Fancy Stitch Combos - Easy Cable Rib

Instructions for working the Easy Cable Rib Stitch:
Cast-on a multiple of 4 stitches, plus 2
Row 1 (WS): K2, *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to end
Row 2: P2, *K2tog but do not slip finished stitch off left needle, knit into first stitch on left needle again, then slip off left needle, P2*, repeat between *s to end
Row 3: K2, *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to end
Row 4: P2, *K2, P2*, repeat between *s to end
Continue these 4 rows to desired length, then bind-off on Row 4.
To work this stitch in-the-round:
Cast-on a multiple of 4 stitches.
Row 1: *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to end
Row 2: *P2, K2tog but do not slip finished stitch off left needle, knit into first stitch on left needle again, then slip off left needle*, repeat between *s to end
Row 3: *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to end
Row 4: *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to end
This video is part of a new series called Fancy Stitch Combos. In this series I hope to demonstrate stitches that have been requested, and hopefully introduce you to some new ones that I think are pretty and useful. Feel free to drop me a note if you'd like to submit an idea for a video in this series.
Information on things you'll see in this video:
The green sweater on the mannequin is my Learn to Knit a Woman's sweater, pattern + video tutorial:
verypink.com/20...
The bright pink yarn I used in the worsted-weight sample is Araucania Merino Worsted:
www.ravelry.com...
The bulky yarn I used in the bulky sample and for demonstration is Berroco Peruvia Quick:
www.berroco.com....
The wood needles I use for demonstration are by Clover, size 10.5 (6.5mm):
www.clover-usa.....

[@verypinkknits]

A good rule of thumb for scarf length is to make it equal to the wearer's "wingspan" (fingertips to fingertips), which is also equal to their height. I've found that this rule always works for me!

[@suekunz6089]

This was awesome! I watched two other videos and yours is BY FAR the best! So glad I found your tutorial! Thank you

[@jeanbrown4380]

Great stitch fir fancy easy squares of a sampler blanket. Thank you😊

[@Rainbowsandswirls47]

What a lovely cable rib stitch and so easy. Thank you for a great video 🤗

[@lynngrainger1171]

Excellent, easy to understand for a beginner knitter or anyone just learning this stitch!

[@conniestevens6725]

Thank you so much for this pattern! Previously, I worked it in the round but wanted to do a scarf. This is absolutely perfect!

[@mariehansen2534]

Perfectly done and you made it so easy to do. Thank you as always for your help.

[@clairelaliberte5588]

I am new at knitting, but I understood this! I can't wait to make this a Christmas giftsf for loved ones and friends You really inspire me and I long to develop my knitting la perfect! Thanks, Claire

[@cyndythomas7217]

This looks like the stitch on the gnome hat! Really lovely. Thanks again Staci!

[@twonightingalesknit]

Love this stitch x

[@pinksparklyroses6599]

Amazing. 😍 Genius. Thank you! 😊

[@lorimossberg6184]

So easy. Love this!

[@Sadaajit]

Wow, I really liked this one. Looks so easy. Something even a newbie could do successfully (me).

[@Archelans]

I love this Knit cable method. I will use it on a sweater.

[@darklynoir]

You make this so easy to understand!

[@theHookdudewest]

VeryPink Knits thank you for this great tutorial !! I've been knitting about 4 months & just learned how to knit cables ... but this tutorial is awesome !! no need for the cable needles ... subscribed to your channel ...cheers!

[@laurenkline3321]

super helpful video. thank you!

[@Dani-th6cl]

You're a genius!!!

[@malisaarje6114]

I am going to try this on a kindle case. Looks great.

[@akairan]

Wow, I love your videos.

[@CasualKnitter]

Really cool thank you

[@catemef6963]

Incredibly cool!

