One of the favorite headwear models for women is hats. Their popularity continues. Every
season new models appear. The article offers a selection of knitted spring and winter hats crochet

The easiest crochet hat for beginners

A simple, yet stylish model for beginners

Let's start analyzing crocheted hats with a model for beginners from melange yarn. It is knitted only with single crochets. It is offered to her.

Size 56 cm.
You will need:
- 300 grams of medium thickness yarn (for example, Lanagold 240);
- knitting needle No. 7, hook No. 3.5.

Description of knitting a hat:

1. Cast on 2 chain stitches and knit 6 double stitches into the first stitch. Knitting goes in circles. In the next row, double the number of stitches. Then continue working, adding each p. six st.b/n. until you reach a diameter of 17 cm.
2. Then continue straight without adding 9 cm.
3. For margins, add 1 tbsp in every 3rd column. Then knit 5 cm without increments. Along the edge of the cap, make 1 row in a “crawfish step”.
4. Scarf: knitting goes in the transverse direction. Cast on 180 stitches. and knit in garter stitch 20cm.

Delicate crochet hat

First we knit, then we knit

The soft fluffy warm hat is crocheted with single crochets. It is shaped like a bell and decorated with buttons and horizontal stripes.
Size: 56 cm
You will need:
— yarn 50% lamb wool, 50% angora — 100 grams;
- hook No. 4;
- some thread for finishing;
- two buttons.

The hat must first be crocheted, then felted in the machine (optional).

Sample making:
Cast on 21 chain stitches and knit the sampler with several rows of double stitch. and try knitting it. To do this, put it in washing machine with other things, put in the washing powder, set the program with high temperature. Flatten the sample and dry. It should be 9 * 8.5 cm. Alternatively, you can knit several probes with different hook numbers. In order not to forget what number the sample is knitted with, mark them with different threads. Wash all samples. Whichever sample will correspond to the required size, take that hook number for knitting.

Crochet brim hat pattern
Knitting starts from the crown. Cast on 4 stitches and close in a circle. Knit 1 half double crochet in 1 st.

Next we knit the part with an overlap. We will do this in rotating rows:

Knit the fourth row 2 times.
RUR 33: Take a cotton thread and pull it along the edge of the cap, leaving 10cm from the edges. Tie another row of single crochets (like 4 rows), together with this one will complement. thread (to strengthen the edge).

Legend:
VP - air loop
pc - chain loop
sc - single crochet
psbn - half crochet

Completion:
Pull the thread at the top and fasten tightly. You will need a blank to dry the product. For example, a jar or flower pot with dimensions of 14 cm at the top, 18 at the bottom and a height of 15 cm. Knit the hat in the machine as described above, pull it onto the blank and dry it. As soon as the cap dries a little, try to pull it up to your head volume, then leave it to dry further.
Sew a piece of the strip from the inside. Take yarn in a contrasting color and sew 2 braids around the hat.

Elegant retro hat crochet hat

Spectacular spring crochet pattern

Size 56-58 cm
You will need:
— Qual Merino Cotton yarn (52% merino, 48% Egyptian cotton, 120 m. 50 g) — 150 g;
- hook No. 4.
Density: 20 embossed columns = 10 cm

Description of work and hat knitting pattern
Relief columns double crochet: knit in front or back in double crochet the previous way. r.. Start circular rows with two lifting air loops instead of one relief column. s/n and end with the 1st connection. pillar. into the second air lift loop. We double the relief stitch, knitting two of 1 sts of the previous row.
Crochet 3 chain stitches, one connecting st. enclose in a circle and knit 1 p. relief st.s/n like this:
1st row: 12 columns s/n;
2p.: * double 1 relief. St. s/n in front, 1 relief st. s/n behind - repeat 5 p. (=18p.);
3 p.: * 2 raised treble crochets in front, double 1 reliably crochet crochet crochet behind - 5 times (=24 p.);

Video master class on a crocheted women's hat from Irina Sherekina:

In black and white - always relevant!

Classic black White color always relevant

The next model of a warm crochet hat is black and white classic beanie bell
Size 56 cm
You will need 100 grams of pure wool yarn of medium thickness in black and white, hook number 5.
Knit the product with single crochets (SC), catching them on the top half loop.

