Cables & Arans

The Chunky Braid Cable Stitch

Chunky Braid Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern (Right Side)

About this Stitch Pattern

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.

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

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 Pattern Details

Skill Level

Intermediate

Row Count

8

Stitch Repeat

Worked Over 15 sts

Stitch 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.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

braid | panel