To work the wrong side rows, follow the instructions given in the text or chart notes. 5:39 pm, OMG Ive been knitting for years and couldnt figure out how to read a chart! Have you checked the chart key and any chart notes or notes in the written pattern about this? 3740 N. Josey Lane, Suite 126 I cant see what youre seeing, so I dont know what the pattern writer intended. Tess I dont have any knowledge of your specific pattern, so I cant speak to that. 9:20 am. Brilliant explanation. There are also red and green lines on the pattern w/o any explanation what these lines mean? To work the row you need a 10 stitch repeat, but once the row is finished you will have an 8 stitch repeat. How to Hold Yarn and Knit Stitches in Eastern (Russian) Knitting The 4-row diagram says for Row 1: k2tog, Yo, and for Row 3 Yo, k2tog. November 23, 2020 @ 1:20 am. motifs? I have a chart for a shawl called Tipperary. However, I would guess that the alternate rows or rounds would be worked in pattern which would mean knitting the knits, and purling the purls. June 17, 2020 @ I was confused about this as well. Alexa Ludeman My pattern says start at stitch 1 on chart and work to stitch 68 and then work at 20-70. Once I get through the repeat, and I have the final edge stitches left, do I stop the repeat and move forward to the edge stitches? 1.As you hold the tip of the needle with your right fingers, take the working yarn with your left middle, ring and little fingers so that there is a bit of space between the fingers and the needle. alexaludeman After reading your explanation I feel empowered and confident I can handle a chart. https://tincanknits.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/blog-chart-reading-04.jpg?w=600&h=386 Russian to English Knitting Chart Translation - in.pinterest.com Hi Dawn I cant really help without seeing the pattern. If you do go wandering through Russian hobby sites, please be sure you have robust, up-to-date virus protection, and avoid downloading material of any type. Hi we cant provide pattern support on other peoples patterns, sorry! May 1, 2019 @ Hi Lana yep. What does the Russian Z symbol mean in the war against Ukraine? - The Hi. ps its knitted flat. Maybe try contacting the designer? alexaludeman Illustrated explanation of Russian . This level is either shown with a description (i.e. The instructions for even rounds say work as established- knit the knits purl the purls does that mean to do the cableing sections also in the even rows? Kathryn January 5, 2017 @ I read a chart from left to right. Feb 19, 2017 - Brioche knitting symbols - Kreatywne pomysly dziewiarskie -Robotki Eli: 1.Skrty i symbole dziewiarskie Is this correct? In the English-speaking world, they are often called "wedding ring shawls" because, although the shawls are quite large, a shawl knit in the . Thank you Alex. sl: slip. You will have some stitches outside the repeat, then work the entire repeat, then work the end stitches outside of the repeat. 9:43 pm. Yes there are different rules to follow if you knit left handed. Hi Rachael Its hard to say without seeing the pattern, but it looks like you are going to purl all sts and yos except maybe the pattern repeat? July 12, 2016 @ What do I do with the first stitch, slip it or is the first stitch actually the knit stitch? for B: work k2tog, except on last repeat of each time chart is worked work k1 (just before centreline and at end of row). Im knitting a baby sweater in 12 month size. October 30, 2015 @ Hi. row 2: V V V, 25 empty squares You are correct Kathy, there should be another k1. 5:53 pm. 9:21 am. 2:19 pm, Hi Mindy usually charts are read from right to left, because they go in the same order as your stitches are knit, Louise Boudreau HI, Im trying to knit snowflake and am doing lace knitting for the first time. Judith Taylor Or you could print the zoomed-in screenshot. Have you tried contacting the designer? knit 1 stitch, slip this stitch from right needle to left needle, pass second stitch on left needle over first stitch and off left needle; return stitch to right needle; single right-leaning decrease. Thats for 1 round. November 13, 2021 @ UPDATE: Its January 2022 now, and I note that this old post from 2006 is getting a lot of attention. March 6, 2017 @ Ill work the even rows in purl, except for the knit stitch before the marker and the last stitch. alexaludeman Hi Roberta No stitch just means you can skip right over that box in the chart. Nancy Seifert 10:34 am. White boxes are stockinette stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side). November 21, 2014 @ Includes more complex stitch patterns, using a combination of stitches. As I worked through the repeat section once, and then a few rows later, twice etc. As you can see from this illustration, the structure of the lace pattern shows up much more clearly when the wrong-side rows (which arent conveying much information) are removed. Thank you in advance, Elaine, alexaludeman Im trying to figure out Work the Chart. The repeat is over 16 stitches. Zuzana Yet we are treated as simpletons by others who are convinced that charts are so easy (despite the fact that we dont all share the opinion) when we share ours and are frequently ridiculed, derided and made fun of on places like ravelry. Good