The Arch Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern from Knitiversity

Stitch Description

The Arch Cable Stitch creates interesting arches that build on each other. The all-over texture is unique amongst cable patterns, and looks great on large pieces of fabric. Use it on hats, sweaters, or even pillows.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
c4b: Cable 4 Back
c4f: Cable 4 Front

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 8

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 24 + 2

Stitch Characteristics

All-Over Pattern | geometric | textured

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 24 + 2

Row 1: (RS): Knit
Row 2: K1, p to last st, K1
Row 3: K1, * c4b, k4, c4f; rep from * to last st, k1
Row 4: K1, p to last st, K1
Row 5: Knit
Row 6: K1, p to last st, K1
Row 7: K3, c4f, c4b, *k4, c4f, c4b; rep from * to let 3 sts, k3
Row 8: K1, p to last st, K1

Repeat these 8 rows until you have reached your desired length.

Arch Cable Stitch

Stitch Description