How to crochet a hat with a brim?
Start knitting from the top. First we knit a chain of three chain stitches, then in the last loop from the hook we knit 6 stitches. Continue to spiral sc in the top stitch, evenly adding 6 sc in each round. When the diameter of the circle is 12 cm, add after 1 row: 1 p. no increase, 2nd rub. - add 6 STB until the folded product is 27 cm. Further 12 cm without additions.
Let's move on to the brim of the hat. You need to divide with a marker into 6 sectors and knit 9 rows, adding 1 STB to each marker. The hat is decorated with an artificial flower.

Crochet hat “French chic”

Cloche - translated from French, means bell. It was from there that the fashion for stylish, neat models of hats with small, slightly widened brims came to us. In the 20s of the last century, women rebelled against conservative stereotypes in clothing, refused corsets, long dresses… And of course, a new style demanded new hats. This beautiful style is relevant again. How to crochet a small cloche hat?

Size 56-57 cm
Required:
- tone-dyed yarn (15% wool, 25% polyester, 60% acrylic, 875 metres, 350 g);
- hook No. 7;
- pin, tulle, silk and rhinestone for the flower.

Attention! We will knit the hat in two folds, watch the color transition.

1. We start from the top of the head. From the chain 5 air items. knit 9 sc. In the second r. double the number of columns (=18).
2. We continue to knit in a spiral, making in the 3rd row. 8 increments, and in each next. - 6 additions each. Add until no. will not become 56.
3. Then knit straight to a crown height of 17cm.
4. For the fields you need to make 8 additions in 2 p. in a row (=72), then 4 rubles. no additions. Last r. - a crayfish step.
5. Tie a lace 70cm long and stretch it between the crown and the brim.
6. Let's make a flower. Cut out 8 circles of 10 cm each for the petals, fold each one in half twice and sew with the centers. Under the petals there will be a ruffle made of a strip of tulle, in the center there will be a rhinestone. The flower is pinned and attached to the cap.

Every fashionista dreams of having something handmade in her wardrobe. Most often, needlewomen either sew or knit something. So, for those who are starting to learn the basics of knitting needlework, this will be an excellent gift for your loved one. summer hat, which will become an indispensable summer accessory.

Which crochet is better to choose?

Before you start making this accessory, study the diagrams and choose the model that’s right for you, it’s worth understanding how to choose the right crochet hook. The quality of your product depends on this.

There are different hooks, they vary in thickness and length. Some are designed for a specific type of knitting. Ordinary hooks, varying in thickness, have their own number,

If you are knitting something from winter clothes, then you need to use a hook with a higher number, and if, as in this case, you need to knit a hat, you should choose a small hook.

For convenience, the yarn contains information about the hook that is best suited for knitting. If for some reason there is no designation on the label, then fold the thread in half and get the required hook size.

Sometimes, of course, you shouldn’t obey the rules and it’s better to experiment. So try, imagine and create with pleasure.

Crochet summer hat

You simply cannot do without a hat for the summer. This is an indispensable accessory for every woman or girl. This Panama hat will take its rightful place in a fashionista’s summer wardrobe.

We can immediately say that the decoration for the hat can be made removable.

For knitting you will need:

• Yarn;
• Hooks No. 2 and 5;
• Regilin;
• Stoppers;
• Satin ribbon.

Before you start knitting, carefully study the photo below, which shows a selection of yarn samples.

The diagram below is designed for a hat measuring 49-50 cm.

We knit 14 rows according to the pattern, then we make an increase in every sixth column. In total, we should get 21 reports, the width of which is about 2 cm. From the 15th row we continue knitting according to the pattern. From rows 15 to 20 we repeat knitting twice. We also knit rows 33-38 according to the pattern. They differ from the 15-20th only in the last row. Instead of dc we knit it with sc.

The following diagram shows how to knit the brim for the hat and the flower.

We start knitting the fields from the 39th row, for this we make an increase in every 3rd column. After the 45th row, we begin to increase in every 4th column, in the 51st - in every 5th. The point is to get 7 additional reports.

The fields will need to be steamed and given the desired shape, which should be similar to the shape of a flat circle. Lumps and tails should also not be present. Next, you should strengthen the fields with regilin and stoppers.

We steam the fields with warm air, they will look like this:

We take regilin and tie it with RLS.

This is what should happen.

We thread the stopper through the ends of the regilin.

