Yarn with patterns and splicing production method thereof

Abstract

A method of producing a yarn with a pattern is characterized in that a plurality of line segments are combined into a sequence of rows (i.e., tufts). The yarn is preferably knotless. According to the method, line segments with different lengths are spliced, so that patterns can be easily arranged in visually distinguishable colors.

Description

[0001] Priority Statement

[0002] This application claims priority to PCT patent application No. PCT / IB2024 / 054576, filed on May 10, 2024, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

[0003] Technical Field of the Invention

[0004] This invention relates to the technical field of patterned yarns, and more particularly to a method for producing patterned yarns using splicing technology. The yarns can be combined into a sequence according to a pattern to ultimately form a workpiece.

[0005] background

[0006] Regardless of the technique used—knitting, crocheting, embroidery, weaving, sewing, etc.—fiber artisans face a common problem: dealing with loose ends when changing yarn colors. While color changes are aesthetically desirable, each color change generates at least two loose ends. Weaving or knotting these loose ends requires time and effort, increasing the artisan's workload and impacting the weaving experience. This is especially true for artisans with conditions like arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome, making the process more painful. Furthermore, loose ends can be damaged, affecting the integrity of the finished piece.

[0007] Variable-dyed yarn and striped yarn offer artisans a variety of color choices, but also have limitations. Variable-dyed yarn has varying lengths of color repetition, resulting in a random color effect. The coloring effect of variable-dyed yarn varies in length, resembling a color blending effect. Therefore, the colors of variable-dyed yarn are usually random, making it impossible to weave clear patterns. Striped yarn, on the other hand, has fixed-length color segments that can be used to weave stripes. The start and end points of the striped color effect do not need to be aligned with specific points. Artisans cannot control the direction of color change, so the stripes may be misaligned, affecting the aesthetics. Therefore, similar to variable-dyed yarn, striped yarn also has limitations when used to form patterns. This is mainly because the final color effect in the pattern cannot be predicted.

[0008] Given the shortcomings and / or related problems of existing multicolor workpiece solutions, there is a need for an improved patterned yarn in which color segments in the pattern can be reliably and predictably combined into various patterns. Other beneficial properties will also be discussed in this paper.

[0009] Overview

[0010] This specification describes yarns that can be combined into patterns (e.g., row sequences), where each row corresponds to a segment in the pattern. The finished product can be produced efficiently, reducing the tedious work required of artisans. To achieve this pattern, a method is provided for producing a continuous yarn with a pattern having visually distinguishable segments connected by the method described herein. Preferably, the yarn is a knotless continuous yarn. Yarn segments can be connected and measured in a controlled manner to form segments conforming to the pattern. In one embodiment, the yarn is measured and connected in a controlled manner to connect segments of increasing length, starting with the shortest segment. This method reduces and / or avoids knots, which cause undesirable variations in the length of the continuous yarn, particularly individual segments.

[0011] In one aspect, the present invention provides a method for producing continuous yarn to form a pattern, characterized by combining multiple yarn segments into a row sequence, comprising the steps of: feeding one or more yarns into a spinning machine to measure the length of the yarn segments, and connecting the yarn segments together to form a continuous yarn that can be combined into a row sequence according to the pattern.

[0012] In one aspect, the present invention provides a method for producing continuous yarn to form a pattern, characterized by combining multiple yarn segments into a row sequence, comprising the following steps: feeding a first yarn into a textile machine to measure a first yarn segment; feeding a second yarn into a textile machine; connecting a first end of the first yarn segment to a first end of the second yarn to form a first connecting yarn segment, wherein the first connecting yarn segment is knot-free; conveying the first yarn segment, the first connecting yarn segment, and the second yarn through the textile machine to measure a second yarn segment, wherein the length of the second yarn segment is different from that of the first yarn segment; feeding a third yarn into the textile machine; connecting a first end of the third yarn to a second end of the second yarn segment to form a second connecting yarn segment, wherein the second connecting yarn segment is knot-free to form a continuous yarn; conveying the second yarn segment, the second connecting yarn segment, and the third yarn through the textile machine to measure a third yarn segment, wherein the length of the third yarn segment is different from that of the first and second yarn segments; and controlling tension to prevent knotting when collecting the yarn conveyed by the textile machine as a continuous yarn. In one embodiment, the line segment pattern is composed of a continuous yarn sequence, comprising: forming a loop cluster from a first line segment, wherein the first line segment has an unconnected second end and forms a first loose end; interlocking the looping row with a portion of the loop cluster from a second line segment, wherein the second line segment has no free end; and interlocking the outer row with a portion of the looping row from a third line segment. In one embodiment, each connecting line segment (including at least a first connecting line segment and a second connecting line segment) may each have an independent length of 0.5 to 5 cm. In one embodiment, the third line segment has an unconnected second end and forms a second loose end. The connecting step may employ splicing techniques, including but not limited to pneumatic splicing, mechanical splicing, electrostatic splicing, adhesive bonding, or thermal bonding. In one embodiment, the splicing technique is preferably a wrapping splicing technique.