luck! Amen to that! Hi Gloria just do nothing. Hi It sounds like something has gone wrong, you should definitely have enough to complete the chart. Please guide Me at the earliest.. alexaludeman September 29, 2015 @ January 8, 2021 @ Im knitting my first pair of mittens (Norwegian) and am struggling to understand how to understand the pattern to make increases for the thumb gussets: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/norwegian-mittens-for-mimi. 4:04 am. Emily Wessel I have tried but 1 miss 1 stitch. It seems like they are missing an instruction, Shirleen alexaludeman The first thing you should check when you start knitting from a chart is the key or legend, and chart notes if they are included. Hi Johanna Im sorry, the Arcadia poncho isnt one of ours so Im not really sure? Size 2: 250-300m. Perhaps the designer could offer more of an insight? THIS IS THE HARDEST PART FOR ME KNOW IT SOUNDS STUPID BUT THAT IS THE ONLY April 9, 2017 @ February 9, 2017 @ Cables knit over 3 stitches. In other words do I completely repeat the previous odd row again in the next even row? The Complete List of Knitting Abbreviations and Terms Melonie, alexaludeman RoseMarie Just switched from in the round to flat knitting, where Im purling on the WS. And then every chart is different!!!! I am wondering if I should also k2tog, yo, at the end of row 1, or do the reverse in order to have a symmetrical lace pattern. Thank Youyour site is just amazing. Hi Melissa Im sorry, I cant really say, I havent knit the chart and it isnt one of our designs. heidiworm Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. For your second (and all following) repeats of chart B start with row 1: Hi Abby the chart is increasing while the stockinette around it is decreasing. 12:31 pm. The symbol of Russian-Ukrainian unity appeared to be breaking into two. I DID NOT INCLUDE BORDER STITCHES AND I PUT 2 SPACES BETWEEN EACH LETTER alexaludeman The knits are indicated with a line. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Recently I saw a chart that had a stitch notation that looked like a wide v with a 2 in the middle of it. Sandra October 18, 2017 @ 1:54 pm, Hi Heidi you arent missing anything! alexaludeman November 11, 2015 @ That way you can refer to how the chart looks, and see if your knitting is matching. 9:36 am, Hello unfortunately we cant provide pattern support on patterns we arent the authors of! What are those sts? October 24, 2016 @ At points on the chart it has 3 in a row? Hi Nadine Do you work your knitting left to right as well? Hello! 10:42 am. ~ Em, Beth 3:43 pm, joy In a chart, each square represents a knitting stitch, similar to the way that each abbreviation in text instructions does (for example k2tog or p1). September 5, 2014 @ It shows a pattern repeat marked out in bold lines (as usual), but the outline shape is 16 stitches for the top half and only 8 stitches in the bottom halfthen the 8 stitches are shown again OUTSIDE the bold line. Knitting Charts: How To Read A Knitting Chart - tin can knits 6:32 am, Hi, I think I was too impatient! It looks like it depends which size you are knitting? Move your left hand so that your left index finger gets under the strand stretched between the needle and your left hand. Thanks! You might want to try contacting the designer of the pattern, or maybe popping into your LYS (they usually know whats up), Becky Alexa Ludeman Would I knit chart b with the 6 stitch repeat for the 23 rows then do chart a after. My confusion comes in the work panel as set, does this mean to work row one on the chart right to left? Im working on your Stovetop Hat. 2:55 pm. Hi Kimberlee Im not really sure without seeing the pattern, but usually the space is inserted for clarity and you should just go to the next charted stitch. It sounds like you have a 21 stitch repeat (unless there are any dark lines around any sections, that could indicated the repeat is less than 21 sts), you would work row 1, 21 sts, then repeat those 21 sts all the way across the row. It transforms three stitches into a single stitch. alexaludeman The sts are K K YO. Any edge stitches? Thank you to Sharon, Ella, Dianne and Crafty Beats. National Currency: Russian Rouble. November 28, 2016 @ 64 Russische stricksymbole-Ideen | strickmuster, stricken, muster 1:45 pm, Im trying to learn charting. Your email address will not be published. Hopefully itll turn out right this time. Ildiko My first time trying to knit from a chart which I am finding very difficult. alexaludeman alexaludeman September 6, 2021 @ Its also important to remember that decreases take 2 or more sts to work, but only appear as 1 symbol, and yarn overs take no sts to make but also appear as 1 symbol. If I just read the chart from R to L both mittens will be for the right hand. Are there any stitches outside the 25 stitch repeat? December 19, 2021 @ I am having the same issue as Mindy. When I teach left handers to knit I usually have them knit the same way, just holding the yarn in their left hand (knitting is a 2 handed process, like playing the piano), that way patterns and charts etc. So 2 sts into 11, I have one left over before the repeat. Knitting from the French; Modles Gratuits. Row 1 requires following Chart A to the mid-back, then following Chart B, which mirrors Chart A. November 21, 2021 @ My question is, do I just knit the pattern for the rows as indicated on the chart (even if there are rows that end up with partial repeat)? November 8, 2015 @ Hi Kate The step ins represent the number of sts that actually exist at that point, so you can just keep following the chart exactly as before, stitch by stitch. I was worried because this particular post is so old but looks like the comments are still alive an well. December 9, 2020 @ , Sabs 10:54 am. What do I do about the first stitch after my BOR marker in these instances? I work lefthanded, left to right. Am I understanding this correctly?? Knitting Projects. Denise 3:36 am. January 12, 2016 @ November 9, 2021 @ Your site has most complete lesson on charts. 