We tie the same row of RLS again. And we knit the last row in a crab step through the column. Now our hat is ready.

By the way, such a headdress is also suitable for autumn if you knit it from thicker threads. And in order to study the process of creating a hat in more detail, watch the video:

Video selection with other methods:

Who would have thought that you could crochet a hat! Despite the imaginary complexity, even beginners can do this within one day. This is a traditionally feminine accessory, so our article will look at various ways of knitting hats for girls and little girls who do not want to lag behind fashion.

Photos of women's crocheted hats

Women's hats knitted by themselves look incredibly elegant. With such a headdress you will definitely not go unnoticed. Look at the photos of finished works from professional craftsmen, perhaps very soon you will become the owner of such an original and cute hat.

Children's options are no less beautiful. The hats of little fashionistas can be decorated in any way you like. Pineapples, violets, roses, daisies and berries are ideal.

Master class and description of crochet hats

As children, many girls were jealous of their dolls because they had such beautiful hats. Now you can make your dream come true and become the owner of an ultra-fashionable and modern headdress.

Our master class is devoted to creating a small children's model with improvised brims and a satin ribbon in the form additional decoration. Openwork knitting makes the product airy and soft - ideal for summer season.

To get started, select suitable color thread You can take any patterns, but we suggest using ours if you do not yet have experience in knitting such products. Our description will help you figure it out if something is unclear.

The amount of yarn depends on the size. But, considering that we are knitting a model for a girl, 100 g of cotton thread will be enough for you. To work, use hook number 2.

At the very beginning you need to knit a simple chain of air loops. Secure it in a circle. The next row consists of three lifting loops and 30 double crochets. Then you need to lift again, and then knit, alternating two chain stitches and one double crochet. The third row will already have 44 double crochets.

Now pay attention to the diagram. It shows how to knit further. Just follow the directions and you'll soon be able to enjoy the sight of a beautiful pattern. You should end up with a large dome with connected openwork petals. It needs to be carefully starched and the brims turned outward. Then you need to thread satin ribbon in lace and tie it beautiful bow. At this point the work is completed, and you can already show off your brand new hat in front of your girlfriends.

How to create a crochet hat with a large brim: diagram and video

The hat in the previous master class has very small brims. If you like a model with large edges, you will have to use a wire frame. The fact is that starch will not overcome gravity knitted pattern, and the margins can quickly drop, and the product itself will lose its appearance.

For knitting you will need white cotton yarn, at least 150 g. The work begins by making 6 air loops that are connected into a ring. Knit the next rows according to the pattern shown below.

Once the hat is ready, attach the wire frame to it, giving it the correct shape. It would be advisable to additionally starch the product and place it on the mold.

Another interesting lesson is offered in the video. You don't need a pattern to create this hat. Its author comes up with the patterns himself. Just listen to the recommendations and see how to knit a hat correctly. Beauty finished product can be enjoyed after a few hours of relaxed work.

Photos of hats in retro style, with large brims and made of lace

Women's hat can be made in any form. Recently, retro-style products have been in particular demand. We offer several options for this type of hat.

In the summer, you need to protect your face from the sun more carefully. It will help you with this beautiful hat with large fields. In it you will be like a real English lady at a reception with the Queen.

Summer hats crocheted with flowers - a lot of schemes, ideas and mk

Here are collected diagrams of beautiful openwork hats and color schemes for them. There is also material on how to starch and dry these hats.

Thread - begonia, hook 2.1. 1 skein was enough.
I'll try to write how I knitted (from memory)
I knitted a strip around the circumference of my head from loin mesh(4 rows) - in a circle - the bandage turned out like this
Then I attached the thread and knitted the strip on top with fillet. I tried it on my daughter. The holes were large. I tied them with fans, but at the same time adjusted the pattern so that it did not expand, but vice versa
Fields:
When moving to the brim, I knitted 1 row of sc (I always knit 2-3 rows of sc, but here I didn’t knit it and the hat doesn’t fit so tightly to the head - I did this deliberately so that the hat would be looser at sea)
then 3 rows of arches from 5th century. P.
And then fans according to your favorite pattern

Then I tied a double ring of regilina sc, then with a crawfish step.

Hat “Little Lady”

diagram and description of the side part

Diagram of the bottom and crown for exhaust gas 49-50 cm.

