Anonymous Publish time 2018-2-28 12:47

Intarsia

Edited by Anonymous at 2018-2-28 18:47

Could you recommend some good Intarsia tutorials?
I cant figure out the WS of the patterns on flat projects.
FYI I would like to hide the yarn behind the project (not carry it, as its commonly visible).

Fred24482 Publish time 2025-9-12 18:45

Intarsia is a colorful knitting technique where you use multiple colors within a single row, creating blocks or sections of color within your project. Unlike stranded or Fair Isle knitting, where you carry multiple yarns across the row, intarsiainvolves working with separate strands for each section of color, which are often twisted together at the color changes to prevent holes.This technique is commonly used in projects where you want to create large blocks of color or even intricate designs, like pictures, patterns, or shapes within the fabric, such as hearts, animals, or logos. Each section of color is worked independently, so you’ll need to manage the separate yarns for each area.How It Works:
[*]Start with a new color by bringing in the yarn at the beginning of the color section.
[*]Knit the section with that color until you need to switch again, at which point you leave the old color behind and bring in the new one.
[*]Twist the yarns at the color change to prevent gaps or holes. This is key to making intarsia work neatly.
The biggest challenge with intarsia is managing the different yarns, especially when you're dealing with larger designs that require frequent color changes. You'll often need to keep the yarns untangled and ensure you don’t end up with massive knots or tangle disasters!Some tips for intarsia success include:
[*]Use a yarn ball for each color section (for big blocks, this can mean quite a few small balls of yarn!).
[*]Avoid tension issues by not pulling the yarn too tight at the color changes.
[*]Use a bobbin or a butterfly technique to manage yarns that aren't in use.
It’s perfect for designs that need bold color changes without the complexity of stranded knitting. Are you planning an intarsia project or just starting to explore the technique? It’s a fun one once you get the hang of it!

qle Publish time 2025-7-18 04:35

THANK YOU VERY MUCH

babs33 Publish time 2018-3-7 00:41

I always look atvideos on youtube to learn anything, I find them easier than written tutorials.

toomuchreading Publish time 2018-3-7 02:43

If its knitting intarsia, I would recommend Anne Berks Annatarsia knits, for crochet, check out youtube.On second thought youtube, like babs says is good for how tos.

babs33 Publish time 2018-3-9 05:02

Knit and crochet ever after on youtube has excellent tutorials

crotchetyhooker Publish time 2018-3-13 15:44

I dont usually see intarsia when talking about crochet. Normally I see tapestry crochet. That might get better results

babs33 Publish time 2018-3-16 23:51

I agree youtube, I always go there first if I want to know anything and always find what i am looking for.:)

carebear1 Publish time 2018-4-26 00:09

I just uploaded this beautiful pattern. CROCHETBETWEENTHE LINESSHAWLTammy Canavan-Soldaat http://www.pindiy.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=372275&fromuid=131988 (Source: PinDIY)

nagila Publish time 2018-5-14 06:56

I see yuotube.. but make intarsia my personal Mode i carry yarn for work.. i see un Russian tutorial :-)

gamzesk Publish time 2018-10-20 03:26

thanks for the post

ultimateduck13 Publish time 2021-2-18 05:13

Interesting, thanks!
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