How to Knit a Wire Knit Sweater
Have you ever wanted to
knit a
sweater with a unique texture? Consider
knitting a wire knit sweater! This technique involves using a thin wire along with your yarn to create a textured fabric that's unlike anything you've seen before. With a little bit of practice and patience, you can knit a wire knit
sweater yourself. Here's how:
What You'll Need
- 2 skeins of worsted weight yarn in the color of your choice
- Size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles
- A thin wire, such as jewelry wire or floral wire
- A stitch marker
- A tapestry needle for weaving in ends
The Pattern
Before beginning, make sure you're comfortable with
basic knitting stitches like knit, purl, and decreasing.
Cast on 60 stitchesRow 1: *K1, p1, knit with wire held in back, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Row 2: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Row 3: *K1, p1, purl with wire held in back; repeat from * to end of row
Row 4: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Repeat these four rows until the piece measures 14 inches from the cast-on edge.
Next row: *K1, p1, k2tog with wire held in back, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Next row: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Next row: *K1, p1, purl with wire held in back; repeat from * to end of row
Next row: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of rowRepeat these four rows until the piece measures 19 inches from the cast-on edge.
Next row: *K1, p1, k2tog with wire held in back, p1; repeat from * to end of row (40 stitches)
Next row: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row
Next row: *K1, p1, purl with wire held in back; repeat from * to end of row
Next row: *P1, k1, p1; repeat from * to end of rowRepeat these four rows until the piece measures 23 inches from the cast-on edge.
Bind off all stitchesSew the side seams together, leaving armholes as desired.
Conclusion
And there you have it - your very own
wire knit sweater! With a little bit of patience and practice, you can create a one-of-a-kind sweater that's sure to turn heads. Don't be afraid to experiment with different
wire types and yarn colors to create a look that's uniquely your own. So what are you waiting for? Grab your knitting needles, wire, and
yarn, and get started on your
wire knit sweater today!