[0013] In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method for producing continuous yarn to form a pattern, characterized by combining at least five yarn segments into a row sequence, comprising the following steps: feeding a first yarn into a textile machine to measure a first yarn segment; feeding a second yarn into a textile machine and connecting a first end of the first yarn segment to a first end of the second yarn to form a first connecting segment, wherein the first connecting segment is knot-free; conveying the first yarn segment, the first connecting segment, and the second yarn through the textile machine to measure a second yarn segment of the second yarn, wherein the length of the second yarn segment is different from that of the first yarn segment; feeding a third yarn into a textile machine and connecting a first end of the third yarn to a second end of the second yarn segment to form a second connecting segment, wherein the second connecting segment is knot-free to form a continuous yarn; conveying the second yarn segment, the second connecting segment, and the third yarn through the textile machine to measure a third yarn segment of the third yarn, wherein the length of the third yarn segment is different from that of the first and second yarn segments; feeding a fourth yarn into a textile machine and connecting a first end of the fourth yarn to a second end of the third yarn segment to form a third connecting segment, wherein the third connecting segment is knot-free to form a continuous yarn; conveying the third yarn segment, the first connecting segment, and the second connecting segment to a second end of the third yarn segment to form a third connecting segment; conveying the third yarn segment, the first connecting segment, and the second connecting segment to a second end of the third yarn segment to form a continuous yarn; conveying the second yarn segment, the first connecting segment, and the second connecting segment to a second end of the third yarn segment to form a third connecting segment; conveying the second yarn segment, the first connecting segment, and the second connecting segment to a second end of the third yarn segment to form a continuous yarn ... The third connecting segment and the fourth yarn are passed through a textile machine to measure the fourth segment of the fourth yarn, wherein the length of the fourth segment is different from that of the first and second segments. A fifth yarn is fed into the textile machine, and the first end of the fifth yarn is connected to the second end of the fourth segment to form the fourth connecting segment. The fourth connecting segment is knot-free to form a continuous yarn. The fourth segment, the fourth connecting segment, and the fifth yarn are then passed through the textile machine to measure the fifth segment of the fifth yarn, wherein the length of the fifth segment is different from that of the first and second segments. In one embodiment, the segment pattern is composed of a row sequence of continuous yarns, including: forming a loop from the first segment, wherein the first segment has an unconnected second end and forms a first loose end; interlocking the surrounding row with a portion of the loop from the second segment, wherein the second segment has no free end; and interlocking the outer row with a portion of the surrounding row from the third segment. In one embodiment, each connecting segment (including at least the first, second, third, and fourth connecting segments) may independently have a length of 0.5 to 5 cm. In one embodiment, the third segment has an unconnected second end, forming a second loose end. The connection step may involve splicing techniques, preferably using a wrapping splicing technique. Brief description of the attached diagram

[0015] The same reference numerals and labels in the various figures denote the same elements.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a textile machine according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2A It is a row combination pattern according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2B It is a three-line combination pattern according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2C It is a row combination pattern of flower shapes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2D It is a row combination pattern according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 3 It is a row of yarns produced according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 shows a row of different yarn balls produced using traditional techniques.

[0023] Detailed description

[0024] The method of this invention measures and connects line segments of increasing length to produce patterned yarn. In one embodiment, the yarn segments are measured and connected using a continuous or semi-continuous process. Typically, each yarn is fed into the textile machine along a series of rollers, and measurement and connection are completed in a connector. Once the continuous yarn is formed, the processed pieces can be assembled into a sequence according to pattern requirements.

