61 free Cable Knitting Patterns knitting patterns

60+ Free Cable Knitting Patterns

Cables and Arans, known for their romantic and rugged designs, add rich texture to any knitted fabric.

Knitting Bee’s cable stitch collection serves as an indispensable resource for knitters, offering a comprehensive reference of techniques from simple to intricate. These guides provide a one-stop shop for knitters of all skill levels, from beginners to experts.

Free cable knitting stitches with written instructions. Advanced beginner knitters will be ready to start experimenting with cables and twists.

Practicing cable knitting patterns will help you understand how to add interesting textures to your work.

Common Abbreviations for Knitting Cables:

  • C4B – (K2 and 2) Slip the next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the back of the work, knit 2 from the left-hand needle, then knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle.
  • C4F – (K2 and 2) Slip the next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the front of the work, knit 2 from the left-hand needle, then knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle.
  • C6B – (K3 and 3) Slip the next 3 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the back of the work, knit 3 from the left-hand needle, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle.
  • C6F – (K3 and 3) Slip the next 3 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the front of the work, knit 3 from the left-hand needle, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle.
  • Moss and Stoking Cable Check Stitch

    free cable knitting stitch pattern

    Pretty knitting stitch with moss and stockinette checked cables. I knitted this dishcloth out of 100% pure cotton and added a moss stitch edging. Abbreviations: k = knitp = purlc4b = slip 2 stitches onto cable needle and hold at the back of the work, k2, then k2 from cable needlec4f = slip 2 stitches…

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  • Honeycomb Trellis Cable Stitch

    Trellis Cable Stitch

    Honeycomb trellis cable knitting stitch pattern. Abbreviations: k = knitp = purlc3b = slip next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the back of the work, k1, then p2 from the cable needlec3f = slip next stitch onto a cable needle and hold at the front of the work, p2, then k1…

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  • Wave Cable aka Snake Cable

    Free wave cable stitch pattern

    Wave Cable aka Snake cable stitch free pattern. Abbreviations: k = Knit p = Purl c6f = (cable 6 front)- slip 3 stitches to a cable needle and hold at the front of the work, knit 3, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle. c6b = (cable 6 back)- slip 3 stitches to…

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  • Braided Cable Stitch Pattern

    braided cable stitch

    Braided cable free knitting pattern by www.knitting-bee.com/ A fun braided plait like knitting cable that can be used for scarves, sweaters, cardigans, pullovers, hats, beanies and more! I really enjoyed this one and created a set of useful dishcloths with it. Hope you enjoy this free knitting stitch, find the pattern below! Abbreviations:k = knitp…

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  • Eyelet Pyramid Knit Stitch

    Eyelet Pyramid Knit stitch

    Free Eyelet Pyramid Knit stitch pattern. Abbreviations: k= knitp= purlyo = yarn overk2tog = knit two stitches togetherssk = slip, slip, knit slipped stitches tog. A decrease Panel of 18 Row 1: yo, k4, ssk, p8, k2tog, k4, yoRow 2 and all even rows: knit stitch as presented.Row 3: k1, yo, k4, ssk, p6, k2tog,…

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  • Kisses and Hugs Stitch

    Free Kisses and Hugs Stitch knitting pattern.

    Free Kisses and Hugs Stitch knitting pattern. Abbreviations: k = knit p = purl CN = cable needle RC = (right cable) – slip 2 sts to CN at back, k2, k2 from CN LC = (left cable) – slip 2 sts to CN in front, k2, k2 from CN Cast on multiples of 8 (cable…

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  • Diagonal Basketweave Cable Stitch – Medium

    Diagonal Basketweave Cable Stitch – Medium

    Medium sized diagonal basketweave cable knitting stitch pattern. Free knitting stitch by Knitting Bee. The larger sister of Diagonal Basketweave Cable Stitch – Small, this beautiful free knitting stitch creates a dense fabric that is fantastic for use in clothes that need to be extra warm. I love how this stitch looks in this rich…

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  • Basket Weave Aran Stitch

    aran stitch knitting pattern

    Free Basket Weave Aran Stitch knittng pattern.Abbreviations: k = Knitp = Purlc6f = (cable 6 front)- slip 3 stitches to a cable needle and hold at the front of the work, knit 3, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle.c6b = (cable 6 back)- slip 3 stitches to a cable needle and hold…

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