9:20 pm. I have finished the right hand Norwegian mitten. 12:54 pm, Hi Elaine if I had to guess I would say the right cable chart. Hi, I need help with the knitting chart for the pattern 211F-24 Foire Sweater Dress. December 16, 2016 @ I am a little confused for the gusset as round 1 and round 2 give an instruction and says to work chart; then I have to work round 1 and 2 while working the chart, 4 times..so am I repeating to work row 1 and 2 of the chart or continue working the other rows (3-6) until I have worked a total of 8 rows? Lizzy Nancy Timm July 10, 2018 @ Hi Karen Im not sure what the question is? sevtap salahi 2:46 pm, But looking at the picture of the dress, it appears as if the pattern doesnt movebut I will try it At worst, I will need to tear out a few rows. Beautiful pattern. Hope this helps! My main problem is that the print on the chart is tiny so unable to read it have tried magnifying glass & magnifying ruler with no success.Does anyone have any tips? I have been knitting for well over 60 years and have never understood lace charts although l can follow written instructions and colour charts. alexaludeman Here's my best shot, I'm 100% sure on almost all of this though. February 25, 2021 @ Hello, I think I might be the only person in the world that is having a problem with the lace pattern in Love Notes. :P December 5, 2020 @ I am working on a lace shawl using a chart. Im about six rows up and wanted to make sure Im doing this correctly. But now Im not sure thats correct because it says to shift BOR left: prior to working the round the remove marker, knit 1 or 2 stitches as indicated, replace marker. The pattern says (Right Front Bodice) K4, work chart A to marker, K4. I want to follow written directions for cable. Please help! Im assuming its not a Tin Can Knits pattern, as the instructions dont sound familiar. 9:05 pm, Hi Amy- Im not sure what the symbol would be, but it would probably be in the chart notes if it were, jillericas1 Am I reading the instruction correctly? National Day: June 12 - Russia Day. December 3, 2020 @ Alexa Ludeman Thank you. 9:17 pm. You might want to try contacting the designer. I am knitting a 30 stitch cable- because I am knitting a larger size than the standard it says for RS work 30-st rep 4 times and work first 21 sts once- I assume this means 4 of the 30 stitch cable and then the first 21 sets of the cable. Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. October 9, 2019 @ I am new to chart knitting and need help please! It is a work in process. 6:36 am. Thank you. 8:53 am. This is my confusion: I have a total of 83 stitches on my needle (as instructed by the pattern). HI, I have a chart where the bottom row is labeled number 1 on the left rather than the right. I have a pattern that has a chart and the instructions says to do 5 repeats of the chart. 6:59 am, Hahahaha Id not count on standardization where designers are concerned, Susan White July 6, 2020 @ January 22, 2018 @ For example I am working on the cascade 220 traditional Aran pullover when I get to the cable motif because it was made to knit flat it shows all rows in the round how to I deal with the ws rows that you wont do when knitting in the round, alexaludeman Watch how to do it. alexaludeman Difference is, chart lovers need to make no excuses for their preferences. Rachael It is really wonderful what you do for the knitting community. I am knitting the Compass pullover and working in chart B. I have not got the gist of the increase rows 4/11/22. Any help would be super appreciated! Knitting Chart Symbols. July 12, 2020 @ 4:35 pm, I have a chart for flat knitting where all row numbers are on the right side of the chart. Also the odd numbers are on different sides of the chart. 3:46 pm. No matter whether you use Continental or English knitting style, you will have to remember to work stitches differently. Now I have 11 sets on the left and 12 sets on the right how do I know what color to start with the chart stops with 10 sets on each side of the rep, Alexa Ludeman Am I supposed to assume a knit stitch between the ktbl and the yo or between the yo and the p2sso? And I also know that knitting patterns do not knit up exactly square. 10:14 am. Some of it seems to be similar to the notation found in Japanese crochet patterns. July 11, 2016 @ Hi Philona you probably need more than just a chart (unless you are up for a little design work), is there no pattern to go along? October 22, 2020 @ January 14, 2018 @ June 6, 2014 @ . Next one if count this one block has 17 stitches. 