[0025] In one embodiment, one or more line segments may be connected using a splicing technique. This splicing technique can be used to add line segments that have a visually distinguishable color after dyeing, or to replace a line segment in a pattern. In one embodiment, the splicing technique can be used to combine each line segment with a visually distinguishable color in a pattern. Adjacent line segments partially overlap by up to 5 cm, for example, up to 4 cm, 3 cm, 2.5 cm, or 2.2 cm. In one embodiment, a connector can be used to wind the thread around the partially overlapping line segments. Adjacent line segments may overlap by 0.5 cm to 5 cm, for example, 0.5 cm to 4.5 cm, 0.5 cm to 4 cm, or 1 cm to 4 cm. The thread winding may be a fine yarn and tightly wound in a spiral manner. The connector can apply tension to the thread winding. The line segments are joined together to form a bond that is not easily separated. In one embodiment, the line segments are joined together to form a high-strength bond that resists separation when combined into a pattern. In some embodiments, the partially overlapping line segments may be pre-wound or twisted together before being wound with thread. For the purposes of this disclosure, when the segments are spliced ​​together, they can be considered knotless, partly because the spliced ​​yarn segments are relatively thin, much thinner than a rigid knot.

[0026] Therefore, in one embodiment, a method for producing patterned yarn is provided, characterized by combining multiple segments into a row sequence using the splicing technique described herein. This splicing technique involves providing one or more segments of varying lengths, each segment having a visually distinguishable color. For example, one end of the shortest first segment is spliced ​​with a second segment (preferably a longer segment). One end of the first segment is not spliced; this end is a free or loose end. The end portions of the first and second segments partially overlap and are spliced ​​using yarn winding. Next, the other end of the second segment is spliced ​​with a third segment. This process is repeated until the desired number of segments are combined into a continuous knotless yarn. The last segment may have a second free end. The line segment pattern can be combined into a row sequence, including: forming a ring cluster from a first line segment having a first loose end; interlocking the encircling row with a portion of the ring cluster from a second line segment located adjacent to the middle of the first line segment, wherein the encircling row has no free end; and interlocking the outer row with a portion of the encircling row from a third line segment, the third line segment being longer than the second line segment, wherein the third line segment is joined to the second line segment at one end, and the outer row has a second loose end. Although only one second line segment is described herein, it should be understood that multiple line segments can be used to form a corresponding number of encircling rows.

[0027] According to one embodiment of the method disclosed herein Figure 1 A system 100 for producing continuous yarn 102 is shown. System 100 includes a textile machine 104, a yarn feeder 106, a connector 108, and a take-up 110. In one embodiment, system 100 includes a plurality of yarn feeders 106 to supply one or more segments of continuous yarn 102. In some embodiments, one yarn feeder 106 may be used for each segment. The connector 108 may be integrated into the textile machine 104 or may be a separate component. In some embodiments, the connector may be a pneumatic connector, a mechanical connector (i.e., a winding connector), or other winding process. In some embodiments, yarn filaments may be randomly spliced ​​to form connecting segments. Figure 1 For illustrative purposes, a winding connector with a winding yarn spool 112 is used. The winding yarn spool 112 provides fine yarn for connecting the overlapping ends of the yarns. The winding yarn can be tightly wound to form a high-strength connecting segment. In one embodiment, the thickness of the connecting segment with the winding yarn is less than the knot thickness, so the connecting segment can be considered a knotless connection. Using winding yarn helps prevent the craftsman from accidentally pulling the segment apart while weaving the pattern.

[0028] To form continuous yarn 102, individual yarns 114 are fed from yarn feed bobbins 106 into textile machines 104 and connected into connecting segments via connectors 108. After connection, the yarns are conveyed through textile machines 104 and wound onto take-up bobbins 110. Preferably, the connection process produces knot-free connecting segments. Continuous yarn 102 may include multiple connecting segments for connecting multiple yarn segments, thereby arranging these segments into a row sequence as described herein.

[0029] In one embodiment, the yarn on each yarn feeder 106 can be dyed a different color. In some embodiments, the textile machine can dye the yarn after it has been removed from the yarn feeder.

