Mini Cables
Cast on a multiple of 7 sts
Row 1, 3 (RS): (K4, p3) rep to end
Row 2, 6 (WS): (K3, p4) rep to end
Row 4: (K3, p1, sl wyif x 2, p1) rep to end
Row 5: (1/1 RC, 1/1 LC, p3) rep to end
Repeat Row 1-6 to desired length
Stitch Glossary
slip purlwise with yarn in front : Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front.
1/1 LC : Slip next stitch to cable needle and place at front of work, k1, then k1 from cable needle.
1/1 RC : Slip next stitch to cable needle and place at back of work, k1, then k1 from cable needle.
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Watch to Learn
Watch this video to learn how to knit mini cables.
If you have questions, please refer to the video tutorial and written instructions above.
Sandra Spatz says
Love the simplicity of the pattern. What kind of yarn are you using, ex Malabrigo Washted?
Knitwise Girl says
Thanks Sandra, I am using 100% cotton yarn to knit the swatch