Cable Sweater in Debbie Bliss Bella - Downloadable PDF

Cable Sweater in Debbie Bliss Bella – Knitting Pattern Summary

The Cable Sweater is a classic knitted sweater pattern designed by Debbie Bliss, originally published in the Bella collection by Debbie Bliss and produced by Knitting Fever, Inc. (KFI). This downloadable PDF pattern brings timeless cable knitting craftsmanship to knitters who appreciate elegant, textured knitwear with a refined, wearable finish.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a cable sweater — a pullover-style garment featuring the rich, rope-like texture that cable knitting is celebrated for. Cable sweaters are enduring wardrobe staples, beloved for their sculptural surface detail and cosy, structured silhouette. The design reflects Debbie Bliss's signature aesthetic: sophisticated yet approachable, with careful attention to shaping and stitch definition.

Techniques Used

• Cable knitting — the defining technique of this pattern, created by crossing groups of stitches over one another using a cable needle to produce twisted, rope-like columns of texture
• Garment construction and shaping — including increases and decreases to shape the body, armholes, and neckline of the sweater
• Seaming — joining knitted panels together to assemble the finished sweater
• Gauge and tension management — essential for achieving the correct measurements, as noted in the pattern guidelines provided by Knitting Fever, Inc.

Stitches Used

• Cable stitches — the primary decorative element, worked across designated stitch panels to create the signature twisted texture
• Knit and purl stitches — used both within the cable panels and as background fabric, often in reverse stocking stitch or moss stitch to make the cables stand out in high relief
• Ribbing — typically used at the cuffs, hem, and neckband to provide elasticity and a neat, professional finish on a garment of this style

Materials – Yarn and Needles

This pattern is designed to be knitted in Debbie Bliss Bella, a DK weight yarn. Bella is a yarn from the Debbie Bliss range, chosen to complement the stitch definition required to showcase cable work effectively. DK weight yarn is a versatile, medium-light weight that produces cables with clear, crisp detail while keeping the finished sweater comfortable and wearable across seasons. Knitters should refer to the pattern PDF for the specific needle size recommended to achieve the stated gauge, as correct tension is highlighted as a key guideline by Knitting Fever, Inc.

Pattern Format and Usage

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it immediately accessible after purchase. It is published under copyright by Knitting Fever, Inc. (KFI) and is intended for personal use only. Photography in the original publication is credited to Richard Burns. Knitters are encouraged to contact Knitting Fever directly with any project questions.