[0030] like Figure 1As shown, yarn 114 from yarn feed bobbin 106 enters textile machine 104 and is conveyed to feed roller 118 via draft roller 116. Yarn 114 is length-measured by metering device 120. Example lengths are shown in the table below. Yarn 114 is cut after metering by metering device 120. Metering device 120 can be any suitable device for measuring yarn lengths as shown in the tables provided herein. In one embodiment, the metering device can be an electronic yarn meter, laser measuring instrument, mechanical counter, or other suitable cutting device. The cut yarn is conveyed via conveyor roller 122 and then enters connector 108 along guide roller 124. After the second end of the cut yarn passes through connector 108, yarn 114 is secured by clamping roller 126. In some embodiments, connector may include guide rails for securing the overlapping ends of yarn 114 and yarn 114'. Subsequently, yarn 114' from yarn feed bobbin 106' enters textile machine 104 along a similar path. Yarn 114' is fed to feed roller 118' via draft roller 116'. In one embodiment, the first end of yarn 114' may be connected to the second end of yarn 114'. Thus, yarn 114' can pass through metering device 120' without cutting after connection. In some embodiments, metering device 120' may cut yarn 114' before connection. Although each yarn is shown to be equipped with an independent metering device, in some embodiments, a single metering device may be used to meter each yarn. The connecting segment may be formed by overlapping yarn ends to form a connecting segment with a length of 0.5 cm to 5 cm. The connected ends are preferably not free or loose and are preferably secured with winding yarn. After connection via a connector (preferably using winding yarn from winding yarn spool 112, not shown), the first yarn, connecting segment, and second yarn are fed through back roller 128, hysteresis roller 130, and tensioner 132 to prevent the connected continuous yarn 102 from knotting. In addition to tensioner 132, a tension sensor (not shown) can be used to detect the tension characteristics of the continuous yarn 102. By detecting potential defects, the continuous yarn 102 can be prevented from continuing to be wound into take-up bobbin 110. After detecting no defects, the continuous yarn 102 can finally be wound into take-up bobbin 110. After the yarn is joined, metering device 120' can cut yarn 114' to the length shown in the attached table. In one embodiment, the length of yarn 114' can be different from that of yarn 114, and is preferably longer. In addition, each yarn can be a different color to ensure visual identification by the user. This process continuously measures and joins the yarn to form the segments required to constitute the pattern. When a pattern is completed, the textile machine 104 can add additional segments to the continuous yarn using a similar process.

[0031] Each roller of the textile machine can be independently driven by a motor to control the speed at which the yarn passes through. In one implementation, any type of adjustable timing device (such as a microcomputer) can control the inputs to the motor and the corresponding roller. The method described herein operates in a controlled manner, avoiding misalignment between randomly connected yarn segments and the pattern.

[0032] To maintain yarn connectivity and metering accuracy, each yarn can be monitored to control its feed speed and / or tension. Monitoring can be performed at preset locations throughout the process. Monitoring data can be transmitted to a processor, which controls the method by adjusting roller speed or yarn deflection. The feed speed of the yarn and continuous yarn can be regulated to prevent knotting. Knotting occurs when yarn breaks, requiring the broken ends to be re-knotted and reconnected. Such knotting shortens yarn segments and introduces additional changes in segment length. Furthermore, this knotting disrupts the production process. In some implementations, monitoring devices can be used to detect defects in the continuous yarn, such as breaks or weak points, which could lead to subsequent breakage.

[0033] In one implementation, to achieve consistency in the pattern of the continuous yarn, the process connects yarn segments from shortest to longest, where the shortest segment includes the pull end of the yarn. The craftsman comes into contact with this pull end when combining the yarn into multiple rows (also called clusters). In one implementation, the shortest segments of the yarn containing the pull end can form a loop cluster, i.e., the initial row.

[0034] As described above, the number of line segments is variable. In one embodiment, the pattern may include the first three line segments (i.e., the first, second, and third line segments), as shown in Table 1. In another embodiment, the pattern may include at least three line segments as shown in Table 1, provided that the shortest line segment is included. The length of each line segment may be increased independently by at least 50 cm, preferably at least 75 cm, and more preferably at least 100 cm. The increase in line segment length may be predetermined by the desired row arrangement.

[0035]

[0036] For the purposes of this disclosure, “yarn” and “fiber” mean any fiber, natural fiber (such as cotton, linen, flax, silk and / or wool), man-made fiber (such as polyester and / or acrylic), or blended fiber, used in fiber technology, including crocheting, knotting, needlework, knitting, embroidery, tapestry and / or other fiber processing techniques.

