DIY Bow Tie

[sydnie7]

If you're using the Burda pattern, check your neck size -- you may need to add a few inches to the long, straight, narrow section. I had to piece in about a 4-inch piece to make it fit about a 17 neck.

[Nick]

Alas! I was turning the second half last night, using the knitting needle method, and poked a hole right through the silk And I was really fond of this fabric, too. I think I'll try the Burda tip with threads at the points next time. I'm going to go rummage in the charity shops today.

[sydnie7]

Alas! I was turning the second half last night, using the knitting needle method, and poked a hole right through the silk And I was really fond of this fabric, too. I think I'll try the Burda tip with threads at the points next time. I'm going to go rummage in the charity shops today.

Sorry to hear of your mishap. That "threads at the points" methods is the only way to go! Takes a bit of fiddling to get the thread placed just right and caught by only one stitch, but it works a charm for turning the points. Highly recommended!

[pdcorlis]

Yes - the threads will help avoid any knitting needle mishaps - also, be sure to trim your seam allowances just a bit before turning. The Burda pattern and info Sydnie discovered are really terrific. Be sure to take a look at them before diving in to your first tie!

[Old Hippie]

That "threads at the points" methods is the only way to go!

I did the threads a few times, but I found it to be a massive time-waster for me. Now I just cut the whole thing out in one piece, stitch, trim, whack it in half, turn it over the back of a crochet hook and then lap and stitch to size. I use the hook end to push the points out completely.

For me, it's easier that way, but I can see the thread method has its good points (pardon the pun). Go with what works!

:ootd:

[Friday]

If you want a bow tie that matches your custom knit hose you can have a bow tie knit for you:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bow-tie

You need a Ravelry account to see the pattern. PM me if you would like a copy.

[Pleater]

Oh dear!!!

You should use the blunt end of the knitting needle, not the pointy one.

Plus you find one with a flat button shaped end, which the larger size plastic ones usually have, not the smaller sort the metal needles have.

Is there any chance that the hole could be closed up again - if the threads were only displaced rather than broken?

Anne the Pleater :ootd: