Cabable

Cabable Sweater by Late Nite Knits

What Is Being Made

Cabable is a casual weekend sweater designed by deb Milstein of Late Nite Knits. This top-down pullover sweater is knit in the round and features a simple cable and lace pattern that is easy to memorize. The design is intended to be comfortable and cozy, making it suitable for a brisk morning walk or relaxing on the couch with a good book. The sweater is designed with 2-3 inches of positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit.

Sizes and Finished Measurements

Cabable is available in 11 sizes, ranging from size 1 to size 11. Finished bust measurements span from 30 inches (76 cm) to 70 inches (178 cm), accommodating a wide range of body types and fit preferences.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting pattern employs several key techniques to create its distinctive look and construction:

• Knitting in the round: The sweater is constructed using circular needles to knit seamlessly from the top down
• Cable work: Cables form the primary decorative element of the pattern
• Lace patterning: Yarn overs and decreases create openwork lace sections throughout the design
• Provisional cast on: Used to create a flexible starting point for the top-down construction
• Cable cast on: An alternative cast-on technique employed in the pattern

Stitches Used

The pattern incorporates fundamental knitting stitches combined with more advanced stitch techniques:

• Knit and purl stitches for the base fabric
• Cable stitches for texture and visual interest
• Yarn overs for lace openwork
• Knit two together (K2tog) for decreases
• Slip slip knit (SSK) for left-leaning decreases

Materials and Yarn Weight

Cabable is designed to be worked in worsted weight yarn, making it an accessible project for intermediate knitters. The pattern recommends Knit Picks Wool of the Andes as a suitable yarn choice. Knitters will need circular needles appropriate for their chosen yarn weight to complete this top-down, in-the-round construction.

Pattern Details

This downloadable PDF pattern was designed by deb Milstein and tech edited by Amy Johnson. The pattern includes complete sizing information and stitch instructions, with gauge measurements provided to ensure proper fit. The easy-to-memorize cable and lace pattern makes Cabable an excellent choice for knitters looking to expand their skills while creating a practical, wearable garment.