[0037] As described herein, the pattern comprises multiple line segments. Each line segment pattern constitutes a workpiece containing combined rows as described herein, for example, using a granny check pattern or shape pattern. Within a line segment pattern, each line segment can have an increasing (or decreasing) length, meaning the segments are arranged in order from shortest to longest (or longest to shortest). While the method may begin dyeing with the shortest line segment, it may also begin with the longest line segment and proceed in descending order. The number of line segments in a pattern can vary from 3 to 10, for example, 3 to 8, 4 to 8, or 4 to 6 lines. Typically, each line segment corresponds to one row, but in some embodiments, one line segment may be used for two or more rows. Each strand of yarn has more than one combination of line segments; preferably, the yarn contains 2 to 35 combinations, 4 to 33 combinations, or more preferably 6 to 16 combinations. For ease of production, the craftsman needs to prepare a sufficient number of line segments to combine the yarn into workpieces. Each thread segment can be taken out individually by the user, or they can be combined to form a larger workpiece. Therefore, a single strand of yarn can be used to create multiple workpieces, each containing a row of patterns.

[0038] This method allows for joining and metering in a continuous or semi-continuous process, arranging yarn segments in color sequence within a continuous yarn. This eliminates interruptions between rows of different colors. While it is preferred that each yarn segment has a different color, in some embodiments, the color may be repeated.

[0039] The length of each line segment may vary depending on the pattern and yarn. In one embodiment, the length of the shortest line segment, as shown in Table 2, may be 150cm to 250cm, for example 175cm to 240cm, or more preferably 200cm to 225cm.

[0040] Table 2 provides an example range of five-segment patterns.

[0041]

[0042] In one implementation, the length of the line segments can vary and generally follows a pattern of increasing length for each segment. In one implementation, the shortest line segment is 550cm to 750cm, for example, 575cm to 700cm, or more preferably, 590cm to 650cm. The amount of increase in line segment length can be predetermined by the desired row arrangement. Table 3 shows example ranges for a six-segment pattern, where the lengths of the third and sixth line segments increase from the first line segment, while the lengths of the second, fourth, and fifth line segments follow different increasing patterns from the first line segment.

[0043]

[0044] In one embodiment, the workpiece can be formed into shapes such as flowers, circles, fruits, hearts, spirals, triangles, and stars. The number of line segments can vary depending on the pattern. In one embodiment, a continuous yarn with three line segments is provided. Therefore, in this embodiment, the length of the shortest line segment can be 125cm to 225cm, for example, 130cm to 200cm, or more preferably, 150cm to 175cm, as shown in Table 4. The lengths of the remaining line segments increase as shown in Table 4.

[0045]

[0046] To achieve the consistent and repeatable patterns desired by artisans, the variation in the length of line segments between patterns should be as small as possible within a continuous yarn. The method described herein achieves minimal variation, thereby improving the crafting experience and enhancing yarn usability. This variation is determined based on line segments with similar colors in different patterns. In one implementation, the variation in the length of line segments with similar colors in different patterns is less than 4%, for example, less than 3%, less than 2%, less than 1%, less than 0.5%, and less than 0.1%. Variations less than 4% maintain visually distinguishable colors. Variations exceeding 4% are too large and render the yarn unsuitable for pattern making. Therefore, when the shortest line segment is dyed blue and has a length of 200cm, each of the remaining patterns contains a short blue line segment of similar length, specifically 200cm ± 4%, for example, 200cm ± 0.5%.

[0047] In one embodiment, each segment is knot-free, meaning that no knots are introduced during the formation of the continuous yarn. For the purposes of this disclosure, splicing and the resulting connecting segments are considered knot-free. Therefore, continuous yarns processed according to embodiments of the invention can be knot-free. In some embodiments, the raw yarn before dyeing may contain knots. Preferably, the raw yarn is also knot-free. For the purposes of this disclosure, a knot refers to a breakage of the yarn during the dyeing process. One problem with knots is that the length of the segment can be affected in an uncontrollable manner. This can lead to excessive yarn variation, resulting in a pattern that does not match the fabric composition. Therefore, when knots occur, it is difficult to reliably control the length of the segment within ±4%, more preferably within ±0.5%. By controlling the yarn feed rate and / or tension to prevent knots and achieve a knot-free structure, this method can produce yarns with a consistent length pattern. If a breakage occurs, a monitoring section can signal to discard the yarn.

