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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