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The Roman Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #107

By Johnny Vasquez In Cables & Arans

Stitch Description

The Roman Cable Stitch is simple, yet bold cable panel with great visual impact. It works best on a reverse stockinette stitch background, and can also be made without a cable needle. It is perfect for as an accent on sweaters, purses, and blankets.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
C2F: Cable Two Front: Sl one st onto cable needle and hold to front of work, k 1, k1 from cable needle
C2B: Cable Two Back: Sl one st onto cable needle and hold to back of work, k 1, k1 from cable needle

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 2

Pattern Repeat
Panel of 4 stitches

Stitch Characteristics

Cable | panel

Pattern Instructions

Panel of 4 stitches

Row 1 (RS): C2B, C2F (or without using a cable needle: RT, LT)
Row 2: P4

Repeat rows 1 and 2 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.