Little cable rib stitch
Ribbing doesn’t have to be plain! Liven up your knits with this quick and easy cable rib.
We love a little bit of cable work: it gives such a great textural addition to any jumper or cardigan pattern. And the simple Little Cable Rib is a perfect stitch to get practising with! This stitch pattern would be ideal for a fancy cushion cover or even a blanket.
Cast on a multiple of 6 sts. (Try 42 sts.)
Row 1 (RS) *K3, P3; rep from * to end.
Row 2 *Knit the knit sts and purl the purl sts; rep from * to end.
Row 3 *K3, P3; rep from * to end.
Row 4 *Knit the knit sts and purl the purl sts; rep from * to end.
Row 5 *K1, LC, P1; rep from * to end.
Row 6 *Knit the knit sts and purl the purl sts; rep from * to end.
Rep rows 1-6 to form pattern.
