The Fishtail Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #93
Stitch Description
The Fishtail Cable Stitch pattern looks like fishtails. These can be made going up or down on your fabric. It’s a great accent detail cable for blankets, bags, and sweaters.
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Materials Used
Wool-Ease
Wool-Ease is a 4-ply worsted-weight yarn that is so beloved by knitters and crocheters that it inspired an entire family of yarns. Wool-Ease® is appreciated for its versatility and value. It has the feel, warmth and softness of wool, combined with the easy care of machine wash-and-dryability. Its extensive color range makes it easy to design with and perfect for every project from socks to afghans.
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Addi Natura Bamboo Double Pointed Needles
These eco-friendly Addi Natura double point needles are created from strong bamboo stock and have a natural touch. Yarns slide easily over the smooth finish. The approximate US size and exact metric size are stamped on the needle. Perfect for knitting in the round to create that warm winter hat or pair of socks! They carry a lifetime warranty from manufacturer’s defect. A great bamboo needle for effortless knitting!
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Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- LC4
- Left Cable Four: sl 1 st on cable needle and hold in front, k3, then k1 from cable needle.
- RC4
- Right Cable Four: sl 3 sts on cable needle and hold in back, k1, then k3 from cable needle.
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cable is worked over a panel 9 stitches.
- Row 1: K9
- Row 2: P9
- Row 3: (For tail going down) LC4, k1, RC4
(For tail going up) RC4, k1, LC4
- Row 4: P9
- Row 5: K9
- Row 6: P9
Repeat rows 1 – 6 until you have reached your desired length.
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I simply love it for a bag! Ty so much.
@OliviaMenesesMoguel That would be great. I’d love to see a photo of what you come up with.