[@verypinkknits]

Thank you for the note, Leilani. Without a pattern to follow, you'll need to figure out how to keep the decreases even around the hat. I would first start with decreasing the purl stitches between the twists, then decreasing some of the twists (evenly, turning them into plain knit stitches). Doing this gradually will eventually leave you with a few plain knit stitches to fasten off for the top of the hat.

[@wildheart5]

What a great stitch! I love it. Thanks!

[@deogator]

Can't wait to try this one!

[@gigiwallace6768]

I've used this pattern to make flexible boot cuffs.

[@ceramxlady04]

Looking forward to trying this!

[@verypinkknits]

I haven't tested this out myself, but it seems to me that you could get a left twist by working an SSK, not removing the "old" stitches from the left needle, then knitting the second stitch on the left needle, then removing the "old" stitches.

[@SarahTen]

I bet this is supercute on socks...!

[@danponitlong]

Nice color I like the stitch

[@jgeroteacher]

How would you decrease in the round for a hat to keep the cabled affect?

[@JKLO3403]

Love it!

[@bertiliamlins]

Very good,thank you!

[@GoddesseyCreations]

Thank you so much Staci I LOVE YOU !!!😘😘

[@ibyteuback]

Wow

[@kellylopez2735]

If I wanted the “cables” to look more separated, could I have four purl rows in between the twists, and then do a knit 4 purl 2 on the wrong side? Please correct me if I’m wrong. Thank you!

[@geraldinelunde5177]

Could you please post the video on how to assemble log cabin squares with black border frame to make into a blanket.Thank you

[@farrabrittanyallice]

Hi Staci/ Casey (or anyone!!! :D ) I finally completed successfully (after 4 tries) the 2x2 tubular cast on (k2, p2) OMG! thank you for the video! Now I wanted to continue and do this easy cable rib in the round. I want to make a headband. The problem is, when I look at the written instructions of the cable rib in the round it’s a p2, k2. My question is can I do the cable rib in the round as a k2,p2 repeat? I hope its clear…

[@bosslady7336]

Love this. I'm using this to make a bet for a newborn. I wanted to use this stitch on the turn down cuff of the booties but realised that only the rib side would show on the outside of the cuff once it's turned down. If I reverse the rows will it have the reverse effect? TIA - Love the videos and the podcast! I am a better knitter because of you, no doubt! x

[@verypinkknits]

Jenna - thanks for the note. :) Because of the way this stitch is worked, I don't recommend trying to work it "inside out" with the cable look on the inside of the sock (so the right side shows when the cuff is turned down). Getting it right is a few steps - please visit your local yarn shop for help if you need it. First, turn the bootie inside-out. Work a wrap & turn so you don't leave a hole in the work. Begin the rounds for this stitch, as written, picking up the wrapped stitch when you come to it in the first round. Work the rounds for as long as you want the cuff, BO, turn the bootie right-side out, fold down the cuff, and bob's your uncle.

[@tm13tube]

Nice. Thanks.

[@KatBat67]

Cute! I love this :)

[@samanthaperkins5505]

Could you make a cardigan using this pattern. Also I have just had a practice and I am losing stitches at every 2nd row how do I keep the same amount of stichers

[@mariannasilva4486]

SUPER EASY

[@verypinkknits]

Yes, I suppose you can use a cable needle to make a regular cable stitch (not like I demonstrate it here), but that's not how I teach cables. I think it's much easier to use a cable needle - a short, double-pointed needle. The stitch I demonstrate here shows you how to work a little cabled twist without a cable needle.

[@elissaschoening8621]

Can this be done with only one purl between the cables?

[@SuperAustin1234567]

Love this! Is there a way to do it wider vs just a cable of 3 stitches?

[@Emykindman]

thanks sooo much

[@bettybho2168]

What this lady doesn't know about knitting probably ain't worth knowing.

[@verypinkknits]

LOL, that is an awesome, glowing review. Thank you for that, Betty. I've been knitting for over 40 years, I think I'll agree with you.

