Description ~ Stranded Colorwork Cables

In this class students will learn the basics and techniques to knit stranded colorwork cables. Stranded colorwork cables combine two advanced knitting techniques: stranded colorwork and cable knitting. This combination creates intricate and visually striking designs, adding texture and color to knitted pieces.

Stranded colorwork cables involves knitting with two or more colors in the same row, carrying the unused yarn behind the work (creating "floats"). This technique is commonly used to create multi-colored patterns. This technique typically uses wool yarns, which are "sticky" and help the floats stay in place, reducing the chance of snagging.

Combining these techniques increases the complexity of the pattern. Careful planning is required to ensure the cables and colorwork align properly and enhance each other. Both stranded colorwork and cables are often charted. When combined, the knitter might use a single comprehensive chart or separate charts for colorwork and cables, carefully coordinating their implementation. This requires meticulous attention to where and how the yarn is crossed, to ensure the color transition looks clean.

Materials Needed ~ Stranded Colorwork Cables

• US 6 / 4 mm knitting needles
• 4 X 25 gr DK weight yarn ( 100% wool, non-superwash) in contrasting colors
• tapestry needle
• scissors

Homework ~ Stranded Colorwork Cables

None