Knit Cables without a Cable Needle
In this video tutorial I show you how to knit cables without a cable needle. Join me and learn to be liberated from the cable needle!
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Completing a knit cable is most often done using a cable needle. This tool allows you to hold the stitches in your cable while you rearrange them to create the cable. Although this tool helps you to complete the stitches it is one more thing that you have to carry around with the project.
This video tutorial will show you how to create a 4 stitch cable, both left and right leaning cables. Knitting cables without a needle can be done over any stitch multiple that you are comfortable with. I will caution you when using slippery yarn. Slippery yarn will make it harder to control your stitches without the needle.
Personally I find that this technique is ideal for smaller stitch counts for your cable. My favorite stitch pattern to use this technique with is the honeycomb stitch. Before you start cables without a needle you may feel more comfortable learning how to do cables with a needle.
Other video tutorials on knitting cables can be found in my Knitter Basics playlist on YouTube or in the following links. See a video on creating right leaning cables and left leaning cables in my previous blog posts.
Knit Cables Without a Cable Needle Video Tutorial:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I really knit cables without a special needle?
Yes! You totally can learn to knit cables without a cable needle. It’s all about how you rearrange those stitches to create the classic cable look. The video shows you how to do it for both left and right leaning cables.
Is this technique good for all yarn types?
Honestly, you need to be a little careful with super slippery yarns. They can be trickier to manage without the extra help of a cable needle. It’s best for yarns that have a bit more grip.
What kind of cables can I make this way?
So here’s the thing… the video focuses on a 4-stitch cable, but you can totally adapt this for other stitch multiples you’re comfortable with. It’s especially great for smaller cables, like in a honeycomb stitch pattern!
What if I’m new to cables altogether?
No worries, friend! Before you dive into knitting cables without a needle, it might be super helpful to get the hang of using a cable needle first. There are other tutorials linked if you want to practice that!
Where can I find more cable knitting help?
You’re in luck! There are links to videos on both right and left leaning cables in the post, plus a whole YouTube playlist for Knitting Basics. You can totally find all the help you need there.
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