop on crocheting a round bag from knitted stripes is presented in the diagram below:
How to care?
Caring for handbags made of knitted yarn is quite easy, but still there are a number of simple recommendations, adhering to which will extend the life of this kind of product. If there is no desire to wash the bag by hand, then it can be washed in a washing machine in a gentle mode at low temperature. It should be pressed carefully, preferably by hand, using a non-shed terry towel.
Special care requires bags decorated with various decorations. In order to avoid damage or loss, here we can only talk about hand washing with liquid detergents, you can use ordinary shampoo. To dry a bag of ribbon yarn should be straightened on a horizontal absorbent surface away from direct sunlight and heating appliances.
What to wear?
Popular bags from knitted and ribbon yarn do not require too meticulous selection of other components of the image. Nevertheless, do not forget about the basic little things when drawing up successful combinations:
- it is important to ensure that this accessory does not merge in color with the main outfit, it is good to play in contrasts;
- a bag of thin ribbon thread will be combined with a light flowing dress or a skirt on the floor, high-heeled shoes or sandals will complete the romantic look;
- T-shirts and shorts look great in dense bulk bags and backpacks made of knitted yarn; sneakers, slip-on shoes or sneakers are better to choose as shoes;
- a bright beach bag made of yarn-noodles will look appropriate complete with a swimsuit, weightless pareo, beach tunic or dress of a free cut, graceful sandals can be put on your feet;
You can create a very flirty bow with a round bag of knitted yarn in your wardrobe. The fuchsia-colored product itself is decorated with a fashionable brush and a double chain on the handles, and additional accessories in the form of a bracelet, knitted from the same yarn as the bag, as well as rings and watches in the color of the chain, make the image complete and well thought out.
A skillfully knitted clutch will give femininity to any girl. This accessory is made of knitted stripes of black shade, decorated with a clasp with a brilliant stone, you can take with you for a walk, date or any special occasion.
A gentle girlish look will complement a comfortable backpack made of ribbon yarn. The combination of soft blue and white colors, the use of a wicker cord and tassels as a decor is the best match for a romantic teenage girl.
A real woman will always find a compromise between an elegant, but inconsistent clutch bag and a capacious, but not elegant "string bag".
Tired of always tearing bags? Then the original shopping bag is what you need in this situation. This bag is convenient to carry on your shoulder. In this product, knitted from dense knitted yarn, we see strips of different shades, echoes in color with the top of the girl.
An excellent bow is obtained with a small pink bag of knitted yarn, complemented by a blouse, shorts and a top in pastel colors. The image is suitable for summer walks in the fresh air.
