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Sandwind Cable Stitch
About This Stitch Pattern
The Sandwind Cable Stitch pattern is a non traditional cable that gives a wavy all-over textured look. This unique stitch creates a beautiful fabric. It’s a great knitting stitch for large projects like blankets or scarves, but can also be used in hats or pillows.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
https://youtu.be/BtoO43cTPEEVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How to Knit the Sand Wind Cable Stitch | Knitting Stitch Pattern | English Style (https://youtu.be/BtoO43cTPEE)
Techniques Used in this Stitch
- K”]Knit Stitch
- P”]Purl Stitch
- C6F”]Cable Six Front: Slip 3 sts onto cable needle, hold in front, k3 from main needle, k3 from cable needle.
- C6B”]Cable Six Back: Slip 3 sts onto cable needle, hold in back, k3 from main needle, k3 from cable needle.
- P”]Purl Stitch
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Intermediate
Row Repeat
8
Stitch Repeat
Multiples of 12 + 6 (+ 2 for a selvedge stitch on each end)
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 12 + 6 (+ 2 for a selvedge stitch on each end)
- Row 1 (RS): Knit
- Row 2: Purl
- Row 3: 1 edge st, *C6F, k6; rep from *to last st, 1 edge
- Row 4: Purl
- Row 5: Knit
- Row 6: Purl
- Row 7: 1 edge st, *k6, C6B; rep from *to last st, 1 edge st
- Row 8: Purl
Repeat rows 1-8 until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
