Cable Stitches Cast Technique for Knitting

Cable stitches cast can perfectly replace the classic method; moreover, it offers a significant advantage—starting work from the short end. This technique can be performed using either 2 or 1 knitting needle along with a crochet hook. The edge created is not very elastic, making it suitable for increasing stitches or cuts.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Initial Slip Stitch

Make 1 slip stitch. Place the end of the yarn on your lap, then wind the yarn around one or two fingers, taking the yarn from yourself and leaving a little bit on the left.

Carefully slip the ring from your fingers while holding the yarn crossing in place with your thumb. Catch the working yarn with your fingers and pull it through the ring. Place the slip knot on the needle and pull the working yarn to tighten the stitch on the knitting needle. Hold this needle in your left hand.

Using the Crochet Hook

Take the crochet hook in your right hand, insert it through any loop, and draw the second stitch. Place it on the knitting needle.

Repeating the Process

Repeat the following four actions until you reach the desired quantity of stitches:

1. Insert the crochet hook or second knitting needle between the last and the second-to-last stitch on the left-hand needle.
2. Catch the yarn.
3. Draw the stitch.
4. Place it on the needle. Pull the working yarn, but not too tight. It is recommended to insert the crochet hook first and then tighten the yarn.

Finalizing the Cast On

Cast on the required quantity of stitches. When making the first row, be sure to knit the first stitch as the working yarn will be behind the second stitch after completing the cast on.

Increasing the quantity of stitches can be accomplished by inserting the crochet hook between the second-to-last stitch and the selvedge stitch, either from the wrong side or the right side.