Easy Cable Knitting Pattern: Step-by-Step Tutorial for Stunning Textured Knits

Cable knitting adds beautiful texture and depth to any project, creating stunning twists and braids that look intricate but are easier than you think! Whether you’re a beginner looking to try your first cable or an experienced knitter wanting to refine your technique, this guide will walk you through the basics. Grab your needles, and let’s knit some gorgeous cables!

I have knit cable pattern that looks difficult, but in reality it is just purl, knit and cross.

This pattern also includes short YouTube video, for you to easier understand.

Also I have added short step by step explanation of knit abbreviations that are being used.

Knitting abbreviation 4/4 LC

The knitting abbreviation 4/4 LC stands for 4-over-4 Left Cross cable. Here’s what it means:

4/4: This indicates that the cable is made up of 8 stitches total, with 4 stitches crossing over the other 4.
LC (Left Cross): This means the first 4 stitches are held to the front on a cable needle, while the next 4 stitches are knitted. Then, the stitches on the cable needle are knitted, creating a left-leaning cable.

How to knit a 4/4 LC:

Slip 4 stitches onto a cable needle and hold it in front of your work.
Knit the next 4 stitches from the left-hand needle.
Knit the 4 stitches from the cable needle.

Knitting abbreviation 4/4 RC

The knitting abbreviation 4/4 RC stands for 4-over-4 Right Cross cable. Here’s what it means:

4/4: The cable consists of 8 stitches total, with 4 stitches crossing over the other 4.
RC (Right Cross): The first 4 stitches are held to the back on a cable needle, while the next 4 stitches are knitted. Then, the stitches on the cable needle are knitted, creating a right-leaning cable.

How to knit a 4/4 RC:

Slip 4 stitches onto a cable needle and hold it at the back of your work.
Knit the next 4 stitches from the left-hand needle.
Knit the 4 stitches from the cable needle.