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The Branched Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #158

By Johnny Vasquez In Cables & Arans

Stitch Description

This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the branched cable stitch. This cable pattern creates a panel of twisted stitches that resemble a row of tree branches. It is great as an accent on sweater sleeves, blankets, and scarves.

Video Tutorial

Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
c4f: Cable 4 Front
c3f: Cable 3 Front
c3b: Cable 3 Back

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 8

Pattern Repeat
Panel of 10sts on a background of reverse stockinette stitch

Stitch Characteristics

Pattern Instructions

Panel of 10sts on a background of reverse stockinette stitch

Row 1: (right side) p3, C4F, p3
Row 2: k3, p4, k3
Row 3: p2, C3B, C3F, p2
Row 4: k2, p6, k2
Row 5: p1, C3B, k2, C3F, p1
Row 6: k1, p8, k1
Row 7: C3B, k4, C3F
Row 8: purl

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

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About the Author

Johnny Vasquez

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Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity. 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.