Chunky Braid Cable Stitch
Stitch Description
The chunky braid cable stitch is a large cable panel worked on reverse stockinette. While it looks complicated the pattern is relatively simple and easy to memorize. It makes for a great detail in aran sweaters or in a cabled scarf. It can be combined with other traditional cable motifs for use in a blanket as well. This is a foundational cable pattern that is incredibly versatile.
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- C6F
- Cable 6 Front – slip next 3 sts onto cable needle and hold at front of work, knit next 3 sts from left hand needle, then knit sts from cable needle.
- C6B
- Cable 6 Back – slip next 3 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit next 3 sts from left hand needle, then knit sts from cable needle.
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Panel worked over 15 stitches on a background of reverse stockinette.
- Row 1 (RS): knit.
- Row 2: purl.
- Row 3: k3, *C6F; rep from * to end.
- Row 4: purl.
- Row 5: knit.
- Row 6: purl.
- Row 7: *C6B; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
- Row 8: purl.
Repeat rows 1-8 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Chunky Braid Stitch (RS)
Chunky Braid Stitch (WS)
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Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.
