Not all cable patterns are complicated. Some are so easy you don't need a cable needle and barely feel like you're cabling. Here are a few of James's cable patterns that produce lovely results and could also qualify as meditative knitting.
This sweater is designed to make the waist look small and the shoulders broader.
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Designer Knitting Pattern The designer knitting pattern presents a new fun way to create ribbing. The sleeves are worked entirely in two-by-two ribbing with the columns of knit stitches in cables that are fashioned without a cable needle. This top-down sweater is knit in one piece – no seams. And it was designed for Trendsetter’s Basis, a variegated yarn with subtle color transitions that are a delightful compliment to the cabled sleeves.
This pattern includes instructions for all sizes, a list of all abbreviations, a schematic for accurate blocking, and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
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This stunning yarn combines alpaca and cashmere with cotton. The result is amazing. It feels and knits like a luxurious cashmere alpaca blend, but it is surprisingly 75% cotton. So, if you tend to avoid working with cotton Basis will surely convert you. And it is perfect for all-season garments.
Gauge 24 sts and 32 rows = 4"/10cm in Stockinette after blocking.
Check your gauge before and after blocking to monitor the gauge as you knit and to match the schematic when blocking.
Stitch markers (one of a different color to denote beg of rnd)
Tapestry needle
*Or size needed to obtain gauge
Finished Chest Measurements S (M, L, XL, XXL): 36 (40, 44, 48, 52)”/91.5 (101.5, 111.5, 122, 132) cm
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Sydney Beret Designer Knitting Pattern
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This jaunty beret is sure add a little wink to any outfit.
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Designer Knitting Pattern A band of little cables in ribbing starts the pattern. These cables are a delight because they do not require a cable needle. Then after adding 6 double increases every few rows, followed by double decreases you’ll have reached the crown of the hat. At which point you continue with a tiny I-cord tab that adds the finishing touch – just like every French beret.
This pattern includes a list of all abbreviations and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
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"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped." - James
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Yarn Trendsetter’s Puno Due – 63% Cotton, 37% Baby Alpaca – DK Weight, 50 grams, 235 yards/214.9 meters
This light-weight DK, feels like soft and gentle baby alpaca, but cotton subtly adds an almost secret level of strength and durability. The little glow of alpaca brings pleasure to the knitting as you work, and a touch of class to the look of your finished creation.
Gauge
24 sts and 32 rows = 4"/10cm
It is important to block your gauge swatch.
Suggested Needles and Notions
US6/4mm 20”/50.8 cm circular needles*
US6/4mm double points
Stitch markers in 2 colors
* Or size needed to obtain gauge
Size S (M, L) = Band Circumference of approx. 18 (19, 20)” / 45.7 (48.4, 50.8) cm
Depth - 8.5 (9, 9.75)” / 21.5 (23, 25) cm
Diameter at widest point - 10 (10.5, 11)” / 25.5 (26.5, 28) cm
To fit head circumference: 20.5-21.5 (21.5-22.5, 22.5-23.5)”/ 52-54.5, (54.5-57, 57-60) cm
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Shawn Mini-Cable Scarf Designer Knitting Pattern
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The Shawn scarf is a delightfully relaxing meditative knitting project for beginner or experienced knitters.
Designer Knitting Pattern Shawn is a wonderful alternative to projects that require close concentration on the pattern and or charts. The simple four-row repeat consists of three rows of two-by-two ribbing and one row of the clever mini-cable rib. Plus, the yarn for which this pattern was created, Trendsetter’s Basis, is equally delightful.
The pattern includes a glossary and a link to a tutorial video. Relax. Knit. Enjoy.
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Gauge 28 stitches and 32 rows = 4"/10cm in mini-cable rib stitch.
Yardage Suggested Yardage: 2 or more balls
Suggested Needles and Notions
US6/4mm* 24”/60cm circular
*Or size needed to obtain gauge
Finished Measurements 6” /15.3 cm x 65”/165 cm or your desired length.
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Addison Sweater Designer Knitting Pattern
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This sweater uses James’ Pinwheel Cable, which adds interest and fun to the classic pullover.
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Designer Knitting Pattern For Addison I experimented with a simple technique that resulted in cables that seem to be spinning. So, I named them pinwheel cables. They are fun to knit and the 6 columns of pinwheels on the chest turn this classic pullover into a very distinctive sweater. It is worked top down from a provisional cast on across the back of the shoulders. The front picks up provisional stitches so both sides can be worked to the underarm. Then the body is worked in the round. Each sleeve starts with picked up stitches that are worked from the top onfthe sleeve cap before the lower sleeve is worked in the round to the cuff. You’ll have a seamless sweater that can be tailored at the waist and finished at a length that suits your own personal style.