My yarn

My connected 13 rows of the bottom:

Up to the 13th row inclusive, we knit the same for all sizes.
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ATTENTION:
When knitting a pattern in those places where we stick the hook into the post, it is advisable to use the “deep” sticking method. The hook must be inserted not under the two upper half-loops of the column, but into the body of the column itself. This method will not allow the pattern to shift when we knit with the crown.
* * *
Starting from the 15th row for all sizes we knit according to the pattern. Repeat rows 15-20 two more times.
They differ from the 15-20th only in the last row. Instead of a dc, I knitted a sc.
We also knit rows 33-38 according to the pattern.
38th row - RLS in each column.
The fields start from the 39th row.

We finish with the CROWN and insert the FIRST regelin equal to the circumference of the head. I made one vein. This is where we complete the work of the RLS. Steam.

We knit the BRIMS of the hat.
In the 39th row we make increases in every 3rd column,
In the 45th row - every 4th, in the 51st - every 5th.
The point is that in each row with increases you need to add 56 CH (7 reports). That is, in the 39th 168/56 = 3, in the 45th (168+56)/56 = 4, etc.

STRENGTHENING FIELDS.

After the last row of fields is knitted, they need to be steamed well.
On a horizontal table surface, the fields should have the shape of a flat circle.

We take the SECOND regilin (TWO veins at once) and tie it with RLS. The length of regilin is not measured in advance!!! They just cut off the excess later.
We straighten the fields well.
Let's steam!
We tie the same row of RLS again. And we tie the last row with a “crawfish step” through the post.
On a plane, the fields should still be shaped like a flat circle.
Once again we steam the fields with an iron through a damp cloth!!!.
To add rigidity, I used SALVITOSE, which is used in felting.
Air dried.

DECORATION.
It must be removable - on a pin or button.

Knitting daisies is very easy.
Dial a chain of 2 v. p. In the first of them, knit 8 half-stitches and close them in a circle in the 1st half-stitch.

When the whole chamomile is ready, tie each of its petals in succession with connecting posts. This will allow them to keep their shape and not curl.

For the centers of the daisies, make small pom-poms using a regular dinner fork.

We wrap thread around the teeth of the fork. Then we tie it with an additional thread in the middle, remove it from the fork and tighten the knot. Then fluff and trim. Sew to the center of the daisy.

Two daisies are small, and one is slightly larger. For it, the scheme is the same, only for the petals we dial not 7, but 9 v. P.

I made a decoration on a button clasp for bags.
We will need a button and a knitted circle - this is what the daisies will be sewn on:

IN finished form:

We attach the button to the hat

Scheme (for petals only):

Designations: the sketched dots on the diagram are the loop that is on the hook; the numbers in brackets are the number of loops that we pull from the connected column (to make it easier to count loops)

Blind (connecting) loop

I knit from Soso threads (50g=240m) with a regular hook No. 1.5 (without a handle)

Step by step photo process:
1. We knit 6 single crochets into a sliding loop

tighten the thread and close it in a circle.

2. Grabbing only the back half of the loops, we knit 11 single crochets (1 sc in the first half and 2 sc in the subsequent ones), connecting in a circle.

Half loops of a smaller circle will be needed for the upper petals.

3. We knit arches for the lower petals: cast on 5 air loops (c), skip 3 loops of the circle, fasten to the fourth; repeat 2 more times, fasten the last arch into the loop from which the first arch was knitted.

4. We begin to knit the first lower petal: Cast on 4 stitches. p. If you turn the knitting a little, the back (purl) jumpers will be visible

there is one loop on the hook (shaded point in the diagram), we pull out one loop at a time from the purl jumpers (4 sticks), we pull the last one out from under the arch (outermost stick)

there should be 6 loops on the hook

5. Close the row: grab working thread and knit loops in pairs on the hook (grab the working thread and pull it through 2 loops, grab the working thread and pull it through the next 2 loops). We have the first row (connected column)

6. If you turn the knitting a little, the purl jumpers will be visible,

We knit one in. P.; we pull out the loops from the purl jumpers (1 on the hook + 5 from the jumpers + 1 from under the arch = 7 loops).

We close the row in pairs.

7. Next, we begin to cut the loops. In the sixth row, we begin knitting from a blind loop (insert the hook into the first jumper, grab the working thread and pull it through the loop on the hook). from further jumpers we pull out a loop and the last one from under the arch

We close the row in pairs.