[0048] Once the yarn is made, the craftsman can use it to weave patterns into a sequence of rows. Typically, these rows can be used to weave patterns in different colors. Many different designs can be woven in this way, including but not limited to flowers, stars, fruits, objects, starbursts, spirals, etc. In one implementation, these rows can be called granny squares, such as... Figure 2A As shown in pattern 200, this pattern is composed of five elements (clusters); or as... Figure 2B As shown in pattern 200', the pattern consists of three rows (clusters). Figure 2A-2D The illustrations used include slip stitches (represented by dots), chain stitches (represented by ellipses), and double crochet stitches (represented by T-shapes with diagonal lines). Each row is marked with numbers 1 to 5, 1 to 3, 1 to 6, or 1 to 10. While these illustrations are for pattern description only, embodiments of the invention are not limited to these patterns. As shown in Figure 2A, the shortest line segment constituting the loop cluster (first cluster or first row) 201 is located in the middle, surrounding the other rows. In one embodiment, the pattern may begin with a slip stitch in the loop cluster. Although not shown in the figure, it should be understood that the loop cluster 201 may have a loose end. The loose end of the loop cluster may not be connected when forming a continuous yarn. The next row in the pattern is represented by the surrounding row 202, which partially interlocks with the loop cluster 201 and forms an intermediate line segment adjacent to the shortest line segment. In the granny squares, stitches can be connected as shown in Figures 2A and 2B to partially interlock the other rows. In Figure 2A, there are two additional wrapping rows 203 and 204, which can be partially interlocked in a similar manner. In a pattern with five line segments, outer row 205 is partially interlocked with wrapping row 204. In one embodiment, outer row 205 can be obtained from the longest line segment in the pattern. Similar to the annular cluster 201, outer row 205 also has a loose end not shown in Figure 2A. In one embodiment, there is no loose end between the inner sequence rows.

[0049] Figure 2C shows the row sequence that constitutes the floral pattern 200”. As shown in Figure 2C, the floral pattern 200” consists of five rows. The first row 201 (or the ring cluster) represents an inner circle. The second row 202 and the third row 203 form petals. Therefore, the second row 202 can partially interlock with the first row 201 to form the desired petal pattern. The fourth row 204 and the fifth row 205 form the background, providing a visually pleasing contrast to the floral pattern. Depending on the style, as shown in the row cluster 203 in Figure 2C, each row may be much longer than the preceding line segments and may interlock within the second row 202.

[0050] As shown in Figure 2D, pattern 200” has ten rows. While each row can have a visually distinguishable color, in one embodiment, adjacent pairs of rows can have similar colors. In some embodiments, three adjacent rows can have similar colors. In pattern 200” shown in Figure 2D, the innermost row 210 and the adjacent row 212 have similar colors. Rows 210 and 212 can together form a loop. Therefore, a segment of yarn can be used simultaneously to form the innermost row 210 and the adjacent row 212. The next two rows (214 and 216) have similar colors. The color of row 218 is distinguishable from the color of row 216, but there is no similar adjacent pair with the same color. Row 218 corresponds to a segment of yarn. Continuing this pattern, rows 220 and 222 have similar colors, and rows 224 and 226 have similar colors. The color of the outermost row 228 is distinguishable from the color of row 226, but there is no similar adjacent pair with the same color. The pattern 200 shown in Figure 2D has a total of six line segments, forming ten rows.

[0051] All colors are arranged into multiple line segments for easy use by craftspeople. A single spool of yarn is sufficient to create a pattern, eliminating the need for multiple spools of different colors. This single spool is easy to carry and allows for weaving in various environments, such as while traveling or commuting. Furthermore, it reduces the number of spools of yarn required to create a pattern.

[0052] In one implementation, a pattern with multiple segments reduces the number of loose ends. These loose ends need to be secured by weaving or knotting to prevent the pattern from unraveling. As shown in Figure 3, in pattern 300, the loop cluster 301 has a first loose end 310, and the outer row 305 has a second loose end 312. The lengths of the first loose end 310 and the second loose end 312 can vary so that the user can tighten each loose end. Compared to the existing method shown in Figure 4, pattern 400 has 10 loose ends (410-419), while the yarn produced according to the present invention reduces the number of loose ends to no more than two. Besides the cumbersome and time-consuming weaving process, this method can also cause discomfort to the craftsman. In the existing method shown in Figure 4, weaving all 10 loose ends may result in insufficient yarn tension, thus reducing overall tension. Previous methods of weaving loose segments may cause the pattern to wear easily and may lead to over-expansion and quality degradation.

