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The Stacked Cable Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #43

By Johnny Vasquez In Cables & Arans

Stitch Description

The Stacked Cable Stitch pattern consists of parallel, mirrored cable stitches that form a pillar. It would work great as an accent on a sleeve or as part of a pillow or blanket design.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
C4F: Cable Four Front
C4B: Cable Four Back

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 4

Pattern Repeat
Panel of 8 sts

Stitch Characteristics

Cable | panel

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Panel of 8 sts

Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Row 3: C4B, C4F.
Row 4: Purl all stitches.

Repeat rows 1 – 4 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.