This pattern includes instructions for all sizes, a list of all abbreviations, a schematic for accurate blocking, and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
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“It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped.” - James
Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Yarn GGH Volante 55% New Merino Wool, 45% Cotton 142 yards (130m)/1.76 oz. (50g)
Gauge 24 sts and 28 rows = 4"/10cm in Stockinette after blocking.
Check your gauge before and after blocking to monitor the gauge as you knit and to match the schematic when blocking.
Delivery A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.
Sloane Big Cable Scarf Designer Knitting Pattern
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This truly unique pattern is an invitation to create giant cables of stockinette entwined with lace. The over-sized scale results in a very snuggly scarf.
Designer Knitting Pattern The pattern comes with clear charts to guide you. The Aran weight Soffio yarn knits up quickly, and it may be the softest yarn you’ll ever find. It is so fluffy and light your finished Sophia scarf will be almost weightless.
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
An extremely soft, airy blend that’s almost weightless. It has exceptional elasticity and bounce. So, if you’re looking for a quick knit that is soft as a cloud you’ve found it.
Gauge
14.5 sts and 16 rows = 4"/10cm in Cable Lace Stitch
It is important to wash and block your gauge swatch.
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Sydney Vest Designer Knitting Pattern
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Here’s the perfect multi-season layering garment. It can complement numerous items in your wardrobe, from your favorite everyday jeans to that nice suit you wear to the office.
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Designer Knitting Pattern Here’s the perfect multi-season layering garment. It can complement numerous items in your wardrobe, from your favorite everyday jeans to that nice suit you wear to the office. The light-weight Puno Due yarn is an irresistible blend of the softest baby alpaca for a gentle glow and the finest cotton for strength and durability. Worked from the bottom up, the splits at the hip create a comfy fit. While the cabled ribbing, worked without a cable needle, provides the kind of detailing that is fun to knit and a sophisticated finish for your handcrafted creation.
This designer knitting pattern includes a list of all abbreviations and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
StitchSaver™ Row Checker
"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped." - James
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Yarn Trendsetter’s Puno Due – 63% Cotton, 37% Baby Alpaca – DK Weight, 50 grams, 235 yards/214.9 meters
This light-weight DK, feels like soft and gentle baby alpaca, but cotton subtly adds an almost secret level of strength and durability. The little glow of alpaca brings pleasure to the knitting as you work, and a touch of class to the look of your finished creation.
A link to this Downloadable Pattern will be provided after checkout, as well as via email. Downloadable Patterns are nonrefundable.
Sloane Best Friend Sweater Designer Knitting Pattern
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This truly unique pattern is an invitation to create giant cables of stockinette entwined with lace. The over-sized scale results in a very snuggly cardi that is sure to become your best friend.
Designer Knitting Pattern The pattern comes with clear charts to guide you. The Aran weight Soffio yarn knits up quickly, and it may be the softest yarn you’ll ever find. It is so fluffy and light your finished Sophia sweater will be almost weightless.
An extremely soft, airy blend that’s almost weightless. It has exceptional elasticity and bounce. So, if you’re looking for a quick knit that is soft as a cloud you’ve found it.
The on-screen color representations for yarn may not be precise representations of actual colors due to variance in monitor calibrations.
Gauge
14.5 sts and 16 rows = 4"/10cm in Cable Lace Stitch
It is important to wash and block your gauge swatch.
Suggested Needles and Notions
US15/10mm 24”/61cm*
needles - US11/8mm 24”/61cm**
needles - Tapestry needle
* Or size needed to obtain gauge. ** Or 2 sizes smaller than needed to obtain gauge.
Size
Chest Circumference: 52 (57)” x 132 (145) cm
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Clive Cabled Tie Designer Knitting Pattern
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Here is a modern take on a simple tie—a little four-stitch cable running vertically in the midst of one-by-one ribbing.
Designer Knitting Pattern This skinny tie is both modern and reminiscent of nostalgic looks from the 50s. The colorful cable is knitted into the tie using the intarsia technique. And surprise the cable disappears inside the knot at the neck. So enjoy this rather playful pattern and create a fun tie for a rather playful fellow, or for yourself.
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Yarn This tie pattern was designed for the following yarns.
Brown Sheep’s Nature Spun Fingering, 100% Wool
Absorbs perspiration while resisting water; keeps you warm, yet breathes; is odor resistant; returns to its original shape after being stressed; resists UV light; and is sustainable.
