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How to Knit the Garden Path Cable Stitch

The Garden Path Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #80

By Johnny Vasquez In Cables & Arans

Stitch Description

The Garden Path Cable Stitch is an asymetrical cable pattern that creates a winding overlapping accent panel. It would be perfect for use on blankets or on a sweater sleeve.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
C4F: Cable Four Front
C4B: Cable Four Back

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 12

Pattern Repeat
Panel of 6 Stitches

Stitch Characteristics

Cable | asymetrical | panel

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Panel of 6 Stitches

Row 1 (RS): K2, C4F
Row 2: P6
Row 3: K6
Row 4: P6
Row 5: K2, C4F
Row 6: P6
Row 7: C4B, k2
Row 8: P6
Row 9: K6
Row 10: P6
Row 11: C4B, k2
Row 12: P6

Repeat rows 1 – 12 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.

2 Comments

beachkoz

You have a wonderful voice and teaching technique. Thank you.
Delores

I like this stitch, you need to pay attention to where you are in the cabling yet I’m up for the challenge.