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.
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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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