Cables & Arans, Edgings, Ribbing

Faux Cable Edging Stitch

About this Stitch Pattern

The Faux Cable Edging is a delicate mock cable rib. Using slipped stitches and eyelets, it is a simple stitch with a lot of visual payoff. With it’s vintage look, it would work well at the hem and cuffs of a cardigan or on babywear.

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

K
Knit Stitch

P
Purl Stitch

wyib
With Yarn in Back

psso
Pass Slip Stitch Over

yo
Yarn Over

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Intermediate

Row Count

4

Stitch Repeat

Multiple of 5 sts plus 2

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiple of 5 sts plus 2

  • Row 1 (RS): *p2, k3; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.
  • Row 2: *k2, p3; rep from * to last 2 sts, end k2.
  • Row 3: *p2, wyib sl 1, k2, psso; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.
  • Row 4: *k2, p1, yo, p1; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.

Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

delicate | Mock Cable | Mock Rib | vintage