Completed Cable Stitch
Cabling can be be found in many patterns or you can simply add it in if you want to add an extra feature to a pattern. It can be used for embellishing on blankets, sweaters, scarves, hats and pretty much anything you desire. Cables can be made as wide or as narrow as you want and you can add several different cables to any one project. Like any type of stitch it is also important to gauge to make sure you are using the correct size stitch for your project. Realistically, is all a matter of preference. The crochet cable stitch is a classic look and can be used on any project in any number of applications.
Double Stitch
Chain Stitch
Crochet cables are a little more difficult stitch than the crochet chain stitch but they do create a classic look. Once you have perfected, or at least become comfortable with the basic crochet chain stitch and a double stitch you will have the skills
needed to be able to perform a crochet cable. You should practice and master all the basic stitches before trying the cable.
Cable Stitch
To create a cable, start with a foundation chain to start the cable. The cable pattern actually uses a five row pattern that is repeated.
Use the longer double stitch to crochet the first row. You will want to be familiar with the double stitch’s multiple wraps and have mastered how to pull it through. Also remember when using the double stitch you will want to keep your yarn tension loose. If you do not, there will be spaces in your finished pattern.
The second row uses the double cross stitch differently. Do the stitch as you normally would and then do the double crochet stitch through the different stitch posts.
I realize that this can be somewhat confusing and if you are new to crochet it can be overwhelming when learning all of the crochet terms and jargon. You can always do additional research and if you need detailed directions or pictures on how to crochet (and be able to apply the cable stitch), try Learn How To Crochet. There are also many online pictures and videos that can be used to learn how to crochet and use the different stitches.
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