Stitch Description
The Sandwind Cable Stitch pattern is a non traditional cable that gives a wavy all-over textured look. This unique stitch creates a beautiful fabric. It’s a great knitting stitch for large projects like blankets or scarves, but can also be used in hats or pillows.
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.
Swatch Photos
Sandwind Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern (Right Side)
Sandwind Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern (Left Side)
Example of the Sandwind Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern
Close Up of the Sandwind Cable Stitch Knitting Pattern
