The Sand Wind Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #103
Stitch Description
The Sand Wind Cable Stitch pattern is a non traditional cable that gives an understated but all-over textured look. This would be great for home decor items, bags or even for a cozy sweater.
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- C6F
- Cable Six Front: Slip 3 sts onto cable needle, hold in front, k3 from main needle, k3 from cable needle.
- C6B
- Cable Six Back: Slip 3 sts onto cable needle, hold in back, k3 from main needle, k3 from cable needle.
Stitch Details
Skill Level
Intermediate
Row Count
Number of Rows: 8
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 12 + 6 (+ 2 for a selvedge stitch on each end)
- Row 1 (RS): Knit
- Row 2: Purl
- Row 3: 1 edge st, *C6F, k6; rep from *to last st, 1 edge
- Row 4: Purl
- Row 5: Knit
- Row 6: Purl
- Row 7: 1 edge st, *k6, C6B; rep from *to last st, 1 edge st
- Row 8: Purl
Repeat rows 1-8 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.