Skeins needed for this pattern 1 in each color, total 2
Gauge 9 sts and 13 rows = 1”/2.5cm in seed stitch
Suggested Needles and Notions: The following are recommended but not included in the kit.
US1/2.25mm double-pointed needle*
Stitch Markers
* or size needed to obtain gauge
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Kelly Mini-Cable Pullover Designer Knitting Pattern
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How about a contemporary take on the cable sweater? This casually elegant piece in a cashmere, merino and silk blend yarn incorporates single cables down the center of the chest, back and each sleeve.
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Designer Knitting Pattern Set against a field of stockinette, and worked using the intarsia technique, the result is a multi-season sweater that can be worn from fall to spring. Comprised of four pieces, front, back, and two sleeves, each worked top down and with German short rows to shape the neck, the result is a project that is rewarding in more ways than one. The knitting is interesting, and the outcome is luxurious.
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"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped." - James
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Yarn: This sweater was designed for the following yarn.
Schoppel’s Cashmere Queen, 35% Cashmere, 45% Merino Wool, 20% Silk Cashmere, silk and wool are combined in this unique single-ply yarn. A patented technique that just slightly felts the yarn creates a single ply that resists the normal pilling and enhances stitch definition.
Skeins needed for color A and B S(M, L, XL) = 8/3(8/3, 9/3, 9/3)
Gauge: 21.5 sts and 30 rows = 4"/10cm, in stockinette
Suggested Needles and Notions:
US5/3.75mm* 24”/60cm circular*
US4/3.5mm*** 24”/60cm circular
Cable needle in a size comparable to US5/3.75mm**
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
* or two sizes smaller than needed to obtain gauge ** or size needed to obtain gauge
Sizes:
Small – Finished Chest 40.5”/102.75cm
Medium – Finished Chest 42.5”/107.75cm
Large – Finished Chest 46.25"/117.25cm
X-Large – Finished Chest 49"/122.75cm
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Chloe Pinwheel Cowl Knitting Pattern
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This designer knitting pattern uses a stitch that combines 4-stitch cables into delightful pinwheels.
Designer Knitting Pattern With this designer knitting pattern take the next step and learn how to work 4-stitch cables without a cable needle. The rather simple cables are combined to create a column of pinwheels. So, the Chloe cowl is doubly rewarding – cables and pinwheels. Cast on and work in the round fashioning columns of pinwheels on a ground of stockinette. It’s a modern take on classic stitches.
This pattern includes a list of all abbreviations and a glossary of terms. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Gauge 22 sts = 4”/10cm in stockinette, washed and blocked.
Check your gauge before and after blocking to monitor the gauge as you knit and to match the schematic when blocking.
Yardage 1 Ball: 235 yards/215 meters
Suggested Needles and Notions
US 6/4 mm circular needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers Size 22 ”/56cm circumference x 8 ”/20.5cm
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Angelo Duo Cable Vest Designer Knitting Pattern
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Designer Knitting Pattern Here is a fashionable design knit in one piece with cable bands that run from the back hem over the shoulder and down to the front hem. This pattern combines short row shaping, intarsia and stockinette to create a nicely tailored piece that will look great with jeans, a dressy skirt or under a sports coat.
This pattern includes a list of all abbreviations and a glossary of terms. It is accompanied by our proprietary StitchSaver™ Row Checker. Plus, a link is provided to Knitting Help on our web site.
StitchSaver™ Row Checker
"It is hard to make a mistake with our unique complimentary Row Checker. It helps you keep track of stitch count row-by-row for each section of the pattern, plus all increase and decrease shaping. With check off boxes for each row you can put this project aside for a week, a month or a year and return to the exact spot where you stopped." - James
Knitting Help For your convenience, we’ve collected definitions for abbreviations, links to tutorial videos that may make knitting your project easier and more fun, as well as guides to techniques and tailoring. Visit the Knitting Help page on our website.
Yarn This pattern was designed for: Zitron’s Kimono, 54% Merino New Wool, 46% Mulberry Silk
Three strands of mulberry silk wrapped merino are plied together to create Zitron Kimono. This unique combination of silk and wool produces gorgeous tone on tone coloration while the blending of fibers provides amazing texture and drape.
Yardage S (M, L, XL) = 1,640 (1,968, 1,968, 1,968)
Gauge 25 sts and 34 rows = 4"/10cm, in stockinette
Needles
US4/3.5mm 16”/40cm circular
US3/3.25mm 16”/40cm circular
Sizes
Small – Finished Chest 39"/99cm
Medium – Finished Chest 41"/104.25cm
Large – Finished Chest 44.75"/113.75cm
X-Large – Finished Chest 48"/122cm
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