How to Knit the Honeycomb Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #3
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The Honeycomb Cable Stitch is an interesting cable pattern that emulates the hexagonal shapes of the honeycomb. It creates a dense fabric that is great for sweaters, pillows, and blankets designs.
Skill: Intermediate
Cast On: Multiples of 8
For this pattern you will need to know the following techniques:
Cable Four Back – C4B
Cable Four Front – C4F
Pattern:
Row 1 (RS): *C4B, C4F,* rep from * to end.
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: Knit.
Row 4: Purl.
Row 5: *C4F, C4B,* rep from * to end.
Row 6: Purl.
Row 7: Knit.
Row 8: Purl.
Repeat rows 1 – 8 until you have reached your desired length.
After a few repeats your pattern should look like this:
Example of the Honeycomb Cable Stitch
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Hoping todays stich will be the seed stitch.
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