Cabled Wrap in Noro Silk Garden Lite - Downloadable PDF

Cabled Wrap in Noro Silk Garden Lite – Pattern Summary

About This Design

The Cabled Wrap is a beautifully crafted knitting pattern designed by Jenny Watson and originally published in Mini Knits 2, a Noro collection produced by Knitting Fever, Inc. (KFI). Available as a downloadable PDF, this pattern brings together the timeless elegance of cable knitting with the stunning colorwork that Noro yarns are celebrated for worldwide. The result is a luxurious, wearable wrap that works equally well as a fashion accessory or a cozy everyday layer.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a cabled wrap, a generously sized accessory that drapes gracefully around the shoulders or body. Wraps of this style are among the most versatile knitted accessories, sitting somewhere between a shawl and a scarf in terms of coverage and wearability. They are typically rectangular or slightly tapered in shape, making them an approachable project for knitters who want to explore cable techniques without committing to a full garment construction.

Techniques Used

• Cable knitting – the defining technique of this design, cables are created by crossing groups of stitches over one another to produce twisted, rope-like or lattice textures that stand out in high relief against the fabric
• Working flat or in the round – wrap constructions typically involve straightforward flat knitting, making this accessible to a wide range of skill levels
• Reading a cable chart or written cable instructions – knitters will follow structured repeats to maintain the integrity of the cable pattern across the full length of the wrap

Stitches Used

• Cable stitches – the primary stitch pattern, requiring a cable needle to hold stitches to the front or back while others are worked
• Knit and purl stitches – used as the foundational fabric and to create the background contrast that makes cables visually pop
• Ribbing or border stitches – commonly used in wrap patterns to stabilize edges and prevent curling

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is specifically designed for Noro Silk Garden Lite, a celebrated DK weight yarn from the Noro brand. Silk Garden Lite is a luxurious blend known for its characteristic long color gradients that shift organically through rich, nature-inspired hues, creating a self-striping effect without any additional effort from the knitter. The silk content in the yarn adds a subtle sheen and a smooth drape that is particularly well-suited to a wrap silhouette, while the wool content provides warmth and structure to support the cable texture.

Knitters will require knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn, as well as a cable needle to execute the crossing stitches that define this design. Gauge swatching is recommended, as Knitting Fever, Inc. notes that measurements and gauge are provided as a guideline and the final result may vary.

Designer and Publication Details

This pattern was designed by Jenny Watson with photography by Glen Pearson, and is published under the Knitting Fever, Inc. copyright of 2014. It is intended for personal use only, and reproduction or duplication for resale is strictly prohibited. For any questions or support regarding this project, knitters are directed to contact Knitting Fever directly through their official channels.