The Three Stitch Slipped Cable :: Knitting Stitch #192
Stitch Description
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the slipped three stitch cable in both right and left variations. This stitch is a very small accent cable at only three stitches wide. The slipped three stitch cable would be great to use on small projects like mug cozies, wrist warmers or book covers or it could be used in an all over cable design popular in aran sweaters!
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- C3R
- Cable 3 Right – slip next 2 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, knit next stitch from left hand needle then knit sts from cable needle.
- C3L
- Cable 3 Left – slip next st onto cable needle and hold at front of work, knit next 2 sts from left hand needle then knit sts from cable needle.
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Worked over 3 stitches
- Note: Slipped to the Left
- Row 1: (right side) Sl 1 purl-wise, k2.
- Row 2: P2, sl 1 purl-wise.
- Row 3: C3L
- Row 4: Purl
Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of The 3 Stitch Slipped Cable Right Side (Click for Larger)
Example of The 3 Stitch Slipped Cable Wrong Side (Click for Larger)
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About the Author
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.