[@beckyschmidt8347]

Betty Bho I totally agree with your statement! If my work looks wonky, or I want to see a demo of a stitch or certain technique, this is the first place I go!

[@rachaelleverette6599]

@@verypinkknits What's even more shocking than you've been knitting for over 40 years, is I never would've guessed because I don't even think you look close to 40!

[@MystiDawn]

Best comment ever. I agree 100%!

[@MystiDawn]

spencer casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch. That's where I started lol

[@lynnecampbell5608]

I was really excited to try this but am having a little trouble. It appears that I’m doing what you describe but my “cables” don’t look much like cables... just kind of a raised rope. I mean I like it and would use it but I was hoping for more of a cable. Could it be because I’m using a “craft” yarn? It’s a worsted weight acrylic.

[@lynnecampbell5608]

Never mind. I only followed the video using a 2 row repeat. Didn’t realize it was a 4 row pattern

[@lanigirl0900]

I would like to try this pattern in a hat. How would I work decreases to shape the top of the hat in pattern? Oh and I LOVE your videos!

[@nontyhopty5957]

Thanks it amazing

[@msprettyk6102]

In stead of a cable needle can we use a crochet hook

[@hpostema60]

Geweldig

[@btanner5117]

Can you make a similar left twist stitch?

[@ohsocoordinated]

Hi there. I'm making a scarf for my mum with this design. I'm using 12mm needles and mega chunky yarn. How long in inches would you recommend that I make the scarf? I read somewhere that women's scarves should be approximately 54 inches but I've already knitted over 33 inches worth so far and it's looking tiny.

[@formylittlesongbird]

You nails are lovely

[@msprettyk6102]

Anyways does this look the same as a regular cable

[@marie-elysedugal8629]

This is such a wonderful stitch! I would like to use it in socks that I am designing but of course would like to credit you for the idea of how to execute it in this easier manner than what I had previously found! How is the best way to give you the credit? By linking your video or at least giving out the information so knitters might find you here? Thank you for all your videos which are perfect knitting gems!

[@verypinkknits]

Share away! No need to give me credit, if you decide to link to the video, all of my branding is there. Thank you!

[@marie-elysedugal8629]

@@verypinkknits thank you so much! I will try to link if I can figure out how to do that 😉 Happy knitting!!

[@1339su]

Hi. I'm looking for this pattern to learn how to knit it. I'm a new beginner of knitting. The pattern called : Corded cable rib. Could you please make an videos to show this pattern as well too. If you knit a bit slow then I can learn better from you. Thanks

[@Archelans]

Sudi Khosravi if you are using KZbin, it allows to decrease or increase the video speed.

[@rosiekessler5821]

Can you tell me if you have a video for binding off cabled stitches? I don't mean a cable cast off either. I know there is a picture tutorial out there, but I need a video.

[@verypinkknits]

Most cable patterns will have you bind off normally, nothing fancy. The only "fancy" thing they might call for is binding off in pattern: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ2xn6CCpcR4i68

[@teresaolofson1377]

What do u feel" is" the the knitting pattern that stretches the most of all?

[@verypinkknits]

+Teresa Olofson - I believe that 1x1 or 2x2 rib is the stretchiest fabric.

[@msprettyk6102]

To make a regular cable stitch

[@jgeroteacher]

I have 40 stitches I am working for the hat.. need to decrease!

[@verypinkknits]

Ms Gero - you really need to follow a pattern for that, row-by-row...it is more than I can write out here in the comments. You can experiment with it - gradual decreases to shape the crown, and decreases placed so that you can keep the cable twists as long as possible. Good luck!

[@nlboise]

I would go for p2tog so that you can keep the cables up to the top while shortening it in the rib space. this might entail spacing out the cables so that they can come together at the top and you can just sinch the live stitches together.

[@ginnylynn1]

Do you have a hat pattern?

[@verypinkknits]

Yes - here are the hat patterns on my website: verypink.com/category/hats/