To finish the first lower petal, we knit a blind loop into each purl jumper, and one under the arch

We make one blind loop in the next arch and begin to knit the second lower petal in the same way as the first. After you tie all three arches, it will look like this

To move to the upper petals, make 1 in. p insert the hook into half the loop of the small circle and knit a blind loop

On a small circle you need to tie 3 arches from 4 in. p (2 arches for petals and 1 for the core)

8. Dial 5 v. p and knit the first connection. upper petal column

First upper petal:

Two petals

We tie the upper petals with single crochets (I laid thin wire along the contour to better hold their shape). The lower petals were tied with stbn (without wire). It turned out like this

Sew on beads, maybe small beads, and admire

Starching caps

1. Wash the cap in warm water (30-40 degrees). I use bleach to wash my white hats. washing powder, for colored - powder for colored things.

2. Prepare the starch. To do this, pour 2 tablespoons of starch into a bowl and dilute it with 1/2 cup of cold water (to avoid the formation of lumps). Then pour boiling water, about 1 - 1.5 liters, stirring constantly. The mixture should be thick and transparent. Leave to cool.

3. Thoroughly starch the washed hats, squeeze them out (without twisting), removing excess starch.

4. To dry the hats, I use regular inflatable balloons, after inflating them to the desired size.

5. During the drying process, I periodically give the brim the desired shape, and iron the brim of the openwork caps through a layer of fabric.

A hat is one of the universal accessories. This headdress can be sewn from fabric or knitted from yarn. Last option especially suitable for hot weather summer days or vacation time. Any needlewoman can master crocheting summer hats, they are so easy to make.

How to crochet a hat?

All hats are crocheted using the same principle. First you need to take your measurements and think about the future model. Place a measuring tape around your head. It should pass through the back of the head and the middle of the forehead. The resulting number should be remembered. This will be the size of the finished headdress.

Knitted hats can be completely different - with large, small brims, openwork or a solid pattern. It is also worth paying attention to the type of yarn. Summer hats are often crocheted from cotton and linen threads. They keep their shape perfectly. In addition, they are easy to starch. This treatment makes the edges more rigid. It is best to use threads of medium thickness.

The technique of knitting hats comes down to the fact that first you knit the crown. To do this, close the air loops into a ring, and then begin to make increases. After uniform knitting, you get a bottom that has folded edges. After that they move on to the fields. Make increases and knit the same number of loops to the desired width.

Crochet hat: knitting pattern

You will need:

• Measuring tape
• Threads of medium thickness
• Hook 3 (or any other that matches the yarn)

Manufacturing instructions:

1. Tie 3 air loops and close them around with a half-column. Knit 2 single crochets into each stitch.
2. Start the 2nd row with a lifting air loop. Then, in each column of the previous row, knit 2 loops according to the pattern. Complete the knitting by connecting the beginning and end with a half-stitch. This action should be repeated at the end of each row.
3. In the 3rd row, start repeating: 1 single crochet in the 1st loop, 2 in the 2nd. We start the row with an air loop and end with a connecting post.
4. 4th row: the first 2 loops - along the 1st stitch, and in the 3rd we knit 2 single crochets.
5. Making additions in this way, knit another 10 rows. We got the bottom of the future hat. There are about 68-70 loops at its base.
6. Next we knit the crown. To do this, we perform 1 stitch in each loop. In this way, you need to knit the fabric to a height of 12 cm. We knit 2 stitches into the last loop of the row.
7. Start making additions. Knit 2 stitches into the first loop and skip the next one. Knit the fabric in this way up to 18 cm (total height from the beginning).
8. Next row: 1 loop in the 1st column, 2 in the next. Repeat alternating until the end of the row.
9. Continue knitting the hat by knitting 1 single crochet at a time. Knit in this way until the brim of the hat reaches the desired width. Cut the thread and pull the tail through the loop. Then carefully hide it.

