Elongated cables are created by crossing elongated stitches over each other.
Elongated Cables
(Flat knitting)
Cast on a multiple of 4 sts
Rows 1 (RS): Knit
Rows 2 (WS): Knit
Rows 3: Knit
Rows 4: Knit
Row 5: K1 elongated, rep to end
Row 6: 2/2 RC rep to end
Repeat Row 1-6 to desired length
Stitch Glossary
k1 elongated: Knit a stitch wrapping yarn two times. On next row drop the extra wraps from needle.
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Watch to Learn
Watch this video to learn how to knit elongated cables.
If you have questions, please refer to the video tutorial and written instructions above.