8:34 pm, Ruth Ricci October 12, 2018 @ 5:49 am. No we dont find it fun, we dont want to be challenged we just want to knit the think we want to knit. 1:36 pm, Hi Cynthia Im not sure what pattern yo uare looking at? Ive never seen this before. Have a great day and hope to hear from you soon. How do I do this. I am about to start the Tall Dark and Handsome hat but I dont understand how the chart applies when knitting in the round? Russian to English Knitting Chart Translation | Knitting charts I know I read the chart from right to left (its in rows). It has a lace repeat section; no problem there; BUT then there is one vertical row with a red box with a note, expanding stocking stitch section. June 12, 2016 @ Original symbol instructi. So the stitches you have outside of the repeat will depend on the size you are knitting, Claire I called someone who let me know what I was doing incorrectly. Hello, Hi Jacqui Im not sure how to help, because I dont know what pattern youre working from? Kristin August 23, 2019 @ This means right side rows correct? I am new to charts in knitting but I am trying to knit a lace shawl from a chart. Original symbol instructions in Russian. 7:57 pm, Im reading a chart with 29 squares across. My question is..how do I purl into the YO when I switch from the RS to the WS? So for round 2 is it K1 (main color), K1 (contrast color), K1 (main color) and then on to chart c? 10:40 am. ANY HELP, alexaludeman Perhaps the pattern uses different symbols than us? Middle cable pattern shows cable over 5 stitches. March 22, 2016 @ October 21, 2020 @ This tutorial is heaven sent! January 9, 2019 @ alexaludeman Judy Krueger socks 1:53 pm. January 12, 2015 @ November 15, 2020 @ alexaludeman August 24, 2020 @ May 14, 2016 @ knit on WS. 9:34 am. Dishcloth Knitting Patterns. Nuala McCormack July 14, 2020 @ Hi- I am knitted a 29 row pattern from chart on dpn in the round. Your instructions clarified issues Ive been dealing with. I hope I phrased my question correctly, but Im pretty certain that you are expert enough to understand what Im trying to get at. 1:48 pm, alexaludeman Just three days after the invasion, the Kremlin-funded state . Thanks in advance, It has a written pattern up to the 8th row but from 9 on is a chart which makes no sense to me. I thank you for your tutorial here on charts . March 21, 2016 @ When I count the boxes for my size there are only half as many as needed. Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. 1.As you hold the tip of the needle with your right fingers, take the working yarn with your left middle, ring and little fingers so that there is a bit of space between the fingers and the needle. alexaludeman January 30, 2017 @ You never know!one. 5:25 am. Im not sure, is there a key for the pattern? Your email address will not be published. alexaludeman December 21, 2021 @ 12 Russian knitting terms translated ideas - Pinterest Hello, how are you? Nov 14, 2020 - Useful charts I have found for translating Russian knitting chart symbols into English. http://www.knitting-bee.com/knitting-tutorials/russian-english-knitting-chart-translation. 8:01 pm. 5:58 pm. I would use an m1 on either side. Rather than reading the first row right to left? Priscilla Knoble Youre absolutely right. I would bet that it's a make one right. June 17, 2016 @ 9:19 am. Please help. 12:27 pm. July 22, 2014 @ If youre working from a print book or pattern, you could take it to a printshop (like office depot, staples, kinkos) and ask them to blow it up for you on a photocopier. Hi Christine you are always working the next round of the chart, regardless of what else is happening in the mitten. Thank you, alexaludeman alexaludeman There is a 7 stitch repeat over 15 rows. May 8, 2020 @ Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. Illustrated explanation of Russian knitting symbols. Designer says there are no errors and just follow chart. 7:35 am. Knitting Abbreviations Master List - Craft Yarn Council Or perhaps not. After studying it I am wondering if the pattern should be reversed after the center stitch or should it be knit the same as the first half. http://aastrikke.blogspot.com/. Weight: Fingering, sports, DK, Aran. So my question is how many stitches am I suppose to have when I complete this stitch. How do I purl on right side and knit on wrong side? Hi Judy If the pattern calls for multiples of 16 + 47 it seems like there will be 47 edge sts, so you would want to stop working the 16 st repeat 47 sts before the end of the row, then work the edge sts. In some of her patterns that are knitted flat, all numbers are on one side the right side. February 26, 2015 @ Im trying to figure out your example and I only see 7 stitch repeat where you are showing rs and ws, Emily Wessel Michelle Does this mean you knit the first 4 rows? One special feature of cable charts are the symbols for cable turns. Its very confusing when the key doesnt give clear instructions for ws rows. Is it possible that the lace chart is decreasing in the triangles in a non-obvious way? I cant figure out how to make the number of stitches work. In lace section when done with first row 1-6 and starting over on row 1 in the chart.
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