Features
Back in the middle of the last century, a scarf with a throat entered the wardrobe of every woman of fashion. All thanks to the famous Christian Dior, who first introduced this accessory in their collections.
A scarf with a neck and shoulders will become an indispensable accessory in a winter wardrobe. It is easy to knit yourself, with knitting or crocheting, without special skills.
A scarf with a neck, or a shirt, is a poncho with a neck and shortened to the middle of the chest or along the shoulder line. Sometimes the shirt front has a neck doubled down, resembling a sweater. Due to its shape, this accessory is able to protect from wind and frost not only the neck, but also the chest and back.
But it is erroneous to believe that a scarf with a neck and shoulders is only a winter option. If it is knitted of a thin thread, then it can be safely worn on a cool summer evening as a cape.
There are several types of scarves with throats and shoulders. It all depends on the performance of the shirtfront. If it is knitted, then it can be seamless with a simple design. Or with decorative connectors. They act not only as an element of decor, but also from a practical point of view, especially if it is a children's scarf.
In addition to decoration and knitting, scarves with a throat are different and technique of execution. It depends on who the scarf is for. Female models can be filled with various ornaments and decorative elements. Male models are more restrained, concise and limited to minimalist patterns in the Scandinavian style or cones and braids.
Models
With the passage of time and the emergence of new trends, a scarf with a throat and shoulders has noticeably changed its style and direction. Today it is not just a warming scarf. It can be an independent element of the image as an ordinary scarf or a scarf-collar with the addition of volume.
It should be noted that whatever model is, the scarf-dickey is a very practical accessory. Because of its integrity, it will not untie and fall. The advantage is that you do not need to spend time on tying and modeling.
When purchasing this accessory in your wardrobe you need to decide what to wear it with. Of course, it will complement any outerwear, but it is best to wear it with a fur coat or coat, avoiding uncomfortable sweaters.
A round scarf with a throat and buttoned shoulders is a very practical accessory. A button in such a model not only performs a functional character and controls the size, but also serves as a decorative element.
As for the material, it should be borne in mind that it will very tightly touch the skin, so it must be hypoallergenic. Choose a combination of natural and artificial yarns.
The most suitable combinations are made of wool, cashmere, angora, mohair and acrylic, viscose and polyester. In addition, you can choose a melange thread, which will create your own unique pattern.
How to tie a necklace?
Having dealt with what threads you need to use in the manufacture of a scarf with a throat, choose the needles and the desired model.
Knit a scarf in two ways: starting with the neck or from the bottom of the product.
Consider the first option.
On the spokes dial loops on the number of multiples of four. Then they knit with a rubber band at the height of the neck. After that, all the loops are divided into four parts: at the beginning and at the end of each part, they knit two into one loop. Tie the required number of rows in this way and close the loops.
For an adult seamless pattern, it is best to use stocking spokes.
