Knitting a classic:
cables
&
ribbing
Break away from the knit and purl texture patterns
to try a basic combination of cables and ribbing. If
you're new to knitting cables this is a great way to
practice them. The cables add some visual interest
and the ribbing lets you do some "resting" stitches
in between that are a bit easier. Let's knit a classic
combination of cables and ribbing perfect for so
many different knitted accessories.
The swatches used in this feature all use 4.5mm
needles, but you can use a different size if you
get good results with them. Tension can be a very
personal thing, so you might get the same gauge
with a different needle size! And for this swatch,
you'll also need to grab your cable needle.
This pattern also uses the instruction C4L, for
the cable stitch. C4L is to: transfer 2 sts to cable
needle and hold in front. K2. Slip the 2 sts from
the cable needle back to the right hand needle
and knit these sts.
Cast on 42 stitches, or a multiple of 10 stitches
plus 2.
Row 1 (RS): *K2, p2, k4, p2.
Repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2.
Row 2 (WS): Work all stitches as they appear.**
Row 3 (RS): *K2, p2, C4L, p2.
Repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2.
Uptown Worsted has a springy feel
to it which makes it a nice choice for
cabled stitches.
**Work all stitches as they appear means to work
the purl stitches as purls and the knit stitches as
knits. This is a common instruction in knitting
patterns that have Right Side and Wrong Side rows
where the pattern changes all happen on Right Side
rows and the Wrong Side ones are worked even.
Repeat these 4 rows until the swatch is the length
you desire.
You can use this kind of stitch combination on a
variety of accessory projects. It lies flat, so it would
make a great scarf, but would be equally attractive
on a hat or socks. Or, make it wider and a bit taller
and you'd have a nice cozy for your french press
coffee maker!
Photos by Glenna Harris
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