Crochet hat for a girl: job description

You will need:

• Thin yarn like “Iris” - 100 g.
• Hook 2

Manufacturing instructions:

1. Knit 12 air loops and close them into a ring.
2. 1st row: 1 double crochet, 1 chain crochet, 2 double crochets in 1 chain, 1 chain crochet. Repeat this way until the end of the row.
3. 2nd row: 1 double crochet, 1 chain crochet, 1 double crochet, 1 chain crochet, 2 double crochets in 1 chain, 1 chain crochet.
4. 3rd row: 1 double crochet, 1 chain crochet, 1 double crochet, 1 chain crochet, 1 double crochet in 1 chain, 1 chain crochet. Knit the next 3 rows in this manner.
5. 7th row: knit 1 double crochet into each loop, and 1 chain stitch between them.
6. Let's move on to the fields. And we knit 2 double crochets for each loop of the previous row. Between them there is 1 air loop.
7. The next rows are double crochets in each stitch. We knit in this way until the fields reach the desired width. We cut the thread and pull it through the last loop using a hook. We carefully hide the tail on the wrong side.
8. You can decorate the finished hat with a ribbon or crocheted flowers.

Crochet summer hats: how to knit?

This hat model is quite simple to make. At the same time, she looks quite stylish. It can be worn with summer sundress, denim shorts or linen trousers. The headdress is universal and suitable for any style of clothing.

You will need:

• Cotton or linen yarn, 320 m. per 100 g. - 1 skein.
• Hook 2
• Line for fixing fields

Manufacturing instructions:

1. First, we calculate the diameter of the bottom of the future hat. To do this, take a head circumference measurement. Divide the resulting number by 3. Then subtract 2 cm from it. This is done because after washing the product will shrink a little, but then stretch during wear.
2. We begin to knit the bottom. To do this, we close 3 air loops into a ring. Then we knit 6 loops into it.
3. We start adding from the 2nd row. To do this, we knit 2 single crochets into each loop.
4. 3rd row: 2 single crochets in 1 loop, 1 in the 2nd. We alternate knitting in this way until the end of the row.
5. We knit according to the pattern until the diameter of the bottom of the crochet hat is equal to the number that we obtained thanks to the calculation at the very beginning.
6. Let's move on to making the crown of our headdress. To do this, we knit 1 single crochet into each loop. The 1st row is performed quite tightly. Thus, we continue knitting, periodically trying on the workpiece. You need to finish the crown when it reaches the height of your ear. At this point, you need to create holes for threading the decorative tape. To do this, we knit the last row of the crown with single crochets.
7. Next we move on to the fields.
8. 1st row: in every 10th loop of the previous row we knit 2 single crochets. We perform the next 3 rows without additions, according to the drawing.
9. 5th row: make an increase in the form of 2 single crochets in every 12 loops. We knit the next 3 rows without increases.
10. Row 9: adding 2 stitches to every 14 stitches. The next 3 rows are unchanged.
11. 13th row: adding 2 stitches in every 16th loop to the end of the row. Next we knit 3 stitches without increases. We have formed a slightly flared brim of the hat. Let's move on to strengthening them.
12. Cut a long piece of fishing line. We press it to the last row and carefully tie it with a single crochet. When we come to the end of the row, we should cut the fishing line and connect its edges. To do this, they are melted with a lighter. We cut the thread and carefully hide it inside the headdress. Crochet summer hat is ready!
13. Almost all hats do not hold their shape when finished. They can be made tougher in a variety of ways. Usually starch and sugar syrup are used. A gelatin solution is no less effective. Take and heat 1 tbsp. water. Pour a 25 g bag of gelatin into the hot liquid. Mix everything thoroughly. Then add 0.5 tsp to the solution. salt and 4 tbsp. l. 9% vinegar. The liquid should be poured into a large bowl. Then they put it there knitted hat and let it get wet. Next, the product is wrung out and the water is allowed to drain.
14. Cover the table with a bag or polyethylene. We put a three-liter jar on it. We put a hat on her. Let's give it shape. Special attention We pay attention to the crown. Let it dry a little. Then we remove the hat and leave it standing on the polyethylene. We wet the fields with a sponge and smooth them thoroughly. They should lie flat on the table. Let the product dry. After this, the headdress is ready to wear.

Crochet hat: photo

In order to crochet a hat, you need to take a head circumference measurement. Knitting starts from the bottom. Usually the air loops are closed into a ring, and then the additions begin. Knit this way until the workpiece reaches the desired size. Then they move on to the crown. It is knitted without any additions. For fields, a certain number of double columns must be made. They will help expand them. Then the fields are knitted without increments until they reach the desired width.