The Bulky Cable :: Knitting Stitch #126
Stitch Description
The Bulky Cable Stitch is about as basic a cable stitch one can find. It’s perfect for beginning cable knitters. It can be used as a detail on sleeves, an accent on socks, in afghans, and on bags or pillows.
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- C6B
- Cable 6 Back: Slip three sts onto cable needle and hold to back, k3, k3 off of cable needle
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
This pattern is worked over 6 sts on a reverse stockinette
- Row 1 (RS): K6
- Row 2: P6
- Row 3: C6B
- Row 4: P6
Repeat these 4 rows until you have reached your desired length.
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Johnny Vasquez
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.