[0053] In one implementation, the finished product can be a sweater, scarf, blanket, towel, placemat, tablecloth, sheet, carpet, jacket, robe, dress, or any other suitable garment.

[0054] Although this disclosure has been described in detail, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that modifications within the spirit and scope of this disclosure are readily apparent. In light of the foregoing discussion, the relevant knowledge in the art and references discussed in the background and detailed description sections are incorporated herein by reference. Furthermore, it should be understood that various aspects of this disclosure, as well as portions of the various embodiments and the various features described below and / or in the appended claims, can be combined or interchanged in whole or in part. In the foregoing description of the various embodiments, references to other embodiments may be appropriately combined with other embodiments, as will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Moreover, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing description is merely illustrative and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A method for producing continuous yarn to form a pattern, characterized in that... Combining multiple line segments into a row sequence includes the following steps: The first yarn is fed into the spinning machine to measure the first thread segment; The second yarn is fed into the textile machine; Connect the first end of the first line segment to the first end of the second yarn to form a first connecting line segment, wherein the first connecting line segment is not knotted; The first segment, the first connecting segment, and the second yarn are conveyed through a textile machine to measure the second segment of the second yarn, wherein the length of the second segment is different from that of the first segment; The third yarn is fed into the textile machine; The first end of the third yarn is connected to the second end of the second segment to form the second connecting segment, wherein the second connecting segment is unknotted to form a continuous yarn; The second segment, the second connecting segment, and the third yarn are conveyed through the textile machine to measure the third segment of the third yarn, wherein the length of the third segment is different from that of the first segment and the second segment; Tension is controlled to prevent knotting when collecting the yarn fed by the textile machine as a continuous yarn, thereby forming a line segment pattern from continuous yarns into a row sequence, including: A ring-shaped cluster is formed by the first line segment, wherein the first line segment has an unconnected second end and forms a first loose end; Interlock the surrounding row with the annular cluster portion from the second segment, wherein the second segment has no free ends; and Interlock the outer line with the encircling section from the third line segment.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein the length of the first connecting segment is 0.5 to 5 cm.

3. The method according to claim 1, wherein the length of the second connecting segment is 0.5 to 5 cm.

4. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: The fourth yarn is fed into the textile machine; The first end of the fourth yarn is connected to the second end of the third segment to form the third connecting segment, wherein the third connecting segment is unknotted to form a continuous yarn; The third line segment, the third connecting line segment, and the fourth yarn are conveyed through the textile machine to measure the fourth line segment of the fourth yarn, wherein the length of the fourth line segment is different from that of the first line segment and the second line segment.

5. The method of claim 4, further comprising: The fifth yarn is fed into the textile machine; The first end of the fifth yarn is connected to the second end of the fourth segment to form the fourth connecting segment, wherein the fourth connecting segment is unknotted to form a continuous yarn; The fourth segment, the fourth connecting segment, and the fifth yarn are conveyed through the textile machine to measure the fifth segment of the fifth yarn, wherein the length of the fifth segment is different from that of the first segment and the second segment.

6. The method of claim 5, wherein the fifth segment has an unconnected second end and forms a second loose end.

7. The method of claim 1, wherein the third segment has an unconnected second end and forms a second loose end.

8. The method according to claim 1, wherein the connecting step employs splicing technology, preferably winding splicing technology.

9. The method according to claim 1, wherein the first line segment has a length of 250cm to 420cm, preferably 280cm to 380cm.

10. The method according to claim 1, wherein the second line segment has a length of 375cm to 675cm, preferably 450cm to 610cm.

11. The method according to claim 1, wherein the length between the first line segment and the second line segment is at least 50 cm, preferably at least 75 cm, and more preferably at least 100 cm.

12. The method according to claim 1, wherein the first line segment has a first color, and the color difference is less than 4%, preferably less than 0.5%.

13. The method of claim 12, wherein the second line segment has a second color, and wherein the first color and the second color are visually distinguishable.

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